The DISCONTINUED Lelit PL044MM Fred Stepless Doserless Espresso Coffee Grinder features a stainless steel build, transparent bean hopper, stepless controls, and a red logo—ideal for precise home or professional espresso preparation. © 2025 1st-line.com

DISCONTINUED Lelit PL044MM Fred Stepless Doserless Espresso Coffee Grinder

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Overview

The Lelit PL043MMI Fred is a similar espresso coffee grinder as the Lelit PL044MM Fred! Both have the same size conical burrs. Additionally, both have the same grinding adjustment and operation. However, the Lelit PL043MMI Fred is slightly smaller in terms of dimensions and weight, so it is truly compact for your home espresso bar!

The Lelit Fred pairs well with the Lelit Bianca V3 Dual Boiler Espresso Machine

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Features

Grinding Adjustment

  • Stepless – Infinite number of grind settings which allows you really fine tune your grind. Adjustment dial is on the right side of the grinder. Turn clockwise for a finer grind and counterclockwise for a coarser grind.
Close-up of the black adjustment knob on the DISCONTINUED Lelit PL043MMI Fred Espresso Coffee Grinder, showing white arrows for Coarse and Fine grind settings, attached to a metal rod for grind size control. © 2025 1st-line.com
Close-up of a portafilter on an espresso machine with a black handle and orange power switch on a wooden countertop, next to the DISCONTINUED Lelit PL043MMI Fred Espresso Coffee Grinder for freshly ground coffee. © 2025 1st-line.com

Grinding Operation

  • Semi automatic – The power button is on the left side. To start grinding, push your portafilter against the grinding button above the fork. Press and hold for continuous grinding, and release to stop.

Grinding Burrs

  • Conical Grinding Burrs – 38 mm in size. Spins at a low rpm which generates less heat. Heat buildup can negatively affect your coffee grinds by heating the coffee grinders before brewing.
Close-up of a mechanical gear-cutting tool next to the DISCONTINUED Lelit PL043MMI Fred Espresso Coffee Grinder, showing a black circular gear and metal parts on a yellow surface. © 2025 1st-line.com
A close-up of a transparent container with markings from 2 to 5, likely part of the discontinued Lelit PL043MMI Fred Espresso Coffee Grinder, set against a blurred background. © 2025 1st-line.com

Bean Hopper

  • Low profile – The total height of the grinder with the hopper is approximately 12″.

Specifications

Brand

Lelit
Height (inches)

13.5, approximate
Width (inches)

5, approximate
Depth (inches)

9, approximate
Weight (pounds)

6
Wattage (watts)

150
Voltage (volts)

110 – 120
Burr size (mm), Type

38
Hopper capacity (grams)

250
Country of manufacture

Italy

Notes

  1. There is another version of this grinder (PL044MMT) which has a built-in timer. Our version currently does not have this timer.
  2. Every PL044MM espresso coffee grinder is tested with coffee.
  3. A star key (not included) is needed to remove the chute on the front.
  4. The cord plugs into the rear of the unit.
  5. Alternate code: PL44
  6. Replaced PL053, PL53, PL53-110

Espresso Coffee Grinder Warnings:

