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La Pavoni Europiccola

The La Pavoni Europiccola espresso machine is an icon in the coffee world, offering traditional espresso enthusiasts a unique opportunity to engage in the art of espresso making. Handcrafted in Italy and in production since the 1950s, this espresso machine combines stylish design with exceptional durability. To fully understand the capabilities of the La Pavoni Europiccola, it is essential to explore both the general features of the machine and the specific differences between the pre-millennium and post-millennium models.

La Pavoni Parts - Europiccola

La Pavoni pre millenium Europiccola and professional gasket set

Is your la Pavoni Europiccola or Professional leaking from the pre-millennium brewing group? This basic gasket set might be handy. The set contains all the basic gaskets where a pre-millennium brewing group could leak on. The most common location of the brewing group are the piston gaskets. From using your machine too much, or just too little. Seen the...
€18.14

La Pavoni Europiccola anti vacuum valve

This item is a vacuum valve for various La Pavoni domestic lever espresso machines. This item is a OEM/Original La Pavoni spare part. The part reference for this item is 396754. This vacuum valve has been made from 2 brass components and a stainless-steel clip. The seal is made with the o ring around the shaft. You can use this vacuum valve on the La...
€30.47

La Pavoni portafilter o ring pre-millenium

For the La Pavoni pre-millennium brewing group you also need a portafilter gasket. In the case of a pre-millenium brewing group a standard o ring is used. This o ring has a internal diameter of 47mm and a cord thickness of 5,34mm so a outer diameter of 57,7mm. This portafilter gasket can be used in a variety of pre-millenium models like the La Pavoni...
€4.16

La Pavoni Europiccola pre-millenium boiler and group kit

If have a wreck of a la Pavoni Europiccola lever espresso machine or you want to give your La Pavoni Mignon a complete overhaul. This set would be ideal for you. This set made for la Pavoni espresso machines with a pre-millennium brewing group. This is a generic set, so it is possible that not all parts apply to your pre-millennium espresso machine....
€37.03

La Pavoni Europiccola perforated washer

On this page you will find a perforated washer suitable for Gaggia and La Pavoni domestic lever espresso machines. The part number for Gaggia is S314044 and for La Pavoni 313002. This washer is suitable for the Pre-millennium and Millennium brewing groups. We had this perforated washer cut with a CNC water cutter, instead of having it had punched. After...
€2.41

La Pavoni Europiccola switch + pilot light

This specific type of switch is used for the La Pavoni Romantica, La Pavoni Europiccola for the configurations ERG, ELH, EL and EN. The part number for the La Pavoni is 435063.But this model of switch is also used on the Gaggia Factory 105 (S435063) This specific model red bipolar switch is a rocker switch with a pilot light. The mounting hole for this...
€13.36

La Pavoni Europiccola piston shaft

The piston shaft on a La Pavoni Home lever espresso machine. This shaft transfers the movement of the Lever on the brewing group (3954004) true the piston pins (3140463) to the piston shaft (312382 ). At the bottom of this piston shaft is of course the piston (314044) located. The item has a overall length of 111mm and M10 threads, this item is a original...
€34.61

La Pavoni Europiccola heating element 1000W 120V

It is always possible that your old heating element for your La Pavoni Europiccola, La Pavoni Romantica, La Pavoni Stradivari or your Gaggia 105 burns or gets a short. The other option is that you purchased a old model La Pavoni Europiccola and you want to convert your classic lever espresso machine to a proper 120V version. This model of heating element...
€74.58

Brooks seals for La Pavoni Europiccola piston gasket set

On this product page you will find our own produces piston gaskets suitable for a variety of la Pavoni models such as the La Pavoni Europiccola La Pavoni Professional, La Pavoni Stradivari, La Pavoni Mignon, Gaggia 105 lever groups and so on. The Gaggia part reference for this item is S361005, for La Pavoni the part reference is 361005. These gaskets are...
€8.67

Pavoni pre-millenium tamper 49.5mm Birch

This tamper is made from Stainless steel EN 1.4301/AISI 304 with a smooth machined finish. The bases are laser engraved with our logo and the 49,5 mm diameter of the base of the tamper. All our tampers are made in The Netherlands The handle is made from birch which has been hand oiled 2 times. Try to avoid contact with water. Seen the handles are natural...
€60.65

La Pavoni Europiccola and Professional base foot 30mm

The item on this product page is a OEM/Original La Pavoni spare part. This item is the rubber foot which goes underneath various La Pavoni and Gaggia domestic lever espresso machines. The part reference for this item is for Gaggia S371101 and for La Pavoni 371101. This rubber foot has a outer diameter of 30mm and can be installed in the base plates with...
€4.02

