Ascaso SDbbVbr Steel Duo Versatile Office Espresso Machine

Ascaso SDbbVbr Steel Duo Versatile Office Espresso Machine Review

Ascaso SDbbVbr Steel Duo Versatile Office Espresso Machine The newest Ascaso espresso machine to hit the United States earned its name of Ascaso Steel Duo Office from its reputation as a great office espresso machine. It's not just corporate America that appreciates the features and power of the double boiler machine, many coffee geeks have flocked to the Steel Duo for its features and low price point. The Ascaso Steel Duo has two pumps, one is always devoted to espresso extraction and the other to steam production. There is a dedicated boiler for espresso and a brass thermoblock for steaming. The differences between this machine and the Steel Duo Professional is that this machine includes a pod basket and has a slightly smaller coffee boiler. Free Espresso Machine Starter Kit With Purchase! Kit Includes: Tamping Mat Two Shot Glasses (1.5 oz) 20 oz Latte Art Pitcher Milk Thermometer and Clip *Call or e-mail for size adjustments or substitutions. Highlighted Features Brushed stainless steel finished body over a black enamel painted steel frame   Independent steam thermoblock with separate on/off power switch (lower panel) and the steam activation switch is on the top panel (top right)   Independent water activation switch (lower right of top front panel) which activates a separate valve for hot water through its own water pipe   Low water reservoir cut-off: when water reservoir is near empty, the cut-off switch will not allow power to the heating element nor the pump.   Brass boiler capacity: ~225mL   Brass boiler for the coffee and a separate thermoblock for steaming, each with their own independent pumps   Heating element is located on the outside of the boiler so that a lack of water will not damage it   Three-way solenoid valve allows the immediate removal of the portafilter when the espresso extraction is completed. The three way valve also allows the user to backf