Elektra is synonymous with precision and utter sophistication. It is the peak of luxury, the creme de la creme of espresso machines. With Elektra, the espresso experience begins even before you start making coffee. It's not just the superior quality of materials and the absolute guarantee of top performance time and again--it's also the attention to detail and the elegance of all aspects of its design.

The Elektra Semiautomatica SX is a semiautomatic machine from the family coffee machine range. From the beautifully crafted eagle that sits majestically on the dome of the machine to the sultry roundness of its shape, every little feature on this superb piece oozes style and elegance. It comes in a copper and brass body with bakelite handle on the portafilter. Its unique heat exchanger system allows the water to reach the exact espresso temperature so you can get the most flavor out of your espresso drinks. The durable brass boiler provides very dry steam for perfect milk frothing and the steam wand is extended so it stands further away from the boiler. The SX also features a top loading water basin for easy refill and continuous water delivery. This means you don't have to shut down the machine to refill it like hand lever models. It is also equipped with a three way solenoid valve to relieve pressure in group head when finished extracting espresso to avoid "espresso burst" while you remove the portafilter handle.

Specifications:

• Beautiful long lasting chrome finish combination
• Bakelite handle on portafilter
• Three red switches - power, coffee brew, & boiler refill
• Brass eagle situated on dome (new models with wings down to avoid breakage)
• Large, round base with 10" diameter for stability of unit on countertop
• Water level sight glass with pressure gauge
• Pump-operated to deliver water to grouphead and to refill boiler
• Heat exchanger system with proper temperature to extract the most flavorful espresso beverages
• Manual water refill switch for boiler
• Boiler pressure relief valve for safety
• Durable brass boiler that provides very dry steam for frothing milk
• Extended steam wand away from boiler
• Twist knob-controlled steam valve for quick turn ons and offs
• Three way solenoid valve to relieve pressure in grouphead when finished extracting espresso to avoid "espresso explosion" when removing the portafilter handle
• Top loading water basin for easy refill and for continuous water delivery (manual switch by operator) so machine does not have to be shut down like hand lever models
• Armour-plated, 800 watt heating element
• Automatic pressure/temperature regulator
• Operates at 110V 60 Hz
• Boiler Capacity: 67 ounce (2.0 liters) approximate
• Measurements: 23" H x 10" W x 10" D (58cm H x 26cm W x 26cm D)
• Filter basket size: 58mm
• Warranty: One year parts and labor warranty limited to manufacturer's defect handled by 1st-line Equipment LLC
• Manufactured in Italy