Crema Coffee Products Puck Screen

A puck screen acts as a dispersion layer that helps distribute water evenly across the coffee bed. This prevents channeling—where water finds the path of least resistance—resulting in a more balanced, consistent extraction and a cleaner group head.

Because the screen takes up a small amount of headspace (1.7mm), you may need to slightly reduce your coffee dose to ensure your portafilter still locks in comfortably. You generally do not need to adjust your grind size, though you should monitor your shot time as extraction flow may change slightly.

After each shot, rinse the screen with hot water. For a deeper clean, you can soak it in a solution of espresso machine cleaner or backflush detergent periodically to remove any oils or fine particles trapped in the 150-micron mesh.

This puck screen is available in multiple sizes, including 58.5mm, 53.4mm, and 51mm. You should measure the inner diameter of your portafilter basket to ensure you select the correct size for a proper fit.

Yes, 150 microns is a standard and effective filtration level for espresso. It is fine enough to prevent coffee grounds from sticking to your group head shower screen while remaining porous enough to allow for consistent water flow without creating excessive backpressure.

316L stainless steel is a food-grade, high-quality alloy known for its excellent corrosion resistance and durability. It withstands the high temperatures and acidic environment of espresso brewing without imparting any metallic taste to your coffee.