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Breville Infuser: Espresso Settings & Dial-In Guide

The Breville Infuser is a single boiler espresso machine, designed for home use. It features programmable pre-infusion, a 58mm portafilter. With PID temperature control (88–96°C), you can fine-tune extraction temperature alongside grind size for precise dial-in. The adjustable OPV lets you fine-tune brew pressure beyond the factory setting.

PIDOPV Adjustable

At a glance

Machine specifications

Machine TypeSingle Boiler — Home
Portafilter58mm
Temp ControlPID
Temp StabilityMedium
PressureAdjustable OPV
Pre-infusionProgrammable
Warm-up~12 min

Recommended starting parameters

Starting recipe for Breville Infuser

Dose

17–21g

Ratio

1:1.8–1:2.5

Time

25–35s

Brew Temp8896°C

These are starting points — adjust based on your beans, roast level, and taste preferences.

Known limitations

Single boiler — cannot steam and brew simultaneously

Temp stability lower than dual boiler

Dial-in tips for the Breville Infuser

1

Single boiler with PID — user can set temperature.

2

Programmable pre-infusion time.

3

No pressure gauge.

4

Can suggest precise temp targets.

5

Good entry-level PID machine.

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