{"product_id":"tough-coffee-bottomless-51mm-portafilter-3-ear","title":"Tough Coffee Bottomless 51mm Portafilter 3-Ear","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/domestic-espresso-equipment\" title=\"Buy domestic espresso gear\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehome\u003c\/a\u003e espresso enthusiasts using compact \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/espresso-machines\" title=\"Buy an espresso machine\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emachines\u003c\/a\u003e, finding high-quality gear sized for setups smaller than 58mm can be a challenge. Because virtually all precision \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/accessories\" title=\"Find all our accessories here\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eaccessories\u003c\/a\u003e were historically made for 58mm group heads, many home baristas were left without the right tools to upgrade their setups. Thankfully, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/tough-coffee\" title=\"Explore more gear from Tough\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTough Coffee\u003c\/a\u003e stepped in to fill that gap. Established in 2014, Tough Coffee crafts workflow-focused tools out of a state-of-the-art facility in Shandong, China. By collaborating closely with industry professionals, Tough Coffee offers a wide range of practical gear designed for both 58mm \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/commercial-espresso-equipment\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Find our commercial espresso gear here\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ecommercial\u003c\/a\u003e platforms and smaller domestic setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tough Coffee 3-Ear Bottomless Portafilter is engineered specifically for 51mm machines, such as the De'Longhi Dedica Series, as well as select SMEG and Saeco appliances. It features three ears (or 'wings') along its rim to slot securely into the proprietary group heads of these and similar machines. Without spouts blocking the view, this naked \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/portafilters-filter-baskets\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Browse espresso portafilters\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eportafilter\u003c\/a\u003e allows you to observe your shot in real time, making it easy to spot channeling, refine your puck prep, and pull more consistent, better-tasting espresso. The sturdy ABS handle is also detachable, allowing you to easily swap it out if required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTough Bottomless 51mm Portafilter 3-Ear features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 51mm group heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for De'Longhi Dedica Series, select SMEG and Saeco appliances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood-grade stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a single-wall double shot basket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-wing rim design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTough Bottomless 51mm Portafilter 3-Ear specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16–18g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e W 51 x L 230 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e 304 stainless steel, ABS polymer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~500g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tough","offers":[{"title":"51mm","offer_id":44268509692038,"sku":"TOUGH3EAR51MM","price":949.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0280\/5548\/files\/tough_bttmless_portafilter.jpg?v=1787234094","url":"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/products\/tough-coffee-bottomless-51mm-portafilter-3-ear","provider":"Cape Coffee Beans","version":"1.0","type":"link"}