Description
Commercial performance, independent group control and serious thermal stability.
The Ascaso Barista T Plus is a professional multi-group espresso machine designed for cafés, restaurants, hotels and hospitality environments that need consistent espresso quality, powerful steam performance and greater control over energy use.
Each coffee group is independently heated and controlled, allowing the machine to deliver precise brewing temperatures while using power only where it is needed. A large insulated steam boiler, high-performance rotary pump, programmable pre-infusion and volumetric dosing support a fast, repeatable workflow during demanding commercial service.
Independent Multi-Group Technology
Each brewing group operates independently, allowing individual groups to be switched on or off according to service demand. This gives the barista greater flexibility while helping reduce unnecessary energy consumption during slower periods.
High-Precision PID Temperature Control
The Barista T Plus uses electronic PID temperature management for both coffee and steam. Coffee temperature can be controlled with 0.1°C precision, giving the barista accurate control over extraction conditions throughout the day.
Thermal Stability of ±0.5°C
Ascaso specifies thermal stability of approximately ±0.5°C, helping maintain consistent brewing temperatures during professional service.
Dynamic Preheating for Each Group
Dynamic preheating helps condition incoming water before it reaches the coffee group, supporting stable extraction temperature even during repeated brewing.
100% Adjustable Pre-Infusion
Pre-infusion can be adjusted with 0.1-second precision, allowing the barista to control the initial saturation phase of the espresso puck and adapt recipes to different coffees and roast profiles.
Volumetric Dosing
Programmable volumetric dosing allows consistent beverage volumes to be repeated from one extraction to the next, helping improve workflow and reduce variation between baristas.
8.5 L Steam Boiler
Both the 2-group and 3-group versions use an 8.5 L steam boiler, providing substantial steam capacity for cappuccino, latte and other milk-based beverages during busy service.
Powerful Joystick Steam Controls
Professional joystick-style steam controls provide fast, intuitive access to steam without requiring repeated rotation of traditional valve knobs.
High-Performance Rotary Pump
A commercial rotary pump and motor provide the water delivery and pressure stability required for consistent professional espresso preparation.
Dual Pressure Gauge
A dual-reading gauge allows the barista to monitor both pump and boiler pressure in real time during operation.
Digital Multifunction Display
The integrated digital display provides access to temperature, machine settings and operational information while keeping the workflow clear and efficient.
Active Cup Warmer
The active cup-warming surface keeps espresso cups ready for service and helps prevent cold porcelain from immediately reducing beverage temperature.
Barista Work-Area Lighting
Integrated lighting illuminates the working area beneath the groups, improving visibility of the cup and extraction during service.
Energy-Efficient Commercial Architecture
Ascaso states that its multi-group thermodynamic system can reduce energy consumption by approximately 50% compared with traditional single-boiler commercial espresso machines and approximately 25% compared with other multi-boiler systems.
Built for Professional Service
Stainless-steel heating components, insulated groups, an insulated steam boiler, electronic auto-fill and independent safety systems make the Barista T Plus a serious platform for demanding commercial coffee operations.
