Thermostat

Espresso machine parts thermostat

The locations where thermostats can be applied in espresso machines can vary a lot. Thermostats are for temperature control or just as a safety of your espresso machine. There are various things you need to think of when choosing the correct thermostat.

1: what is the brand of my espresso machine, do I have a part reference number of the item? Always check if the reference numbers match the listed items, if you are not sure just ask us,

2: what it the required switch off temperature? These temperatures can range from 95 degree Celsius all the way to 170 degree Celsius. The higher temperatures are normally related to the heating elements and boilers. The lower temperatures mainly brewing group

3: what kind of thermostat do I need? Do I need a contact thermostat. Or one with a bulb which slides inside a heating element.

4: Does the thermostat has a automatic reset or manual reset? The automatic reset is mainly used on brewing groups. The manual reset is mainly used on boilers and elements. When the manual thermostat shuts off, always investigate what the cause of this is. Seen it’s a thermal protection for your machine.