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By: James Butler Revised by: Mark Cambell Last updated: Jan 14, 2024
You know what's small but mighty? The puck screen! This little guy is an important part of your espresso machine. It helps to prevent coffee grounds from getting into the espresso machine's group head. The group head is the part of the machine that the portafilter attaches to, and it's responsible for delivering hot water to the coffee grounds in the portafilter basket. If coffee grounds make their way into the group head, it can cause blockages and affect the flow of water, resulting in a poor-quality espresso shot. The puck screen acts as a barrier, preventing coffee grounds from entering the group head and ensuring a smooth and consistent flow of water. It's like having a tiny coffee bouncer who keeps all the unruly coffee grounds in line.
But the puck screen doesn't just act as a barrier - it also helps to ensure that the coffee grounds are evenly distributed in the portafilter basket. It's like a little coffee conductor, making sure that every coffee particle is in its proper place. When the espresso machine applies pressure to the coffee grounds, they need to form a compact and even "puck" in the basket. The puck screen helps to support this process by evenly distributing the coffee grounds and ensuring that they are compacted evenly. This helps to ensure that the water flows through the coffee grounds evenly, resulting in a consistent and high-quality espresso shot.
And let's not forget about its unclogging powers. The puck screen is like a tiny plumber, preventing your portafilter basket from getting clogged with coffee grounds and ensuring that the water flows through smoothly. It's like having an espresso machine that never gets backed up!
So, give your puck screen a little appreciation - it's like the silent savior of your coffee-making process. Let's raise a cup of espresso to the mighty puck screen!
Normcore 58.5mm Puck Screen - Lower Shower Screen
Designed for 58mm portafilters with a 58mm dosing ring diameter and 58.5mm puck screen diameter.
Dosing ring is made of anodized aluminum for durability and puck screen is 1.7mm thick 316 grade stainless steel.
Puck screen features a 5-layer 150 micron filter design for even water distribution during extraction.
Magnetized dosing ring snaps securely onto portafilter basket with 9 neodymium magnets.
Easy to use and clean set improves espresso quality by preventing grounds loss, enhancing flow rates and producing creamier extractions.
WALNUT COFFEE 58.5mm Espresso Puck Screen with Walnut Stand - 1.7mm Thickness 150μm 316 Stainless Steel – Coffee Reusable Filter for Espresso Portafilter
Improves water distribution during extraction to reduce channeling and enhance flavor.
Protects the group head from grounds being sucked up, keeping it clean.
Easy to clean by quickly flushing grounds out under the tap.
Includes a walnut wood stand to neatly store the screen on the workspace.
Note: The high-density filter ( 150μm ) may increase pressure, requiring a coarser grind for best results.
MIGOOZI Espresso Puck Screen 58.5mm, 1.7mm Thickness 100μm Stainless Steel Professional Barista Coffee Filter, Mesh Plate for Espresso Portafilter Filter Basket (58.5mm), Silver
58.5mm stainless steel puck screen helps prevent grounds from sticking to shower screen and keeps it clean.
Made of high-quality 304 stainless steel with a 100um pore size for effective filtration.
Evenly distributes water and increases dissolved solids for improved espresso extraction.
Easy to use - just tamp and place the screen over the 58mm portafilter basket.
GEMINI Espresso Puck Screen - 53.3mm,1.7mm Thickness 150μm Espresso Filter Screen - Mesh Coffee Reusable Filter for Espresso Portafilter Filter Basket 54mm - Made With 316 Stainless Steel
Designed specifically for brewing espresso, the GEMINI puck screen is a popular choice for homes, offices, and cafes.
Improved performance is achieved with a 1.7mm thick Penta-layer 150μm microns design, which prevents or reduces channeling and ensures even water delivery to the espresso puck.
Eliminate the need for paper filters with the 53.3mm Penta-layer reusable coffee filter, offering smoother, more even, and better-balanced extraction.
Crafted from high-quality, food-grade, non-toxic stainless steel, these metal screen coffee filters are highly durable and resistant to corrosion.
