Fittings

What is the most common thread type on a espresso machine? insert_link

The most common thread type is the BSP-G thread. This is the British Standard Pipe Gas thread type. You do also find this thread type in gas and water installations in your house.

Metric sizes for threads are not really common, you will find them occasionally with brands such as Bezzera and La San Marco. But the majority of the brands still uses BSP-G.

What is the benefit of a nickel plated fitting? insert_link

The disadvantage of brass is that it can oxidize quite fast, when it is plated with a nickel coating this doesn’t happen anymore.

What does the name T.E.A.+ mean for fittings insert_link

The T.E.A.+ coating is a alternative to nickel and nickel and chrome plating. Which is quite commonly used on espresso machines

What kind of materials are the fittings on a espresso machine made of? insert_link

In most cases the fittings on espresso machines are made from brass with a low lead content, which is allowed for espresso machines.