Key Features
- Commercial multi-group espresso machine
- Available in 2-group and 3-group configurations
- Independent coffee groups
- PID coffee temperature control
- PID steam temperature control
- Thermal stability of approximately ±0.5°C
- Dynamic preheating for each coffee group
- 100% adjustable pre-infusion
- 0.1-second pre-infusion precision
- Volumetric dosing
- 8.5 L steam boiler
- Commercial rotary pump
- Joystick steam controls
- Dual pump / boiler pressure gauge
- Digital multifunction display
- Electronic automatic boiler level
- Active cup warmer
- Barista work-area lighting
- Independent group safety switches
- Adjustable feet
- Stainless-steel filter holders
- ETL certified to Canadian standards
Technical Specifications – 2 Group
- Brand: Ascaso
- Model: Barista T Plus
- Configuration: 2 Group
- Application: Commercial
- Dimensions: 28 × 19 × 21 in
- Weight: 157 lb
- Steam Boiler Capacity: 8.5 L
- Coffee Group Power: 1000 W × 2
- Electrical Supply: 220 V
- Frequency: 50/60 Hz
- Current: 25 A
- Total Rated Power: 5719 W
- Steam Wands: 2
- Hot Water Outlet: 1
- Maximum Cup Height – Standard: 3.5 in
- Maximum Cup Height – Raised: 4.75 in
- Rotary Pump: Yes
- Volumetric Dosing: Yes
- PID Coffee Control: Yes
- PID Steam Control: Yes
- Pre-Infusion: Fully Adjustable
- Barista Lights: Yes
- Active Cup Warmer: Yes
- Joystick Valves: Yes
- Stainless-Steel Filter Holders: 3 total — 1 single and 2 double
Technical Specifications – 3 Group
- Brand: Ascaso
- Model: Barista T Plus
- Configuration: 3 Group
- Application: Commercial
- Dimensions: 36 × 19 × 21 in
- Weight: 205 lb
- Steam Boiler Capacity: 8.5 L
- Coffee Group Power: 1000 W × 3
- Electrical Supply: 220 V
- Frequency: 50/60 Hz
- Current: 30 A
- Total Rated Power: 6896 W
- Steam Wands: 2
- Hot Water Outlet: 1
- Maximum Cup Height – Standard: 3.5 in
- Maximum Cup Height – Raised: 4.75 in
- Rotary Pump: Yes
- Volumetric Dosing: Yes
- PID Coffee Control: Yes
- PID Steam Control: Yes
- Pre-Infusion: Fully Adjustable
- Barista Lights: Yes
- Active Cup Warmer: Yes
- Joystick Valves: Yes
- Stainless-Steel Filter Holders: 4 total — 1 single and 3 double
Available Configurations
- 2 Group Black
- 3 Group Black
- 2 Group White
Ideal For
- Specialty cafés
- High-volume coffee shops
- Restaurants
- Hotels
- Bakeries
- Corporate hospitality
- Multi-barista environments
- Businesses prioritizing energy efficiency
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the Ascaso Barista T Plus a commercial machine?
Yes. It is designed for professional multi-barista and high-volume commercial coffee service.
2. Is it available as a 2-group and 3-group machine?
Yes. Café Liégeois currently lists both 2-group and 3-group configurations.
3. Does each group have independent temperature control?
Yes. The groups are independently controlled, allowing the machine to manage temperature and power usage by group.
4. Does it have PID temperature control?
Yes. Both coffee and steam temperatures are managed electronically using PID control.
5. What is the thermal stability?
Ascaso Canada specifies thermal stability of approximately ±0.5°C.
6. Can I adjust pre-infusion?
Yes. Pre-infusion is fully adjustable with 0.1-second precision.
7. Does it have volumetric dosing?
Yes. Programmable volumetric dosing is included for consistent beverage volumes.
8. How large is the steam boiler?
Both the 2-group and 3-group versions use an 8.5 L steam boiler.
9. How many steam wands does it have?
Both 2-group and 3-group configurations include two steam wands.
10. Does it use joystick steam controls?
Yes. Professional joystick-style valves are standard.
11. Does it have a rotary pump?
Yes. It uses a commercial high-performance rotary pump and motor.
12. Can individual groups be turned off?
Yes. Each group can be managed independently, allowing unused groups to be switched off when demand is lower.
13. Does it have cup warmers?
Yes. An active cup-warming surface is included.
14. Does it illuminate the work area?
Yes. Integrated barista lighting improves visibility beneath the coffee groups.
15. What electrical service does the 2-group version require?
The current Canadian specification is 220 V, 25 A, with a rated power of 5719 W.
16. What electrical service does the 3-group version require?
The current Canadian specification is 220 V, 30 A, with a rated power of 6896 W.
17. Is the machine energy efficient?
Yes. Ascaso states that its system can consume approximately 50% less energy than a traditional commercial single-boiler machine and approximately 25% less than other multi-boiler systems.
18. Is it certified for Canada?
Yes. Ascaso Canada states that the machine is ETL certified to Canadian standards.
19. Does it need a direct water connection?
Yes. This is professional commercial equipment and should be installed with an appropriate filtered water supply and drain according to Ascaso installation requirements.
20. Which configuration should I choose?
The 2-group version suits most medium- to high-volume specialty cafés and restaurants. The 3-group version is better suited to locations where multiple baristas need to pull espresso simultaneously during sustained peak periods.
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