ESPRESSO MODS

EASY AND ACCESSIBLE

CRAFTED FOR ESPRESSO ENTHUSIASTS

Main Espresso Machine Mods

Why and how I modded my espresso machine saving more than $ 1,000?

To deliver the right temperature, pressure and flow ratio to pull the perfect shot, a top class espresso machine has very well engineered components and costs more than $ 1,500. What if I told you that you can invest only $300 and get a very similar cup?

Flow and pressure control with the Dimmer Mod

This first mod is the easiest one and also nice for you to get acquainted to your machine and getting encouraged to make the next interventions.

Pressure Gauge installation 

Combined with the dimmer mod, the pressure gauge will not only allow you to see if you are not exceeding the “golden” 9 bar, but also play with pressure and flow profilling.

PID installation for beginners

Temperature plays a critical role in espresso extraction. Temperature fluctuations can significantly impact the flavor profile of your coffee. In this post, I try to show everything you need to know to install your PID.

Video Tutorials

Pulling your perfect espresso

What is a good coffee?

What is a good coffee, what is your good coffee and how can you find it?

Complete Guide for your Espresso Setup on Any Budget

What is the minimum cost for a espresso setup  that can deliver a great espresso if you are  a do it to yourselfer? And what if you’re not a do it to yourselfer? What if you do several lattes and espressos in a row? And supposing that you  want the very highend equipment how much it would cost me?

Check also my spreadsheet with all the equipment, estimated prices and links to specs/offers.

Maintenance: frequent descaling and complete overhaul

If you have an espresso machine, you will have limescale formation in your boiler. And you will have to descale it from time to time. And more often if your water is hard.

The main risk of not PROPERLY AND REGULARLY descaling is clogging your machine with small crystals that may travel through the system and reach a flow restrictor. This may permanently damage some components, affect the flavor of your coffee and also increase the energy consumption.

 

Preparing the shopping list

(Some items to facilitate your acquisitions)

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Bill of Materials for the Dimmer Mod

Bill of Materials for the Pressure Gauge Mod

Bill of Materials for the PID Mod

Table with my recommended setup according to your needs and budget: estimated prices, links to specs and offers

Bill of Materials for the Pressure Gauge Mod

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