Asparagus (fresh)

260 grams of asparagus as bulk material filled the 1,4 liter vessel almost to its maximum. With a sickled knife, more of bulk sample should fit into the vessel. To feed more of sample, it might be required to grind the sample for a short time and refeed the vessel a second time.

To grind the sample homogenously, we programmed two seconds of comminution with maximum speed, followed by four seconds pf programmed pausing. This way, adhesive sample pieces might slide down inside the container again. The standard lid could be used; the optional vario-lid would not be required for comminution.

After ten seconds of grinding time, the sample was already comminuted to a very watery mush. Few long fibers (up to ~ 10 mm max.) were spotted.

We proceeded grinding for a total grinding time of 90 seconds, the fineness improved significantly and the longest fiber fragments (very thin fibers) were found with a length up to ~ 3-5 mm.

Surly such ground sample would pass a 1 mm perforated test sieve. The equipment was cleaned by running the mill, with a water filled vessel and a few droplets of dish washing agent. After a few seconds of running, the equipment was flushed with fresh water and dried.