What size tamper should I buy for this machine?
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A 51mm tamper works very well - I got one on Etsy. By my measurement, the inside of each portafilter basket is 52mm, and the 51mm tamper fits them both snugly with a tiny bit of wiggle room.
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Do you already have the machine? You won't need to buy a tamper with the machine.
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There is a tamper that comes with the machine; however, it is made of plastic, has an odd shape, is nearly 2mm smaller than the bottomless portafilter, and is hard to get a proper grip on. If you're like me, you'll find yourself having a hard time getting it to tamp flat. This isn't a big deal with the pressurized basket, but if you want to use the bottomless portafilter, I would say a proper stainless steel tamper (of the proper size) is a good investment. I took some measurements: The tamper that it comes with is around 49.5mm and the bottomless portafilter has an inner diameter of roughly 51mm. I was just eyeballing with a ruler, so don't take these measurements as exact - I don't have a caliper lying around, so I can't get more accurate than that. I bought a 51mm tamper (measuring with a ruler, the tamper's actual diameter looks to be 50.5mm), and it fits almost perfectly. There's just barely a half millimeter of give when I put that tamper in the bottomless portafilter, as opposed to nearly 2mm of give with the tamper it comes with. I took a few pictures of the measurements and will upload one each of the tamper and the bottomless portafilter shortly.
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I am not familiar with espresso tamper. The bottom is flat don't know diameter. I prefer to use the French press because I can take it anywhere. I am the only one in my household who drinks coffee occasionally.
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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.
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You need 0280217114. They sell them here on Amazon, anywhere from $35.00 up to 4160.00, depending on the source.
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The dimensions of the base of these machines are 8.75″ deep x 7.25″ wide x 8.25″ tall. There are three different container size options: 32 oz, 48 oz, and 64 oz, which result in height of base plus container/lid of 16.9″, 17.4″, and 20.5″ respectively. For that reason, you should use the right tamper I think
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The two sides are different sizes, intended to fit most standard-sized espresso gizmos which are usually have 50+ or 60+ mm mouths. So, my guess is yes. This tamper is solid and well made.
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I would think a Spanner bit would do it, but I'm not sure the size. You could ask Gerber, or just find a hardware store that sells tamper resistant bits.
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Order the mini-tamper from Vitamix.com. Amazon does not sell the mini-tamper. I have noticed that some people recommend using the longer tamper that comes with the tall 64 oz. container, because that particular tamper has a step that in theory will prevent it from reaching the blades in the shorter 32 oz. container. Unfortunately, there have been too many instances of that tamper being pushed vigorously enough to cause it to go past the step and hit the blades of the 32 oz. container, which destroys the end of the tamper. It's not worth the risk... just get the correct tamper for the job, the mini-tamper.
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none. I went to use it as a replacement as suggested by the manufacturer, but it doesn't fit in the machine.
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The machine screws are standard #8 x 32, and can be replaced with any #8 x 32 of any length. The supplied screws will handle thicknesses from about 0.75" up to about 1".
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This is the tamper I bought, the smaller end works great and the larger end is perfect for holding.Espresso Tamper 50 & 60 Mm Sizes Cast Alloy Hand Coffee by RSVP Link: RSVP Terry's Tamper for EspressoThanks, Sandy
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Zoom in on the picture or google the company phone number. They will tell you exactly what model you need.
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Here's what a correct functioning machine should look like: http://www.amazon.com/review/R1KZELKXIZQMCG/ref=cm_cr_pr_perm?ie=UTF8&ASIN;=B005PK7RW4
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I use a scoop from an old espresso maker to tamp. This is a 5-6 bar maker you don't want to pack the grounds tight or the water can't get through and the system will break. You just need to level it and lightly pack. The inner diameter of the filter is 52mm so a 50mm tamper would do.
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these are approx.that size,I would post the make and model # of your machine and post it here to get a for sure answer.
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This is not the tamper I bought. I also have the 5200 and I bought a replacement tamper that is 13 inches, not 12.
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No tamper just the two containers and base yes it's the professional 750 series the wife is really really pleased with the power and sturdy build of the machine it's really loud though. Good luck!Yes it's the 750 professional series no tamper just the 2 containers &base; really really powerful machine. Although it's really loud .you will love it.