Gaggia introduced the Gaggia Baby to the world over 25 years ago. Since that time it has gone through many variations in appearance and the latest model is the best yet. The housing is a more refined design with better overall fit and finish. Such as, the ABS plastic housing has a glossy finish that looks better and has control buttons that are much more attractive.
The Gaggia Baby has the same new portafilter handle that the top-of-line Gaggia Classic received with a professional chromed stainless steel splitter. This upgrade improved the espresso distribution balance between the two spouts. In essence this means that the volume dispensed into two separate espresso cups is less subject to counter tops that are not level. However, you will still have differences in volume that is mostly caused by air bubbles created in the extraction process.
Our technical support department states that it is easier to service as well. The internal parts have stayed the same with the tried and true 55-watt pump (none stronger in the home machines catagory), dual external heating elements providing 1370 watts of quick and even heating. What our customers should know is the Gaggia Baby contains that same features as our best selling Gaggia Classic with the exception of the stainless steel housing. If you can live without the stainless steel, then the Gaggia Baby is at a great price that will save you considerable money but provide the same performance. I suggest you review the Classic for addition detailed information before you decide on your choice.
Features & Benefits: Coffee
Commercial Size and Style Portafilter Handle
Some of the most crucial elements for producing high quality espresso are influenced by the Style, Size and Construction of the portafilter.
Style: This portafilter is designed like a commercial machine and works in the same way. The coffee is ground fine and is tamped (pressed) firmly into place.
Size: The size of the portafilter is also the same as a commercial machine. Is has a large diameter (58 mm) so that the water is distributed evenly over a wide surface area.
Construction: The portafilter is made up of two parts, the handle and the filter holder. The handle is made of high quality plastic. The heavy chrome plated brass filter holder keeps the temperature stable throughout the entire brewing process, therefore producing a quality cup of espresso.
Commercial Brewing Group
This is the portion of the machine that the portafilter locks into. It is made of chrome plated marine brass which provides a superior brewing environment through maximum heat stability and component longevity.
Boiler
The Gaggia boiler system is very unique. It is designed of highly conductive aluminum with two heating elements. The heating elements are imbedded into the exterior sides of the boiler, providing even heat distribution. Having the highest wattage system available, incorporated into a low volume boiler (3.5 ounces) provides excellent temperature stability and will heat up quicker.
3-Way Solenoid Valve
The 3-way solenoid valve is a commercial feature that relieves the water pressure off the coffee when the brew switch is turned off. This serves two functions; it dries out the coffee to prevent dripping and makes it easy to knock the coffee out of the portafilter with one knock.
High Quality Controls with Temperature Ready Light
The Baby contains three push button switches with indicator lights that will illuminate when on. The far left is the main power switch that activates the boiler when turned on. The middle switch is the brew switch. To start the brewing process just turn on the switch, wait until you have reached your desired volume and then turn of the switch. The far right is the steam switch. Just turn this on and the boiler will heat to steam temperature. The temperature ready light is a separate indicator that will light up while the boiler is heating up and will go off when it is ready to steam or brew, depending on which mode you are in.
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Features & Benefits: Frothing and Hot Water
Hot Water Dispenser
If you want hot water for any reason, be it Hot Chocolate, Tea or Americanos it is very easy to do. Just turn on the pump (brew) switch and open the steam knob. Hot water will start to stream out.
Improved Turbo Frother Steam Wand
The Gaggia Baby comes equipped with a newly designed Turbo-Frother frothing wand. The new design makes great froth every time with no problems.
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Features & Benefits: Care, Maintenance & Other
Water Reservoir
The large removable 64oz reservoir can be refilled from the top any time during the operation, for an endless supply of coffee or steam.
Thermostat and Safety Switches
The Gaggia has three temperature controls. There are two thermostats and one high limit. There is one thermostat for maintaining brewing temperature and one for maintaining steaming temperature. The high limit will turn off the power to the boiler in the event of a malfunction. This will prevent the boiler from overheating.
ESE Pod Capable
Comes ready to use with pods or ground coffee. Use the single shot filter basket with Easy Serve Espresso (ESE) pods. Pods are single serve prepackaged shots that are designed to be quick and clean.
Housing Construction
Constructed of tough thermo-set plastic (nearly a 1/4 inch thick), making this lighter than the Classic and almost as durable. The Baby is a little bit taller than other Gaggia machines. It will fit a 4" cup under the brew group and has a steam wand height of 4 1/4" from the counter. Most other Gaggia's will fit a 3 1/4" cup and have a 4" high steam wand.
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