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Coffee & Espresso

Custom espresso machine modifications featuring Gagguino builds with advanced pressure profiling, flow control, and real-time extraction monitoring. Precision engineering meets perfect espresso.

Gagguino Build

The Gagguino project transforms a Gaggia Classic Pro espresso machine into a precision brewing system with full control over pressure, temperature, and flow rate. This build includes custom electronics, sensors, and a touch screen interface for real-time monitoring and profiling.

Real-time extraction monitoring with pressure profiling

Gagguino Build

Complete Gagguino build with touch screen

Gagguino Internal Electronics

Custom internal electronics and sensors

Key Features

Pressure Profiling

Real-time pressure control and profiling capabilities allowing for custom extraction curves and optimal flavor development.

Flow Control

Precise flow rate management with feedback control for consistent shot-to-shot performance.

Temperature Management

PID temperature control with multiple sensors for stable brew temperatures and steam control.

Data Logging

Comprehensive shot logging and analysis with graphs showing pressure, flow, and temperature over time.

Workbench & Tools

Soldering Setup

Precision soldering setup for custom electronics

Technical Expertise

This project showcases skills in electronics design, embedded systems programming, sensor integration, and precision engineering - all transferable to scientific instrumentation and laboratory automation.