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- Fresh Design - The Appartamento TCA is a ground-up redesign from the original Appartamento, including an upgraded case, frame, brew group, control board, and touchpoints like knobs and portafilters.
- Temperature Control - A unique hybrid PID design allows you to adjust brew temperature with 4 selectable boiler pressures—from 0.9 to 1.2 Bars—with no additional screens or buttons.
- Optional Standby Mode - A selectable 30-minute 'eco-mode' allows you to save on energy costs when your machine is not in use.
- Indicator Light - A new RGB-style indicator light offers at-a-glance visibility to alerts and warnings like water level, heating status, and more.
- Finish Options - The TCA is available in black or stainless case finishes with white, black, or copper side panel inserts.
- Made In Italy - Each Rocket Espresso machine is handcrafted in Milan, Italy.
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Overview
Refresh your your home bar with the Rocket Espresso Appartamento TCA Espresso Machine. A ground-up redesign of the fan-favorite Appartamento, the TCA adds a new...just about everything to its namesake. At its core, the TCA brings a hint of modernity with an integrated 4-setting temperature control system to improve cup quality. This special temperature adjustment is actuated with the brew lever, removing the need for any screens, buttons, or switches to detract from its show-stopping design. Also new to the TCA: an upgraded stainless steel frame, new case design, updated knobs and portafilter, and an integrated cup rail. These changes combine to make the Appartamento TCA a worthwhile addition to your coffee setup.
Skill Level
Intermediate
For the daily barista looking for finer shot controls and higher machine quality.
Programming
Moderate
Espresso programming adds consistency to every drink you make.
Size
Mid-Size
8-12" Width.
Temp Control
Heat Exchanger
Flash-heated brew water and a large steam boiler lets you brew and steam simultaneously.
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| Customer Rating |
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| Price | $2,150.00 | $1,650.00 | $1,749.00 |
| Attributes | |||
| Skill Level | Intermediate | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Programmability | Moderate | Manual | Manual |
| Size | Mid-Size | Mid-Size | Mid-Size |
| Temp Control | Heat Exchanger | Heat Exchanger | Heat Exchanger |
| Dimensions | |||
| Width | 10.7 inches | 10.5 inches | 11 inches |
| Height | 14 inches | 14.25 inches | 14.5 inches |
| Depth | 17.6 inches | 17 inches | 17.75 inches |
| Material | |||
| Exterior Material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Case Material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | |
| Power | |||
| Amps | 15A | 15A | 15A |
| Auto On | No | No | No |
| Auto Shut Off | Yes | ||
| Cup Clearance | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 4 inches |
| Cup Warmer | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Pre-Infusion/Aroma | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Reservoir Size | 2.5L | 2.5L | 3L |
| Solenoid Valve | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Warm Up: Brew Time | 20 minutes | 20 minutes | 13:30 minutes |
| Warranty | 3 Year Manufacturer Warranty | 3 Year Manufacturer Warranty | 2 Year Manufacturer Warranty |
| Water Source | Reservoir/Internal Tank | Reservoir/Internal Tank | Reservoir/Internal Tank |
| Cup Clearance | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches | 4 inches |
| Pod Friendly | No | No | No |
| Portafilter Size | 58mm | 58mm | 58mm |
Rocket Espresso produces hand built espresso machines featuring classic elements of Italian design. With heated E61 groupheads that ensure even extraction, to elements like rotary pumps and PID controllers, Rocket Espresso machines are some of the most sophisticated on the market. These machines represent the closest you can get to bringing the Italian cafe to your countertop.
Shop Rocket Espresso
- Manufacturer: Rocket Espresso
- Skill Level: Intermediate
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Dimensions:
- Width: 10.7 inches
- Height: 14 inches
- Depth: 17.6 inches
- Shipping Weight: 65 lbs
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Materials:
- Exterior: Stainless Steel
- Case: Stainless Steel
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Power:
- Amps: 15A
- Wattage: 1350W
- Voltage: 120V
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Boiler:
- Volume: 1.8L
- Auto On: No
- Auto Shut Off: Yes
- Certified to NSF/ANSI Standards: No
- Cup Warmer: Yes
- Pre-Infusion/Aroma: Yes
- Reservoir Size: 2.5L
- Solenoid Valve: Yes
- Warm Up: Brew Time: 20 minutes
- Warranty: 3 Year Manufacturer Warranty
- Water Sources: Reservoir/Internal Tank
- Cup Clearance: 3.5 inches
- Pod Friendly: No
- Portafilter Size: 58mm