Grinding burrs bottom holder SAECO 1251152

A grinding burrs bottom holder secures the lower burr in an espresso grinder, ensuring the burrs remain aligned and at a fixed distance. This alignment determines the consistency of the coffee grind: too wide and the coffee flows too fast, too narrow and it clogs. The holder's position is set during assembly and remains unchanged during operation, providing a stable reference point for the upper burr's adjustment. Without a secure bottom holder, the burrs can shift, leading to uneven particle size and inconsistent extraction.

To replace the bottom holder, the operator first removes the bean hopper and the upper burr. The old holder is then lifted out, and the new one is seated in the same position, ensuring it locks into place. The upper burr is reinstalled, and the grind setting is recalibrated to match the original position. This step is critical: even a slight misalignment can alter the grind size, affecting the espresso's strength and flavour.

The SAECO grinding burrs bottom holder 1251152 is manufactured to fit a specific range of Saeco and Gaggia espresso machines, maintaining compatibility with the original design.

This part fits Saeco models including Energica Focus, Intelia, Syntia, Talea, and Xelsis series, as well as Gaggia models such as Accademia, Brera, and Naviglio. It is also compatible with Saeco vending machines like the OCS Lirika OTC and OCS Lirika Plus SIL.

In the catalogue, this item is listed under espresso machine spare parts, specifically for grinder components.