Portafilter Baskets
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By: James Butler Revised by: Mark Cambell Last updated: Jan 14, 2024
Hey there, coffee nerds! As you all must know, the portafilter basket is a super important part of your espresso machine, as it holds the coffee grounds and allows water to pass through for extraction. Choosing the right size and shape of the basket is key to achieving the perfect espresso shot. A bigger basket can hold more coffee and make your espresso shot stronger, while a smaller basket can be used for a milder shot. The shape of the basket can also affect the way the water flows through the coffee grounds, so it's important to choose the right one for your machine. Using a high-quality portafilter basket made from durable materials like stainless steel or brass is essential, as it can withstand frequent use and maintain its shape over time. So go ahead, invest in a good quality portafilter basket and get ready to enjoy the perfect espresso shot every time - with a rich and flavorful crema and a smooth, balanced taste. Cheers to delicious coffee!
E&B Lab, by IMS Nanoquartz Precision Basket. For about 18 grams. B702TFH24NT
Nanquartz coated Precision Filter basket with largest filtration area of 715 holes enables extraction of much finer grind. The Basket will fit from 16 to 19 grams, depending on coffee roast and grind.
Developed by special IMS Filtri project E&B Lab to highlight taste in light to medium roasts
For 58mm Portafilters and 58.5mm Tampers
Fits most E61 group head portafilters. Compatible with : Gaggia, E61 Group, Astoria, Casadio, Conti, Elektra, Fracino, Keesvanderwesten, Magister, Marzocco, N.simonelli, Pavoni, Promac, Rancilio, Slayer, Synesso, Victoria Arduino, Ascaso, Bezzera, Bfc, Bianchi, Brasilia, Ecm, Expobar, Faema, Fiorenzato, Grimac, Iberital, La Nuovaera, La Scala, L'orchestrale, Qualityespresso, Rocket, Sab Italia, Sanremo, Vfa, Vibiemme, Wega, Slayer, and Synesso.
HUGH, by IMS Precision Filter Basket 51 mm Stainless Steel Portafilter Basket (Competition Series), 18 gram.
It is suited for most 51mm standard portafilters. Fitting 18 grams of coffe, compatible with Breville: ESP8XL the Café Roma, BES200XL the Bar Vista, ESP6SXL the Café Modena, BES250 the Café Venezia, BES400XL the iKon, 800ESXL/BES800XL the Duo Temp, BES820 Semi-Auto, DeLonghi: Dedica 685, Dedica 680, ECP 3420, Hamilton Beach and so on.
EFFICIENT EXTRACTION: Designed with the maximum number of holes on the 51 mm filter basket with optimal hole size for seamless coffee extraction.
QUALITY: Premium stainless-steel materials to give it extended durability while maintaining its high performing function.
Verybarista - Triple IMS Precision Nanotech Filter Basket
Compatible with 54mm Breville Sage Espresso machines Express, Bambino, Bambino Plus, Impress, Barista Touch, Infuser, Duo Temp (32NT)
B62.52TH32NT - Biggest double or triple espresso IMS Precision Competition filter basket
Nanotech - Quartz coating makes surface smoother, coffee and oils don't stick to th surface of a basket. It makes it easier to clean and improves water flow
641 holes, Flat Bottom, wide 62.5mm, height 32mm. Stainless Aisi 304 steel
ONLY FOR BOTTOMLESS portafilters and 53 - 53.5 mm Tampers
Compatible with 54mm Breville Sage Espresso machines Express, Bambino, Bambino Plus, Impress, Barista Touch, Pro, Infuser, Duo Temp. Made in Italy
IMS 54mm Basket for Breville 18-22g Precision Portafilter Basket fits 54mm Tampers and Bottomless Portafilters
INCREASED PERFORMANCE - Get better espresso extractions with the IMS portafilter basket. Precisely cut baskets with 641 evenly spaced 0.30mm diameter holes that create homogenous flow through the basket, making it easier for you to pull delicious espresso shots.
DESIGN IN MIND - This 18-22g basket has a 28mm height. Finished with AISI 304 Stainless Steel that eliminates any flavor being imparted by the metal. Works best with a 53mm - 53.5mm tamper.
IMS Precision Filter Basket specifically designed for Breville and Sage Espresso machines. Fits Express, Bambino, Bambino Plus BES450, BES500, BES880, BES810BSS, BES860XL, BES870XL, BES878.
Dimensions: wide 62.5mm, height 28mm.
IMS Competition Filter Basket for La Pavoni Lever post millenium double espresso. Fits Picopresso.
Filter Basket for 14-16 grams espresso.
For La Pavoni lever, made after August 2000: Europiccola, Stradivari, Romantica, Picopresso.
Also fits Gaggia G105, G106, New Olympia Cremina
To use with 51mm tamper
Height 25mm, Edge D.60mm, Inside D.51.5mm
IMS Precision 18-22 g filter basket B62.52TH28E
Compatible with 54mm Breville Sage Espresso machines Express, Bambino, Bambino Plus BES450, BES500, BES880, BES810BSS, BES860XL, BES870XL, BES878
IMS Precision, Competition Filter Basket screen B62.52TH28E
Double Espresso 18-22 grams, wide 62.5mm, height 28mm
583 holes, Flat Bottom, Stainless Aisi 304 steel,
For 53 - 53.5 mm Tampers and Bottomless Portafilters
Made in Italy
The basket is too tall for original - stock portafilter. To fit the basket - plastic bottom part from stock portafilter has to be removed.
Rancilio 58mm Backflush Disk; Blind Portafilter Basket
An essential item for cleaning your espresso machine.
Your espresso machine will clog if you don't backflush on a regular basis.
Univen Espresso Maker Filter Basket Cup Replaces Mr. Coffee 4101
Fits Mr. Coffee Espresso Maker Models ECM10, EMC2, ECM7, ECM8
Fits Mr. Coffee Espresso Maker Models ECM91, ECM11, ECM20
Fits Mr. Coffee Espresso Maker Models ECM160-NP and ECM20-23NP
E&B Lab NT (NanoTech) Double Espresso Portafilter Basket 58mm Ridgeless (18)
The advantage of this technology is greater anti-adherence that facilitates the coffee cake removal from the filter. In addition, this technology improves filter surface cleaning making it easier to clean.
The bastket is designed by IMS Filtri project E&B Lab.
It fits most 58mm Portafilters and 58.5mm tampers.
It fits most E61 Group Head Portafilters.
Edge to edge ø 70 mm. Internal: ø 60 mm. Number of holes: 715