La Pavoni Europiccola top chrome nut

The item on this page you will find a OEM/Original La Pavoni spare part. This nut can be used on La Pavoni pre-millennium and millennium lever brewing groups. This nut is used as a counter nut for the shaft nut. The La Pavoni part reference for this item is 3135264. This nut has a internal M10 thread. The key size for this nut is 14mm. the height of this...
€6.14

La Pavoni Europiccola millenium portafilter

The portafilter on this page is suitable for a post millennium brewing group used by La Pavoni and Gaggia Lever espresso machines, the ones for domestic use. This portafilter is Not suitable for the older pre-millennium brewing groups. The Gaggia part number for this item is S395307 and for La Pavoni the part number is 395307R  The portafilter is a...
€45.91

La Pavoni Europiccola thermostat 127º

On this page you will find the heating element thermostat for the La Pavoni Europiccola, La Pavoni Stradivari and the La Pavoni Professional. This thermostat is also suitable for the Gaggia 105-106. The thermostat breaks the connection when the temperature becomes 127 degrees Celsius, this is a manual safety switch. The thermostat itself is suitable to...
€6.04

La Pavoni Europiccola brass nut

The item on this product page is a OEM/Original La Pavoni valve nut. This nut is used with various domestic lever espresso machines La Pavoni has made in the past. You can use this brass nut on La Pavoni models as well as Millennium as Pre-Millennium. The part reference for this item is for La Pavoni 313525 and for Gaggia S313525. This brass nut is used...
€4.68

La Pavoni Europiccola chrome safety valve

The item on this product page is a OEM/Original La Pavoni spare part. This item is a boiler safety valve for various domestic lever espresso machines. The La Pavoni part reference for this item is 396751 This safety valve is only the body and not the internals of this valve.  This boiler valve has at the bottom a male M12 thread. You can use this on the...
€78.54

La Pavoni Europiccola steam tab knob

The item on this product page is a steam valve knob for various La Pavoni lever espresso machines. This item is a OEM/Original La Pavoni spare part. The La Pavoni part reference for this item is 475010 This knob has a smooth brass insert. This knob is held in place with a spring pin. This steam valve knob has a silk printed symbol of steam printed on it...
€26.03

La Pavoni Europiccola black boiler knob

The item on this page is a OEM/Original La Pavoni espresso machine part. This boiler knob can be used on various domestic lever espresso machines. This item has the La Pavoni part references 26872 and 47700308  This boiler knob screws in the top of the boiler. This boiler knob does not come with the sealing o ring. The knob has been made in the EU. You...
€59.28

La Pavoni Europiccola 12X17X1mm washer

The washer on this product page is a OEM/Original La Pavoni spare part. This washer can be used on  various locations with the domestic lever espresso machines made by la Pavoni. The Pavoni part reference for this item is 313003  and for Gaggia the reference is S313003  This washer is suitable for Pre-millennium as well for Millennium espresso machines....
€4.45

La Pavoni Pre millenium IMS precision shower 52mm

Do you want to go a step further as a home barista with your La Pavoni Lever espresso machine? Then replacing your stock shower screen on your la Pavoni with a pre-millenium brewing group could be one of the first steps. This precision shower is manufactured in Italy by the most famous shower screen and filter basket manufacturers in the world IMS...
€36.04

La Pavoni Europiccola tab rod

The item on this product page is a OEM/Original La Pavoni spare part, which can also be used on various Gaggia items. This item is the steam valve shaft. With this shaft you can control the flow of steam coming out of the steam tube. This item can be used on pre-millennium as well on millennium la Pavoni espresso machines. The La Pavoni part reference for...
€14.40

La Pavoni Europiccola viton tap gasket

The item on this product page is a shaft gasket for the steam valve on various domestic La Pavoni and Gaggia lever espresso machines. This gasket seals off the shaft from the boiler. This shaft gasket can be used on Millennium and Pre-Millennium models. The part reference for La Pavoni is 361023 and for Gaggia it is S361023. This gasket has been made from...
€2.28

La Pavoni Europiccola heating element 1000W 230V

It can happen that your old heating element for your La Pavoni Europiccola, La Pavoni Stradivari, La Pavoni Romantica or of your Gaggia 105-106 burns down or get’s a short in it. This specific model heating element gives 1000W at 240V made by the heating element manufacturer Backer. It is a full stainless steel element, so flange and the element. The...
€48.39

