Overview
La Pavoni Casabar PID Espresso Machine
The La Pavoni Casabar PID is a compact espresso machine designed perfectly for home use and true espresso lovers, featuring a single boiler, dual-use system that delivers excellent espresso with the flexibility to froth milk for cappuccinos and lattes. A multi-directional steam wand with a powerful single-hole steam tip provides focused steam for precise milk texturing, while the PID controller ensures temperature stability and includes a built-in shot timer for consistent extractions. Simple, clearly labeled toggle switches control coffee extraction, hot water, and steam activation, making the Casabar PID an approachable yet capable choice for everyday espresso at home.
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Features
Single boiler, dual-use system
Features a 0.3 L brass boiler used for both espresso brewing and steam production. Brass offers excellent heat retention and thermal stability for consistent extraction, while the boiler size is well-suited for home use with quick recovery between shots and steaming.
Controls
Simple, clearly labeled metal toggle switches with individual illuminated indicator lights provide direct, no-nonsense control and clear on/off status at a glance. Toggle switches offer precise tactile feedback and long-term durability compared to push buttons, with a more mechanical, positive feel than plastic rocker switches.
Steam/water wand
A multi-directional steam and hot water wand with a single-hole steam tip delivers a focused, powerful jet for precise milk texturing and fine microfoam. A side-mounted rotary steam knob allows smoother, more gradual control over steam intensity compared to on/off joystick-style controls.
PID display & pressure gauge
The PID display with built-in shot timer allows precise temperature control and consistent extraction by maintaining stable brew temperatures. An integrated pressure gauge provides real-time visual feedback during brewing, helping users monitor pump pressure and fine-tune grind, dose, and extraction quality.
Vibratory (Vibration) pump
A reliable vibration pump delivers consistent brewing pressure in a compact, proven design. Compared to a rotary vane pump, it allows for a smaller footprint and lower cost, making it well-suited for home use while remaining simple to maintain and service.
Parts & Accessories included
- Portafilter: Dual spout portafilter. 58mm diameter.
- Filter baskets: 1-cup (7 g), 2-cup (14 g), blind for backflushing. All 58mm.
- Tamper: Plastic, we recommend upgrading to a solid tamper.
- Scoop: Plastic, for ground coffee.
- Power cord: removable from machine.
Specifications
| Brand | Lelit |
|---|---|
| Height (inches) | 14.75, approximate |
| Width (inches) | 9.5, approximate |
| Depth (inches) | 11.5, approximate |
| Weight (pounds) | 30 |
| Wattage (watts) | 1320 |
| Voltage (volts) | 110 – 120 |
| Portafilter size (mm) | 58 |
| Coffee boiler capacity (liters) | 0.3 |
| Tank capacity (liters) | 3 |
Notes
General Espresso Machine Notes/Warnings:
- Upon first use (tank/reservoir models): On the initial start-up (or after a long period of non-use), it is important to make sure the pump is removing water from the tank. When the machine is powered on, you will hear the pump running. After 5 seconds, squeeze the in-line hose in the tank (usually the longest hose, has a particle filter attached). if you hear a different sound, this means the pump is working correctly. If not, immediately power down the machine and contact us. For more information, visit this page General Manual Pump Priming.
- Electrical: To avoid electrical damage to this espresso machine which is not considered a manufacturer's defect, please acquire and install a single-outlet surge suppressor rated at 1080 joules or higher. Without the recommended surge suppressor, the espresso machine can be damaged at the power switch, the electronics, the heating element, the pressurstat, or the wiring inside. For more information, visit this page Power Protection.
- Water: To increase the useful life and not damage your espresso machine, please use softened water. Softened water is water without calcium and magnesium, but still has other minerals for espresso extraction. Do not use distilled, purified, or reverse osmosis water as these types of water create oxidation with the metals and cause the same damaging effects as limescale. For more information, visit this page Water Choice.
- Descaling: We do not recommend descaling unless there is an issue with the espresso machine. Too much descaling can eat away at the metals and gaskets inside an espresso machine. As a preventative measure, we recommend using softened water as explained in the bullet point above.
- Backflushing: This procedure of cleaning the grouphead will need to be performed from time to time. For more information, visit this page Espresso Machine Backflush – Why 50?
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