Urnex Cafiza Espresso Machine Cleaning Tablets 2g

Why Regular Cleaning Matters

Coffee oils and residue naturally accumulate inside espresso machines during daily use. Without regular cleaning, these oils can turn rancid and negatively affect espresso flavor. Routine backflushing helps remove buildup from the group head, valves, and internal brew pathways, ensuring consistent extraction and protecting machine components.

Using a dedicated espresso machine cleaner like Urnex Cafiza helps maintain proper brew pressure, improves flavor clarity, and extends the lifespan of your equipment.

What Urnex Cafiza Cleaning Tablets Do

Urnex Cafiza tablets are formulated to dissolve coffee oil residue and brewing deposits that accumulate in espresso machines. The pre-measured 2g tablet format provides convenient dosing for regular backflush cleaning cycles.

• Removes coffee oil buildup from group heads and valves
• Supports consistent espresso extraction
• Pre-measured tablets for convenient dosing
• Suitable for routine maintenance of espresso machines
• Trusted by cafés and coffee professionals worldwide

Compatible Espresso Machines

Urnex Cafiza cleaning tablets are compatible with most espresso machines that support backflushing.

Common compatible brands include:

• Breville
• De’Longhi
• Gaggia
• Rancilio
• La Marzocco
• Rocket Espresso
• ECM
• Profitec

Always follow the cleaning instructions recommended by your espresso machine manufacturer.

How to Use Cafiza Cleaning Tablets

1. Insert a blind filter basket into the portafilter.
2. Place one Cafiza tablet into the blind basket.
3. Lock the portafilter into the group head.
4. Run the brew cycle for approximately 10 seconds, then stop.
5. Repeat this process several times according to your machine’s cleaning procedure.
6. Remove the portafilter and rinse thoroughly with clean water.

After cleaning, run several rinse cycles with fresh water before brewing coffee.

Specifications

• Product Type: Espresso Machine Cleaning Tablets
• Tablet Size: 2g
• Format: Solid cleaning tablets
• Intended Use: Backflushing espresso machines
• Manufacturer: Urnex
• Made In: USA

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I use cleaning tablets?

For home espresso machines, backflushing with cleaning tablets is typically recommended every 1–2 weeks depending on usage. Commercial machines are usually cleaned daily.

Can I use Cafiza tablets in Breville espresso machines?

Yes. Cafiza tablets are commonly used with Breville espresso machines that support backflushing and cleaning cycles.

Are these tablets safe for commercial espresso machines?

Yes. Urnex Cafiza is widely used in cafés and commercial environments for routine espresso machine maintenance.

Do these tablets descale the machine?

No. Cafiza tablets remove coffee oil residue. Descaling products are used separately to remove mineral scale from boilers and water systems.

Can these be used in superautomatic machines?

Some superautomatic machines accept cleaning tablets, but always follow the manufacturer’s recommended cleaning products and procedures.

When Should You Use Espresso Machine Cleaning Tablets?

Espresso machines accumulate coffee oils and residue during normal brewing. These oils build up inside the group head, valves, and brew pathways, which can negatively affect espresso flavor and machine performance.

Cleaning tablets like Urnex Cafiza are used during the backflushing process to remove these oils and keep the brewing system clean.

Signs Your Espresso Machine Needs Cleaning

• Bitter or stale espresso flavor
• Slow espresso flow or inconsistent extraction
• Visible coffee residue around the group head
• Reduced crema quality

Regular cleaning helps maintain consistent espresso quality and prevents buildup that can affect internal machine components.

Regular cleaning is essential to maintain espresso machine performance and flavor quality. Backflushing removes coffee oil buildup from the brew group and internal valves. This type of cleaning should be performed regularly on espresso machines that use a three-way solenoid valve. Descaling, on the other hand, removes mineral scale caused by hard water and is performed separately using a descaling solution. Recommended Cleaning Frequency Home espresso machines • Backflush with cleaning tablets every 1–2 weeks Commercial espresso machines • Backflush with cleaning tablets daily Routine cleaning helps maintain consistent espresso extraction and protects machine components from buildup.