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The
Isomac Venus espresso and cappuccino machine
fills the void between lower cost espresso
machines and the higher priced professional
grade machines. This means it is perfect for
home and small office use. While there are a
few direct competitors priced a little lower
than the Venus, this machine stands out
because of it slightly larger size and top
to bottom stainless steel construction. The
Venus is a beautiful machine to say the
least. The polished housing, chrome cup
railing on top, and the heavy-duty switches
and indicator lights make the fancy
professional grade machines look over their
shoulder.
But
Isomac did not skimp on the inside of the
machine either. A look under the hood shows
a large brass boiler, brass fittings,
stainless steel mesh protecting the water
tubing, and top grade wiring and electrical
fittings.
Okay,
so we have dazzled you with the look and the
build of the machine, but no worries, the
machine performs well too! In performance
tests the Venus did very well in both
steaming capacity (great for latte, mocha,
and cappuccino lovers) and its ability to
pull excellent espresso shots. |
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Heavy
Duty Pump System from Start to Finish
The Venus uses a 52-watt vibratory pump that
provides the exact pressures needed to
deliver perfect espresso. The lines from the
pump, to the boiler, and from the boiler to
the grouphead are all commercial grade
items, with a big, beefy piece of cast brass
helping to complete the trip. Other machines
may feel the need to advertise their BAR
rating; the Venus doesn't have to - it's a
given the machine has the power to spare.
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No Nonsense Controls
The Venus features Four commercial-grade
toggle switches with integrated indicator
lights. The power switch is on the upper
right far corner of the control panel.
The three switches on the left side of the
control panel: control the brewing, hot
water, and steaming functions of the
machine. |
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Brewing Pressure Gauge
The
pressure gauge on the front of the machine
will monitor brewing pressures to ensure you
are getting the best espresso shot.
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Straightforward Powerful Steaming
The Venus doesn't come with froth-aiders or
steaming gimmicks. Instead it features a two
hole, chrome plated, brass steam wand that
pushes out ample amounts of steam, which is
capable of getting 7 ounces of milk up to
proper temperatures in under 35 seconds.
With the Venus, you don't get gimmicks or
helpers - you get a serious, powerful
machine that helps you become a serious,
skilled Barista. |
Quality Brass Parts
Inside the Venus you see something akin to
more pro-consumer and commercial grade
machines: brass everywhere. The Venus uses a
10 brass boiler, brass lines, and chromed
brass grouphead to help maintain proper heat
distribution so crucial to producing perfect
espresso. |
Commercial Grouphead
The well-designed grouphead for the Venus
was influenced by Isomac's commercial line
of espresso machines. Solid brass and chrome
plating offer good temperature stability and
consistent shots of espresso, not to mention
durability. The filter screen evenly
disperses water over the coffee grounds for
proper extraction. |
Large 10 Brass Boiler
It features one of the biggest boilers in
the consumer marketplace - 10 ounces filled
to the rim. This has many benefits for the
consumer - better temperature stability,
quicker recycling times, and when that
boiler gets up to steaming temperatures,
you'll think you have an old style steam
locomotive in your kitchen.
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Commercial-Grade Portafilter and Filter
Baskets
The Venus ships with a heavy chrome plated
portafilter with a dual spout and two
commercial sized 58 mm filter baskets - the
exact same ones used in the Isomac
commercial line. |
Removable Water Reservoir
This machine features a 3 liter capacity
removable water reservoir that can be filled
while the machine is operating, or removed
for filling at the sink. |
Heated Cup Stacking Surface
On top of the Venus, there is a polished
stainless steel cup-stacking surface that is
heated. If you're serious about being a
skilled home barista, you will know that
having warmed cups is a prerequisite to
perfect espresso, and the Venus handles this
job effortlessly. |
Removable Drip & Cup Tray
The drip pan and cup tray are made of
stainless steel, and they are removable for
easy cleaning. |
Stainless Steel Casing
One look at the Venus' outer hull and you
know you own a serious espresso machine. No
fancy designs or accruements for the Venus -
just polished stainless steel, everywhere. |
Instant Hot Water
This machine can replace your kettle under
most circumstances with its hot water on
demand feature. Simply activate the hot
water switch and open the steam knob to get
hot water instantly. Use hot water for
making tea, Americanos, or other hot
beverages. |
Pressure Release System
Just like the commercial machines, the
Isomac Venus features a three-way solenoid
valve that instantly releases any built up
pressure in the portafilter once you
complete an espresso shot. This allows for
instant reloading of the machine for another
shot, and no mess or fuss when removing the
portafilter. |
Safety
System
The Venus is equipped with three
thermostats, including one specifically used
to prevent the boiler from overheating if
the machine is left unattended for long
periods of time. |
Accessories
Two stainless steel filter baskets for
making either single or double shots of
espresso, coffee tamper, measuring spoon,
and an instruction manual. |
Product Specifications:
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Color: Stainless steel
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Power:
1200
watts
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Size: 15.75"H x 10.25"W x
13"D
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Weight:
27
pounds
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Body Material: Stainless
steel
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Warranty: One year parts/labor
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Origin:
Italy
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