Bezzera Magica S MN/PID espresso machine

Bezzera MAGICA S MN with or (without) PID digital temperature control system

classic two-circuit portafilter espresso machine

The Bezzera MAGICA S MN PID is a classic dual-circuit portafilter espresso machine with a solid Faema E61 brewing group . A portafilter machine for ambitious baristas who value professional technology and do not want to make any compromises when preparing all Italian coffee specialties. A perfect espresso machine for the home or small office.

Simultaneous steam and hot water

The Bezzera Magica is a classic dual-circuit portafilter espresso machine . This means that the water circuits for steam, tea water and espresso are separate and that the machine provides steam and hot water at the same time. The boiler volume of 2.0 l is significantly larger than that of entry-level portafilter systems such as the Bezerra BZ09 or the Bezzera BZ10. The large boiler produces a lot of dry steam and uses an integrated heat exchanger to heat the fresh water for the espresso. A thermosyphon integrated in the boiler brings the temperature in the brewing group to approx. 90°C via automatic water circulation. The PID can be used to optimally set the output temperature. The system therefore provides sufficient steam for frothing milk and hot water for dispensing espresso at the same time. The pump pressure gauge shows the current pump pressure so that the optimal brewing pressure of 10 to 12 bar can always be checked. A second pressure gauge shows the current boiler pressure.

Craftsmanship & perfection from the Milanese manufactory

Bezzera is a family business that has been producing high-quality, professional espresso machines since 1901. To ensure the proven high quality, all the required parts have been manufactured in-house for generations in the Milan factory. No other espresso machine manufacturer has such a depth of production, which is also associated with great craftsmanship . For example, all sheets are flanged at the edges to create rounded edges. The Bezzera Magica S MN PID impresses with an elegant housing made of tempered ANSI 304 stainless steel, with a boiler and pipes made of copper, professional tilt valves for perfect milk frothing / hot water dispensing and the digital PID temperature control system as well as the lever-controlled Faema E61 brewing group. The high level of production in the Bezerra espresso machine factory also ensures a long-term secure spare parts situation, so that repairs are guaranteed even after many years of use.

The legendary E61 brewing group

Faema developed the legendary E61 brewing group back in the 1960s. The aim was to make the brewing group very temperature-stable and to heat it up with the very hot boiler water available, but not to overheat the system. The temperature in the boiler is around 110-120°C, but only 90-95°C is needed at the brewing group. Faema designed the massive E61 brewing group for this purpose, which is still installed in numerous espresso machines from a wide range of manufacturers today. The special thing about the legendary E61 brewing group is a direct connection to the boiler. The E61 brewing group is heated directly by the automatic water circulation via a thermosyphon. The thermosyphon and the surface of the brewing group ensure the desired cooling so that the brewing group does not get too hot. In a separate water circuit, the espresso is prepared with fresh water from the large water tank, which is heated up via a heat exchanger in the copper boiler. The solid construction of the E61 brewing group has a very important function: it keeps the temperature stable and prevents the machine from cooling down too quickly when several coffees are dispensed in a short space of time, or from overheating during longer standby times. However, we recommend briefly "flushing" the E61 brewing group to ensure the optimum operating temperature. The system then only contains fresh water and the temperature is stabilized - regardless of the external circumstances.

The digital temperature control system PID

The Bezzera Magica also has the digital temperature control system PID built in to optimize the brewing water temperature. The PID panel is integrated into the front and allows for quick adjustment. The PID regulates the desired target temperature very precisely in order to achieve the optimal brewing water temperature for the used coffee. This gives the barista an additional control instrument, as with modern multi-boiler portafilter espresso machines . The PID brings the small machine even closer to the high quality and experience of the Italian espresso culture of large professional espresso machines in the catering trade.

Special features of the Magica

• 1 massive Faema E61 brewing group
• dual-circuit system
• steam and espresso output simultaneously
• Large boiler and fresh water volume
• heat exchanger for fresh coffee water (separate circuit)
• PID, digital temperature control system
• faucet and steam wand
• High-quality stainless steel case
• Ulka vibration pump with thermal protection
• handmade in the Milan Bezzera factory
• fast heating time of about 10 minutes
• automatic water supply to the boiler
• automatic shutdown in case of lack of fresh water
• good value for money
• Compact dimensions
• semi-professional machine for home or small office
• for ambitious baristas and coffee lovers

Conclusion

The Bezzera Magica portafilter espresso machine impresses with its meticulous workmanship, solid design and high-quality materials. In addition, there is a very fair price-performance ratio for a semi-professional two-circuit portafilter espresso machine, which simultaneously produces an excellent espresso and enables the release of dry steam for creamy milk foam or hot water via the "Quick Steam" tilt valve. The Bezzera Magica S MN PID does not need to shy away from a comparison with the (more expensive) competitors!

Scope of delivery Bezzera Magica

• Bezzera Magica portafilter machine with stainless steel housing
• quick guide
• portafilter for two units
• portafilter for one unit
• Small cleaning brush
• plastic tamper