Cleaning tablets URNEX Cafiza 8 tablets × 2 g – espresso machine group head and portafilter cleaning

URNEX Cafiza cleaning tablets, pack of 8 single-dose 2 g tablets, are formulated for backflushing and removing coffee oils, grounds and extraction residues from espresso machine group heads, portafilters and blind filters. Each tablet dissolves quickly in the recommended volume of water to produce an alkaline cleaning solution that targets oily buildup and brewed coffee films, helping to maintain stable extraction performance and consistent flavor in both commercial and home espresso equipment.

Advantages

Cafiza tablets provide a measured, convenient method for routine group head cleaning without handling powdered detergent. The single-dose format reduces overdosing and waste while ensuring reproducible concentration for effective removal of coffee oils and residue. Designed for compatibility with standard backflush procedures, the tablets dissolve reliably and rinse clean, minimizing downtime and helping preserve the mechanical performance and sanitation of group heads, portafilters and blind filters.

Suitable for

• Regular backflushing of commercial and domestic espresso machine group heads
• Cleaning portafilters, baskets and blind filters
• Preventive maintenance to reduce oil buildup and extraction variability
• Barista stations where controlled, single-dose cleaning is preferred

Key specifications

• Form: single-dose tablet (2 g each)
• Pack contents: 8 tablets
• Function: alkaline detergent for removing coffee oils and residues
• Application: designed for backflushing and cleaning group heads, portafilters and blind filters
• Solubility: dissolves in hot water to form a cleaning solution

How to use

Place a single 2 g tablet into the portafilter or blind filter according to your machine manufacturer’s backflush procedure. Start the backflush cycle for the time recommended by the espresso machine supplier, allowing the tablet to dissolve and the cleaning solution to work on oily deposits. Rinse thoroughly by running water cycles without detergent until no residue remains. For manual cleaning of portafilters and baskets, dissolve a tablet in the specified volume of hot water and soak or brush components, then rinse completely.

Usage recommendations

Use Cafiza tablets at the interval recommended by your equipment manufacturer or more frequently in high-volume settings. Avoid prolonged contact with aluminium parts and always rinse components thoroughly after cleaning. Store tablets in a cool, dry place away from direct moisture to preserve effectiveness.