{"title":"Tamping stations","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"221\" data-start=\"53\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhy use a tamper station?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"221\" data-start=\"53\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFirst of all, a tamper station is a handy tool to stabilize your \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/portafilters\"\u003eportafilter\u003c\/a\u003e while tamping. Without one, you’ll probably use your countertop. But that often doesn’t provide enough stability. It’s easy to slip, which can cause your portafilter to move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"755\" data-start=\"478\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTo avoid this, a tamper station supports your portafilter while tamping and also protects your countertop. On top of that, it helps you tamp with even pressure and keep everything level. The tamperstation\u0026nbsp;is designed to hold the portafilter in place while tamping the coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1002\" data-start=\"757\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBecause it makes tamping easier and more consistent, it contributes to a better extraction. Using a tamper station often results in more consistent and higher-quality espresso. Plus, it saves time when you’re making several espressos in a row.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"53\" data-end=\"344\"\u003eWhich tamping station do I need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"53\" data-end=\"344\"\u003eSome tamping stations are designed to fit the size of a specific portafilter. You can only use these if your portafilter fits into the holder of the tamper station. The downside is that not all portafilters are compatible with every espresso machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"510\"\u003eIn addition to size-specific tamper stations, there are also universal tamping stations. As the name suggests, these can be used with almost any portafilter size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"676\"\u003eAre you looking for a universal tamper station for your Quick Mill, ECM, or Rocket? Our range includes universal tamper stations that you’ll enjoy for a lifetime!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"53\" data-end=\"203\"\u003eA tamping station with a smart design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"53\" data-end=\"203\"\u003eThanks to the practical design of our tamper stations, making espresso becomes even easier and more fun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"371\"\u003eWith the universal slot, you can support almost any portafilter while tamping. It also has a dedicated spot for your \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/coffee-tampers\"\u003etamper\u003c\/a\u003e and extra space to store \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/portafilter-baskets\"\u003efilter baskets\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"555\"\u003eThis way, you keep all your \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/barista-tools\"\u003ebarista tools\u003c\/a\u003e in one place and your coffee corner neat, stylish, and clean. Our stainless steel tamper station also features a modern and timeless look.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"tamper-station","title":"Tamping station","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHow does a coffee tamping station help you make better coffee?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s frustrating when you do everything you can to brew a great espresso, yet every extraction still turns out differently. When I started as a home barista, I (Hugo) had no idea that uneven tamping could be the cause.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you place your \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/double-spout-portafilter\"\u003eportafilter\u003c\/a\u003e on the countertop—or even on a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tamping-mats\"\u003etamping mat\u003c\/a\u003e—nothing really stops it from moving while tamping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUneven tamping causes water to flow through the puck at different speeds. This directly affects the balance of flavours in your espresso. That’s where a tamping station comes in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe design of our tamping station\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe don’t just sell any tamping station. This one is simple, sturdy, and highly effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSturdy construction\u003c\/strong\u003e made from folded steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon-slip silicone base\u003c\/strong\u003e for extra stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 × 11 × 6.7 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRemovable silicone mat\u003c\/strong\u003e for easy cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpace for your \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/coffee-tampers\"\u003etamper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e on top\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClean, stylish design\u003c\/strong\u003e that fits any coffee corner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCheck if your portafilter fits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot all portafilters work equally well with this tamping station.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you use a Barista-Essentials portafilter or a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bottomless-portafilters\"\u003ebottomless portafilter\u003c\/a\u003e? Then this tamping station will work perfectly, regardless of size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you use an original De’Longhi or Sage portafilter, there isn’t enough clearance to place it straight into the station. In that case, you can still use the tamping station by inserting the portafilter sideways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStill have questions or want to know more? 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