There is a narrow range of optimum temperatures for making great espresso! But unfortunately, that can't be attained inexpensively, (not that the Silvia is a cheapo machine) so what you have in the Silvia, as in most others that cost under about $1,000, is a simple $3.00 button thermostat that sadly permits temperature variations of more than 60(!) degrees, so that usually the water going into your coffee is either too hot or too cold! Please note that the picture shows the unit coming up to the correct temperature. The correct setting is up to you, but is usually around 223 degrees F. You decide, and it will hold the setting to within +/- 1 degree. It can be set to read in C as well.There is a narrow range of optimum temperatures for making great espresso! But unfortunately, that can't be attained inexpensively, (not that the Silvia is a cheapo machine) so what you have in the Silvia, as in most others that cost under about $1,000, is a simple $3.00 button thermostat that sadly permits temperature variations of more than 60(!) degrees, so that usually the water going into your coffee is either too hot or too cold! Please note that the picture shows the unit coming up to the correct temperature. The correct setting is up to you, but is usually around 223 degrees F. You decide, and it will hold the setting to within +/- 1 degree. It can be set to read in C as well.There is a narrow range of optimum temperatures for making great espresso! But unfortunately, that can't be attained inexpensively, (not that the Silvia is a cheapo machine) so what you have in the Silvia, as in most others that cost under about $1,000, is a simple $3.00 button thermostat that sadly permits temperature variations of more than 60(!) degrees, so that usually the water going into your coffee is either too hot or too cold! Please note that the picture shows the unit coming up to the correct temperature. The correct setting is up to you, but is usually around 223 degrees F. You
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THE ELECTRONICS CONTROL BOTH BREWING AND
STEAMING FUNCTIONS.
DUAL DISPLAY -- BOTH SETTING AND ACTUAL
AND THIS IS NOT A KIT.
More info? Call me direct: 877-286-2833
For a complete, unsolicited Coffee Geek review of our Rancilio Silvia
with computer temperature control:
http://coffeegeek.com/reviews/consumer/rancilio_silvia/dsblv
AUCTION INCLUDES:
*
A brand new, latest RANCILIO SILVIA VERSION THREE
*
(pod adaptable style)
*
with:
*
Computer 'PID' temperature control - dual display, accurate to
+/- 1 degree F. The entire unit receives a TWO YEAR warranty on parts
and labor.
AND
*
ONE brand new, LATEST Rancilio Rocky doserless espresso Grinder
-- also TWO year warranty parts and labor
*
(highly popular doserless version, doser version also
available, same price)
*
from an authorized servicing Rancilio dealer
Questions? Call Dave at: (877) 286-2833, and please look at the FAQ
below. Two of the photos were submitted by proud owners: Guy and
Jeff. (thanks) We welcome your phone calls, and emails:
dave@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Please read these unedited comments from happy buyers, a partial list:
"Great mod, works as described and looks great."
"AS PROMISED--GREAT SELLER !!!!--FLAWLESS !!---GOOD DEAL !!--HAPPY
CAMPER-THANKS!
"PID TOTALLY worth it Had it 6 weeks now. Perfect. honest seller Go
for it!"
"Quick communicator, unit properly packaged, works great! Excellent"
"Turned my good machine into a great one. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! SUPER
TRUSTWORTHY!"
"Very professional job. Great results."
"Great improvement in espresso, FAST & QUALITY SERVICE!!"
"Nice, clean work. Thanks!"
"Top Seller! Top Mod! My UK 240v Silvia Rocks! Thanks from a Scots
Espresso Head" (Scotland)
"The Precision Temperature modification works - a worthwhile change
A+"
"Great guy, excellent quality, kickbu** service. Very, very
well-designed layout."
"This is the MAN to Trust! Wonderful Work! A+++"
"Professional, reliable and helpful, highly recommended, A+++"
"A+++++ Fantastic Results, Very Professional & Trustworthy Seller.
