Cime Professional Traditional Espresso Machines

On a traditional espresso machine, the word "automatic" often doesn't mean the bean is ground internally, but rather that the water amount passing through the portafilter group is electronically ended. On Cime machines, coffee is prepared in a separate grinder, dosed into the portafilter, distributed, and tamped by the barista. The machine manages water temperature, pressure, steam, and the programmed espresso portion.

Cime is an Italy-based manufacturer that developed its first espresso machine in 2012 and now operates within the Ryoma Group. Its current official product program includes the Luna SB-20 Timer, CO-03 Neo, and Saturno MB-60. The selection on Mutfak10 covers single, two, or three-group traditional espresso machines in the Luna, Neo, Venere, and Saturno series.

How Do Single Boiler and Multiboiler Systems Differ?

In single-boiler professional machines, the main boiler produces steam and hot water; espresso brewing water is carried to the groups through heat exchangers inside the boiler. This structure offers a traditional and widespread working arrangement in restaurants, hotels, and medium-to-high-volume coffee bars.

In a multiboiler system, temperature control for espresso groups can be managed more independently from the main steam boiler. Cime uses systems where each boiler's temperature can be individually adjusted at a tenth-of-a-degree level for different coffees and precise recipes.

The current two-group configuration of the Saturno MB-60 has a roughly eight-liter main boiler along with two one-liter coffee boilers. This structure is geared toward combining separate temperature targets across groups with intensive steam production.

Which Coffee Bars Does the Saturno MB-60 Suit?

The Saturno MB-60 is a two-group multiboiler espresso machine. With a body of roughly 80 x 60 x 46 centimeters, a weight of 71 kilograms, and a 4.7-5 kW electrical class, it requires high-volume professional bar infrastructure.

The two one-liter coffee boilers can help manage each group's espresso temperature separately. It's possible to repeat the same coffee recipe on both groups or offer different roasts at separate temperatures.

A multiboiler structure doesn't fix incorrect grinding, uneven dosing, or a tilted tamp. The barista should verify espresso gram amount, time, and temperature recipe for each group with a scale.

The two- and three-group Saturno product names on Mutfak10 may not show the exact same production period or hardware as the current official MB-60 technical structure. The exact model code, boiler architecture, and electrical value should be confirmed in the quote.

Single, Two, and Three-Group Options With CO-03 Neo

The CO-03 Neo is offered in single, two, and three-group automatic portion configurations. The single-group model, with a roughly five-liter boiler, 53-centimeter width, and 1.8-2.2 kW power, is geared toward compact service points.

The two-group Neo is in the roughly 11.5-liter boiler and 74-centimeter width class; the three-group model is in the roughly 18-liter boiler and 95-centimeter width class. As group count increases, the portafilters that can be prepared simultaneously, barista working space, and electrical requirements all grow.

An adjustable tray option adaptable to three different cup heights, 80, 110, and 140 millimeters, may be available for the Neo. Espresso cups, latte glasses, and paper service vessels can be positioned at different heights on the same machine.

The adjustable tray can help reduce splashing with a small cup and outlet-distance issues with a tall cup. This hardware isn't standard on all deliveries; it should be confirmed from the product code.

Compact Traditional Service With Luna SB-20 Timer

The Luna SB-20 Timer is a traditional espresso platform with single and two-group options. The single-group model, at roughly 45 x 57 x 45 centimeters with a five-liter boiler and 1.8-2.2 kW power, is geared toward small restaurants, coffee corners, and low-to-medium volume service points.

The two-group Luna is in the roughly 11.5-liter boiler, 86-centimeter width, and 3-3.4 kW power class. The barista can work on two groups simultaneously; actual capacity is determined together with grinder, milk, and portafilter prep.

The digital shot timer makes espresso flow time visible. Similar duration alone doesn't guarantee the same cup result. Coffee dose and the beverage's weight in the cup should also be measured.

