Astra Gourmet Semi-Automatic 1 Group Commercial Espresso Machine

The Astra Gourmet Traditional or Semi-automatic Espresso Machine puts the barista in control to craft the perfect cup. With a self tamping, high-density group head, copper boiler and temperature stabilizing thermocycling system, these machines offer unmatched reliability, quality and simplicity.

The Gourmet semi-automatic machine  is designed with modular parts combined with intuitive features for easy installation, operation, and maintenance. It comes equipped with one steam wand and one hot water valve and is manufactured using commercial components, including; a full size rotary vane Procon pump, Astra’s thermocycling brewing mechanism, a 4.2 liter boiler and a 2700 watt (220V) or 2000 watt (110V) heating element. Thermocycling system provides absolute temperature consistency to deliver the perfect cup everytime.

Handcrafted in the USA of US-standard parts.

Features of the Gourmet Semi-Automatic:

• Manual dosing
• One group head, includes one single portafilter and one double portafilter
• Self-tamping group head, non-tamping option available
• Cool-touch steam wand and manual hot water controls
• Manual steam controls
• Easy plumbed water connection & drain hook-up
• Quiet internal motor with rotary-vane Procon pump
• Thermocycling system combined with a high-density group head achieves precise temperature control in high volume use
• Brass flare fittings for longevity
• 5’ power cord
• Color panel options available
• ETL listed to NSF-4, UL 197, and CSA C22.2

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