La Pavoni europiccola steam stem 3 holes

The steam tip on this product page is a OEM/original La Pavoni spare part. This steam tip can be used on various domestic La Pavoni lever espresso machines. The La Pavoni part reference for this item is 3134304. This steam tip has been made from chrome plated brass. The tip has a m6 thread on the inside. There are in total 3 holes, these holes have a...
€12.68

La Pavoni Europiccola M11x1 adapter and manometer

Originally you would only find a boiler pressure manometer on the La Pavoni Professional espresso machines. This boiler pressure manometer is mounted on the top sight glass fitting. If you want to convert your La Pavoni Europiccola and fit it with a Pressure gauge, this is the kit you need The sight glass fittings used to have a internal diameter of...
€41.73

La Pavoni Europiccola pre-millenium portafilter gasket

On this page you will find a portafilter gasket suitable for various lever brewing groups. This gasket is suitable for pre-millennium groups. The La Pavoni part reference for this item is 2612005 This portafilter gasket has a outer diameter of 60mm a inner diameter of 55mm and a gasket of 5,5mm. This gasket is a square version. This gasket can be used in...
€6.68

Brooks Pavoni Europiccola millennium double portafilter American walnut

The item on this product page is our own La Pavoni Europiccola bottomless portafilter. This portafilter is only suitable for the La Pavoni millennium brewing groups. You can use this portafilter on various models such as the Pavoni Europiccola, Pavoni Professional, Pavoni Mignon. The Gaggia part reference for this item is S395307 and for La Pavoni the...
€92.83

La Pavoni Europiccola pressure switch

The item on this product page is a OEM/Original La Pavoni spare part. This item is a pressure switch manufactured by the Italian company Ma-ter. The La Pavoni part reference for this item is 451308. This pressure switch had been pre-set at 0,8 bar, but the pressure range goes from 0,5 up to 1,2 bar. The fitting used is a male ¼” BSP-G. The microswitch on...
€16.46

La Pavoni Europiccola double switch 16A 250V

The double bipolar switch you see on this page can be used on the La Pavoni Europiccola domestic lever espresso machine. The La Pavoni part reference for this item is 435059. This switch can be used on Pre-millennium as well as millennium models. This double bipolar switch has been rated up to 16A at 250V. On the red switch is 0 an 1 been silk printed. On...
€18.92

La Pavoni Europiccola 2 coffee filterbasket millenium

The filterbasket on this page is a 2 cup filterbasket made out of stainless steel. This specific model of filterbasket is suitable for La Pavoni post millennium lever brewing groups. The pre-millennium filter baskets won’t fit. The double filterbasket has a outer edge of 60mm and a height of 25mm. This filterbasket can hold approximately 12 grams of...
€3.55

La Pavoni Europiccola stainless steel grid

Is the grid missing of your La Pavoni Europiccola(324021), Professional, Romantica or Gaggia G105(S324021). You can find the replacement grid on this page. To make your lever espresso machine complete again. This item is suitable for the Pre-millenium and millennium la Pavoni lever espresso machines. The grid has been made out of stainless steel and has...
€40.21

La Pavoni Europiccola steam pipe complete

The steam tube on this product page is a OEM/Original La Pavoni product. This steam tube is used on various late model pre-millennium as well as millennium lever espresso machines. The La Pavoni part reference for this item is 3432374  This steam tube is installed with a bayonet fitting.  So there are no tools required. This chrome plated steam tube does...
€89.33

La Pavoni Europiccola lever pin

The item on this product page is a fork pin. This pin connects the piston shaft and the roller in the back to the piston shaft. This pin can be used on various domestic La Pavoni and Gaggia lever espresso machines. This fork pin can be used on pre-millennium as well on millennium espresso machines. The Gaggia part reference is S3140463 and for La Pavoni...
€5.55

La Pavoni Europiccola boiler cap o ring

This o ring is used on various domestic La Pavoni lever espresso machines. The La Pavoni part reference for this item is 465204. This o ring has been made from EPDM. The cord diameter is 3,53mm and the internal diameter is 28,17mm. This o ring has been made in Italy. You can use this on Millennium and Pre-Millennium La Pavoni models such as the La Pavoni...
€0.95

La Pavoni safety valve drain cup

Every La Pavoni Europcciola, La Pavoni Stradivari and La Pavoni Professional is equipped with a boiler safety valve/pressure relief valve. This item can be used with the pre-millenium and the millennium models. With the earliest models when there is no pressure switch this is the main form of pressure relief of the boiler. The Boiler relief valve is...
€36.74

History and Design of the La Pavoni Europiccola

La Pavoni was founded in Milan in the early 20th century by Desiderio Pavoni, who developed the first commercial espresso machine in 1905. This marked the beginning of modern espresso culture. In 1950, the company introduced the Europiccola, a manual espresso machine designed for home use. This machine quickly became a favorite for its simplicity, robustness, and ability to brew authentic Italian espresso. The La Pavoni Europiccola is built with high-quality materials such as chrome-plated brass, ensuring both a beautiful aesthetic and long-lasting durability.