Cleaning is quick and easy – simply rinse thoroughly with water after use and use a cleaning agent like Cafiza or steam wand if staining occurs.
MIGOOZI 58.5mm Puck Screen with Stand - Reusable 316L Stainless Steel Filter Screen Compatible with Espresso Machine 58mm Portafilter Basket - Can Keeping Shower Screen Clean (58.5mm)
Specifically designed for espresso machines with a 58mm portafilter basket, providing a perfect fit and ensuring optimal performance.
Made from high-quality, food-grade stainless steel, offering durability and resistance to corrosion, making it a long-lasting option.
The included stand allows for easy storage and organization when not in use, while the stainless-steel material is simple to clean and maintain for prolonged use.
IKAPE 53.5mm Espresso Puck Screen, 1.7mm Thickness 100μm Reusable Stainless Steel Puck Screen Professional Barista Coffee Filter for 54mm Portafilter Filter Basket
This 53.5mm espresso puck screen improves the smoothness of extraction, making it an ideal addition to your espresso brewing setup. Specifically designed for compatibility with the 53.5mm or 54mm Breville portafilter basket.
Simply place the puck screen in the portafilter before extraction to prevent coffee grounds from sticking to the shower screen of your espresso machine. Keeping the shower screen clean ensures optimal brewing conditions.
With a thickness of 1.7mm and a filtration precision of 150μm, this espresso puck screen showcases excellent craftsmanship, providing effective filtering and long-lasting durability. It effectively prevents channeling and water spraying during the extraction process.
This puck screen utilizes premium 316 stainless steel, offering enhanced rust resistance and prolonged reusability. The use of high-quality materials ensures safety and longevity.
Simply rinse the puck screen after use for convenient and hassle-free maintenance. With proper care, it will last for many years. For any inquiries or feedback regarding our products, please don't hesitate to contact us. We are committed to providing prompt responses within 24 hours.
RECAPS 53.5mm Espresso Puck Screen Metal Permanent Coffee Filter
53.5mm diameter, 1.7mm thickness, 316 stainless steel construction.
Prevents clogging, improves channel effect for faster drainage.
Easy to install and clean by hand or dishwasher.
Compatible with most 53.5mm portafilters, check your portafilter's diameter before purchasing.
Attsky 58.5mm Espresso Puck Screen, Espresso Filter for 58mm Portafilter Filter Basket, Reusable Espresso Screen with 1.7mm Thickness 150μm 316 Stainless Steel
Attsky espresso puck screen is widely recognized and popular among espresso enthusiasts as a reliable portafilter screen.
The 1.7mm thick 150μm screen design of the puck screen ensures even water flow, preventing channeling and coffee splashing for a more consistent extraction process.
Made from food-grade, non-toxic stainless steel, the 58.5mm espresso filter screens are highly durable and can be reused for years, eliminating the need for paper filters.
Cleaning the coffee filter is convenient, requiring a thorough rinse with water after use.
MHW-3BOMBER 58.5mm Espresso Puck Screen Metal Coffee Filter Reusable Espresso Filters for 58mm Portafilter Basket 0.8mm Thickness FG5590
Double-layer filtration: The 11848 mesh filter screen with a filtration precision of 0.18mm ensures effective flow diversion and improved extraction uniformity.
With a thickness of 0.8mm, this puck screen is thinner than regular screens, eliminating the need to reduce the amount of coffee powder. However, it is not recommended for use with brewing heads that have internal screws.
The espresso puck screen effectively separates coffee powder from the brewing head, promoting cleanliness. It is easier to clean compared to other screens, preventing fine powder from hiding and extending its usage time.
Made of 304 stainless steel, the 58.5mm espresso metal filter is compatible with a 58mm portafilter basket. It is a healthy and safe option that can be used for a long time when cleaned after each use.
Brand guarantee: If the extraction effect is unsatisfactory, customers can provide extraction parameters such as portafilter basket size, powder weight, grinding degree, and tamping pressure degree for further assistance from customer support.
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