CenturionPro GC Mini Bucker | Gentle Cut Destemmer, Stems to 3/8 in

CenturionPro GC Mini Bucker for Dry Destemming on the Bench GC stands for Gentle Cut, and the name describes exactly what happens inside. A stem is fed through one of three entry holes sized 3/16, 1/4 and 3/8 in. As it is drawn through, a 9-5/8 in blade slices each bud free at its base. Pulling-style buckers can shatter large colas, while this cut leaves bud structure intact. A 0.25 HP motor turning at 1,750 RPM drives the cutting head and draws under 6 A at 120V. Throughput runs about 4 lbs per hour on dry flower and around 20 lbs per hour on wet material. The body is built from 304 stainless steel and aluminum, measures 15 x 17 x 19 in and weighs 46 lbs. That size fits on a sturdy table beside the drying racks. Plug it into a dedicated 15 A circuit. Buds drop into the collection bag while bare stems exit the far side. Where a Gentle Cut Bucker Fits Between Drying and Trimming Most growers reach for it right after the hang dry, when branches come down crisp and need breaking into loose buds. Feeding a stem takes a light hand, and the machine does the separating. Match the stem to the hole that fits it snugly, since a loose fit leaves more stem on the bud. Dry bucking is where this machine performs best. Wet stems go through too, but resin and sap build up faster, so plan on more frequent cleanups. Cleaning means pulling the faceplate, clearing the buildup and wiping parts with isopropyl alcohol. A parts kit with a spare blade, collection bag and assembly hardware keeps a harvest moving if something wears out. The motor is not GFCI compatible. Use a standard grounded outlet instead, which matters in greenhouses wired with GFCI protection. Bucked flower then heads to a tumble trimmer or hand trimming with far less stem in the way. For a small to medium harvest, that step saves hours of hand snipping before trimming even starts. Key Features Gentle Cut Action: Buds are sliced off at the base rather than pulled, so large crown buds keep their full structure. Three Feed Entries: Holes sized 3/16, 1/4 and 3/8 in let you match each stem for a clean, close cut. Dry and Wet Capable: Recommended for dry bucking, it also processes wet stems with more frequent cleaning. Compact Stainless Build: 304 stainless steel and aluminum construction keeps it food-safe and easy to wipe down. Simple Cleaning: The faceplate comes off for scraping and an isopropyl wipe between batches. Bag Collection: Bucked flower drops straight into the included collection bag, ready for the trimmer. Technical Specifications Specification Value Machine type Gentle Cut bucker (destemmer) Feed rate About 4 lbs/hr dry; about 20 lbs/hr wet Feed entry sizes 3-hole: 3/16 in, 1/4 in, 3/8 in Maximum stem diameter 3/8 in Blade length 9-5/8 in Motor 0.25 HP, 1,750 RPM Input power 120V, 60 Hz, single phase (NA); 240V, 50 Hz, single phase (EU/AUS) Current draw Under 6 A operating (NA); under 3 A operating (EU/AUS) Circuit breaker 15 A / 120V (NA) GFCI Not GFCI compatible Dimensions (L x W x H) 15 x 17 x 19 in (38 x 43 x 48 cm) Weight 46 lbs (21 kg) Primary materials 304 stainless steel, aluminum In the box GC Mini Bucker, collection bag Optional upgrade GC Mini parts kit: blade, bag, parts assembly kit Warranty 2 years