Reimagined from the ground up, the Rocket Appartamento TCA is a genuine upgrade from the original while maintaining its original mystique and minimalistic operation. With its aesthetic overhaul, upgraded stainless steel frame, internal PID regulation, and four temperature settings to perfect your brewing style, the Rocket Appartamento TCA is our lineup's cleanest and most unique mid-size heat exchanger.
Rocket Appartamento TCA Espresso Machine
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Description
Description
What you will need
What you will need
• Burr Grinder
• Precision Scale (in grams)
• Tamping Mat
• Frothing Pitcher (for milk drinks)
• Soft water (75-150ppm)
30-day love it guarantee
30-day love it guarantee
Home espresso is a big investment. We want to make sure that you are 100% in love with your new setup. You have 30 days to return your machine to us without risk. While we can't pay for the shipping on the way back if you change your mind (we absolutely will if there is a problem), we can make the rest of the process as easy as possible.
Shipping & returns
Shipping & returns
In-stock items ship within 1-business day.
Free shipping on orders over $75. To be eligible for free shipping, the final order amount, after applying any discounts, including rewards points, must exceed $75.
Returns are accepted up to 30 days from the date the order was delivered. Smallware items must be unused. Parts are non-returnable. Open Box, Like New, and Factory Blem items are also non-returnable.
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Need to Know
What is it?
The Rocket Appartamento TCA is an Italian-built and designed heat exchange espresso machine. Replacing the older pressure-stat model, TCA stands for temperature control adjustment, which utilizes a precise internal PID that employs an algorithm to maintain a set temperature, allowing you to set a temperature based on a coffee’s roast level. No temperature surfing is required. Instead of using a display to change the temperature, the Appartamento remains simple and free of screens and extra buttons—allowing you to enter programming mode using the main power switch and use the brew lever to choose from four different pre-set temperatures.
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1 red indicator light flash: ~196F or low temperature
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2 flashes: ~200F or medium
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3 flashes: ~203F or high
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4 flashes:~ 208F or very high
Also new with the TCA:
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Durable one-piece solid stainless steel frame
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New look E61 grouphead
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New bold Rocket logo on the rear machine panel
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Angled and rubberized portafilters with chrome tips
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Insulated steam wand
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Magnets to secure drip tray on the frame
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The heating light doubles as a low-water indicator
Who is it for?
The home barista who has a compact but stylish kitchen needs a machine that can produce consistently delicious shots and provide the steam power for multiple lattes. The four temperature settings give the home barista an added layer of precision, giving espresso-only purists more accuracy and less guesswork for non-PID heat exchangers.
Why do we carry it?
The Rocket Appartamento packs an unreasonable amount of power into a wonderfully small package, making it an easy pick for those who need a top-notch machine but are short on space. If you want to serve a dinner party of milk drinks, the Appartamento will have you covered, and it certainly won't let you down when you want to get nerdy and try different recipes.
Tech Specs
Dimensions | |
Height: | 14.1" |
Width: | 10.63" |
Depth: | 17.63" |
Weight: | 48.5 lbs |
Housing | |
Material: | Stainless steel |
Drip Tray: | Stainless steel |
Drip Tray Cover: | Stainless steel |
Drainable Drip Tray: | No |
Water Reservoir | |
Reservoir or Plumbed: | Reservoir |
Capacity: | 2.5 L / 84.5 oz |
Material: | BPA free plastic |
Removable: | Yes |
Low Water Shutoff: | Yes—light indicator |
Steam Wand | |
Material: | Stainless Steel |
No Burn (Insulated): | Yes |
Wand Movement: | Articulating—fully rotating |
Steam Tip Holes: | 2 |
Optional Steam Tips: | Yes |
Controls | |
Temperature: | PID |
Brew Temperature Adjustment: | Via programming mode/brew lever |
Display Type: | N/A |
Display Can Be Disabled: | N/A |
Integrated Shot Timer: | No |
Built-In On/Off Timer: | No |
Display Cleaning Reminder: | No |
Pre-Infusion: | Yes |
Flow Profiling: | Yes |
Volumetric Dosing: | No |
Pressure Gauges: | 1, steam boiler pressure |
Cup Warming Tray | |
Material: | Stainless Steel |
Portafilters & Tampers | |
Materials: | Chrome plated brass, plastic handles |
Type: | 58mm |
Portafilters Included: | 2 (single and double-spouted) |
Baskets Included: | Single, double, and backflush disk for cleaning |
Tamper Included: | Yes |
Group Head | |
Type: | E61, lever activated |
Maintenance: | Backflush detergent |
Boilers | |
Material: | Copper |
Brew Boiler Size: | N/A |
Steam Boiler Size: | 1.8 L |
Brew Boiler Power: | N/A |
Steam Boiler Power: | 1300 W |
Boilers Automatically Fill: | Yes |
Insulated: | No |
Pump | |
Pump Type: | Vibratory |
Recommended Brew Pressure: | 9 Bar |
Adjustable Brew Pressure: | Yes |
Warranty | |
Clive Warranty: | 3 Year |
Other Details | |
Recommended Application: | Home or Office |
Commercial Certifications: | No |
Max Wattage: | 1350 W |
Plug Type: | Standard 15 amp |