flair 58

As the flair 58 ( size of portafilter) has not yet released any physical dimensions, by estimating from photo

dimension:

14L x 7.5W x 11.5H (lever down) 24.25H (lever up)

the size is not too much bigger than original flair ( 46 mm portafilter), with similar height, but ~ 1 inch deeper. it also requires ~ 2 inch more (deeper) desk space.

the (pivot to piston) to (pivot to handle) is increased from 9 to 12 times or more, and seems to require bigger up-down swing motion. It seems you need to use pushing force of both hands

This time, it is using a portafilter with 58 mm basket, and needs external electric jacket to maintain the brew temperature. good news is that you can change it with your preferred basket or portafilter or shower screen or tamper.

so this definitely limits the use-abilty:

what happens you couldn't find electricity nearby, or when you travel, you will need to find a 110/220V electricity convertor. ( any time, any where no more )

overall, this flair 58 lost the clean, attractive curvy shape of the previous versions, and the heater ( which looks like the electric blanket control to me) should not be freely dangling around the nice body shape. Just like an after thought to me. There should be plenty of space around the beefed up base bracket. 

7 Apr

sales is now launched, for US only. USD529.