0.35 mm 10 Needles - This customized Distribution Tool includes 10 needles are made of food safe stainless steel and 0.35 mm in diameter, the perfect size to break up coffee clumps. Needle Can be Removable - Unlike many other Distribution tools out there, this espresso distribution tool can be easily loaded/unloaded, you can adapt and left with 4/5/6/7/8 pins in if that works for you.Usually the needle of this distribution tool can be removed by grasping the thick back half of the needle with bare hands, or if you found difficult to do so, you can use tweezers to assist. Perfect Size - The size and spacing is great for my needs. It does a great drop removing clumps.This tool distributes your grinds evenly, maximizing extraction Natural Wooden Distributionand Stand - The Espresso distributor tool is made of natural wood, both handle and stand. You can drop the Distribution Tool into the stand for the next use, which can keep your espresso station clean and tidy Note - Wood and dishwashers just don't mix. The heat of the dishwasher can cause wood to warp, and the drying cycle can make it crack. So please, keep your coffee stirrer out of the dishwasher. You can clean it with a damp cloth.