Lelit PLA360M Knock Box Drawer Set

The Lelit PLA360M knock box drawer set is a professional-grade accessory engineered for the efficient and hygienic disposal of used coffee grounds. Designed to integrate seamlessly into your espresso station, this robust drawer provides a dedicated space to knock out portafilter baskets, ensuring your workspace remains clean and organized. Its durable construction is built to withstand the demands of both home baristas and commercial coffee environments, streamlining the coffee-making process by keeping waste contained and out of sight.

Advantages

This knock box drawer offers exceptional durability due to its high-quality materials, ensuring long-term reliability even with frequent daily use. The design focuses on stability and noise reduction, allowing for a quiet and firm impact when emptying the portafilter. By centralizing the disposal of coffee grounds, it significantly improves workflow efficiency and maintains a tidy countertop, which is essential for any professional or home espresso setup.

Suitable for

• Home espresso stations
• Small to medium-sized coffee shops
• Office coffee corners
• Professional barista training setups

When it may not be suitable

This unit may not be suitable for users with extremely limited counter space, as it requires a dedicated footprint beneath or near the espresso machine. It is also not intended for high-volume industrial settings where a larger, standalone floor-standing knock box would be more appropriate.

Key specifications

• Professional-grade stainless steel construction
• Designed for seamless espresso machine integration
• Stable base to minimize vibration and noise
• Easy-to-clean removable drawer component

How to use

To use the Lelit knock box drawer, simply position it on your counter, ideally directly under your espresso machine or grinder. After pulling a shot of espresso, remove the portafilter from the group head and strike the edge of the portafilter basket against the knock bar within the drawer. The spent coffee puck will fall cleanly into the collection tray. Periodically slide out the drawer to empty the accumulated grounds into a compost bin or waste container.

What to consider before purchase

• Measure your available counter space to ensure the drawer fits comfortably.
• Check the height of your espresso machine to ensure the drawer does not interfere with your workflow.
• Consider the frequency of your coffee consumption to determine if the capacity meets your needs.

Usage recommendations

Regularly clean the drawer and the knock bar with a damp cloth to prevent coffee oil buildup and maintain hygiene. Ensure the drawer is fully emptied at the end of each day to avoid moisture accumulation.