The safe steam wand can help limit outer-surface temperature. The steam tip and emitted steam are still at high temperature; the wand should be wiped and purged after every milk process.

Cime Group Technologies and Pre-Infusion

Cime develops its traditional group structure with a mechanical pre-infusion and thermal stability goal. Controlled wetting of the coffee bed before full pump pressure can help reduce dry spots.

Ring group technology is geared toward keeping the group at working temperature through thermosiphon circulation. Cime group is an enhanced version of the traditional approach, targeting more controlled mechanical pre-infusion and stable temperature.

Pre-infusion doesn't eliminate an overly fine grind or excessive dose problem. If the shot flows slowly or unevenly, coffee prep should be checked first.

How Does Boiler Volume Affect Actual Capacity?

A large boiler can provide higher thermal reserve during intensive steam and hot water demand. In exchange, initial warm-up time, electrical power, and under-counter infrastructure requirements increase.

A small boiler can create an energy and space advantage for low-volume service. When large milk pitchers are used back-to-back, pressure recovery becomes more critical.

Boiler liters alone aren't cup/hour capacity. Group count, espresso cycle, grinder, barista, milk, and cup flow determine total production.

Barista Space on Two- and Three-Group Machines

Two groups can be used by a single barista or provide separate working zones for two users. A three-group machine offers an advantage at high peak demand; if counter width and grinder count are insufficient, the third group can't be used effectively.

The portafilter, tamper, knock box, and milk pitchers should be positioned so they don't collide between groups. Hot water outlet and steam wands shouldn't intersect with staff hand movement.

As group count increases, cleaning workload also increases. Each group requires a separate blind-filter cycle, brushing, and shower-screen check.

Water Quality and Mains Connection

Professional Cime machines should be installed with suitable water pressure, filter, and drainage infrastructure. Water hardness can affect scale formation, alkalinity can affect coffee extraction, and chlorine can affect cup taste.

The filter shouldn't be chosen based only on connection diameter. Daily espresso, hot water, rinsing, and cleaning consumption should be evaluated together with local water analysis.

Featured Highlights

• A compact single-two group platform in the Luna, single-three group in the Neo, and a multiboiler professional platform in the Saturno
• Multiboiler options geared toward independent group temperature alongside single-boiler heat-exchanger systems
• Digital shot timer, mechanical pre-infusion, and adjustable cup height depending on model
• Different thermal capacities ranging from a compact five-liter boiler to 18-liter three-group systems

How Should a Cime Machine Be Chosen?

Espresso, milk-drink, and hot water counts during the busiest 15 minutes should be calculated. Group count, boiler, electrical, and multiboiler needs are determined by this actual service mix.

If different beans need to be prepared at separate temperatures, a multiboiler platform can be considered; if the menu is fixed and simpler maintenance is wanted, a single-boiler platform can be considered. All models require a suitable grinder and water system.

Cime Espresso Machines on Mutfak10

Single, two, or three-group options in the Luna, Neo, Venere, and Saturno series can be reviewed on the Cime professional espresso machines page on Mutfak10, operated by Arlinoks. The word "automatic" in the product name refers to portafilter espresso dosing; it shouldn't be interpreted as a fully automatic bean-to-cup system.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Cime Saturno and Neo?

The Saturno MB-60 is geared toward a multiboiler structure with independent coffee boilers, while the Neo is geared toward single-three groups and, depending on model, a single-boiler traditional platform. If different group temperatures are needed, the Saturno should be considered.

Is the Cime Luna single-group machine suitable for professional use?

Yes. With a five-liter boiler and traditional portafilter structure, it can be used in small restaurants, offices, boutique coffee points, or support stations. For busy peak service, grinder, steam, and single-group capacity should be tested.

Is a Cime machine truly fully automatic?

The "fully automatic" wording used in some names on Mutfak10 refers to electronic espresso portioning. Coffee is ground in a separate grinder, placed in the portafilter, and tamped by the barista.