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Experimental Rostoc Compatibility with Fabrica Coffee Roasters (SCP Coffee) Fabrica

Experimentalby Fabrica Coffee Roasters (SCP Coffee)

Does Rostoc support the Fabrica Coffee Roasters (SCP Coffee) Fabrica?

Rostoc lists experimental compatibility for the Fabrica Coffee Roasters (SCP Coffee) Fabrica via Modbus RTU over RS-485 serial (9600 baud). This Machine can be connected for real-time roast logging, Curve recording, and roast analysis. Confirm the setup before relying on it for production logging.

Connection setup

The Fabrica Coffee Roasters (SCP Coffee) Fabrica connects to Rostoc via Modbus RTU over RS-485 serial (9600 baud).Connection: RS-485 Serial.

Setup steps

  1. Connect a USB-to-RS-485 adapter to your computer, then connect the adapter to the machine RS-485 port or terminals.
  2. Match the A/B or +/− wiring to the machine manual. If the adapter has ground, connect it only when the manual recommends it.
  3. Install the adapter driver if your operating system requires it.
  4. Open Rostoc and go to Settings → Machines.
  5. Click + Add Machine and choose Browse Catalogue.
  6. Find "Fabrica Coffee Roasters (SCP Coffee) Fabrica" in the catalog and click Add.
  7. Back on the main screen, click Use for the Machine if needed, then choose the serial port assigned to the adapter. The baud rate, serial settings, and unit ID are pre-filled from the catalog.
  8. Close other roasting software that may be using the same adapter.
  9. Click Connect to start reading data.

Troubleshooting

Serial port not detected
Ensure the USB-to-RS-485 adapter driver is installed. Try a different USB port. On macOS, check System Information > USB.
No response from roaster
Verify the baud rate and parity settings match the roaster's configuration. Check RS-485 wiring polarity (A/B or +/−).
CRC errors in log
Reduce cable length or add a termination resistor. Ensure no other device shares the RS-485 bus.
Another app is open
Close other roasting software that may be using the same serial adapter before connecting in Rostoc.

Machine controls

Data logging only

Rostoc can read this machine for roast logging, but does not currently expose machine controls for it.

Specifications

Roaster typeDrum
HeatingUnknown
Setup typeModbus
ConnectionRS-485 Serial (USB)

Data streams

When connected, Rostoc reads the following data from this machine:

  • Bean Tempcelsius
  • Env Tempcelsius