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.
Signs of wear
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 replace this part in time
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
- ARC
- BASIC
- DREAM
- BAR 2018
- STEEL 2018
- DREAM-PID 2018
- DREAM-PID 2019
- DREAM-PID 2020
+ 15 more compatible models
- DREAM-PID 2021
- BAR 2021
- BAR 2019
- MP-MICROPOD (200804-)
- LOLITA
- PINOCCHIO
- MAXI
- MINI
- DUE LUX
- ESSE
- ESSE LUX
- MINIMINI LUX
- TOUR
- DELIZIA
- FOURPODS
| Compatible with | ARC, BASIC, DREAM, BAR 2018, STEEL 2018, DREAM-PID 2018, DREAM-PID 2019, DREAM-PID 2020, DREAM-PID 2021, BAR 2021, BAR 2019, MP-MICROPOD (200804-), LOLITA, PINOCCHIO, MAXI, MINI, DUE LUX, ESSE, ESSE LUX, MINIMINI LUX, TOUR, DELIZIA, FOURPODS |
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| Manufacturing company | La Pavoni S.p.A. |
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| Address | Via Privata Gorizia 7, 20098 San Giuliano Milanese (MI), IT |
| info@lapavoni.com |


