{"product_id":"flair-49-etched-puck-screen","title":"Flair 49 Etched Puck Screen – 49 mm for Olympia Cremina, La Pavoni, and other 49 mm machines","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ccc-mobile-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlair 49 mm Etched Puck Screen – for Flair 49, Olympia Cremina, La Pavoni and other 49 mm machines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first stroke of the lever, the first drop at the spout – the pressure gauge climbs, the grounds sit beneath a thin, precisely etched stainless steel disc. Water doesn't land in one spot, it spreads across the surface. What's left after extraction: a smooth, round puck in the basket, hardly any grounds speckled at the top of the group, a clean workflow without wiping afterward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e49 mm is a standard with history. Classic lever machines from Switzerland and Italy have worked with this basket diameter for decades – the Olympia Cremina from Schinznach-Bad as much as the La Pavoni Europiccola from Milan. If you own one of these machines, or you're starting out with the Flair 49, you can use this Etched Puck Screen directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the Puck Screen actually does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe screen sits directly on the grounds, beneath the brew piston. During the stroke, the water first hits the etched stainless steel disc and is spread evenly across the puck surface through its precise hole pattern – instead of a single point of entry, a homogeneous pre-infusion pattern forms. Channelling is mechanically reduced, because the water doesn't seek out one preferred spot but enters everywhere at once. That's not magic, it's fluid dynamics: a more even inlet, a more even extraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second effect shows up above: the group head stays cleaner, because less grounds spray upward as pressure builds. Anyone who's ever wiped the piston after every cup knows the value of this detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEtched instead of mesh\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Etched\" refers to a laser-precise hole pattern in thin stainless steel – as opposed to classic mesh screens with their wire weave. The holes are exactly geometric and evenly distributed, which makes the water flow more predictable. Cleaning becomes easier: grounds don't get stuck in the mesh, a quick rinse under warm water is usually enough. Our opinion is one of many – some baristas prefer mesh screens for their specific hydrodynamics. Both work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich machines it fits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard 49 mm diameter fits a range of classic and modern machines. Here are the most common:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"ccc-compare-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFlair\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlair 49, Flair 49 Pro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOlympia Express (Switzerland)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCremina, Maximatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLa Pavoni (Italy)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEuropiccola, Professional, Stradivari, Esperto series (Edotto, Abile, Competente)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf in doubt, it's worth checking the basket dimensions of your own machine. If you're not sure, send us a photo of your current basket at \u003ca href=\"mailto:office@coffeecoachingclub.info\"\u003eoffice@coffeecoachingclub.info\u003c\/a\u003e – we'll compare the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"ccc-compare-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDiameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e49 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel, food-safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDesign\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEtched – laser-precise hole pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCleaning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm water, quick wipe; soak regularly in puck cleaner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it's made for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who works with a 49 mm machine and wants to add a small detail to their workflow that stays measurable in the cup. Especially on lever machines like the Flair 49, Olympia Cremina, or La Pavoni Europiccola – where every stroke of the lever defines the pressure profile – the screen makes a visible difference. If you want to see channelling, add a bottomless portafilter. If you want to reduce channelling, add a Puck Screen. Both paths work – one is the diagnosis, the other the correction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNobody needs a Puck Screen. Anyone who works seriously with a lever machine usually wants both: a bottomless spout that shows the truth, and a screen that calms the distribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat goes with it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the Flair side, the main device: the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flair-49-pro\"\u003eFlair 49 Pro – manual lever espresso machine\u003c\/a\u003e. You'll find the whole Flair family and matching accessories in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/flair-espresso\"\u003eFlair Espresso Collection\u003c\/a\u003e – as the exclusive Swiss importer, we carry the full range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore the screen comes the grinder. For manual lever machines with 49 mm – Flair 49, Olympia Cremina, La Pavoni and similar – hand grinders work especially well: affordable and very precise, a Comandante C40 or Timemore from our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/handmuhlen\"\u003ehand grinders collection\u003c\/a\u003e. If you want electric and single dose, check out our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/wpm-wellhome-pro\"\u003eWPM Welhome Pro Collection\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/weber-workshops\"\u003eWeber Workshops Collection\u003c\/a\u003e with the EG-1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor complete puck preparation, a WDT tool and tamper in 49 mm are worth it – in the range of the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/normcore\"\u003eNormcore Collection\u003c\/a\u003e you'll find matching tools in the more common sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich machines does the 49 mm Etched Puck Screen fit specifically?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll machines with a 49 mm basket diameter. That includes the Flair 49 and Flair 49 Pro, the Olympia Cremina and Maximatic from Switzerland, as well as the classic La Pavoni lever models Europiccola, Professional, Stradivari, and the Esperto series. If in doubt, contact us with a photo of your basket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Puck Screen fit other Flair machines?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. 49 mm only fits 49 mm machines. The Flair NEO, Pro 2, and Classic use other sizes; for the Flair 58 \/ 58+ \/ 58+2, there's a dedicated 58 mm version in our range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between etched and mesh Puck Screens?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEtched screens have precisely, geometrically etched holes in thin stainless steel. Mesh screens are a wire weave. Etched screens are easier to clean and deliver a more predictable water flow. Mesh screens have their own hydrodynamics, which some baristas prefer. Both work, the difference lies in the workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean the Puck Screen?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse briefly under warm water after every shot and wipe dry with a soft cloth. Every few weeks – depending on use – soak it in a puck cleaner solution to fully remove coffee oils. You'll find cleaning products in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/maschinen-und-muhlenreinigung\"\u003ecleaning collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does the Puck Screen last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor years, with proper care. Stainless steel is resilient, the hole pattern stays stable. A replacement is only worth it once visible deformation or discolouration appears that can no longer be removed – which is rare in home use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I see the Puck Screen before buying?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, in our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zürich (Hagenholzstrasse 50b) – together with the matching machines, if you'd like to experience the combination live. Click \u0026 Collect at both locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery and pickup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcross Switzerland and to Liechtenstein in 2–4 business days. Click \u0026 Collect in Bern and Zürich. If you have questions before buying, reach us by email at \u003ca href=\"mailto:office@coffeecoachingclub.info\"\u003eoffice@coffeecoachingclub.info\u003c\/a\u003e or by phone during business hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccc-roastery-tip\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoastery tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLever machines like the Flair 49, Olympia Cremina, or La Pavoni trace each profile in their own way – the pressure profile is shaped by hand, every shot turns out a little different. From our roastery: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/cozy-chocolate-natural-brasilien-kaffeebohnen\"\u003eCozy Chocolate\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/nutty-delight-kaffee-blend-brasilien-indien\"\u003eNutty Delight\u003c\/a\u003e for dense, round cups with caramel and nutty notes – forgiving for manual setups. If you're after maximum body: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/very-nutty-kraftiger-robusta-aus-indien\"\u003eVery Nutty\u003c\/a\u003e. If you like fruity profiles and want to see how the lever character shapes them: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/wild-peach-ein-hell-gerosteter-omniroast-mit-pfirsichnote\"\u003eWild Peach\u003c\/a\u003e. These are our recommendations – one of many.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Which machines does the 49 mm Etched Puck Screen fit?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"All machines with a 49 mm basket diameter: Flair 49, Flair 49 Pro, Olympia Cremina, Olympia Maximatic, La Pavoni Europiccola, Professional, Stradivari, and the Esperto series.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What's the difference between etched and mesh Puck Screens?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Etched screens have precisely etched holes in thin stainless steel. Mesh screens are a wire weave. 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