What is the filter under the ESE pod and what is it for
This is a metal filter plate that is inserted into the portafilter and is designed for use together with an ESE pod. Its purpose is to hold the paper ESE pod in the correct position, evenly distribute water through the coffee, and guide the prepared espresso into the cup. Without a functional filter plate, water does not flow through evenly and coffee extraction becomes inconsistent.
When the part stops doing its job
A worn or damaged filter plate shows up as water leaking around the pod, thin or uneven espresso, cloudy sediment in the cup, or a change in coffee taste. Mechanical damage to the edges after prolonged use is also common, which prevents the pod from sealing properly in the portafilter.
Why you shouldn't put off the replacement
A damaged filter plate reduces the quality of coffee preparation and can cause hot water to leak outside the cup. Timely replacement maintains stable extraction and protects other parts of the portafilter from unnecessary wear.
How to choose the right part
- Check compatibility with your machine in the product table.
- Check that the size of the filter plate matches the original part.
Compatible with
- S20 (VERS2)
- ANITA (PL042TEMD)
- ANNA (PL41QE)
- ANNA (PL41TEM 2010)
- ANNA (PL41TEM 2013)
- DIANA (PL60 2012)
- DIANA (PL60 2013)
- PL042QE 2009
+ 11 more compatible models
- PL042QE 2013
- PL50N
- DOMUS-BAR (200710-)
- DOMUS-BAR (201507-)
- DOMUS-BAR-ELETTRONICA-DOSATA (200807-)
- ANITA (PL042EM 2012)
- ANITA (PL042EM 2013)
- ANNA (PL41E)
- ANITA (PL042EMI)
- ANNA (PL41EM)
- ANNA (PL41LEM)
| Manufacturing company | Rancilio Group S.p.A. |
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| Address | Viale della Repubblica 40, 20015 Villastanza di Parabiago (MI), IT |
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