LELIT Kate PL82T espresso machine with integrated grinder

A 'Made in Italy' combined espresso machine in 58mm

The manual espresso machine Lelit Kate PL82T stands out as the unique model with integrated grinder within the "VIP Line" range.

This range brings together coffee machines with vintage design and elegant brushed stainless steel body, the famous LCC electronic system (Lelit Control Center) to fine-tune your extraction settings but also the "Coffee Slide" portafilter exclusive to Lelit.

The Lelit Kate PL82T features a brass boiler of 300ml. Furthermore, its 58mm brass brew group, its integrated grinder with micrometric adjustments and the settings available on the LCC will allow you to achieve good results in the cup.

The Lelit Kate perfectly combines aesthetic appeal and essential features for a successful espresso.

This combined manual espresso machine will be perfectly suited for coffee enthusiasts with limited space to accommodate a high-performance machine and an independent grinder. It will also allow you to make Latte Art thanks to its stainless steel steam wand. 

All LELIT espresso machines are Made in Italy with materials from Italy or Europe.

Each LELIT espresso machine (regardless of range: evolutive or semi-pro), also undergoes a double test on the production line before being carefully packaged.

The high-end components of this Lelit PL82T coffee machine

The brushed stainless steel body of the Lelit Kate PL82T gives it true elegance.

The 58mm diameter brew group (like professional machines) and the brass portafilter are of excellent quality and ensure good thermal stability.

In addition, the "Coffee Slide"Lelit's specific inclined design, with its slide-shaped spouts, is an excellent feature of Lelit machines. It facilitates the creation of a beautiful crema while providing good visibility on your espresso extraction. The shape of this portafilter allows for perfect flat tamping, without risking damage to the spouts.

The brass boiler, with a capacity of 300ml, ensures a stable water temperature to optimize coffee extraction.

A stainless steel semi-professional multidirectional steam wand to create successful milk foam and practice Latte Art like a true Barista!

The manometer backlit located on the front panel indicates the pressure during your espresso extraction.

The LCC (Lelit Control Center) accessible via the digital screen allows you to: adjust the extraction temperature (PID) and the steam temperature, program the pre-infusion duration, have a timer to control the extraction time, activate standby (in accordance with European standards), adjust the grinder doses (by modifying the grinding time).

Its ease of use and integrated grinder

This machine is equipped with 3 backlit stainless steel buttons with pictograms readable at a glance.

One button for a single cup, one button for two cups and one button for hot water. Steam is activated by turning the side knob.

The integrated grinder has conical burrs in reinforced steel of 38 mm. Specially designed for the Lelit PL82T, it offers micrometric adjustments perfectly suited for espresso, accompanied by a 250g capacity hopper.

The grinder can dispense grind on demand (by simply pressing the portafilter) or by configuring your doses via the LCC system.

Factory settings are 6 seconds for a single dose and 12 seconds for two doses. Grinding time is adjustable from 2 to 20 seconds.

The preheating time remains quite fast (about 10 minutes for a first espresso), but we recommend waiting 20 minutes to allow the brass portafilter to reach the right temperature for a perfect espresso!

The design has been well thought out with a drip tray that is very easy to remove for emptying and cleaning.

Eco mode: this machine automatically goes into standby after a period of inactivity.

The LCC screen represents the 'brain' of the Lelit Kate: it constantly displays the machine status and essential data related to your coffee extraction. It's up to you to determine the settings that suit you to achieve an optimal result in the cup.

The Backflush function for deep cleaning

The Lelit Kate PL82T integrates a 3-way solenoid valves which allows to evacuate the excess water present in the portafilter at the end of extraction and to protect the machine against overpressures.

This also means that you can perform a Backflush (deep cleaning) of your machine, using the blind filter and a specialized espresso machine cleaning product.

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

For the record, Lelit named this espresso machine "Kate" in homage to legendary American actress Katharine Hepburn.

Accessories supplied with the Lelit PL82T espresso machine

2-spout "Coffee Slide" brass portafilter (58mm), Single 1-cup filter, Single 2-cup filter, Blind filter, ABS tamper and dosing spoon, one Lelit water filter cartridge.

A cup warmer to preheat your cups and avoid thermal shock during extraction.

A drip tray with an all-stainless steel grid.

The Lelit Kate PL82T also allows you to extract your coffee into a mug, as the brew group is higher than on the "50s Line" models.

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