{"product_id":"astra-m3-013-mega-iii-automatic-espresso-machine-three-group-heads-220v","title":"Astra M3-013 MEGA III Automatic Espresso Machine, Three Group Heads, 220V","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Astra M3-013 is the MEGA III automatic espresso machine with three group heads, built for commercial environments that need consistent, high-volume espresso without relying on advanced barista skills. Highest throughput model, built for busy venues producing maximum cups per hour. Automatic dosing programs exact shot volumes into the machine so every pull matches your recipe, and the self-tamping, high-density group heads deliver uniform puck compression regardless of who is behind the bar. A copper plated boiler and Astra's thermocycling system keep brew temperature stable extraction after extraction, even during sustained rushes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n \u003ch3\u003eThermocycling System with High-Density Group Heads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eAstra's thermocycling system continuously circulates water through the high-density group heads between shots. This eliminates the temperature drop that conventional machines experience during idle periods, so the first shot after a five-minute gap tastes the same as one pulled mid-rush. The copper plated boiler recovers heat quickly, and the combination delivers the kind of thermal consistency that shows up directly in the cup. For an automatic machine where the operator is trusting the program to deliver quality, stable temperature is what makes that trust warranted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n \u003cp\u003eThe M3-013 comes equipped with three steam wands and one hot water valve (or two steam wands and two hot water valves, customizable), with manual steam controls (automated option available) and manual hot water controls. It ships with one single and three double portafilters. The quiet rotary-vane Procon pump connects to a plumbed water line (30 to 50 psi, filtered and softened) through a 1\/4-inch inlet and 1\/2-inch drain hookup. 220V, dedicated circuit required, with a 5-foot power cord included. Handcrafted in the USA from US-standard parts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Astra Manufacturing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51175769833757,"sku":"M3-013","price":8206.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0699\/4716\/2909\/files\/40782_m3013_front_a9193f48-f473-4d4d-9e06-57d1b7597ecc.jpg?v=1776338418","url":"https:\/\/thechefstore.com\/products\/astra-m3-013-mega-iii-automatic-espresso-machine-three-group-heads-220v","provider":"TheChefStore.Com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}