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IMS RA200IM Competition Shower Dispersion Screen
$34.99
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SKU: V240
Categories: 1st-line, 1st-line Parts, Espresso Parts, Rancilio Parts
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Your espresso machine's shower screen should be cleaned regularly to help remove coffee oils and residue that can affect espresso flavor and extraction. If your espresso machine is equipped with a 3-way group head solenoid valve, you can typically clean the group using backflushing detergent and a blind filter (backflush basket) according to the manufacturer's instructions.
If your espresso maker does not have a 3-way group head solenoid valve, do not attempt to backflush it. Instead, remove the shower screen and clean it manually with an appropriate espresso machine cleaning detergent.
If you are unsure whether your espresso machine supports detergent backflushing, consult the manufacturer's documentation before using backflushing detergent. Always follow the cleaning and maintenance instructions recommended for your specific espresso machine.
IMS RA200IM Competition Series Precision Shower Screen (57mm) – AISI 316 Stainless Steel Espresso Dispersion Screen
Upgrade your espresso extraction and help eliminate harsh channeling with the IMS Competition Series Precision Shower Screen (RA200IM). Engineered and manufactured in Italy by IMS Filtri, this professional-grade shower screen replaces standard mesh or factory dispersion plates to help maximize flavor clarity, crema quality, and shot-to-shot extraction consistency for espresso enthusiasts and commercial cafés alike.
Why Upgrade Your Shower Screen?
Traditional mesh dispersion screens may develop rough edges over time where coffee oils and fines accumulate, leading to uneven water flow and stale, bitter-tasting shots. The RA200IM features an innovative one-piece integrated membrane crafted through precision chemical photo-etching, helping to produce a perfectly smooth surface that resists residue buildup and stays cleaner for longer. Its 98 laser-cut 3mm holes are arranged in a precise circular pattern to distribute water evenly across the entire coffee puck, softening the initial pressure flow and virtually eliminating dry spots and channeling for a more balanced, flavorful extraction.
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: IMS RA200IM (Cross-reference: LF 1460203)
- External Diameter: 57 mm
- Internal Diameter: 56 mm
- Wall Height: 2.8 mm
- Central Screw Hole: 5.5 mm
- Filtering Capacity: 200 µm integrated membrane
- Material: Food-safe certified AISI 316 stainless steel
Machine Compatibility
Precision-molded for semi-automatic and commercial espresso machines with a 57mm brew group profile, including:
- Rancilio: All home Silvia models (V1–V6), plus legacy home lines Audrey, Nancy, Betsy, and Fantasy. Also fits all Rancilio commercial lineups, including the Epoca and Classe Series (Classe 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10).
- Bezzera: BZ Group prosumer machines (BZ10, BZ13, BZ16, Duo, Matrix DE, Hobby), plus commercial units B2000, B3000, and B4000.
- Promac: Standard commercial brew groups across the full product line.
- Magister: All standard commercial-grade groups.
- La Pavoni (Commercial Only): Multi-group models including Bar, Bart, Cafe, Hotel, and Pub series.
Compatibility Exceptions – Please Check Before Ordering
This screen will NOT fit the following machines:
- Rancilio Silvia Pro X — modified group geometry causes the screw to protrude; use the specialized IMS SR200RNT instead.
- La Pavoni home/lever machines (Europiccola, Professional) and select vintage commercial groups (Group S, P-Uno, P-Tre).
- Standard E61 group heads (common on Bezzera and other brands) requiring a 60mm friction-fit screen with no central screw.
- Breville espresso machines — proprietary 54mm consumer or 58mm commercial groups are incompatible with this 57mm central-screw design.
Installation Tip
Avoid over-tightening the group head screw during installation. Excessive torque can warp the precision stainless steel face, inadvertently creating channeling around the screen’s perimeter.
Upgrade to the IMS RA200IM Competition Series Shower Screen and experience the difference precision Italian engineering makes in every cup.
| Brand | 1st-line, Bezzera, Magister, Promac, Rancilio |
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Will this part fit on a Rancilio Silvia Pro X?
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Answered by the admin
Yes, it should fit as long as it has a screen with a screw on your machine.
My Silvia is 8 year old - is it the correct part ?
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Q My Silvia is 8 year old - is it the correct part ? answer nowAsked by Paul on April 3, 2023 9:03 pmAnswered by the admin
Yes, it should fit.
