02 / Why 15 kg?
This capacity covers your growth target at an average batch load of at least 100%. At the selected 80%, choose a larger roaster or revise your operating plan.
| Parameter | 10 kg | 15 kg |
|---|---|---|
| Roasted coffee / day | ≈ 40.5 kg | ≈ 52 kg |
| Effective cycles | ≈ 6 | ≈ 5.1 |
| Batch load | 80% | 80% |
| Operational availability | 85% | 85% |
| Weight loss | 15% | 15% |
| Growth potential | limited | at a batch load of at least 100% |
* Roasted output = nominal batch capacity × estimated cycle count × batch load × operational availability × (1 − roast loss). Availability and roast loss are user-entered planning assumptions, not manufacturer specifications.
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