Cafelat Silicone Seals and Gaskets
Cafelat is known for manual espresso gear, and its catalogue also covers silicone group gaskets, tampers, portafilters and tamping mats. This collection focuses on seals made from silicone, a material that handles heat well and replaces the standard rubber gasket in many machines.
Group Head Seals by Machine
The range covers E61 seals in 8mm and 8.5mm, La Marzocco, Rancilio, and Nuova Simonelli in 8.3mm and 9mm. Because thickness and diameter vary, match the size to your machine rather than assuming a brand match. There are also Breville gaskets in 58mm flat and 54mm sizes.
Lever and Specialty Parts
Cafelat also lists Modern Lever portafilter and piston seals, a La Pavoni piston seal and a bottomless E61 portafilter. Fit is size sensitive, so compare measurements carefully. Avoid levering seals in with sharp tools, which can tear silicone.
When to Replace
Group gaskets typically need replacing about once a year at home, sooner with heavy use. Signs include leaks around the portafilter, a handle that locks further round than before, or a hard, shiny gasket. Jetblack has a workshop, a spare parts store and showrooms in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Hobart, Newcastle and Kiama. Contact the team with your model for help.
