
Como limpar um moedor de metal: guia completo de limpeza profunda
Lisa Thompson
Storage & Preservation Specialist
Como limpar um moedor de metal: guia completo de limpeza profunda
Um moedor limpo funciona melhor, dura mais e evita que o kif desperdice preso no acúmulo de resina. Este guia ensina métodos de limpeza rápida e de limpeza profunda para moedores de cannabis metálicos, usando técnicas de congelamento e álcool isopropílico.
resposta rápida
Para limpar profundamente um moedor de metal: desmonte todas as peças e economize Kief, congele por 20 a 30 minutos para fazer resina quebrada, escove e bata os pedaços congelados, mergulhe em álcool isopropílico 90% por 20 a 30 minutos, esfregue com a água quente, seque completamente, remonte. Limpe a cada 2 a 4 semanas para os usuários diários.
Por que limpar seu moedor?
Benefícios da limpeza regular:
- Moagem mais suave (menos resistência)
- Melhor consistência de moagem
- Previne os resíduos de cannabis (preso em resina)
- Prolonga a vida útil do moedor
- Mantém a tela do Kief desentuada
- Os tópicos ficam mais fáceis
- Parece e funciona como novo
sem limpeza:
- Moagem torna-se difícil
- Dentes ficam com o dente
- Tamancos de tela (sem coleção Kief)
- Os fios grudam e tiram
- eventualmente toma completamente
com que frequência limpar
Limpeza rápida da escova:
- Após cada 5-10 usos
- demora 2 minutos
- Previne o acúmulo pesado
Limpeza profunda (congelamento + álcool):
- Usuários diários: a cada 2-4 semanas
- Usuários semanais: a cada 2-3 meses
- Usuários ocasionais: a cada 4-6 meses
sinal de que precisa de limpeza: quando virar fica difícil ou a tela parece entupida
O que você precisa
Para limpeza básica:
- Escova de dentes ou escova dura
- palito ou pôquer
- toalhas de papel
Para limpeza profunda:
- 90%+ álcool isopropílico
- Frasco ou recipiente (vidro)
- sacos de congelação
- Brush
- Hot water
- Towels
Optional:
- Q-Dicas para trabalhos detalhados
- Limpadores de tubos para roscas
Passo a passo: método de limpeza profunda
Passo 1: Desmonte completamente
Desmontar cada peça:
- câmara de moagem superior
- Câmara inferior (se 3 ou 4 peças)
- Tela (se presente)
- Apanhador de Kief (se 4 peças)
Coloque todas as peças - easier to track and clean individually
Passo 2: salve seu Kief primeiro
Etapa crítica:
- Raspe cuidadosamente o Kief da câmara do apanhador
- Salvar em um recipiente separado
- Não perca tricomas potentes!
Use raspador Kief that came with grinder or small spoon
Passo 3: Congele por 20 a 30 minutos
Por que o congelamento funciona:
- O frio torna a resina quebradiça (não pegajosa)
- Pedaços quebram facilmente
- Reduz a esfregação necessária
How:
- Coloque todas as peças do moedor no saco de congelação
- Congele 20 a 30 minutos (não mais - desnecessário)
- A flor da cannabis pode ficar na temperatura ambiente
Passo 4: escove e retire a resina congelada
Retire do freezer imediatamente:
Brushing:
- Use escova de dentes dura nos dentes
- câmaras de esfrega
- Escove a tela suavemente (não danifique)
Tapping:
- Bata os pedaços sobre o lixo/papel
- Pedaços de resina congelada caem
- Muito mais fácil do que raspar resina pegajosa
Isso remove 60-70% do acúmulo without solvents
Passo 5: Isoproxila de álcool
Escolha do álcool:
- 90-99% isopropil: melhor, mais rápido
- 70%: funciona, mas mais lento
- Below 70%: não use (muita água)
Soaking:
1. Coloque todas as peças em frasco/contêiner
2. Cubra completamente com álcool isopropílico
3. Mergulhe no mínimo 20-30 minutos
4. Acumulo teimoso: Mergulhe 1-2 horas
O que acontece: O álcool dissolve resina/resíduos de THC
Passo 6: Esfregue em água quente
Após a imersão:
1. Remova os pedaços de álcool
2. Esfregue cada pedaço com uma escova em água corrente quente
3. Preste atenção a:
- Between teeth
- Threads
- Screen holes
- Corners and crevices
A resina deve enxaguar facilmente after alcohol soak
Step 7: Dry Completely
CRITICAL - must be 100% dry:
Drying options:
- Towel dry thoroughly
- Air dry for 30 minutes
- Use hair dryer on low (careful - hot metal)
Why complete drying matters:
- Moisture + cheap metal = rust
- Alcohol residue tastes bad
- Wet grinder gums up immediately
Step 8: Reassemble
Once fully dry:
- Put grinder back together
- Should turn smoothly
- Looks brand new
- Grinds like new
Test: Load small amount and grind - should be effortless
Quick Cleaning Method (5 Minutes)
When you don't have time for deep clean:
1. Disassemble grinder
2. Brush out loose material with toothbrush
3. Use toothpick for stuck bits
4. Wipe down with damp cloth
5. Dry and reassemble
This maintains grinder between deep cleans
Alternative Method: Boiling Water
For food-safe grinders only (quality metal):
1. Boil water in pot
2. Drop grinder pieces in (5-10 minutes)
3. Remove and brush under cold water
4. Dry thoroughly
Pros: No chemicals, effective
Cons: Can damage cheap grinders, hot to handle, can strip anodization
Screen Cleaning (4-Piece Grinders)
The screen clogs first:
Prevention:
- Brush screen after every few grinds
- Tap grinder to knock kief through
- Don't press cannabis into screen
Deep clean clogged screen:
1. Freeze grinder
2. Brush frozen screen vigorously
3. Use toothpick for stubborn holes
4. Alcohol soak if still clogged
Nuclear option: Replace screen (some grinders have replaceable screens)
Common Cleaning Mistakes
Mistake: Using Water Only
Problem: Water doesn't dissolve resin (oil-based)
Solution: Must use alcohol or boiling water. Cold/warm water just makes mess.
