Rancilio Silvia Bottomless Portafilter 58mm - Authentic Italian Portafilter with 3 Cup Basket. Fits Home and Commercial Espresso machines + Gladwise Coffee Card

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But what if you’re mostly drinking espresso? Well, it’s better, but you’ll still have to do some temperature surfing. More modern espresso machines have a PID temperature controller, which will give excellent temperature stability down to a single digit. So overall, when you get a shot right, it’s exceptionally delicious and as good as most coffee shops. In my testing period, I didn’t see the need to play with anything inside the machine, but by all accounts from people who service Silvias for a living, it’s a well-made machine that can last for a long time. And if there’s a problem, it’s something you can fix. The water tank is easy to access on top of the device. In Daily Use

Also, if you want to pour latte art, you have to keep grooming your milk while dealing with the temperature and prepping/pulling the shot. As you now know, not all portafilters are created equal. One thing you should know is that the portafilter size is measured in millimeters (mm). There’s no doubt that it’s a quality machine. But, unfortunately, it’s a bit like a manual transmission Mercedes in a time of Teslas.We can see that the larger portafilter is subject to a higher force of extraction with the same pressure. What this amounts to in practice is very much dependent on your setup. However it should tend towards better consistency in extraction. How many grams of coffee are in a 54mm portafilter?

Rancilio is another Italian coffee machine manufacturer. It is an elite brand in the coffee machine industry due to its high-quality production. The company has nearly a hundred years of manufacturing experience.An ergonomically designed bottomless portafilter by Rancilio. The Bottomless Portafilter for the Rancilio Silvia comes with Rancilio "RR" logo and comes directly from the manufacturer. The one on the left came with a basket (triple shot for my best knowledge), weights 50g less than the one on the right and slightly 'shallower'.

For providing you with the highest quality Espresso, it is made of food-grade stainless steel. So, you will have no metallic toxins ever. Its Rosewood handle feels comfortable in your fist. Besides, Rosewood is very strong that lasts for years.

Are all portafilters the same?

Moreover, Rancilio has used high-quality material to make its ergonomic handle. It looks excellent and feels great in hand. Rancilio also launched a “pro” version of the Silvia more recently. While it has similarities superficially, it’s fair to say that this machine is entirely different internally with its two boilers and PID. So for this review, let’s focus on the original. Design & Build Quality

And on that note, we here present the filthy deviancy of peering up the underbelly of a naked porta-filter, to better glimpse all that hot, smooth creamy loveliness dripping out… More Than One Way To Better Espresso Portafilters with spouts don’t allow users to monitor extraction. So, you cannot inspect if bad extraction is occurring from something. However, in 1997 Rancilio produced a miniature version of their professional machines as a thank you gift for the company’s business partners. The easiest way to identify the size of your portafilter is by using a set of measuring calipers. However, unless you’re a seasoned barista or a production engineer, chances are that you don’t have one of these around. Having just reviewed two of the machine’s main rivals (the Gaggia Classic Pro& Breville Bambino Plus), I have to say that the Silvia beats them both when it comes to the feeling of quality and durability when you compare them up close. I think the Gaggia and Breville models are more photogenic. Still, when it comes to materials and giving you that premium “feeling,” I have to award the victory to Rancilio Silvia.

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For the most part, a smaller portafilter size will usually mean a lower-priced espresso machine, although it’s not necessarily the case always. Gaggia is one of them, founded in 1947 in Milan, Italy. They manufacture high-quality coffee machines and their accessories. With the basket exposed underneath, you can see the whole extraction process and diagnose any problems with the shot. An excellent tool for learning what channelling and colour changes look like; an indication of uneven tamping or incorrect grinder settings. However, the Gaggia also feels cheaper and more flimsy when you inspect it up close. The plastic parts aren’t as lovely, and it’s a less powerful machine with a smaller boiler overall. The Silvia is definitely bigger than the Bambino Plus. But is it also worthy of the extra counter space? Breville Bambino Plus