Storing grinder plates and knives
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How do you store your grinder plates and knives so they stay together as paired? I use butchers twine, but thought there has to be a better way, so is there a better way? I don’t like plastic bags since moisture can get trapped inside and cause corrosion. Thought about vacuum sealing them which could work, what do you think?
mrobisr
I use butcher’s twine as well. I spray with a food grade silicone and just let them hang. No issues so far. -
How do you store your grinder plates and knives so they stay together as paired? I use butchers twine, but thought there has to be a better way, so is there a better way? I don’t like plastic bags since moisture can get trapped inside and cause corrosion. Thought about vacuum sealing them which could work, what do you think?
mrobisr I use string as well, on plate and knife goes back on the grinder, the others get put in the tray of the grinder.
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I use Ziploc snack bags. I let them dry overnight before putting them in bags. No issues.
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I put them together in a container just large enough and cover them in mineral oil for longer storage. If using again soon, I’ll just spray with a bit of silicone or oil and keep them in the grinder tray
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I use Ziplock , dry thoroughly and smear my carbon steel with oil, for stainless just dry
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I use bread ties, coat in white oil and then zip lock bag.
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I put rice in a zip lock bag and put my knives and plates in the center of the rice so no moisture will get to them . I have been doing this for years and have never had a problem with the humidty.
gwlove that is a good idea
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I keep them paired in Zip lock bags with white oil also etch on knife the plate size and an arrow on plate to show direction of the meat flow.
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I put rice in a zip lock bag and put my knives and plates in the center of the rice so no moisture will get to them . I have been doing this for years and have never had a problem with the humidty.
gwlove said in Storing grinder plates and knives:
I put rice in a zip lock bag and put my knives and plates in the center of the rice so no moisture will get to them . I have been doing this for years and have never had a problem with the humidty.
This is the same thing that I do with my grinder plates and knives.
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How do you store your grinder plates and knives so they stay together as paired? I use butchers twine, but thought there has to be a better way, so is there a better way? I don’t like plastic bags since moisture can get trapped inside and cause corrosion. Thought about vacuum sealing them which could work, what do you think?
mrobisr I store them individually in storage bags after spraying them with food grade silicone first once they are fully dry after cleaning. Of course one set, usually the 3/8" on the beast & 1/8" on the little guy stay on the machines.
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mrobisr
I use butcher’s twine as well. I spray with a food grade silicone and just let them hang. No issues so far.PapaSop No issues with using that type of spray either. Read about using the spray about 2 years ago and been happy since. I thank all for the life hacks.
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mrobisr
I use butcher’s twine as well. I spray with a food grade silicone and just let them hang. No issues so far.PapaSop said in Storing grinder plates and knives:
mrobisr
I use butcher’s twine as well. I spray with a food grade silicone and just let them hang. No issues so far.Does this mean I should quit using WD-40 when storing my knives and plates?!

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PapaSop said in Storing grinder plates and knives:
mrobisr
I use butcher’s twine as well. I spray with a food grade silicone and just let them hang. No issues so far.Does this mean I should quit using WD-40 when storing my knives and plates?!

processhead The only reason I used food level “WD40” is it’s closer to me after washing/drying the pieces/parts. There’s no reason you can’t use WD40 because I always wash the parts before each grind to make sure there’s no germ issues when I grind. I’m smiling with you.
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processhead zbigjeff
WD-40 is basically the Wonder Drug of our generation.
Use it on everything!
Although, have not tried it in a drink.



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processhead zbigjeff
WD-40 is basically the Wonder Drug of our generation.
Use it on everything!
Although, have not tried it in a drink.



PapaSop said in Storing grinder plates and knives:
processhead zbigjeff
WD-40 is basically the Wonder Drug of our generation.
Use it on everything!
Although, have not tried it in a drink.



If you can’t fix a problem with WD-40, duct tape, or baling wire, well, there’s no hope for you.
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I am a PB Blaster guy myself for everything except grinder plates, that I use food grade silicone.
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I am a PB Blaster guy myself for everything except grinder plates, that I use food grade silicone.
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I use zip lock bags with the silicone packs in them after they are dry.
Bread ties are a great idea too to keep them still when they are moved in the drawer but still, in a bag… -
PapaSop said in Storing grinder plates and knives:
processhead zbigjeff
WD-40 is basically the Wonder Drug of our generation.
Use it on everything!
Although, have not tried it in a drink.



If you can’t fix a problem with WD-40, duct tape, or baling wire, well, there’s no hope for you.
processhead said in Storing grinder plates and knives:
PapaSop said in Storing grinder plates and knives:
processhead zbigjeff
WD-40 is basically the Wonder Drug of our generation.
Use it on everything!
Although, have not tried it in a drink.



If you can’t fix a problem with WD-40, duct tape, or baling wire, well, there’s no hope for you.
Amen to that!
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