Mistake: Not Drying Completely
Problem: Rust, immediate re-gunking
Solution: Dry thoroughly, let air dry extra 15 minutes to be safe
Mistake: Losing Kief Down Drain
Problem: Rinsing kief away while cleaning
Solution: Save kief FIRST before any cleaning
Mistake: Using Soap
Problem: Soap residue tastes terrible, hard to rinse completely
Solution: Alcohol only (or boiling water). Never use soap.
Maintenance Tips
Tip 1: Don't Over-Pack
Grinding too much at once = faster buildup
Tip 2: Brush After Every 5-10 Grinds
2-minute maintenance prevents heavy buildup
Tip 3: Store Empty
Don't leave ground flower in grinder overnight - creates sticky mess
Tip 4: Quality Matters
Good grinders (Santa Cruz, Space Case) have anodized finishes that resist sticking
Tip 5: Coin Trick
Add small coin to collection chamber - knocks kief through screen during use
What About the Resin?
Grinder resin contains:
- THC (yes)
- Plant material
- Metal particles
- Dust and debris
Should you save it?
Arguments for:
- Contains THC
- Can be smoked in desperate times
- Some people collect it
Arguments against:
- Contains metal particles (unhealthy)
- Harsh, tastes bad
- Kief from kief catcher is way better
- Not worth health risk
Recommendation: Discard resin, save kief
Cleaning Different Grinder Materials
Aluminum Grinders (Most Common):
Safe methods:
- Freezing ✅
- Isopropyl alcohol ✅
- Boiling water ✅ (quality ones)
- Brushing ✅
Avoid: Steel wool (scratches), harsh chemicals
Titanium Grinders:
Very durable - all methods safe
Anodized Grinders:
Be gentle:
- Avoid abrasives (scratches protective coating)
- Boiling can strip anodization
- Stick to freezing + alcohol
Troubleshooting
Problem: Threads Stripped/Cross-Threaded
Cause: Forcing grinder when dirty/misaligned
Fix: Clean threads thoroughly with brush, align carefully when reassembling
Problem: Screen Permanently Clogged
Cause: Years of buildup, poor quality screen
Solution:
- Extended alcohol soak (overnight)
- Ultrasonic cleaner (if available)
- Replace screen
- Buy new grinder
Problem: Grinder Still Sticky After Cleaning
Causes:
- Didn't dry completely (alcohol residue)
- Low-quality alcohol (too much water)
- Cheap grinder (poor coating)
Solution: Re-clean with 90%+ alcohol, dry longer, consider upgrade
How to Clean Specific Grinder Parts
Teeth:
Most important - where grinding happens
- Brush between every tooth
- Use toothpick for crevices
- Alcohol soak crucial
Threads:
Easy to neglect, critical for function
- Brush threads carefully
- Use Q-tip for deep threads
- Clean buildup causes seizing
Screen:
Most delicate part
- Brush gently (don't damage holes)
- Alcohol soak helps most
- Careful with toothpick (don't tear screen)
Kief Catcher:
Easiest to clean (smooth chamber)
- Save kief first!
- Simple wipe usually enough
- Alcohol for stuck-on kief
This guide is for educational purposes. Cannabis laws vary by jurisdiction.
Step 1: Disassemble completely
Take apart all pieces - top, bottom, screen (if 4-piece), kief catcher. Separate every component for thorough cleaning.
Step 2: Save your kief
Carefully collect and save any kief from catcher chamber before cleaning. Don't waste potent trichomes down the drain!
Step 3: Freeze for 20 minutes
Place all grinder pieces in freezer for 20-30 minutes. Cold makes resin brittle and easier to remove.
Step 4: Brush and tap
Remove from freezer. Use toothbrush or stiff brush to scrub teeth and chambers. Tap pieces to knock out frozen resin chunks.
Step 5: Isopropyl alcohol soak
Submerge all pieces in 90%+ isopropyl alcohol. Let soak 20-30 minutes. Stubborn buildup may need 1-2 hours.
Step 6: Scrub and rinse
Remove from alcohol. Scrub with brush under hot water. All resin should come off easily now. Clean screen carefully.
Step 7: Dry completely
Dry all pieces thoroughly with towel or air dry. Any moisture will cause rust on cheaper grinders. Must be 100% dry.
Step 8: Reassemble
Put grinder back together once fully dry. Should turn smoothly and look brand new.
Frequently Asked Questions
Light cleaning (brush) after every few uses. Deep cleaning (alcohol soak) every 2-4 weeks for daily users, every 2-3 months for occasional users. When grinder gets sticky or hard to turn, it needs cleaning.
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