LELIT Bianca Espresso Machine PL162T-EU

A modernized Lelit Bianca PL162T

The manual espresso machine Lelit Bianca PL162T-EU is part of Lelit's "PRO LINE" range, designed for the experienced barista.

It takes all the basics from the previous version with its beautiful bodywork and double boiler in stainless steel, its wooden finishes and the L58E group coupled with a heat exchanger.

The L58E extraction group from Lelit is based on the famous E61 group. Some internal parts have been redesigned by Lelit and assembled differently for better performance. This name change (L58E) is to ensure that customers do not make modifications or repairs with standard E61 spare parts on their Lelit machines, which might not work or could damage the L58E group.

The new version of the Lelit Bianca gives you the possibility to go even further in your extraction settings, thanks to the new options available in the Lelit Control Center.

This manual espresso machine will also allow you to make Latte Art thanks to its "Cool Touch" semi-professional steam wand in stainless steel.

Its 58 mm brass extraction group places it in the semi-professional espresso machine group, as it will need to be paired with a suitable espresso grinder to get good results in the cup.

All LELIT espresso machines are made in Italy with materials from Italy or Europe. Every LELIT espresso machine (regardless of the range: evolutive or semi-pro) is also tested twice on the production line before being carefully boxed.

Lelit Control Center (LCC) Functions on the Lelit Bianca PL162T-EU

This alternative does not provide the same control as the paddle, but it does so automatically, in an identical manner with each use. Once the ideal profile is discovered and saved, you can replicate it systematically. With the new LCC system, you can:

- Adjust the temperature of the extracted coffee.

- Adjust the temperature of the dispensed steam.

- Enable/disable the steam boiler.

- Choose the temperature measurement unit.

- Program pre-infusion times.

- Program low flow (Low Flow) times.

- Enable/disable standby mode.

- Count partial and total doses.

- Time the extraction duration

The machine automatically goes into standby after 30 minutes of inactivity

The function Brew Temp off set : Allows you to increase or decrease the coffee boiler temperature during extraction, by adjusting the temperature of the water coming out of the group.

Other Features of the Lelit Bianca PL162T-EU

A professional 58 mm diameter extraction group and a very high quality brass portafilter guaranteeing excellent thermal stability.

The "Coffee Slide" angled portafilter exclusive to Lelit, with its slide-shaped spouts, facilitates the formation of a beautiful crema while providing good visibility on your espresso extraction. The shape of this portafilter allows for perfectly flat tamping, without damaging the spouts.

The multidirectional stainless steel semi-professional steam wand to perfect your milk foam and practice Latte Art. Thanks to its "Cool Touch" system, there is no risk of burns when touching the wand.

The dedicated hot water tap to lengthen your morning coffee.

Furthermore, the steam wand and tap have been redesigned so as not to touch the machine body and prevent scratches.

The front panel pressure gauge indicating pump pressure and steam pressure, as well as the extraction group pressure gauge.

A removable water reservoir with a generous capacity of 2.5 L that can be positioned on the side of the machine.

A cup warmer equipped with a stainless steel grid to preheat your cups and avoid any thermal shock during extraction.

A water recovery tray and an all-stainless steel grid.

A cup riser in stainless steel is provided for small espresso cups.

The Lelit Bianca PL162T-EU is equipped with a 3-way solenoid valves that allows to evacuate the excess water in the portafilter at the end of the extraction and protect the machine in case of overpressure.

The heating time is fasterrapide on this new model (approximately 20 minutes).

This espresso machine can be connected to the water network (kit supplied).

Accessories supplied with the Lelit Bianca PL162T-EU

Steel tamper

Coffee measuring spoon

Blind filter

70 l filter cartridge

Brush for cleaning the group

Maintenance products

Complete brass portafilter (with Coffee Slide and wooden handle)

IMS 304 stainless steel filters: Single filter 1 cup (9 to 11 g), Single filter 2 cups (14 to 18 g), Single filter 2 cups PLUS (18 to 21 g)

1 bottomless brass portafilter (wooden handle)

Cup riser

Microfiber cloth

1 additional tip for the steam wand

Accessories for connection to the water network (video to connect the Lelit Bianca to the water network)

A coffee with my Lelit Bianca (video and blog - Previous version of the machine)

The Backflush function for deep maintenance

With its 3-way solenoid valve, The Lelit Bianca PL162T-EU allows you to do a Backflush (deep cleaning) to clean your machine, using the blind filter and a specialized detergent.

Find our blog article: How to maintain your manual espresso machine.

Note: For machines connected to the water network, it is highly recommended to use a water softening and filtration kit (as for a professional espresso machine). This kit is essential to ensure that the water is safe for your machine and will offer a better taste to your espresso. If the water is not filtered, you risk damaging your machine in the long run and having the warranty cancelled by the brand, for lack of maintenance.

Machine reference: PL162T-EU