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When brewing the perfect espresso, every detail counts, including the design of your portafilter. One common frustration for baristas and home coffee enthusiasts alike is the tendency for the filter basket to fall out when knocking out the used coffee puck into the knockbox. This not only disrupts the workflow but can also create a mess. Thankfully, an innovative solution has been developed to tackle this problem effectively.

Espresso machine parts filterbasket springs
Filterbasket spring 1,2mm 3 sides straight Filterbasket spring 1,2mm 3 sides straight

Filterbasket spring 1,2mm 3 sides straight

To hold a coffee filterbasket in it’s place there is always a spring installed in the portafilter. In each modern portafilter is a recess machines to accommodate such a spring. You can use spring on brands such as Casadio, Carimali, San Remo, Bezzera, Cimbali, Astoria, Spaziale This spring is made from stainless steel. The cord diameter is 1,2mm....
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Filterbasket spring 1,0mm 3 sides straight Filterbasket spring 1,0mm 3 sides straight

Filterbasket spring 1,0mm 3 sides straight

To hold a coffee filterbasket in it’s place there is always a spring installed in the portafilter. In each modern portafilter is a recess machines to accommodate such a spring. The type on this product page can be used on brands such as Carimali, Casadio, San Marco, San Remo, Vibiemme, Bezzera, Cimbali, Grimac, Faema, Astoria, Nuova Simonelli,...
€1.03
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Filterbasket spring 1,4mm 3 sides straight Filterbasket spring 1,4mm 3 sides straight

Filterbasket spring 1,4mm 3 sides straight

To hold a coffee filterbasket in it’s place there is always a spring installed in the portafilter. In each modern portafilter is a recess machines to accommodate such a spring. The type on this product page can be used on brands such as Casadio, Carimali, Scala, Cimbali and Rancilio. This spring is made from stainless steel. The cord diameter is 1,4mm....
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Filterbasket spring 1,2mm 5 sides straight Filterbasket spring 1,2mm 5 sides straight

Filterbasket spring 1,2mm 5 sides straight

To hold a coffee filterbasket in it’s place there is always a spring installed in the portafilter. In each modern portafilter is a recess machines to accommodate such a spring. This spring is made from stainless steel. The cord diameter is 1,2mm. this spring has 5 flat sides. The spring is made in Italy.
€1.03
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Filterbasket spring 1,3mm 3 sides Filterbasket spring 1,3mm 3 sides

Filterbasket spring 1,3mm 3 sides

To hold a coffee filterbasket in it’s place there is always a spring installed in the portafilter. In each modern portafilter is a recess machines to accommodate such a spring. The type on this product page can be used on brands such as Casadio, Carimali, Scala, Cimbali and Rancilio. This spring is made from stainless steel. The cord diameter is...
€1.13
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Filterbasket spring 1,4mm 3 sides straight Filterbasket spring 1,4mm 3 sides straight

Filterbasket spring 1,4mm 3 sides straight

To hold a coffee filterbasket in it’s place there is always a spring installed in the portafilter. In each modern portafilter is a recess machines to accommodate such a spring. You can use spring on brands such as Astoria, Carimali and Wega. Note: only for the smaller size portafilters which are for instance used on the Wega Concept, Astoria Sabrina...
€1.03
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Innovative Spring Design

The solution involves machining a small edge on the inside of the portafilter to accommodate a stainless steel spring that holds the filter basket securely in place. This spring mechanism ensures that the filter basket remains firmly attached, preventing it from falling out during use. Various models of springs are available, typically made from stainless steel wire with diameters ranging from 1 to 1.4 mm. Among these options, the most common design features three sides, but a five-sided version is also available for those seeking additional stability.

Considerations for Cleaning

While this design greatly enhances usability, it does come with a minor drawback. The addition of the spring makes the removal of the filter basket for cleaning slightly more challenging. To address this, several specialized tools are available that can assist users in easily removing the filter basket without causing damage. These tools ensure that your equipment remains clean and well-maintained, allowing you to enjoy the best possible espresso experience.

Incorporating this simple yet effective design improvement can significantly enhance your portafilter's functionality, making your coffee preparation process smoother and more enjoyable.