Fiamma Professional Espresso and Bar Systems

On a professional espresso machine, the terms single boiler, dualboiler, and multiboiler don't describe the same temperature control. The more independently the main steam boiler, coffee boilers, group heads, and hot-water system can be managed from one another, the more control over different bean recipes changes. Fiamma espresso machine prices should be evaluated based on boiler architecture, group count, PID, display, pre-infusion, Tall Cup, and steam equipment.

Fiamma is a Portugal-based professional espresso machine manufacturer headquartered in Aveiro. The current product program includes the Astrolab, Vela, Nau, Compass, Quadrant, Caravel, and Marina families. The active Mutfak10 selection focuses on the two or three-group Tall Cup configurations of the Compass, Quadrant, and Astrolab series.

The Difference Between Single Boiler, Dualboiler, and Multiboiler

On a single-boiler machine, the main boiler supplies steam and hot water; espresso water is carried to the groups via a thermosiphon or heat-exchanger arrangement. The Quadrant combines this traditional architecture with electronic temperature control.

In a dualboiler system, there's a main water-steam boiler along with a shared coffee boiler dedicated to espresso extraction. The Compass Dualboiler controls different temperature zones via PID but doesn't dedicate a separate coffee boiler to each group like a multiboiler does.

In a multiboiler structure, each group has its own independent coffee boiler as well as a separate hot-water-steam boiler. On the Compass 3 Multiboiler model, a 12-liter main boiler works together with three 0.5-liter coffee boilers.

Multiple boilers don't correct incorrect grinding or dosing. Temperature control helps repeat the recipe once the coffee bed is correctly prepared.

Independent Group Temperature With the Compass Multiboiler

The Compass 2 and 3 Multiboiler use an independent coffee boiler for each group. Since different temperatures can be defined per group, two different beans or different extraction recipes can be prepared on the same machine.

The Compass 3 Multiboiler is offered with a roughly 12-liter main boiler, three 0.5-liter coffee boilers, a rotary pump, and multiple PID control. Total power can be in the roughly 4.3-8.8 kW range depending on the selected connection and energy program.

A touchscreen, shot timer, counter, smart alerts, automatic cleaning, adjustable pre-infusion, and hot-water portioning features support the workflow. Function scope should be verified between the two and three-group models.

Sequential heating can help the machine manage all its heaters in a specific order instead of activating them simultaneously. Electrical infrastructure should still be prepared based on the device's maximum rated power.

When Is the Compass Dualboiler Chosen?

The Compass Dualboiler is geared toward separating the steam-hot-water boiler from the coffee boiler so that espresso temperature and milk service load affect each other less. Two or three-group options are available.

The Compass 3 Dualboiler is offered with a roughly 12-liter water-steam boiler and a 1.2-liter coffee boiler. PID temperature control, programmable hot-water portions, and static pre-infusion features can be available.

The Dualboiler can be considered for businesses not requiring separate temperature per group but wanting to separate espresso from intensive steam use. If two different beans will be prepared at the same temperature, a multiboiler investment may not be necessary.

Traditional Thermosiphon With the Quadrant DSP

The Quadrant DSP combines a single-boiler and thermosiphon structure with digital management. The two-group model is in the roughly 11-liter boiler class, and the three-group model in the 18-liter class.

The Quadrant 2 DSP is listed at roughly 3.7 kW total power, and the Quadrant 3 DSP at 5.2 kW. It has PID control, shot and usage counters, smart alerts, programmable hot water, and automatic cleaning features.

A static pre-infusion chamber helps wet the coffee bed more gently before the main pressure is applied. Pre-infusion doesn't completely prevent channeling; portafilter distribution and tamping still need to be done carefully.

The Quadrant can create a simpler thermal system for a hotel, restaurant, or traditional cafe wanting a fixed-temperature espresso menu and strong steam performance.

