What is a tamper and what is it for
A tamper is a tool used to manually press ground coffee into the portafilter basket before espresso extraction. Even and sufficiently firm compression of the coffee puck is the foundation of correct, balanced extraction – without it, water flows through the coffee unevenly and the taste of the drink becomes inconsistent.
Signs of wear
You can recognise an old or damaged tamper by cracks, a peeling surface, a loose handle, or an uneven base that can no longer create a flat surface on the coffee puck. This typically results in channelling, uneven extraction, sour or bitter-tasting espresso, and sometimes water leaking around the sides of the basket.
Why you shouldn't put off the replacement
A damaged tamper cannot guarantee even pressure on the coffee, which directly affects the quality and consistency of the espresso's taste. Replacing it with a new one is a simple way to restore consistent brewing results without having to intervene in the coffee machine itself.
How to choose the right tamper
- Check the product table to see which base diameter matches your basket and portafilter.
- Choose a handle that feels comfortable in your hand and allows for stable, comfortable pressing.
Compatible with
- BAR
- BART
- CAFE
- HOTEL
- P90
- P TRE
- P UNO
- BAR-L (200407-)
+ 22 more compatible models
- BAR-L-HARD (200712-)
- BAR-L-REVOLUTION (200712-)
- BAR-S (200407-)
- BAR-S-HARD (200712-)
- BAR-S-REVOLUTION (200712-)
- BAR-T-L (200609-)
- BAR-T-M (200609-)
- BAR-T-TS (200609-)
- BAR-T-V (200609-)
- DIAMANTE (201307-)
- HOTEL-M (200407-)
- HOTEL-M-HARD (200712-)
- HOTEL-M-REVOLUTION (200712-)
- HOTEL-V (200407-)
- HOTEL-V-HARD (200712-)
- HOTEL-V-REVOLUTION (200712-)
- MAC2000
- PREMIER
- CLUB
- AMICI
- PORTOFINO-AL
- COMPACT
| Manufacturing company | La Pavoni S.p.A. |
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| Address | Via Privata Gorizia 7, 20098 San Giuliano Milanese (MI), IT |
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