9Barista Espresso Machine MK1

9Barista Espresso Machine MK1

·   Espresso output: 40g – a large double shot. (approx. 40ml)

·   Brew pressure: 8 10 bar (Maximum 12 bar)

·   Brew temperature: 90 - 95°C

·   Ground coffee weight: 15 - 20g of freshly ground coffee

·   Grinder required: a burr grinder designed for espresso is highly recommended

·   Water required: 110 - 120ml

·   Time to make espresso from cold: 3 to 6 minutes, depending on stove

·   Time to make a repeat espresso: 3 to 6 minutes, depending on stove

·   Recommended extraction time: 25 – 30 seconds

·   Maximum time on stove: 8 minutes

General specifications

·   Machine weight 1.8kg (4lbs)

·   Machine height 18cm

Materials

The machine is made from die cast and machined brass, with an electroless nickel plating, giving it both excellent resistance to acids, and good thermal uniformity.

Other materials used are

·   Silicone rubber: All seals, the thermal break and basket cap

·   PTFE: the valve pin

·   PEI: the group insulator

·   Stainless steel: basket and heat exchanger coil

·   There is no aluminium in the machine

Compatible stove types

Gas, induction (with plate, available separately), electric halogen, electric ring, traditional stove (Aga, Rayburn), camping gas stove.

Included in Box

·   9Barista espresso machine MK1

·   9Barista tamper

·   Heat-transfer plate (for gas / non-induction cookers)

·   Spare safety ring & boiler O-ring

·   Getting started instructions / user guide

·   9Barista stickers