Rocket TCA Appartamento S/S - Black Accent

The Rocket Appartamento has long been one of the most popular home espresso machines going, and the TCA takes it a step further. Temperature Control Adjustment lets you set the boiler pressure from 0.9 to 1.2 bar in 0.1 steps. That gives you real control over brew temperature, so you can dial it in to suit your beans, whether that’s a light, fruity roast or a dark, chocolatey blend.

At its heart is a 1.8L insulated copper heat-exchange boiler and a redesigned E61 brew group. Together they give you better temperature stability and more consistent shots than the original Appartamento. Because it’s a heat-exchange machine, you can pull a shot and steam milk at the same time, so flat whites and lattes come together quickly.

This version pairs polished stainless steel with black inserts in the signature circular side panels. The panels have a debossed, three-dimensional finish, and a vertical Rocket logo runs down the back panel.

Features

• Standby mode that kicks in after 30 minutes to save energy, or can be switched off
• Low water sensor on the removable tank
• Wider drip tray
• Boiler pressure gauge on the front panel
• Design by V12

Good to know before you order

• It runs from the water tank, so no plumbing is needed
• It has a vibration pump, which is a little louder than a rotary pump
• Like all E61 machines, it takes around 20–30 minutes to fully heat up. Many owners run it on a smart plug or timer so it’s ready when they are
• You’ll need a good burr grinder to get the most out of it. Ask us if you need help choosing one

Specifications

Appartamento TCA or the original?
The TCA adds adjustable brew temperature, standby mode and a wider drip tray to the original Appartamento. It also comes in stainless steel with white or copper accents, and in black with black or copper accents. Come into our Wagga Wagga showroom, which is open to the public, to compare them side by side, or order online and we’ll ship it Australia wide.