Timemore Sculptor 064S Grind Settings for Espresso and Filter
Starting dial numbers and motor speeds for the Timemore Sculptor 064S, researched from Timemore product pages, a published long-term review and a crowd-sourced grind chart. This page is for owners setting up the grinder; if you are still choosing one, read Timemore Sculptor 064S vs Niche Zero.
Quick answer: Timemore Sculptor 064S grind settings
Start Sculptor 064S espresso between dial numbers 1 and 2, inside the marked 1–4 espresso zone. Start pour-over around 8–10 with the motor near 800–900 RPM. Adjust in the ten subdivisions between numbers, and treat every published number as a starting point, because the zero point and your beans shift the result.
Timemore Sculptor 064S vs Sculptor 064: why the grind settings differ
Timemore sells two 64mm Sculptor grinders that share a body, a 4.1 kg weight and an 800–1200 RPM motor. Timemore lists the Sculptor 064S with 64mm flat burrs for espresso and filter, and the Sculptor 064 with turbo burrs. Timemore says its multi-purpose Sculptor models use stepless adjustment from espresso to pour-over, while its pour-over-only models use a stepped dial with 36 settings. Sculptor 064 grind settings therefore do not carry over to the Sculptor 064S; use numbers published for the 064S only.
How the Timemore Sculptor 064S grind dial reads
- The Sculptor 064S dial indicator shows 16 numbers with 10 subdivisions between each number.
- A special indicator line marks 1–4 as the espresso range.
- Sculptor 064S adjustment is stepless, so the dial can stop anywhere between subdivisions.
- The Sculptor 064S dial indicator is magnetic and can be popped off to recalibrate the zero point.
Timemore Sculptor 064S grind settings chart by brew method
The ranges below come from the Honest Coffee Guide Sculptor 064S chart, which is compiled from its own research and reader feedback, not from Timemore. The reference column shows where The Coffee Chronicler settled for its own brews. Wide ranges reflect different beans, recipes and zero points.
| Brew method | Honest Coffee Guide range | Coffee Chronicler reference |
|---|---|---|
| Espresso | 0 – 2.9 | 1 – 2 |
| Moka pot | 2.5 – 8.5 | — |
| AeroPress | 1.7 – 14.5 | — |
| V60 | 3.3 – 9.3 | 8 – 10 (filter) |
| Pour-over (general) | 3.5 – 13.9 | 8 – 10 |
| Filter coffee machine | 1.3 – 13.3 | — |
| French press | 9.1 – 16 | — |
| Cold brew | 11.3 – 16 | — |
For a method-agnostic view of grind sizes, see the espresso grind size chart.
Timemore Sculptor 064S espresso setting: dialing in step by step
- Zero-check the Sculptor 064S first (see the calibration section below) so dial numbers mean something.
- Set the dial to about 1.5, the middle of the 1–2 zone used in the published review.
- Choose a speed. The review used faster settings for espresso and slower ones for filter; the full Sculptor 064S range is 800–1200 RPM.
- Pull a shot at a fixed dose and ratio, such as 18 g in and 36 g out, and note the time.
- If the Sculptor 064S shot runs fast and tastes sour, move a few subdivisions finer; if it runs slow and bitter, move coarser.
- Change one variable at a time: grind first, then RPM once the grind is close.
Light roasts usually need the finer end of the Sculptor 064S espresso zone; see dialing in light-roast espresso and dialing in a new grinder. How motor speed changes extraction is covered in grinder RPM and espresso.
Timemore Sculptor 064S filter settings and RPM
The Coffee Chronicler reviewer brewed Sculptor 064S filter coffee at dial numbers 8–10 with the motor around 800–900 RPM. Timemore says adjusting RPM lets you optimize grind size distribution for each method. Moving the Sculptor 064S from espresso to filter is a long dial turn, so write down both settings. Switching often? Read one grinder for filter and espresso.
Recalibrating the Timemore Sculptor 064S zero point
The Sculptor 064S dial indicator is magnetic and pops off so the zero point can be reset. A Sculptor 064S zero reset is worth doing after cleaning or reassembly, or when your espresso numbers drift far from published ones. Follow the Timemore manual shipped with the Sculptor 064S for the exact procedure. After recalibrating, clear old grounds with the rotary knocker; see grinder retention explained.
Timemore Sculptor 064S grind settings FAQ
What is the best Timemore Sculptor 064S setting for espresso?
Start the Timemore Sculptor 064S between dial numbers 1 and 2 for espresso. The Coffee Chronicler review dialed espresso in that zone, and the Sculptor 064S dial marks its espresso range from 1 to 4. Fine-tune in the subdivisions between numbers until the shot hits your target ratio and time.
What Timemore Sculptor 064S setting should I use for pour-over?
Start pour-over on the Timemore Sculptor 064S around dial numbers 8 to 10, the range used in the Coffee Chronicler review, and lower the motor toward 800–900 RPM if you want to try the slower speed for filter.
Are Sculptor 064 and Sculptor 064S grind settings the same?
No. Timemore lists the Sculptor 064 with turbo burrs and the Sculptor 064S with 64mm flat burrs for espresso and filter, so dial numbers from one grinder do not transfer to the other.
Why does my Sculptor 064S espresso setting differ from published numbers?
Sculptor 064S dial numbers depend on where the zero point is calibrated, on the roast and age of the beans, and on burr seasoning. Treat any published Sculptor 064S setting as a starting point and adjust by taste and shot time.