The Kaleido Sniper Coffee Roaster series is celebrated for its precision and adaptability, catering to everyone from boutique micro-roasters to high-volume commercial operations. While the series boasts a theoretical capacity of 4 batches per hour (15-minute cycles), real-world output depends on variables like roast profiles, workflow efficiency, and environmental conditions. Below, we explore the models’ specifications, hourly production ranges, and factors that influence throughput.

Model Specifications & Hourly Output

All calculations assume a 15-minute roast cycle for simplicity, but actual output may vary (see Key Factors section).

Kaleido Sniper M1 (50–100g per batch)

Batch Capacity: 50–100g

Max Hourly Output: 400g/hour (100g x 4 batches)

Use Case: Ideal for nano-roasters, sample testing, or cafes crafting hyper-seasonal micro-lots. 

Kaleido Sniper M2 (50–200g per batch)

Batch Capacity: 50–200g

Max Hourly Output: 800g/hour (200g x 4 batches)

Use Case: Small cafes or roasteries needing flexibility for modest retail demand or frequent profile changes.

Kaleido Sniper M6 (200–700g per batch)

Batch Capacity: 200–700g

Max Hourly Output: 2.8kg/hour (700g x 4 batches)

Use Case: Growing businesses balancing small-batch quality with medium-scale production for wholesale or multi-cafe use.

Kaleido Sniper M10 (300–1200g per batch)
Batch Capacity: 300–1200g

Max Hourly Output: 4.8kg/hour (1200g x 4 batches)

Use Case: High-volume roasters supplying cafes, subscriptions, or retailers.

Key Factors Affecting Production Capacity

1. Roast Profile and Cycle Time

The 15-minute cycle is a baseline for light-to-medium roasts. However, roast time fluctuates based on the desired profile:

Light Roast: 12–14 minutes (higher acidity/brightness; shorter time).

Medium Roast: 14–16 minutes (balanced flavor; standard cycle).

Dark Roast: 16–18+ minutes (oily beans, caramelization; longer time).

Impact on Output:

A 16-minute dark roast reduces hourly batches from 4 to ~3.75 (e.g., M10 output drops from 4.8kg to ~4.5kg/hour).

Experimentation with profiles (e.g., slow-starting “development phase”) further alters throughput.

2. Cooling and Batch Transition Time

Cooling Duration: Beans must cool to ambient temperature before reloading. If cooling adds 5–8 minutes, the total cycle time extends to 20–23 minutes, reducing hourly batches.

Loading/Unloading: Manual prep between batches (e.g., cleaning, weighing) adds downtime.

3. Operator Workflow Efficiency

Skilled operators can streamline steps (e.g., pre-weighing beans, parallel cooling), while inexperienced users may face delays.

4. Machine Maintenance and Calibration

Regular cleaning, part replacements, and sensor calibration prevent slowdowns. Neglect can lengthen cycles due to uneven roasts or troubleshooting.

5. Environmental Conditions

Ambient Temperature: Cold environments may extend warm-up time; heat retention in summer affects cooling.

Power Supply: Voltage fluctuations or outages disrupt cycles.

Maximizing Your Kaleido Sniper’s Output Pre-Weigh Batches: Prepare beans in advance to minimize gaps between cycles.

Optimize Profiles: Balance quality goals with time efficiency (e.g., avoid unnecessarily long development phases).

Automate Cooling: Use external cooling systems to speed up the process.

Routine Maintenance: Clean air vents, chaff collectors, and probes weekly to ensure consistent performance.

The Kaleido Sniper series offers remarkable versatility, but its hourly output hinges on your operational strategy. While the M1 (400g/hour) excels for meticulous nano-roasting, the M10 (4.8kg/hour) thrives in high-volume settings—provided roast profiles, workflow, and maintenance are optimized.