Six platforms. One reference desk.
Each platform has different controls, maintenance needs and upgrade paths. Pick your machine, verify the exact model or revision, then open the guide that matches the problem you are trying to solve.
Platforms.
Each machine page separates model differences, owner checks, maintenance and documented upgrade paths before you choose parts.
Gaggia Classic
A long-running 58 mm platform with multiple Classic generations. Identify the exact model before applying pressure, boiler or control advice.
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Rancilio Silvia
A long-running 58 mm single-boiler platform. Temperature, steam and pressure paths should be matched to the exact Silvia version.
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DeLonghi Dedica EC685
A compact 51 mm thermoblock platform with a pressurized-basket stock workflow. Moving to a non-pressurized basket raises the importance of grinder control and puck preparation.
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Flair 58
A manual-lever 58 mm platform with direct pressure control. Preheat hardware and accessory fit vary across Flair 58-family versions.
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Lelit Anna PL41
A LELIT57 platform. Current PL41TEM documentation includes PID control; other Anna variants should be checked by exact model before applying PID-specific advice.
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Dual Boiler and Barista Express use different 58 mm / 54 mm workflows. Verify the exact regional model, voltage and platform before comparing modifications.
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Group or basket workflow, machine type, what to verify first, and the best current guide entry.
| Machine | Group / workflow | Platform | Check first | Starting guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaggia Classic | 58 mm | Single boiler; details vary by generation | Exact Classic / Pro / Evo / E24 and existing OPV setup | Gaggia hub |
| Rancilio Silvia | 58 mm | Single boiler | Exact Silvia version and the temperature / pressure symptom | Silvia guide |
| DeLonghi Dedica | 51 mm basket workflow | Thermoblock | Pressurized vs non-pressurized basket and grinder fit | Dedica guide |
| Flair 58 | 58 mm manual workflow | Manual lever; preheat varies by version | Exact 58-family generation and preheat hardware | Flair guide |
| Lelit Anna | LELIT57 | Single boiler; controls vary by model | Exact Anna model, LELIT57 fit and control package | Lelit guide |
| Breville / Sage | 58 mm Dual Boiler / 54 mm Barista Express | Different platforms | Exact regional model, voltage and workflow | Breville hub |
Workflow diagnosis first.
If you already own a machine, start with the symptom and the exact model before choosing a modification or accessory.