  • Roast Profiles: Espresso grinders sold by 1st-line Equipment, unless specifically indicated on the grinder page, are manufactured for coffee beans that have Italian or espresso roast profiles. Lighter roasted coffee beans may clog the grinder or not grind fine enough. Darker roasted coffee beans, such as French roasted or oily coffee beans, may clog the grinding chamber and/or the grinder chute where the ground coffee exits.
  • Changing grind settings: It is very important to only change grind settings when the unit is powered on and the burrs are in motion. If you do not do this, the burrs will ‘gunk’ up and render the grinder to only produce very coarse grinds or no grinds at all. To remedy this, you will have to open up the grinder to get access to the grinding burrs. This issue will be considered operator error for lack of following directions, and not be classified as a defective grinder.
  • Electrical cord: For most grinders, the cord is placed between the packaging (foam or cardboard) and the underside body of the grinder. During shipping, it is normal for a bend or insignificant blemish/slice to damage the cord.
  • Finding coffee grinds in a new grinder: Most manufacturers test their grinders with coffee beans before they leave their facility. Unfortunately, they are not always able to get every trace of coffee out of the grinders after testing. As a result, you may find coffee beans or grinds inside your grinder, or there may be grinds in the packaging.
  • Static issues: There are static issues with all grinders, even the highest-quality models. We firmly believe that the static comes from the coffee beans. If you are having static problems with your coffee grinder, try using a different blend of beans.
  • Electrical: To avoid electrical damage (which is not considered a manufacturer's defect), please acquire and install a single-outlet surge suppressor rated at 1080 joules or higher. A surge without protection can damage a grinder at the power switch, the capacitor, the motor, or the wiring.
  • Burr cleaning: For routine maintenance of the grinding burrs, we recommend using grinder cleaning agents. We do not recommend any removal of the burrs or the burr carrier for cleaning (unless necessary) as re-assembly can cause damage. If the grinder chamber is dis-assembled, the warranty is voided for any damages that result. It is important to always remove all coffee grinds from the threads of the burr carrier and the grinding chamber.
  • Replacing burrs: NEVER use a flat head screwdriver and hammer to wedge UNDER the burrs for removal. This could badly damage your grinder.

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    Note: These parts diagrams are provided by the manufacturers. We list them on our site for informational purposes only. We do not stock every single part listed nor can we guarantee that every part is available to order.
  • If uncertain, please go to the equipment model or part product page. Then use the Q&A tab found on that web page to ask your question.
  • Lastly, and only if the first 2 options were exhausted, please use our parts inquiry page.
  • Our call center does not have the training to handle parts inquiries for over 60,000 different parts items. Asking any questions regarding parts will more than likely result in you being referred to the above steps.
  • Please note also that all parts purchases are non-returnable or refundable and do not include technical support, instructions, or warranties as the purchase price of any part does not cover the cost of technical support. Technical support is available for repairing equipment in our shop.
  • Sorry, we will only special order a part for a model we carry AND was purchased through our supply chain.
  • Since we are unaware of the mechanical, electrical, and/or plumbing expertise of a parts buyer or the tools owned by a parts buyer, we are never able to advise if a self-repair can be performed.
Exploded diagram showing labeled mechanical and electrical parts of a coffee grinder assembly, including motor, hopper, wiring, base components, fasteners, and packaging. Each part is numbered and detailed for identification. © 2025 1st-line.com
1000020 CD368-2
1400005 CD458
1400006 CD458-2
1400007 CD553INOX
1400008 MC269-110
1400022 MC334
3000045 MC342-250
3700061 MC343G
3700084 MC376
780049 MC421
7900009 MC422
8800001 MC428
8900033 MC429
9100030 MC784
9300018 MC785
9600008 MC786
9600014 MC811
9600069 MX129
Exploded diagram of a motor grinder assembly shows labeled parts and codes, including gears, mounts, and the grinding mechanism. A table at the top left lists compatible machine models and variant codes. © 2025 1st-line.com
1000011 MC210
1000020 MC217
1400156 MC221
1600001 MC234
3700010 MC245
9100022 MC248
9300001 MC249
AST113 MC288
CD377 MC289
CD553INOX MC290
CVMC246 MC293
CVMC246-1 MC311
GV025/46 MC373
GV565 MC607

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    Does this grind light roasts well? Read that the grinder chokes on light roasts. Has anyone experienced this or have any review on grinding light roasts on PL44/PL43?
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    Q Does this grind light roasts well? Read that the grinder chokes on light roasts. Has anyone exper...... Read more answer now
    Asked by Kathleen on August 28, 2020 10:37 am
    Answered by the admin

