The Gourmet Pasta Maker Attachment for KitchenAid Stand Mixers Dough moisture and output state: The machine works when the dough moisture content is about 4445%. At this level, the pasta output is in its ideal state as it comes out of the attachment. Easier and faster to make pasta: Includes a builtin cutter to trim pasta to the appropriate length, making the process quicker and simpler. The attachment supports a variety of pasta shapes to streamline homemade pasta preparation. Six pasta shapes from scratch: Six fresh pasta outlet shapes are available, including Spaghetti, Bucatini, Threesided noodles, Rigatoni, Small Macaroni, and Large Macaroni. This attachment makes it easy to produce diverse, homemade pasta. Easy to clean: The pasta maker is detachable for convenient cleaning. It includes a cleaning brush to remove dough from the surface of the output port. Note: Keep the Power Center Dry. Compatibility and usage: This is a Gourmet Pasta Maker Attachment for KitchenAid Stand Mixers, designed to attach to KitchenAid stand mixers to transform dough into readytocut pasta quickly and reliably. Practical use scenarios: Weeknight dinners: Quickly prepare fresh pasta in your preferred shape to pair with your sauce. Family cooking projects: Let the whole family participate by shaping and cutting different pasta varieties. Special occasions: Create a small assortment of shapes for an elegant, varied pasta course.