{"product_id":"ascaso-steel-duo-pid-espresso-machine-dual-thermoblock-programmable-120v-white","title":"Ascaso Steel DUO PID Espresso Machine – Dual Thermoblock, Programmable, 120V (White)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Ascaso Steel DUO is the dual-thermoblock home espresso machine for the serious home barista who isn't ready (or doesn't need) to step into DUO PLUS territory. The white finish keeps it bright in a kitchen that already runs light, and the walnut portafilter handle adds the warmth that pure white machines usually miss. Steam milk and pull a shot in parallel, dial in temperature with PID, and run a 58mm commercial portafilter, all in a footprint that's about the size of a tall stand mixer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo thermoblocks, one workflow.\u003c\/strong\u003e Dedicated boilers for brew and steam mean simultaneous operation; pull a shot and steam milk for the second drink without waiting for the machine to recover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePID temperature control in one-degree increments.\u003c\/strong\u003e Dial in temperature for the bean you're using. A natural Ethiopian wants different numbers than a washed Brazilian, and the Steel DUO gives you that resolution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal 58mm commercial portafilter.\u003c\/strong\u003e Walnut handle, professional baskets in 7g, 14g, and 18g, plus pressurized options for pre-ground. Shipped with everything you need to brew the first shot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt to use less power.\u003c\/strong\u003e Thermoblock design draws roughly half the energy of a traditional boiler machine and runs limescale-resistant by design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoiler design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual thermoblock (aluminum, stainless-steel-lined)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature control:\u003c\/strong\u003e PID, adjustable per circuit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePortafilter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 58mm commercial; bottomless, pressurized, non-pressurized, and ESE pod compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProgramming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single shot, double shot, pre-infusion, auto-standby\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePump:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vibration pump with adjustable OPV and analog pressure gauge\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReservoir:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarm-up to brew:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 min 30 sec\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWattage \/ voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2100W \/ 120V\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlug:\u003c\/strong\u003e NEMA 5-20 (20-amp circuit; adapter included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCord length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11 1\/8 W (with knob) x 12.5 D (17 with portafilter) x 15 H in\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCup clearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody \/ boiler:\u003c\/strong\u003e Powder-coated carbon steel and polished stainless \/ stainless-steel-lined aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater circuit:\u003c\/strong\u003e AISI 316 food-safe stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuto shut off:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePod compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes (no adapter needed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 months full coverage; 5 years on thermoblocks and groups\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn the box:\u003c\/strong\u003e Five baskets (traditional 7g, 14g, 18g, pressurized 7g, 14g), ESE capsule holder, backflush disc, stainless shower screen, aluminum tamper, double portafilter with walnut handle, gum filter holder gasket, single steam tip, coffee scoop, shower brush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSetup and care notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DUO is residential-rated, not commercial; running it in a cafe setting voids the warranty and isn't safe for the duty cycle. Plan placement around the NEMA 5-20 plug; the included adapter handles a standard 15-amp outlet, but a dedicated 20-amp circuit is the cleaner long-term answer. Warm-up takes about three and a half minutes. Backflushing weekly with the included blank basket keeps the group head clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for, who it isn't\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt fits the home barista who's outgrown a single-boiler machine and wants two-circuit performance without stepping up to the DUO PLUS price. It's the right pick if the joystick steam wand and competition shower screen on the PLUS aren't features you'll miss. It's not the right pick for someone who wants a one-button super-automatic; the DUO rewards dialing in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSee it in action\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MB6AjKWg1OQ\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Pj1BYE8Sb18?si=aBKDqFIKouKd-NSN\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eComparing Ascaso models? Our home espresso machine buyer guide walks through where the Steel DUO sits next to the DUO PLUS, UNO, and Dream PID.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Espresso Parts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53577462513956,"sku":"ASCDUOPIDWHITE","price":2095.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/8026\/0900\/files\/duo-white_frt_ebbefb26-c83a-405d-b4b1-274d6c4e28f6.jpg?v=1777655260","url":"https:\/\/www.thecoffeemachine.com\/products\/ascaso-steel-duo-pid-espresso-machine-dual-thermoblock-programmable-120v-white","provider":"The Coffee Machine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}