The narrow size is intended for a filter box with a suitable inner dimension of 49 mm; measure your own box.

Barista Essentials calls a solid stainless steel tamping surface to press ground coffee by hand.

This specific model has a black plastic handle; separate versions with wood or stainless steel handles are available.

The supplier lists step-down filter baskets and pre-2000 La Pavoni machines as suitable applications. Always check the fit.
Tamper 49 mm met zwart kunststof handvat en RVS tampvlak

Do you recognize these questions when tamping?

You want to work with a narrower filter basket, but a standard wide tamper won't fit. Or you have an older La Pavoni and see various sizes available. First, find out what fits; after that, tamping straight becomes a lot easier.

  • Your 58 mm tamper is too large

    A step-down filter basket has a narrower inner dimension. As a result, your existing tamper cannot press flat against the coffee.

  • What size is your La Pavoni?

    49 mm may fit older La Pavoni machines, but a year or model name alone does not provide sufficient certainty.

  • The coffee puck is uneven

    With an unsuitable or awkward tamper, you can’t tamp evenly. You need a suitable, easy-to-use grip.
Tamper 49 mm met zwart kunststof handvat en RVS tampvlak

A suitable base for level tamping

The black 49 mm tamper has a solid stainless steel tamping surface and a plastic handle. Hold the filter basket steady, level the ground coffee, and press down in a straight motion. You don't need to push extra hard every time; a steady, controlled technique is more important.

Who is this size intended for?

For a suitable 49 mm step-down filter basket and, according to Barista Essentials, certain La Pavoni machines made before 2000. Not for a standard 58 mm filter basket.

What exactly do you get?

You get one manual 49 mm tamper with a solid stainless steel tamping surface and a black plastic handle. A filter basket, portafilter, espresso machine and coffee are not included.

Would you prefer a warm wooden handle? Check out the Tamper 49 mm wood. The size remains 49 mm; the handle is different.

Why is a suitable tamper important?

With a step-down filter basket, not only is your portafilter size important, but especially the inner dimensions of the basket where the coffee sits. This 49 mm tamper helps you press down the grounds with a flat stainless steel tamping surface. A suitable size makes working evenly easier; good espresso also requires a suitable grind and dosage.

Prefer a metal handle? The Tamper 49 mm Stainless Steel is another version with the same diameter. Choose the size and handle with which you work comfortably.

Measure the inside of your filter box before ordering.

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Barista Essentials

Tamper 49 mm black – press straight down into your suitable filter basket

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Tamper 49 mm met zwart kunststof handvat en RVS tampvlak

How to use the 49 mm tamper

A tamper won't automatically make your coffee better. Start with the right size and always use the same gentle technique. This will also make it easier to assess changes in your espresso.

View the black 49 mm tamper at Barista Essentials
  • Stap 1: Een man geniet thuis van koffie bij het keukenraam, met een groot cijfer 1 op de voorgrond.

    Check the correct size

    Measure the inside of your filter basket. For a La Pavoni, first check the model and compare it with the dimensions provided by Barista Essentials.

  • Stap 2: Een man leest thuis de krant met een kop koffie, met een groot cijfer 2 op de voorgrond.

    Distribute and tamp evenly

    Grind and dose the coffee, level the grounds and place the tamper flat against the puck. Press straight down steadily without tilting sideways.

  • Stap 3: Een espressomachine bereidt thuis een kop koffie, met een groot cijfer 3 op de voorgrond.

    Set, test and repeat

    What to do at step 3?
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About the size, the step-down filter basket, La Pavoni, the handle, and ordering.

Frequently asked questions about the 49 mm tamper

Does this tamper fit every 49 mm filter basket?

It is intended for a filter basket with a suitable internal dimension of 49 mm. Measure your own basket, because the designation of a portafilter does not always indicate the actual internal dimension.

Can I use it for my La Pavoni?

Barista Essentials lists La Pavoni machines made before 2000 as suitable for 49 mm. Check the year of manufacture, model, and especially the actual size of your filter basket before ordering.

What is a step-down filter box?

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Is the handle made of plastic, and how do I maintain the tamper?

Yes, this black version has a plastic handle and a stainless steel tamping surface. Wipe coffee grounds off the tamping surface after use; check the manufacturer's maintenance instructions before cleaning thoroughly.

Where do I order from, and who handles the delivery?

You place your order through my link at Barista Essentials. Please check that 49 mm and Black are selected. Payment, shipping, returns, and warranty are handled by the supplier.

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Black 49 mm tamper for step-down filter baskets

You use a 49 mm tamper when your filter basket has a suitable narrow inner diameter, for example, a step-down filter basket or certain older La Pavoni models. This Barista Essentials tamper combines a solid stainless steel tamping surface with a black plastic handle. With a suitable tamper, you can press the ground coffee down more evenly.

First, check the size of your filter basket. A stable tamping surface also helps; the small black angled tamper mat is an accessory available separately to protect your countertop.

Ready to tamp straight with 49 mm?

Are you sure you have a filter basket with a suitable inner diameter of 49 mm? Check the black version at Barista Essentials and verify the size and handle before ordering.

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