Astrolab Pressure Profile and Multiboiler

The Astrolab is Fiamma's top-tier professional series. Pressure Profile models are geared toward programming extraction pressure in stages according to the coffee recipe. Multiboiler models, meanwhile, combine traditional 9-bar extraction with independent group temperature.

A pressure profile can create a low-pressure start, a controlled rise, and different finishing stages. A complex profile doesn't need to be used for every coffee. The profile should be verified against taste and flow data in the cup.

Astrolab products on Mutfak10 are listed with two or three-group Tall Cup bodies. The device's Pressure Profile or Multiboiler configuration should be clearly stated in the quote.

The Tall Cup Working Space

A Tall Cup body allows latte glasses and tall paper service cups, alongside standard espresso cups, to be placed under the group. The need to transfer espresso from a separate shot glass can be reduced.

If the distance between the group outlet and a small espresso cup is excessive, splashing can occur. Whether a riser tray or cup shelf is included should be verified within the model's scope.

The tallest cup to be used should be measured together with the scale and any riser. Physical fit shouldn't be assumed based solely on the "Tall Cup" name.

Cool Touch Steam Wands

Heat-insulated Cool Touch steam wands can be standard on the Compass Multiboiler; there are configurations where they can be optional on the Dualboiler. The wand helps limit heat risk on the outer surface and milk sticking and burning.

Cool Touch doesn't mean the steam tip or emerging steam is at a safe temperature. The wand should be cleaned after every use and briefly purged.

Automatic milk solutions like Turbo-Steam can be offered as optional on certain Compass configurations. The milk system should be separately verified in price and quote scope.

The Position of the Nau, Caravel, and Marina Series

The Nau, with its internal water tank, offers compact professional components for office, restaurant, small bar, and home use. It can be considered for installations without a fixed water line.

The Caravel is geared toward simpler professional espresso service with one, two, or three groups. The Marina, meanwhile, provides a compact single-group body for low-consumption bars, restaurants, or offices.

The current stock scope of these series on Mutfak10 isn't as broad as the Compass, Quadrant, and Astrolab. Model availability and Turkey configuration should be separately checked.

Featured Highlights

• Single, dual, or multiboiler options separating an independent boiler per group in the Compass family
• Single boiler, thermosiphon, PID, static pre-infusion, and digital management on the Quadrant DSP
• Programmable pressure profile or independent-temperature multiboiler operation in the Astrolab series
• Two-three groups, Tall Cup, black-white body, and different boiler configurations in the Mutfak10 selection

How Should a Fiamma Machine Be Chosen?

The Quadrant can be considered for a fixed single temperature and traditional workflow; the Compass Dualboiler for separating the coffee-steam system; the Compass Multiboiler for different temperature per group; and the Astrolab for a specialty bar wanting a pressure profile.

The busiest espresso, milk, and hot-water load should be calculated together with group count, grinder, barista, and electrical infrastructure. The term "fully automatic" in the product name refers to electronic dosing on portafilter machines; it doesn't mean bean-to-cup operation.

Fiamma Espresso Machines on Mutfak10

The Quadrant 2 DSP, Compass 2-3 Dualboiler or Multiboiler, and Astrolab Tall Cup options can be reviewed on the Fiamma professional espresso machines page on Mutfak10, operated by Arlinoks. Fiamma prices vary by boiler, group, display, and equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the Fiamma Compass Multiboiler and Dualboiler?

The Multiboiler dedicates an independent coffee boiler to each group. The Dualboiler separates the main water-steam boiler from a shared coffee boiler. If different group temperatures are needed, the multiboiler offers broader control.

Which businesses does the Fiamma Quadrant suit?

With its single-boiler and thermosiphon structure, it can be considered for restaurants, hotels, and traditional cafes wanting a fixed espresso menu, strong steam, and electronic control.

What does the Fiamma Astrolab pressure profile provide?

It allows extraction pressure to be programmed across start, main brewing, and finishing stages. The profile should only be used once verified with cup taste and flow data.