Does anyone know what tamper size fits the portafilter? Capresso's customer service told me 40mm...
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The tamper that comes with the EC50 is plastic, flemsy and worthless. Ordering a real tamper today.*update: After using one of the popular 49mm tampers on this site, I find it to be too small. You really want a good fit and yes even that 1mm gives to bad tamping since the sides won't be consistent with the rest of your pod. Thing is there doesn't seem to be many choices in the 50mm variety, on this site at least.
207553
I've been using a 50mm and it's been working great. A 40mm would be too small.
207554
I got 49 mm, fits good.....50mm might work...............40mm is way too small!
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I am having the same problem with the puck, and weak taste. I assumed that a $350 machine with high build quality would be designed for the enthusiast, not the amateur who wants easy espresso "crema" (reference to the pressurized porta filter). I am going to order the open filter which relies more on grind and tamp to create a real shot. Anything that is easy almost always introduces a compromise along the way.I replaced my broken EC100 (cheapo $125 unit) with this hoping for a real step up. On my old unit, I tore out the pin hole foam squirter and was actually making some splendid shots! But the pump and heating element are cheap on the Capresso. I am having the same problem with the puck, and weak taste. I assumed that a $350 machine with high build quality would be designed for the enthusiast, not the amateur who wants easy espresso "crema" (reference to the pressurized porta filter). I am going to order the open filter which relies more on grind and tamp to create a real shot. Anything that is easy almost always introduces a compromise along the way.I replaced my broken EC100 (cheapo $125 unit) with this hoping for a real step up. On my old unit, I tore out the pin hole foam squirter and was actually making... » Read More I am having the same problem with the puck, and weak taste. I assumed that a $350 machine with high build quality would be designed for the enthusiast, not the amateur who wants easy espresso "crema" (reference to the pressurized porta filter). I am going to order the open filter which relies more on grind and tamp to create a real shot. Anything that is easy almost always introduces a compromise along the way.I replaced my broken EC100 (cheapo $125 unit) with this hoping for a real step up. On my old unit, I tore out the pin hole foam squirter and was actually making some splendid shots! But the pump and heating element are cheap on the Capresso. « Show Less
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I have the DeLonghi EC155 and now have a collection of various sized tampers bought trying to find the right one.... The 51mm Vktech fits perfectly. I'm guessing many DeLonghi's use the same size filters as mine, but cannot verify.... (Note: even if it's the wrong size, it would make a great paperweight....)
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You need to use a tamper to tamp down your espresso in the filter basket so it makes a nice solid 'puck.' A tamper is essential! Amazon.com sells an aluminum one that isn't very pretty, but it fits the basket on this machine, and it sells for $6.xx.
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I selected 52mm because that was the size of my filters. I have no experience with 42mm. If had 42mm filters, I am confident the adapter would work just as well. Be warned that the magfilter adapter is easily knocked (brushed) off. Thus far the adapter and filters have survived. It is a good product.
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You are better off to purchase the mini-tamper directly from Vitamix. The mini-tamper is designed to fit the 32 oz. container and the 48 oz. container as well. Although it's possible to use the tamper from the tall 64 oz. container, I don't advise it. The tall 64 oz. container's tamper has a "step" that, theoretically at least, is designed to prevent the tamper from reaching the blades of the shorter 32 oz. and 48 oz. containers. However, in practice, many tampers have met with disaster when vigorous tamping has resulted in the tamper being pushed beyond the safe point. I use the mini-tamper with my shorter containers and it works very well. It should also be noted that the tamper from the low profile 64 oz. container that comes with the Next Generation machines (the Pro 750, 300, and the 7500) cannot be used with this container.
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I have no idea. I have a La Pavoni SP16, and it fits it just fine (51mm). One thing about it: the tamper is heavy, solid polished stainless steel. It's beautiful to look at and handle, but was shipped from China in a small plastic bag, with no packing material, whatsoever. I was astounded. It had several minor dings in it, but if it had been packed at all, it would not have had them. Dumbest thing I have seen in a while.
1653103
No, this one is too long for the low profile 64 oz. container. Call Vitamix Customer Service. You can get a replacement tamper through them.
204179
Your system is for a 54mm. The E61 is 58mm, so it would be too big. Try searching online for a 54mm portafilter for your machine. Also, try this site, it should provide you with the portafilter you're looking for. http://www.espressoparts.com/parts/espressomachineparts/browsecommonespressomachineparts/portafiltersbottomlessportafilters
1653101
No, the tamper that came with your machine is 11 3/8" . . .this one is 12.75". Call Vitamix as they don't currently offer the right tamper on their site but may be able to send you one just the same.
1715913
I don't use a tamper, but I think the tampers are a standard size. The machine comes with a coffee scoop that has a tamper on one end. I have a Silver starbucks tamper/scoop that we received as a wedding gift, and it also fits this machine.
1938177
Yes... I use the RSVP dual tamper, both 50 & 58mm; the 50 mm is the size I use.
437677
Product Details on the Amazon page shows this Item model number as 885 which means the portafilter holder is plastic. Press release from Baratza: https://www.baratza.com/blog/release-vario-886/886 ships with metel portafilter holder, 885 is plastic. There is a retro kit to upgrade the 885 to 886, Kit PN: 6405, retails for $55.
1468990
It seems Breville uses a few different sizes of tamper for their different machines. The tamper design will work fine as long as it is the right size. Do you have the model or original tamper size?
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http://www.appliancepartspros.com/search.aspx?q=capresso%20carafe%20lid&apptype;=coffee-maker
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Mine arrived today (1/5/16). Both ports on mine are 1-7/8" O.D. at opening and enlarge to about 2-1/8". My 2-1/4" Shop-Vac hose fits snugly over port but I will need to find the correct adapter to attach my 2-1/2" draw hose. The 2-1/2 in to 2-1/4 in Conversion Portby Rockler (sold here on Amazon) will not fit without modifications.
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This tamper is designed to fit the tall narrow bottomed 64 oz. container. The 5200 is available with the tall 64 oz. container or with the shorter 48 oz. container. If your Vitamix has the tall 64 oz. container, this is the correct tamper for that container.