IMS (Industrie Macchine Caffè)
IMS B602TH29E / PA2TH29E Competition Basket La Pavoni Millennium
Best precision filter for La Pavoni Millennium home espresso enthusiasts.
Elevate your espresso with the IMS Competition Basket, meticulously crafted for La Pavoni Millennium lever machines (2000+). This basket features 583 precisely engineered circular holes with a conical section, ensuring superior extraction. Constructed from durable, food-safe Aisi 304 stainless steel, it delivers competition-grade results for an exceptional coffee experience. Please note: modifications may be necessary for shallow portafilter bodies or specific bottomless portafilters. Discover the difference precision engineering makes in every shot.
$29.86
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
270
/ 719
#270 in Coffee Filter Baskets
Price vs Category Average
-1%
Below average
Holes
583
/ circular holes with conical section
Who it's for
- Home baristas seeking café-quality extraction consistency
- Modern espresso lovers experimenting with higher dose ratios
- Efficiency-focused users wanting easier maintenance and cleaning
Who should skip it
- Owners of vintage pre-Millennium La Pavoni machines
- Baristas using lower dose recipes or limited clearance setups
- Budget-conscious shoppers preferring standard replacement parts
Performance breakdown
Extraction Uniformity
Precision-engineered hole geometry ensures remarkably consistent water flow through the puck.
Build Integrity
High-grade stainless steel construction offers professional durability for daily lever operation.
Flow Dynamics
Conical hole design minimizes clogging and promotes a cleaner, balanced espresso shot.
Installation Compatibility
Requires specific portafilter clearance which may necessitate minor hardware adjustments.
Maintenance Ease
Simple design allows for quick rinsing, though manual cleaning is required.
Flavor Clarity
Refined perforation pattern unlocks nuanced tasting notes in specialty coffee roasts.
Key Specs
Holes
583 circular holes with conical section
Material
Aisi 304 stainless steel, food safe certified
Total height
29.6mm
Height from under the lip to bottom
26.7mm
Compatibility
La Pavoni Millennium lever machines since 2000
Part #
PA2TH29E / B602Th29E
Filter Type
Permanent Reusable
Dishwasher Safe
False
Features
- Competition-grade extraction performance
- Precision 583 hole pattern
- Durable Aisi 304 stainless steel
- Food safe certified construction
- Designed for La Pavoni Millennium
- Conical section hole geometry
- Permanent reusable filter
What customers say
Enthusiasts consider the IMS competition basket a transformative upgrade for La Pavoni lever machines, primarily due to superior espresso quality and consistency. Users praise the precision machining for delivering cleaner flow, resulting in sweeter flavor and higher yields. A key theme is the basket's superior build quality. However, achieving maximum benefit requires pairing this high-precision component with an equally high-quality stepless grinder and meticulous puck preparation. While the price is premium, serious home baristas agree the significant performance gain justifies the investment for unlocking their machine's full potential.
Know before you buy
No, this basket is specifically engineered for La Pavoni Millennium lever machines manufactured from 2000 onwards. It is not compatible with older, pre-millennium models due to differences in group head dimensions.
Depending on your specific portafilter, you may need to make adjustments. Because this basket has a height of 29.6mm, it may not fit into shallow portafilter bodies or certain bottomless portafilters without minor modifications.
The 583 precisely engineered holes feature a conical section that helps prevent clogging and promotes a more uniform flow. This design ensures a more consistent extraction, resulting in a cleaner, more balanced cup compared to standard stock baskets.
No, this basket is not dishwasher safe. We recommend cleaning it by hand with warm water and a soft brush to maintain the integrity of the precision-engineered holes and the stainless steel finish.
Aisi 304 stainless steel is a food-safe, high-quality material known for its excellent durability and resistance to corrosion. It ensures that your basket will remain hygienic and perform consistently over years of daily use.
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