{"product_id":"ascaso-steel-uno-programmable-espresso-machine-w-pid-controller-single-thermoblock-120v-inox","title":"Ascaso Steel UNO Programmable Espresso Machine w\/PID Controller, Single Thermoblock, 120V (Inox)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Ascaso Steel UNO in Inox is brushed stainless throughout, the finish that wears in instead of wears out. Single thermoblock, PID temperature control, real 58mm portafilter, and a vintage-industrial body that holds up in a daily-use kitchen. Built in Barcelona, quiet enough for early mornings, and roughly the size of a stand mixer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle thermoblock with PID temperature control.\u003c\/strong\u003e Adjustable in one-degree increments, which is the part that matters: this isn't a \"hot enough, good enough\" machine, it's one you can dial in for the bean you're brewing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal 58mm commercial portafilter.\u003c\/strong\u003e Walnut handle, professional baskets in traditional and pressurized sizes, ESE pod compatible without an adapter. The portafilter is the part most home machines compromise on; the UNO doesn't.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolumetric programming.\u003c\/strong\u003e Set single, double, and pre-infusion times once and the machine repeats them. Useful when more than one person in the house pulls shots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiet enough for early mornings.\u003c\/strong\u003e Customers consistently flag this; the UNO runs noticeably quieter than most home machines in this price band.\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 Single thermoblock (aluminum, stainless-steel-lined)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature control:\u003c\/strong\u003e PID, adjustable in one-degree increments\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\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReservoir:\u003c\/strong\u003e 67 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 1050W \/ 120V\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCup clearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 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\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 thermoblock and group\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn the box:\u003c\/strong\u003e Five baskets (2 traditional, 2 pressurized, 1 ESE), stainless tamper, blank basket for backflushing, walnut wood portafilter handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSetup and care notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UNO is single-thermoblock, which means you'll switch between brew and steam temperatures, not run both at once. For a single drink at a time it's seamless; for cappuccinos for two it adds about 30 seconds between shot and steam. Backflushing weekly with the blank basket keeps the group head clean. Residential-rated only; not approved for cafe duty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for, who it isn't\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt fits the home barista who pulls one or two drinks at a time, wants real PID control and a real 58mm portafilter, and isn't going to use the parallel brew-and-steam workflow that justifies a dual-thermoblock machine. It's the right entry into Ascaso's lineup. It's not the right pick if the household routinely makes back-to-back milk drinks; for that, step up to the Steel DUO.\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\/ZAK0vpFeRvE\" 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\/O8ieWR7kBrY\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTrying to decide between the Steel UNO and Steel DUO? Our home espresso machine buyer guide breaks down where the workflow difference actually matters.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Espresso Parts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53577462448420,"sku":"ASCUNOPIDINOX","price":1785.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/8026\/0900\/files\/uno-inox-frt.jpg?v=1777655261","url":"https:\/\/www.thecoffeemachine.com\/products\/ascaso-steel-uno-programmable-espresso-machine-w-pid-controller-single-thermoblock-120v-inox","provider":"The Coffee Machine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}