Capsule espresso machine „Ascaso“ Bar KAP, 2 groups, Black

Two-group FAP capsule espresso machine with a 4 L steam boiler

The „Ascaso“ Bar KAP is a professional two-group espresso machine for FAP capsules: anyone on your team can make a great espresso, with no barista experience needed.

Each coffee group has its own insulated thermoblock, and a 4 L stainless steel boiler supplies steam and hot water, so you brew espresso and froth milk at the same time. Together they use energy more efficiently than a traditional espresso machine. The machine draws water from a 10 L tank or straight from the mains — you choose the version when you order.

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A thermoblock for each group

The groups heat up quickly and hold their heat: each has its own insulated thermoblock.

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Stable temperature

Every espresso tastes the same: electronic control keeps the brew temperature within ±1.5 °C.

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4 L steam boiler

You froth milk while the coffee is brewing: a separate insulated boiler supplies steam and hot water.

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Volumetric control

Every cup gets the same shot: the machine measures its two programmable doses by volume, and a technician sets the pump pressure with the over-pressure valve (OPV) on each group.

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FAP capsules

Espresso is made from standard single-dose FAP capsules, so there is no grinding or dosing to do.

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Stainless steel

Built to last: the steam boiler, steam wand and drip tray grid are stainless steel.

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Work area lighting

An LED light shines on the cups, so you can always see the coffee pouring.

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10 L tank or mains

Choose a version with a 10 L tank that slides out from the side, or one that is plumbed into the mains.

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Industrial design

Your bar looks modern: the industrial-style body combines black epoxy-coated steel with stainless steel.

Who it is for

The Bar KAP is made for places where the coffee is made by staff without barista training: the capsule takes care of the taste, and they just press a button. Two groups let you make several coffees at once.

The right temperature for every cup

The brew temperature adjusts from 90 to 106 °C in 2 °C steps to suit your coffee.

The groups are ready to brew about a minute after you switch on, so the first espresso is served almost straight away.

Each group has its own on/off switch, so in quieter hours you run only as many groups as you need.

The same dose every time

Programme the small (S) and large (L) doses once, then just press the button and the shot stops automatically.

The XL button keeps the coffee flowing until you press it again — handy for an unusual cup size.

Doses programmed on the left group are copied to the right one, so both groups pour the same.

Espresso from FAP capsules

All your staff need to do is put a capsule in the drawer, close it until it clicks and press a button.

When the drawer is opened, the used capsule drops into the container at the bottom of the machine, so the work area stays clean.

When the container is full, the buttons start flashing: empty it and the machine is ready again.

Milk foam and hot water

Steam is ready whenever you need it: a pressure switch keeps the boiler at 1–1.5 bar, and the gauge shows when it is up to pressure.

The Ø 12 mm stainless steel steam wand stays cool to the touch, so you can hold it safely.

Hot water for tea or for warming cups comes from a separate outlet.

Easy every day

The level sensor tells you when it is time to refill the tank, and a plumbed-in machine draws water straight from the mains.

The main switch turns on the coffee groups alone or together with the steam boiler, so the boiler runs when you need steam.

Cups up to 11 cm tall fit under the groups, and the adjustable feet (±30 mm) let you level the machine on the counter.

Comparison

The Bar KAP and Bar ONE share the same thermoblocks, steam boiler and controls; the difference is how the coffee is made.

If you want to make espresso from freshly ground coffee, choose the „Ascaso“ Bar ONE with Ø 58 mm portafilters.

Installation

• Power supply: 230 V, 50 Hz, 3,200 W; the circuit must be rated for at least 14 A.
• Tank: fill the 10 L tank with at least 3 L of fresh water and leave room at the side to slide it out; low-mineral water makes better-tasting coffee and helps the machine run trouble-free.
• Mains water: the plumbed-in version connects to a water tap with the supplied hose (3/4″ connection, 1–10 bar) and to a drain.
• Location: a flat, stable surface indoors at 0–40 °C; dimensions 560 × 540 × 450 mm (W × D × H), weight 56 kg.

Maintenance

A daily rinse with an empty capsule — about 30 seconds of water on the XL button — keeps every espresso tasting clean.

Wipe the steam wand with a damp cloth straight after use, and rinse it with steam wand cleaner at the end of the day.

Every three months, or every 3,000–6,000 coffees per group, a technician cleans and descales the internal circuit with „Ascaso“ Coffee Washer — the coffee keeps tasting great and the machine lasts longer.

What’s in the box

The machine comes with a 4-hole steam tip; the capsule drawer and the used capsule container are built in. FAP capsules are sold separately. The plumbed-in version comes with water supply and drain hoses.

Technical specifications