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IKAPE Bottomless Portafilter for Sage 54mm Machines: The Ultimate Guide
As professional baristas and coffee experts, we’ve spent countless hours testing bottomless portafilters with Sage machines.
Here’s what you need to know about this eye-catching piece of kit.
Let’s start with something crucial: **patience is key** with bottomless portafilters.
While social media might show you perfect, mesmerising shots, the reality is that you’ll need to master your grind settings first.
Until then, expect what we call “spurting” – those dramatic jets of coffee shooting in various directions!
Key Features
* Vibrant, distinctive handle design
* Perfect compatibility with all Sage 54mm machines
* Premium food-grade stainless steel basket
* Spectacular visual performance (once properly dialled in)
Real-World Performance
After extensive testing in our coffee lab, we’ve discovered that these portafilters offer more than just visual appeal.
Paired with a [shot mirror](https://amzn.to/3Y3o2NP), you’ll get a fascinating view of your extraction process.
This visual feedback can reveal subtleties in your shot that might not be immediately apparent in the cup.
However, we should note an interesting debate within our team: while these visual cues are helpful for training, does it matter if you can’t taste the difference?
It’s worth considering.
Practical Tips
Until you’ve perfected your grind settings, we recommend positioning your cup close to the basket’s bottom.
Trust us – your kitchen surfaces will thank you!
About IKAPE
IKAPE (pronounced “I Capey” or simply “IK”) is a Chinese manufacturer that’s made significant waves in the coffee accessories market.
Their pricing strategy hits a sweet spot – delivering quality without venturing into diminishing returns territory.
They’ve become particularly notable in the espresso accessories sector.
Important Considerations
While IKAPE offers several 54mm bottomless portafilter options for Sage machines (all performing admirably), there’s one minor design quirk to note.
The handle can loosen during use – a common issue with aftermarket portafilters.
Our practical solution? A touch of thread locker if you’re not planning to swap handles.
Additional Context
It’s worth noting that while Sage produces bottomless portafilters for their 58mm machines, they don’t manufacture them for their 54mm range.
This makes aftermarket options like IKAPE’s particularly valuable for owners of 54mm machines seeking the bottomless experience.
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