GREAT MOD! " (Japan)
There is a narrow range of optimum temperatures for making great
espresso! But unfortunately, that can't be attained inexpensively,
(not that the Silvia is a cheapo machine) so what you have in the
Silvia, as in most others that cost under about $1,000, is a simple
$3.00 button thermostat that sadly permits temperature variations of
more than 60(!) degrees, so that usually the water going into your
coffee is either too hot or too cold! Please note that the picture
shows the unit coming up to the correct temperature. The correct
setting is up to you, but is usually around 223 degrees F. You
decide, and it will hold the setting to within +/- 1 degree. It can be
set to read in C as well.
How to make it "just right"??
We take a NEW Rancilio Silvia espresso machine and give it the
capability of maintaining the EXACT optimum temperature for espresso
making.
BENEFITS:
*
Consistently HIGH quality espresso shots -- what we all want!
*
Less boiler "dry out" -- it will not "cook" the water out, so
leave your unit on all day if you wish. Greater convenience! (Have you
noticed that the feature lists for $1,200+ espresso machines boast
that you can leave them on all day? Now you can too.)
*
Less power use, at $0.23 / kwh in some areas -- save a few $$$
due to less wasted heat.
*
Less thermal stress on the boiler and other parts -- unit will
last longer.
*
Less water wasted, less mineral build-up, better machine
availability. Always, ALWAYS use softened, filtered water in your
unit, and always de-scale as recommended! We use and recommend Urnex
CleanCaf in the shop, and include sample packages with every machine.
What we do for the fee:
* In the brand new Silvia, provided as part of this auction,
install and setup a precision, industrial 'PID' microcontroller to
maintain the exact temperature you set. Mounted in the center
externally as pictured. NO exposed wires, No plastic, glues or
velcro. Only the finest quality components are used.
Install a calibrated thermocouple sensor on the boiler to read
temperature, and a (totally silent) solid state switch to control
power to the heater.
*
Set up, calibrate, and check w/ accurate digital thermometer,
and assure that regulation is within +/- 1 degrees. View or change the
settings easily!
*
"Burn-in" for 48 hours, and taste-test by making actual
espresso.
ADVANTAGES:
1 We do all the work: source all the bits and pieces; install and
test.
2 This is a clean and elegant solution.
___________________________________
FAQ:
Q: Why do you set it to 220 F? I thought that the optimum brew
temp. was around 202?
A: The sensor monitors the temp. at the top of the Silvia boiler,
delivering brew water temp that is near the optimum. You are free to
experiment to your taste and preference, as there are many other
factors going into a great cup: Coffee(!) grind, tamp, water and so
on.
Q: What if I have a Silvia already and it needs repair?
A: We can repair your unit and completely tune it up, please see
my other listings for the modification. We will, of course, provide a
complete cost estimate for approval before the work starts.
Q: What about my warranty?
A: You receive a TWO year warranty on both units. We are an
approved service center.
Q: Can this installation be moved to another machine at a later
date?
A: Yes, all parts are removable and usable on another machine.
Although I have no idea why you would want to do that!
Q: What about that mounting box, is it some form of plastic? I
worry about water being splashed inside, what if I 'miss' when filling
the machine?
A: Not a chance. The box is made from rugged die-cast aluminum,
and has NO SEAMS whatever that can admit water. It is powder-coated
black and goes well with the black frame of the Silvia.
Q: What about the 'steaming' temperature? Does this control the
steam setting?
A: YES. the electronics control the steaming function -- with far
greater accuracy, of course.
Q: What about mounting the controller right inside the boiler
space? I thought that was nice.
A: No matter how you fool around with partitioning and / or
insulating it from the heat, using fans, and cutting holes, it will
still be WAY too hot for the controller to survive long in that
position. The controllers can only tolerate 140 F ambient
temperature. We do NOT offer that option.
_______________________________________________________________________________
A customer email:
Thanks David,
Just got it and it works great! Nice work getting it pimped
out, good electrical work etc, thanks
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The steamer is like a rocket engine compared to our current Silvia, so
I think I'd definitely like to send out this unit for servicing and
the same modification (all internal). I'm ready to send it. . . . "
_____________________________________________________
and perhaps the ultimate compliment:
"ciao davide.....sono contento del lavoro che hai fatto sulla mia
silvia.......grazie bruno -"
Hitechespresso: Factory trained service center for
Saeco / Gaggia
La Marzocco
Rancilio
BARATZA and others
Questions? Call Dave at: (877) 286-2833
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