{"title":"Espresso Knock boxes \/ Preparation","description":"In this section you will find everything you will need before you tamp or pull your espresso shot.","products":[{"product_id":"53mm-blank-portafilter-basket","title":"53mm Blank Portafilter Basket","description":"\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMethod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA BUSTED FLUSH...NOT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes your espresso machine's group head needs a good clean. If your machine has a 3-way pressure release valve then you can clean it out with a brush and then use this blank portafilter basket to back flush through and clean out the inside of the group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e53mm size fits all La Spaziale, Astoria CMA Plus 4 You, Wega Concept and Concept52 espresso machines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse with Cafiza® or similar cleaning product\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEspresso Machine must have a 3-Way Solenoid Valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOuter Diameter: 65mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 25mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 53mm commercial style group heads\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA suitable replacement to the following manufacturer parts:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAstoria CMA 27175001\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGEV 529064\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIMS SPFC081\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIMS SPFC081\/LF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpaziale 00647\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWega WY27175001\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways follow manufacturer's cleaning and disassembly instructions. All mix ratios may be modified if a stronger solution is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBackflush (each group head):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert blank filter in portafilter and add up to 1\/2 teaspoon (3 g) of Cafiza® Powder. Insert portafilter into group head.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivate brew cycle for 10 seconds. Stop 10 seconds. Repeat 5 times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove portafilter. Activate brew cycle and rinse portafilter in stream of water from group head. Stop cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert portafilter into group head. Repeat step (2) without Cafiza® Powder 5 times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake and discard a cup of espresso to ensure no residue remains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"visibility: hidden;\"\u003eblind backflush back flush back-flush clean group-head group urnex cafiza puro caf caff purocaf purocaff puro-caf puro-caff \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LF Spare Parts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":7863861411868,"sku":"1160278","price":3.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2404\/0687\/products\/lf-spare-parts_1160278_blank-portafilter-basket-53mm.jpg?v=1659024443"},{"product_id":"knockbox-closed-bottom-6x6x5","title":"BARISTA BASICS Closed Bottom Knock Box (152x152x127mm\/6x6x5in)","description":"\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMethod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA SIMPLE, NO-NONSENSE COUNTERTOP KNOCK BOX!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Barista Basics Closed Bottom Knock Box comes with a closed bottom and an NBR rubber base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knock box was designed with quality and durability in mind. Unmatched by any other knock box on the market, it is made with ultra strong ABS plastic and includes a removable NBR rubber knock bar. Each unit is packaged with an oversized NBR rubber hush gasket for added resilience and noise reduction. The removable knock bar and sleek ABS design make these units easy to clean and dishwasher safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: L152.4mm x W152.4mm x H127mm (L6in x W6in x H5in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes NBR rubber hush gasket, removable NBR rubber knockbar, and NBR rubber base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolds up to 20+ discarded pucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Barista Basics Knock Chute\" href=\"knockbox-open-bottom-6x6x5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eOpen bottom model\u003c\/a\u003e available. Designed for in counter or counter top applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5mm thick, durable ABS plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandwash for easy clean up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBPA free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNBR rubber and ABS plastic combine for reduced impact noise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll units are made of 100% recyclable materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ep-shopify.s3.amazonaws.com\/related-documents\/epknockboxes\/cutsheets\/epkb665-cut-sheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBARISTA BASICS Closed Bottom Knockbox (152x152x127mm\/6x6x5in) - Cut Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: none;\"\u003egrounds ground grind dispose disposal bottomless knockbox knock box chute durable durability \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Barista Basics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":8052041121820,"sku":"EP-KB665","price":69.9,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2404\/0687\/files\/espresso-parts_closed-bottom-knockbox_6x6x5in.jpg?v=1683833646"},{"product_id":"tamping-mat-with-corner-edge","title":"BARISTA BASICS Tamping Mat with Corner Edge","description":"\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMethod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROTECT YOUR COUNTERTOPS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your tamping mat from slipping and protect the edge of your counter at the same time! This rubber mat for espresso preparation and tamping has a 90-degree corner that rests over the edge of your counter, providing a thick and slip-free shield from portafilter spouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 21.0cm (8.25\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 4.4cm (1.75\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 15.2cm (6\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace on the edge of any countertop to keep it protected from wear and tear!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Barista Basics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12242554880094,"sku":"EP-CTMAT","price":40.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2404\/0687\/files\/967a67b5-807b-4fe0-9c1c-b3323cff6cfe.jpg?v=1751651603"},{"product_id":"sinonimo-essentials","title":"Sinonimo Essentials","description":"\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMethod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best espresso machines are beautiful, timeless, and durable. We often wonder why accessories aren't. Well,\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eSinonimo stopped asking and started designing. Based in San Francisco, California, these espresso-obsessed industrial designers created a collection of espresso tools that focus on the experience, appearance, and function of the espresso ritual at home and in the office.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow your bar tools can stack up to the rest of your espresso experience, with Sinonimo Essentials, a carefully crafted set that includes a funnel, knock box, knock box cover, tamper, and tamp station. The knock box and tamp station are super durable, made of unibody aluminum that is die-casted, post machined, polished, and fortified with a liquid-powder hybrid coating to prevent from chipping when hit by a stainless steel portafilter. The tamper and funnel incorporate stainless steel that undergoes Class A polishing and super fine brushing. Even the knock box cover is thoughtfully constructed with a beautiful oak finish and hydrophobic coating that withstand exposure to heat and liquid. Experience the ritual with Sinonimo Essentials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNatural Oak handle and knockbox cover colour and grain may differ from photos. Both the handle and cover are made of real oak so the grain and colour can be different from one cut to the next, even when they are from the same tree. That is part of the beauty of natural Oak.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 58mm Portafilters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless Steel Funnel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum Knockbox and Cork Knock Pole with Hydrophobic Coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOak Knockbox Cover with Hydrophobic Coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOak and Stainless Steel Tamper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminium and Cork Tamp Station\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaring for Sinonimo Essentials:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor light clean, just give it a wipe with dry cloth or paper towel. For wet clean we recommend to use water with detergent and a sponge and dry with a cloth. To extend the life of the oak and cork, for the cork knob and oak cap avoid full water immersion and dry quickly. The cork nob from the knock-box can be removed manually for a better cleaning. Do not use dishwasher or use any abrasive scrub on Sinonimo Essentials.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"sinonimo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32225185955934,"sku":"SNNM-E","price":265.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2404\/0687\/products\/sinonimo-02.jpg?v=1620073526"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2404\/0687\/collections\/EspressoUnderShot.jpg?v=1616525603","url":"https:\/\/oightouncecoffee.shop\/collections\/espresso-knock-boxes-preparation.oembed","provider":"Eight Ounce Coffee","version":"1.0","type":"link"}