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Iwatani DGS-KYMQ-50B Gravity Electric Salt and Pepper Grinder Set 135 ml Silver

SKU CH-52AP-0Q80T MPN DGS-KYMQ-50B

Gravity-activated electric grinder set with adjustable ceramic cores, blue LED illumination and 135 ml capacity per unit

  • Total capacity135 milliliters
  • Color familySilver
  • Number of sets1
  • Product colorSilver
  • Main materialBamboo
  • Number of items2
  • Gravity-activated operation enables one-handed seasoning without buttons
  • Adjustable ceramic core delivers precise coarseness for salt or pepper
  • Bright blue LED illuminates food automatically while grinding
  • 135 ml capacity per grinder reduces refill frequency
  • Bamboo construction with 8 AAA batteries per set for longer use

Automatic Gravity Operation

The Iwatani DGS-KYMQ-50B is a set of two electric grinders finished in silver bamboo. Each unit holds 135 millilitres of seasoning and activates when tilted, removing the need for buttons or manual twisting. The ceramic grinding core is designed to preserve spice flavour and the set runs on eight AAA batteries. It suits home cooks who want one-handed seasoning during meal prep or outdoor cooking.

Build Integration

The grinders stand upright on a counter or picnic table and require no wiring or charging dock. Their washable containers and ceramic cores simplify cleaning between refills. Because they operate on standard AAA cells, there is no dependency on USB ports or proprietary chargers, freeing up outlets in a busy kitchen. The blue LED illuminates the discharge area automatically during use.

Sustained Use Behaviour

Under continuous operation the gravity sensor keeps the motor running only while the unit is inverted, preventing accidental activation when stored. The ceramic core maintains consistent grind size across repeated fills, and the LED remains lit for the duration of each pour. Battery life scales with the eight-cell pack, supporting extended sessions without a recharge cycle.

How it compares

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Price $36.99
Pricier than about 81% of the 1,685 comparable items (median $19.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameIwatani
Model nameDGS-KYMQ-50B
Total capacity135 milliliters
Product colorSilver
Color familySilver
Size & build
Main materialBamboo
Non-stick surfaceNo
In the box
Number of items2
Number of sets1

Questions about this item

How long will a set of 8 AAA batteries last when I use the grinders every day?

The set runs on 8 AAA batteries, fewer than the 12 AAA cells some competing grinders need, so each change lasts longer under the same daily use.

Does the ceramic grinding core or the motor get hot during a long barbecue session?

The ceramic core stays cool because it grinds without friction heat, and the gravity-activated motor only runs while the grinder is tilted, limiting heat build-up.

What must I have on hand before the grinders will work out of the box?

You need 8 AAA batteries; the grinders ship without them and have no built-in rechargeable cell.

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