Inside the Taiwanese Yangjia 'Pegasus' 800N Coffee Roaster

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to roast coffee on a compact, gas-powered drum machine shipped from Taiwan, here’s your detailed walkthrough. This isn’t a review of marketing claims — it’s a close-up look at a real roaster in use, with its specific capabilities, design choices, and everyday quirks laid bare.

The Yangjia 800N model, also nicknamed the ‘Pegasus,’ roasts between 200g and 520g per batch, runs on 220V power and uses LPG (petroleum liquefied gas). It ships fully assembled and includes a separate cooling tray, fixed chaff collector, and minimal wiring — but also some real-world tradeoffs in cooling agitation and flame control.

What Is the Yangjia 800N Roaster?

The Yangjia 800N (model number 800N) is a small-capacity commercial-style coffee roaster manufactured in Taiwan. It has a stated roast capacity of 200g minimum and 520g maximum per batch. This unit was imported via express delivery from Taiwan, packaged unopened, and supplied through local distributor (Xilong Company), the same company that distributes Tiamo products.

The machine is designed for gas firing — specifically using petroleum liquefied gas — and operates on a standard 220V electrical supply. Its control interface, motor, and gas system are all integrated into the main chassis, while the cooling tray is detached and requires manual positioning during use.

Design & Key Components

The 800N features a number of functional, fixed components:

• A dedicated chaff collector that is permanently fixed to the main roasting barrel.
• A cooling tray that is separate from the roaster body — you place it adjacent when cooling, with no electrical or mechanical linkage needed.
• An externally visible motor for the drum, noted for operating with very low noise during operation.
• A drum constructed with what appears to be cast iron material.
• Exposed bearings that are easily accessible for cleaning or maintenance.
• A separate ignition system with visible burner grate .
• A control panel that some users may find less intuitive compared to other roasters they’ve operated.
• A roast chamber with an attached bean inlet hopper (left side) and discharge outlet (right side).
• A cooling exhaust vent located on the cooling system unit.

Additionally, images of the roaster in a working environment show national flags displayed behind the roast batch origin labels, suggesting a focus on single-origin identification — though those flags are not part of the machine itself.

Performance Notes from Real Use

In practical use, the roaster has earned praise for two stand-out characteristics:

• Low operational noise, especially from the drum motor, creating a quieter roasting environment overall.
• Clear auditory cues during roasting — with first and second crack both being very distinct and easy to identify.

However, there are some noted drawbacks:

• The cooling tray’s stirring mechanism can occasionally cause beans to be ejected from the tray during cooling.
• The gas flame and air intake adjustment is not as finely tunable as some users might prefer, requiring a period of adaptation to get consistent results.

The roaster has been used enough for the operator to comment on these traits repeatedly, indicating they are consistent across multiple batches.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the roast capacity of the Yangjia 800N?

The Yangjia 800N roasts a minimum of 200g and a maximum of 520g per batch. That makes it suitable for small-batch or sample roasting, but not for high-volume production.

What fuel does the Yangjia 800N use?

The Yangjia 800N uses petroleum liquefied gas (LPG) as its heat source. It is not electrically heated and requires a steady LPG supply to operate.

Is the cooling tray integrated with the roaster?

No. The cooling tray is completely separate from the main roasting unit. You position it manually next to the roaster when it’s time to cool the batch — there’s no physical or electronic connection between the two.

Does the Yangjia 800N have a built-in chaff collector?

Yes. The chaff collector is fixed to the main body of the roaster and does not require setup or detachment for each use.

How noisy is the Yangjia 800N during roasting?

Users report that the roaster operates with very low noise, particularly from the drum motor. However, the cooling fan or agitation system may be noisier and can sometimes eject beans during cooling.

Are the controls on the Yangjia 800N intuitive?

According to one user, the control panel is not as user-friendly as other roasters they have operated, suggesting a learning curve or different design logic compared to more modern or digital interfaces.

What are the voltage requirements for the Yangjia 800N?

The Yangjia 800N operates on 220V electrical power, which is standard in Taiwan and many other regions, but may require a converter or different outlet type outside those areas.

Does the roaster make first and second crack easy to hear?

Yes. One user specifically noted that both first crack and second crack are very clear and easy to identify during the roast.

FrontStreet Coffee Picks for Small-Batch Roasting

If you’re using a small roaster like the Yangjia 800N, try FrontStreet Coffee’s Ethiopia Humbera for bright floral and citrus notes, Yirgacheffe for juicy lemon and stone fruit, or our Classic Blend for a balanced medium roast with caramel and nuts. These single origins shine when roasted with precision — exactly what a 200–520g drum roaster lets you do. Freshly roasted within 5 days · Orders placed before 17:00 ship the same day · Next-day delivery across most of Guangdong Province.