Black rear panel cover for DeLonghi Perfecta coffee machines

What is a screw cap

A screw cap is a small plastic part that covers the screw head on the outer panel of a coffee machine, most often on the back or side of the appliance's body. Its purpose is to give a neat finish to the assembly joint while protecting the screw from dust, moisture, and mechanical damage.

How wear or loss shows up

Over time the cap loses its flexibility, cracks, or comes loose and falls off during normal handling of the coffee machine. A missing cap doesn't affect operation or coffee quality, but an exposed screw looks untidy and is exposed to moisture, which can eventually lead to it rusting.

Why timely replacement pays off

Replacing the cap restores the panel's original look and protects both the screw and the coffee machine's housing from dirt getting in. It's a simple, inexpensive fix that prevents further damage to the surrounding plastic caused by handling an exposed screw.

Choosing tips

• Screw caps vary in shape and colour depending on the specific coffee machine model
• Before ordering, check compatibility in the product table

Compatible with

• ESAM6700 EX:1 PrimaDonna Avant
• ESAM5400 EX:1 Perfecta
• ESAM5400.GD EX:1 Perfecta
• ESAM5400.R EX:1 Perfecta
• ESAM5400.S EX:1 Perfecta
• ESAM5450 EX:1 Perfecta
• ESAM5500.B EX:2 Perfecta Cappuccino
• ESAM5500.M EX:2 Perfecta Cappuccino