The machine is compact and features a retro design, making it a stylish addition to any kitchen. One of the most distinctive aspects of the Europiccola is its manual lever, which allows users to control the pressure during the extraction process. This control provides a sense of involvement and mastery that is absent from fully automatic espresso machines.

Pre-Millennium and Post-Millennium Group Heads

An important distinction with La Pavoni Europiccola espresso machines is the difference between pre-millennium and post-millennium group heads. These terms refer to the production years before and after 2000 when La Pavoni made significant changes to the design of the group head.

Pre-Millennium Group Head (before 2000):

  • Piston Diameter: These models have a smaller piston and cylinder diameter of about 49 mm. This means less water is pushed through the coffee per lever pull, affecting the strength and volume of the espresso.
  • Steam Power: Generally, the steam power is slightly less potent than that of post-millennium models, making milk frothing a bit slower.
  • Build Quality: Pre-millennium machines are often heavier and made with thicker materials, resulting in longer heat-up times but also providing a very durable construction.

Post-Millennium Group Head (after 2000):

  • Piston Diameter: These models feature a larger piston and cylinder diameter of about 60 mm, which allows for a larger water capacity per extraction. This results in a fuller, stronger espresso.
  • Steam Power: Improvements in the design provide more powerful and consistent steam production, making milk frothing quicker and more efficient.
  • Temperature Stability: Newer models offer better temperature control, resulting in more consistent extraction and better flavor profiles.

Operating the La Pavoni Europiccola

The La Pavoni Europiccola is a manual espresso machine that uses a lever system, where the user manually generates pressure by pulling the lever. This system requires some practice and skill, but it offers ultimate control over the extraction process.

To make an espresso, you start by filling the boiler with water and turning on the machine. Once the water has heated up, you fill the portafilter with finely ground coffee, tamp the coffee with a tamper, and attach the portafilter to the machine. Next, you pull the lever up to allow water to flow into the group head, and then slowly push the lever down to extract the espresso. The manual process allows for subtle variations in taste and texture, depending on how the lever is operated.

Benefits of the La Pavoni Europiccola

Manual Control

One of the greatest advantages of the La Pavoni Europiccola is the complete control it offers during the espresso-making process. Users can experiment with different settings, such as grind size, tamping pressure, and extraction time, to create their perfect cup of espresso. This makes the Europiccola particularly appealing to coffee enthusiasts who wish to refine their espresso-making skills.

Durability and Build Quality

The La Pavoni Europiccola is renowned for its durability, thanks to high-quality materials like chrome-plated brass and stainless steel. With regular maintenance, this machine can last for decades, making it an excellent investment for serious coffee lovers.

Traditional Espresso Experience

The La Pavoni Europiccola offers an authentic espresso experience that is hard to match with modern, fully automatic machines. The process of manually operating the lever and precisely controlling the extraction provides a deeper involvement in making espresso. This makes each cup of coffee not just a drink but also a ritual and an art form.

Maintenance and Compatibility

Whether you own a pre-millennium or post-millennium model, regular maintenance is crucial for optimal performance. Seals need to be replaced in a timely manner, and the group head should be cleaned regularly to remove coffee residue. It is also important to descale the machine periodically to prevent limescale buildup.

When purchasing spare parts or accessories, it is essential to know which model you own, as parts are not always interchangeable between pre- and post-millennium models. Filters, portafilters, and piston seals differ in size and shape depending on the model. Choosing the correct parts ensures that your machine continues to function optimally.

Conclusion

The La Pavoni Europiccola is more than just an espresso machine; it is a symbol of Italian coffee culture and craftsmanship. Whether you choose a pre-millennium or post-millennium model, both offer a unique and satisfying way to prepare espresso. The manual operation, durable construction, and stylish design make the Europiccola a timeless addition to any kitchen.

For coffee lovers who value tradition and the satisfaction of creating the perfect espresso themselves, the La Pavoni Europiccola is an investment that will pay off time and time again. With proper care and attention, this machine can last a lifetime, making it a valuable addition to any serious barista's repertoire.