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  • michaelmb45 commented on the thread Profitec Pro500.
    A standard 58mm will work, or you can go a precision 58.5mm for a snug fit. On I side note I highly recommend upgrading to a precision...
  • I use a wemo on my Profitech pro 500 HX machine and it is great! It he remote access and IFTTT is an added benefit which I use...
  • I strongly believe in the hype, a VST made a huge difference to my shot quality. There was a noticeable difference in the consistency...
  • michaelmb45 commented on the thread OCD coffee tool.
    Thanks for making those videos! The results reflect exactly what I found when testing grounds distributed using scrapers or just tamping...
  • michaelmb45 commented on the thread Profitec Pro500.
    I'm glad the adjustment worked out for the better, and it means I'm not going mad about not needing a massive cooling flush before use...
  • michaelmb45 commented on the thread Profitec Pro500.
    I have been playing a bit more with shot timing leaving all other variables consistent, and I am definitely leaning towards the shorter...
  • michaelmb45 commented on the thread Profitec Pro500.
    My boiler pressure sits around the bottom of the green mark when using steam. If I am using a large jug it can fall below the green, but...
  • michaelmb45 commented on the thread Profitec Pro500.
    Also I checked my boiler pressure. The element switches off at 1.2 bar and switches back on at 1 bar. So I am running a bit lower boiler...
  • michaelmb45 commented on the thread Profitec Pro500.
    This is the VST 22g in action. Still a little fast I am thinking.
  • michaelmb45 commented on the thread Latte art...gone bad!.
    This is my kind of thread!!! Finally my latte art will be worthy of a photo [emoji85]
  • michaelmb45 commented on the thread Profitec Pro500.
    That's great data! I don't have a temperature gauge so it is possible I am fluctuating a few degrees also as all my judgement is visual...
  • michaelmb45 commented on the thread Profitec Pro500.
    Here is one of the explanations I was referring to. From what I have been told the PRO500 will run hot straight out of Italy however the...
  • michaelmb45 commented on the thread Profitec Pro500.
    I look foreword to seeing the results as I am seeing lots of chatter about the setup in different geographical locations and varying...
  • michaelmb45 commented on the thread Profitec Pro500.
    I will try and dig up an article I was reading which tried to explain why it doesn't super heat. I would try and explain it but I am...
  • michaelmb45 commented on the thread Profitec Pro500.
    With the way I use my machine it is warmed for 30-40 min then I pour my shots, so I don't really leave it idle for hours. By habit I...
  • michaelmb45 commented on the thread Profitec Pro500.
    I have actually dropped my dose to 19 grams since the last post and am getting better results, so I may drop it a little more. As for...
  • michaelmb45 commented on the thread Heat exchanger machine question.
    Hi otterolly My HX machine I use a timer to come on 30 min before I get up and it stays on for a few hours for the morning rush. If I...
  • michaelmb45 commented on the thread Profitec Pro500.
    Awesome thanks, at the moment I am over 10 seconds so I need to make some adjustment to my prep [emoji106]
  • michaelmb45 commented on the thread Profitec Pro500.
    Sorry I should have been clearer with my terminology, when I said dwell time I meant the time from the pump coming on to the fist drop...
  • michaelmb45 commented on the thread Profitec Pro500.
    That's good to hear about the VST I just ordered a couple [emoji5] I got a 18 and a 20g VST to couple with my naked to try some...
  • michaelmb45 commented on the thread Profitec Pro500.
    I thought I would give an update on my pro 500. My shot quality is getting better and better as I get used to the machine! I am finding...
  • michaelmb45 commented on the thread Profitec Pro500.
    Thanks that definitely helps. It sounds like I may need to expand my espresso coffee machine collection
  • michaelmb45 commented on the thread Profitec Pro500.
    I have been looking at the pro 700 It is good to hear so much positive about the machine on the forums. My experience with DB systems is...
  • michaelmb45 commented on the thread Profitec Pro500.
    Hi all, I own a Profitech pro 500 coupled with a Compak K3 touch advanced grinder and I really love it! The build quality is fantastic...