Bottomless portafilter Delonghi Dedica

Product features:

• FSC-certified wood types: Maple, Walnut
• Includes high-quality basket:
  • For a double espresso: choose 16 g basket
  • For a single espresso: choose 12.5 g basket
• Matching tamper size: 51 mm
• Portafilter lugs: 5.8 mm wide (tapered)
• Scope of delivery:
  • Portafilter wooden handle: not dishwasher safe
  • Portafilter stainless steel head
  • Basket of your choice

Important notes:

1. Wooden handle: Each wooden handle is unique, which is why slight variations in color and grain may occur. These natural characteristics are not a quality defect. Small hairline cracks in the wood are professionally sealed and do not impair functionality.
2. Usage: The portafilters are not suitable for pre-ground coffee.

Compatibility:

• Suitable for: DeLonghi Dedica models: EC685, EC680, EC785, EC820, EC850, EC860, EC885, Duo EC890, SMEG ECF01
• Not suitable for: Beem devices

Useful accessories:

• Our 51 mm baskets as a single product
• Portafilter with double spout: Available for the Dedica family
• Measuring cup: Combinable (51 mm diameter)
• Portafilter holder: For space-saving hanging on the machine
• 51mm Tamper: for compacting the coffee grounds in the portafilter
• Motta Leveler 51mm: Leveling tool for even distribution of coffee grounds
• Further suitable accessories for the Delonghi Dedica family can be found here

Care instructions:

• The wooden handle is not dishwasher safe.
• For cleaning, please only use a slightly damp microfiber cloth.
• Note: The spout should not be unscrewed, as the position cannot be precisely restored during reassembly.

Who is the bottomless portafilter suitable for?

This portafilter is ideal if you:

• Want to learn more about coffee and espresso
• Own a grinder and grind fresh coffee
• Enjoy experimenting with grind size and preparation
• Want to take your barista skills to the next level

Practical application tips for the Delonghi Dedica

1. What to do if the portafilter splashes?

Cause: Splashing of the portafilter is often caused by so-called channeling – where the coffee flows unevenly through the basket.

Solution: Precise work and firm tamping (pressing the coffee) help to reduce channeling. Make sure to fill the basket sufficiently (e.g., with 16g APAS) to minimize the risk of channeling.

2. Wet coffee puck after extraction?

It is normal for the DeLonghi Dedica to often leave a wet coffee puck.

Tip: Leave the portafilter clamped in for a while after extraction to allow excess coffee to drip off. Place a cup under the portafilter to catch drops.

3. After extraction – wait a moment!

After brewing, there may still be pressure on the portafilter.

Note: If you release the portafilter immediately after extraction, the coffee can "slosh". Therefore, wait a few seconds before removing the portafilter.

4. Clean work with the measuring cup

Use a measuring cup (51mm) to neatly fill the portafilter with ground coffee and reduce mess.

5. Working with a scale

A coffee scale guarantees consistent results. This allows you to precisely control the grind size and quantity. Further tips for espresso preparation can be found here.

Our video test series for the Delonghi Dedica family

In autumn 2023, we recorded a new video test series for the Delonghi Dedica.

The first video covers a comparison between the Delonghi Dedica 685 and the Delonghi Dedica 885.

A 24-minute test and comparison video of the Delonghi Dedica 685 and the Delonghi Dedica 885. Released in September 2023.

Upgrade video: How to improve your Delonghi Dedica

In this 12-minute test video, we show which extensions and upgrades make sense for the Delonghi Dedica 685 and Delonghi Dedica 885. Released in October 2023.