Lelit Bianca PL162T — Dual Boiler Espresso Machine with Flow Control, L58E Group & Rotary Pump

For the home barista who demands complete control over every extraction

The Lelit Bianca PL162T is a dual boiler espresso machine with an L58E group and manual flow control via paddle. It's designed for the specialty coffee enthusiast who wants to dial in every parameter — from pre-infusion timing to final pressure profiling.

What sets it apart

The registered-design walnut paddle lets you modulate water flow in real time during extraction. In the prosumer dual boiler segment, few machines combine an E61-style group, a silent rotary pump, and integrated flow control in a single unit. The dedicated group manometer reads actual pressure at the puck — not just pump pressure — giving you actionable feedback on every shot.

Key specifications

• AISI 316L stainless steel dual boiler — 800 ml (brew) + 1.5 L (steam): simultaneous espresso and milk texturing with no thermal compromise.
• Rotary pump — quiet and built for longevity, it delivers consistent pressure across extended sessions and is suited for plumbed-in use.
• LCC (Lelit Control Center) with OLED display — PID temperature regulation for both boilers to the degree, programmable pre-infusion, and four operating modes (Sleep, Stand-by, E-Mode, Always ON).
• Adjustable pump pressure up to 12 bars via external screw — fine-tune to your roast profile.
• 2.5 L external water tank repositionable on three sides, with direct plumbing and drain kit compatibility.
• Dimensions: 290 × 585 × 390 mm (W × D × H, tank at rear position) — plan counter depth and overhead clearance accordingly.
• Power: 1,400 W — standard 15-amp outlet (120 V / 60 Hz, North American version). Heat-up time: approximately 12–14 minutes.
• Weight: 26.5 kg (58.5 lb) — a permanent countertop installation.
• 58 mm portafilter compatible with all LELIT58 barista accessories.

Daily use

Switch the Bianca on 12–14 minutes before your first shot and it's ready to go. The Eco mode automatically disables the steam boiler after an idle period, while keeping the brew boiler at 70 °C — a practical balance between energy savings and fast recovery. Cool Touch anti-burn steam and hot water wands, a removable AISI 304 stainless drip tray, and an easily detachable water tank make daily maintenance straightforward. The machine ships fully equipped: two walnut-handled LELIT58 portafilters (bottomless and 2-spout), three IMS baskets, a blind filter, a stainless tamper, a water softener filter, and a Lelit microfiber cloth.

Ideal for / Not ideal for

Ideal for:

• The intermediate-to-advanced home barista passionate about specialty coffee.
• Anyone who wants to explore flow profiling and personalized extraction curves.
• Small specialty cafés or tasting bars pulling up to 40–60 espressos per day.

Not ideal for:

• Beginners looking for a plug-and-play machine — the Bianca rewards hands-on learning, but it requires time investment to get the most from it.
• High-volume establishments pulling more than 80–100 shots per day — explore our La Marzocco commercial lineup at lheureuxinc.com.
• Those who prefer one-touch automated coffee — our De'Longhi automatic machines are worth exploring at lheureuxinc.com.

Category positioning

In the prosumer dual boiler segment with integrated flow control, priced between $3,500 and $5,000, the Lelit Bianca PL162T stands out by combining an L58E group, a rotary pump, and a flow control paddle — features typically found only at a significantly higher price point. The polished AISI 304 stainless steel body, solid walnut accents, and plumb-in capability bring a level of finish rarely matched in this price category.

Included and compatible accessories

Ships with two walnut-handled LELIT58 portafilters (bottomless and 2-spout), three IMS baskets (9–11 g, 14–18 g, 18–21 g), IMS blind filter, stainless tamper, brush, 70 L water softener filter, and a Lelit microfiber cloth. For optimal extraction results, a flat burr grinder with fine stepless adjustment is essential — browse the Compak grinder lineup available at lheureuxinc.com.