Experience the Ultimate Espresso with the Ascaso Steel DUO
For those seeking a smooth and rounded cup of espresso from a professional home espresso machine, the Ascaso Steel DUO is the perfect choice. This impressive machine features volumetric control, a PID, a pressure gauge, and dual boilers, making it ideal for pulling shot after shot for family brunch. Its compact design and vintage industrial look make it a beautiful addition to any kitchen, home office, or hospitality setting.
Steel DUO Features
The Steel DUO is equipped with two thermoblocks: one dedicated to coffee and the other to steam. This dual performance allows you to steam milk and pull shots simultaneously, perfect for the home barista. The latest Steel DUO PID version includes numerous professional upgrades such as a dedicated steam boiler, improved volumetric controls, a professional 58mm portafilter, adjustable over-pressure valve, analog pressure gauge, enhanced no-burn steam wand, and thermoblock insulation. Additional advanced features include independent temperature control for the brew and steam thermoblocks, pre-infusion, power-saving modes, and single or double-shot programming.
Electronic Group Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control: Digitally displayed and adjustable in one-degree increments for precision.
Adjustable OPV (Over-Pressure Valve): Regulates brewing pressure to prevent over-extraction, ensuring every espresso shot is velvety and delicious.
Walnut Manual Steam Knob: Provides more steam power and better control for adjusting your frothing needs.
Advanced No-Burn Steam Wand: Ensures safety with one steam tip option.
Volumetric Programmable Settings: Includes pre-infusion, single shot, double shot, and auto-standby. Enhanced volumetric controls make it easier to produce and repeat consistently high-quality espresso.
Energy Efficiency: Achieves 50% average savings compared to traditional machines with an annual energy cost of $90.
Quality Build with Professional Materials
12-Month Warranty: Covers defects caused by faulty workmanship and materials for twelve months of domestic use from the date of purchase.
5-Year Warranty: Covers thermoblock boilers and groups against defects caused by faulty workmanship and materials for five years of domestic use from the purchase date.
Steel DUO PID Body: Manufactured in powder-coated carbon steel and polished stainless steel.
58mm Professional Portafilter: Features a real walnut wood handle with an ergonomic and aesthetically pleasing design to complement any home kitchen.
Powerful Steam and Clean Hot Water
Aluminum & Stainless Steel Thermoblock Group: Guarantees continuous, unlimited steam with constant pressure, enhanced stability, and minimal energy consumption.
Limescale Prevention: Stainless steel thermoblock circuits prevent limescale buildup, ensuring a longer-lasting machine.
Freshwater System: Draws fresh water for every espresso shot to ensure the best quality.
Food-Safe Construction: AISI 316 stainless steel water circuit ensures no metal migration in water.
Professional Baskets and Accessories
Each Steel DUO PID includes:
5 professional baskets (2 traditional, 2 pressurized, and 1 monodose ESE)
1 stainless steel tamper
1 blank basket for backflushing
1 walnut wood portafilter handle
Manufacturer
Ascaso
Width
10.5 inches
Depth
12.5 inches/ 17 inches with the portafilter
Height
15 inches
Watts
2100W
Volts
120V
Plug Type
NEMA 5-20, Requires a 20 amp circuit - adaptor included
Cord Length
50"
Programmability
PID, Pre-infusion, Shot Time
Case Material
Aluminum
Boiler Material
Stainless Steel-lined Aluminum
Cup Clearance
3 inches
Reservoir Size
48 ounces
Solenoid Valve
Yes
Cup Warmer
Yes
Portafilter Size
58mm
Available Portafilters
Bottomless, E.S.E Pods, Pressurized and Non-Pressurized
Warm-Up: Brew Time
3:30
Boiler Design
Thermoblock Dual Boiler
Pod Friendly
Yes - without adaptation
Water Sources
Reservoir/Internal Tank
Auto Shut Off
Yes
Auto On
No
Pre-Infusion
Yes
Material
Aluminum
Water Reservoir Material
Polycarbonate NSF and FDA approved for food purpose
Flexible Tube Material
Silicone
Flowmeter Body Material
PBT (Arnite) 35%GF NSF compliant
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