The Fracino Contempo CON1E is a 1-group electronic espresso machine that brings professional-grade coffee to smaller venues — a compact, hand-built British machine finished in gleaming stainless steel, equally at home in a boutique café, a hotel bar, or a well-appointed office.

Powered by a copper boiler with a multi-looped element, the CON1E delivers consistent heat and pressure through a brass-bodied group head with stainless steel shower plate, solenoid valve, and high-pressure pump. Thermosyphonic circulation keeps the group at the ideal extraction temperature throughout service, while water and steam pressure are independently regulated by solid brass safety valves. A triple-contact pressure switch ensures reliable, low-maintenance operation.

The electronic controls offer four accurately pre-programmed volumetric coffee measures, giving baristas speed and consistency at the touch of a button. An automatic water level system — with probe, electronic control unit, and solenoid valve — keeps the machine running smoothly during service. Standard group clearance is 125mm, with a high-group option of 150mm for latte glasses. Espresso tray and cup shield are included as standard.

Notably versatile on power: the CON1E operates on gas & 12V battery or mains electricity, making it a practical choice for mobile setups as well as fixed installations.

Power Options

• Default: 2.85kW at 13 amps (3-pin plug)
• 4kW at 20 amps — available on request

Key Specifications

• Groups: 1 (electronically controlled)
• Power: Gas & 12V battery, or mains electricity
• Boiler: Copper, multi-looped element
• Group head: Brass-bodied with stainless steel shower plate, solenoid valve & high-pressure pump
• Group clearance: 125mm standard / 150mm high-group option (latte glasses)
• Pressure control: Triple-contact pressure switch + independent brass safety valves
• Water system: Automatic level control — probe, ECU & solenoid valve
• Steam valves: Solid brass, rotating handles
• Construction: Stainless steel 304 case, waste tray & cup tray
• Includes: Espresso tray and cup shield as standard
• Steam tubes: Easy-clean stainless steel
• Hand built in Britain