Santos 55WA Silent Espresso Coffee Grinder White
Product Description
The Santos 55WA is a commercial espresso grinder designed for consistent, on-demand grinding in front-of-house environments. It operates at 63dB(A) — noticeably quieter than most grinders in its class —...
Specifications
- Capacity
- 2.2kg
- Colour
- White
- Dimensions
- 577(H) x 198(W) x 397(D)mm
- Material
- Aluminium & ABS
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Product Description
The Santos 55WA is a commercial espresso grinder designed for consistent, on-demand grinding in front-of-house environments. It operates at 63dB(A) — noticeably quieter than most grinders in its class — making it a practical choice for open-plan cafés, hotel lobbies, and restaurant service areas where background noise matters. The white aluminium and ABS housing is built to sit comfortably on a counter without looking out of place in customer-facing settings.
In service, the grinder delivers a fast, repeatable grind with variable grind settings that can be dialled in precisely to suit your espresso machine and coffee blend. The automatic dispensing function triggers when the portafilter is positioned beneath the chute, which keeps workflow tidy and reduces dose inconsistency during a busy service. The 2.2kg bean hopper means less frequent refilling, which matters when a single barista is managing volume alone.
From an operational standpoint, the 55WA works well alongside single, double, or triple-group espresso machines without becoming a throughput bottleneck. Key practical advantages include:
- Low operating noise suitable for open or customer-facing spaces
- Variable grind settings for consistent dose control across roast profiles
- Automatic portafilter-triggered dispensing to support workflow
- Large hopper capacity reduces service interruptions for refilling
- Compact footprint for counter use in tighter bar setups
Installation is straightforward — the grinder requires a standard 13A socket and no fixed plumbing or ventilation. At 15kg it is stable on the counter without being difficult to reposition for cleaning. It is worth noting that for very high-volume espresso bars running two or more groups continuously through a long service, a higher-capacity grinder with a larger motor may be worth considering.
The 55WA is well suited to cafés, hotel breakfast operations, restaurant bars, and any front-of-house setting where a quiet, reliable grinder needs to keep pace with a single espresso machine. Sites with exceptional throughput demands may benefit from a heavier-duty alternative.
If you are unsure whether this grinder is the right match for your machine or service volume, our team is happy to talk it through with you before you commit.
Key Features
- Operates at 63dB(A) for low-noise front-of-house environments
- Variable grind settings for precise, repeatable dose control
- Automatic dispensing triggered by portafilter positioning
- 2.2kg bean hopper reduces refill frequency during service
- Aluminium and ABS construction in white for counter use
Operational Benefits
- Quiet operation keeps noise levels low in customer-facing areas
- Consistent grind settings reduce dose variation across a service
- Portafilter-triggered dispensing supports faster, tidier workflow
- Large hopper capacity minimises barista interruptions during peak periods
- Compact and stable on the counter without requiring fixed installation
Specifications
- Capacity
- 2.2kg
- Colour
- White
- Dimensions
- 577(H) x 198(W) x 397(D)mm
- Material
- Aluminium & ABS
- Noise level
- 63dB(A)
- Output
- 1.1kW
- Speed
- 2800rpm
- Warranty
- 2 Years & 5 Years on the Motor (Parts Only)
- Weight
- 15kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes — the 55WA is designed to work comfortably alongside one, two, or three-group espresso machines in typical café or restaurant service. For very high-volume operations running a large multi-group machine at continuous capacity, it is worth discussing whether a higher-output grinder would be a better match for your throughput.
- The 55WA requires only a standard 13A mains socket — there is no plumbing, drainage, or ventilation requirement. It sits directly on the counter and does not need to be fixed down, which makes it easy to clean around and reposition as needed.
- When a portafilter is placed beneath the dispenser chute, the grinder detects it and dispenses a pre-set dose automatically. This keeps the workflow consistent and reduces the risk of over- or under-dosing during a busy service, particularly where multiple staff members are using the machine.