The Gaggia Classic has been one of the world's most popular home espresso machines since its release in 1991. Beyond its incredible value for money, its capacity to accommodate modifications is another reason that it is so well-loved.

One of the limitations of the Gaggia Classic, and most entry-level espresso machines, is the lack of direct temperature control, due to the simple, thermostat-controlled single boiler. This tried and tested PID kit addresses that issue, arming your Gaggia Classic with technology typically found in machines that are many multiples of the price.

What is a PID controller?

PID stands for proportional–integral–derivative and PID controllers are basically more sophisticated versions of thermostats. Rather than simply switching the heating element on and off when certain thresholds are reached, PID controllers can anticipate the trajectory of the temperature, and apply finer control to when the heating element goes on.

The upshot is simple: the temperature can be maintained in a much narrower range, and more precise temperature control means better, more consistent espresso!

About this PID Kit for the Gaggia Classic Pro

This kit was designed specifically for the Gaggia Classic. It works with a Classic Pro, Evo, or E24 model. You can install it yourself*  and once installed, it will maintain the temperature within ~0.5ºC of your desired setting. Even better, you can choose to adjust that temperature to experiment with that all-important brewing variable.

About the installation of the PID controller kit

At this time, we do not offer an installation service for the Presso Gaggia PID controller. If you'd like it to come fitted to your machine, you can buy it as part of this Gaggia Classic bundle. If you buy the PID kit separately, you will need to install the controller yourself, using the installation guide.

Please understand that if any issues arise with your machine as a result of the installation of a PID, this will not be covered by warranty, so we would suggest that you proceed with caution, and ideally only fit it yourself to a machine that is already out of warranty. We cannot guarantee the success of your PID kit installation or help you to troubleshoot it if it goes wrong.

Included with the Presso Gaggia PID controller kit

• PID temperature controller
  
• Installation guide

Gaggia PID controller kit features

• Specifically designed for Gaggia Classic including Pro, Evo, & E24 versions
• Keeps temperature within ~0.5ºC
• Adjustable brewing temperature
• High-accuracy temperature sensor
• Warranty: 3 month manufacturer warranty