    Sorry, all of the grinders on our web sites do not perform well with lighter roasts.
    2. Is the conical Burr mounted in metal or is the mounting of the Burr plastic (like some of the Barratza grinders) ?
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    Q Is the conical Burr mounted in metal or is the mounting of the Burr plastic (like some of the Bar...... Read more answer now
    Asked by Patrick on August 15, 2020 9:21 pm
    Answered by the admin Mounted on plastic housing.
    3. Is the fine adjustment knob on the right the only way to adjust this grinder? Specifically ...if I wanted to adjust it from an espresso grind to a drip grind would I have to just keep turning the fine adjustment knob through many, many, turns ...or would I be able to simply rotate the hopper itself to a change quickly to a coarse setting?
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    Q Is the fine adjustment knob on the right the only way to adjust this grinder? Specifically ...if ...... Read more answer now
    Asked by Patrick on August 14, 2020 5:16 pm
    Answered by the admin

    Hi,

    This grinder is geared mainly espresso grinding. Although it is capable of grinding for drip coffee, dialing back to your original espresso setting would be very tedious. The hopper is only "friction fit" to the grinding adjustment gear and won't be able to change the grind setting.
    A You can't rotate the hopper, you have to use the adjustment knob. This grinder is primarily for expresso. I've never used it for drip, but I suppose it could be used for that at a coarser setting. I set it at 3 for medium and some dark roasts. You might be able to get away with a 4 or 5 setting grind for drip coffee and that would not be that difficult to change, but I'm guessing. It is a good grinder for my use (expresso/latte).
    4. The Fred compared to the Baratza Sette 30 or 270, which has less grind retention? And how easy the maintenance is for this grinder?
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    Q The Fred compared to the Baratza Sette 30 or 270, which has less grind retention? And how easy th...... Read more answer now
    Asked by Anthony on August 1, 2020 8:58 pm
    Answered by the admin

    Sorry, we are unable to advise on grind retention as it depends upon fineness of grind, oils on beans, etc. Maintenance is the same with respect to cleaning - just a grinder cleaner. As for burr replacement, all of them can be difficult.
    5. How do you verify the numbers on the bean hopper are exactly lined up with the stepless adjustment dial knob on the right side of the grinder when removing and reinstalling the bean hopper?
  5. 0 votes
    Q How do you verify the numbers on the bean hopper are exactly lined up with the stepless adjustmen...... Read more answer now
    Asked by ackindig on July 21, 2020 2:45 am
    Answered by the admin All the numbers are relative and can not verified. Hence, two grinders at the same exact setting can produce different results with the same coffee bean blend.
    6. Does this have a plastic burr housing like the pl 43mmi?
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    Q Does this have a plastic burr housing like the pl 43mmi? answer now
    Asked by jeffrey on April 10, 2020 8:13 pm
    Answered by the admin Yes, it does. Since we started carrying this model last year, there have been zero issues and zero repairs on this grinder.
    7. What burrs does this grinder take?
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    Q What burrs does this grinder take? answer now
    Asked by Mario on February 20, 2020 10:14 pm
    Answered by the admin

    MC311 is the correct code.
    8. How does this grinder compares to the Rocky grinder and is there any grind retention?
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    Q How does this grinder compares to the Rocky grinder and is there any grind retention? answer now
    Asked by Gary on September 25, 2019 11:27 pm
    Answered by the admin

    This Fred grinder is less in weight due to the smaller motor, but it makes up in a lot of other areas.

    The Fred has stepless adjustment which allows the user to dial in the grind more precisely over the stepped settings of the Rancilio Rocky espresso grinder. The grind fineness of the Lelit Fred PL044 espresso grinder can give $600+ espresso grinders a run for thier money in terms of grind quality.

    Both grinders do have some retention, and the amount can depend upon the grind fineness.

    The Fred's conical burrs at 38mm would allow more surface area for grinding beans. More surface area usually means more dissipation of heat buildup during the grinding of beans. However, the Rocky burrs do a very good job in grinding.

    The Fred doserless stepless espresso coffee grinders have stainless steel frames and bodies compared to the aluminum frame on the Rancilio Rocky espresso coffee grinders.
    9. Does the 13" height spec include the hopper?
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    Q Does the 13" height spec include the hopper? answer now
    Asked by Brett on July 21, 2019 10:06 pm
    Answered by the admin

    Hi,

    We measured the height to be a little under 13.5".  Close to 13 3/8". This includes the hopper and lid.

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