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Lelit PL042 Anita EMI
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Lelit PL042 Anita EMI

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single boilerLelit 57 mm group headwater tank57 mm portafilterFor beginner
ColourStainless steel
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Also available as Lelit PL042 Anita EM (589,22 €) · Lelit PL042 Anita TEMD (682,61 €) Compare models ↓
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Scope of delivery Everything you need for the first shot included
  • 1 ×portafilter with double spout
  • 1 ×single basket (7 g) and double basket (14 g)
  • 1 ×pod basket for E.S.E. pods
  • 1 ×plastic tamper
  • 1 ×user manual
  • 1 ×cleaning powder
Model
Lelit PL042 Anita EMI
Condition
New
Manufacturer
Lelit, Italy
Manufacturer number
LE-PL042EMI
EAN
8009437001491
Model comparison

What sets the Lelit PL042 Anita EMI apart from its siblings?

The same product line, different configurations. The rows come from the same data sheet that appears further below.

Same for all: Construction, Group head, Flow control, Boiler volume, Boiler material

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Lelit PL042 Anita EMI
Lelit PL042 Anita EMI Price from 575,27 €
Construction
single boiler
Group head
Lelit 57 mm group head

The E61 was introduced in 1961 and has remained the reference point since. A thermosiphon keeps it at temperature continuously, instead of you having to search for it before each shot. You can get seals, shower screens and portafilters for it from specialty dealers, not just the manufacturer.

Temperature control
no
Preinfusion
mechanical

Before full pressure the coffee grounds are pre-wetted with low pressure. This is done mechanically through the design of the brew group, without electronics and without adjustments. It prevents channeling in the puck, that is spots where the water breaks through too quickly.

Flow control
no

With Flow Control you manually control how quickly the water runs through the coffee grounds: start slowly, then increase pressure. That takes the edge off acidic beans and gives you an extra adjustment. Without Flow Control the extraction runs at a fixed pressure, and that is enough for most recipes.

Boiler volume
Thermoblock
Boiler material
aluminum

Aluminum is light and warms up quickly, which is why it is used in compact machines. As a result, the machine is ready for use earlier than one with a heavy brass boiler.

Water connection
water tank

With a tank the machine does not need a water connection and can be placed anywhere there is a power outlet. For that you have to refill, and the water quality is in your hands: filtered or soft water reduces descaling.

Steam power
normal
Extraction
manual
Pump type
vibration pump

The vibration pump is the most common type for home use: compact, affordable, reliable. It is audible, namely for the duration of the extraction, about half a minute.

Cup warmer
yes

The top surface of the machine is warmed by residual heat. A prewarmed cup draws less heat from the espresso, and those last degrees decide whether it still tastes the same in the glass as in the cup.

Standby
no

The machine switches itself off after a set time or goes into a low-power state. That saves electricity when you turn it on in the morning and then forget about it during the day. Without standby it stays on until you switch it off.

Portafilter diameter
57 mm

58 millimeters is the most common size. Baskets, tampers, levelers and distributors are available for it from many manufacturers, so you are not tied to an unusual size or a single supplier.

Heat-up time
5 min
Control
No app control
Power
1350 W
single boiler
Lelit PL042 Anita EM
Lelit PL042 Anita EM Price from 589,22 €
Construction
single boiler
Group head
Lelit 57 mm group head
Temperature control
no
Preinfusion
programmable
Flow control
no
Boiler volume
Thermoblock
Boiler material
aluminum
Water connection
water tank
Steam power
normal
Extraction
manual
Pump type
vibration pump
Cup warmer
yes
Standby
no
Portafilter diameter
57 mm
Heat-up time
10 min
Control
No app control
Power
1200 W
single boiler
Lelit PL042 Anita TEMD
Lelit PL042 Anita TEMD Price from 682,61 €
Construction
single boiler
Group head
Lelit 57 mm group head
Temperature control
yes
Preinfusion
no
Flow control
no
Boiler volume
Thermoblock
Boiler material
aluminum
Water connection
water tank
Steam power
normal
Extraction
manual
Pump type
vibration pump
Cup warmer
yes
Standby
no
Portafilter diameter
57 mm
Heat-up time
10 min
Control
No app control
Power
not specified
Who the Lelit PL042 Anita EMI is made for

Classic portafilter technology, without detours.

One boiler serves brewing and steaming sequentially. For espresso that is completely sufficient; if you want milk, switch over and wait briefly.

  1. 01 Mornings in a hurryReady after 5 minutes. No timer needed.
  2. 02 57 mm portafilterA unique size, not the common 58 mm. There are baskets and tampers for it, but the selection is smaller; pay attention to the specification when choosing accessories.
  3. 03 Lelit 57 mm brew groupA brew group from the manufacturer, not an off-the-shelf part. Seals and portafilter come from the manufacturer, and it is tuned exactly to this machine.
What's inside

The technology that matters for espresso.

On the machine

Group headFaema E61

The E61 was introduced in 1961 and has remained the reference point since.

BoilerAluminum

Aluminum is light and warms up quickly, which is why it is used in compact machines.

WaterWater tank 2.7 l

With a tank the machine does not need a water connection and can be placed anywhere there is a power outlet.

Portafilter58 mm portafilter

58 millimeters is the most common size.

Inside: you do not see it, but you notice it

PreinfusionMechanical preinfusion

Before full pressure the coffee grounds are pre-wetted with low pressure.

PumpVibration pump

The vibration pump is the most common type for home use: compact, affordable, reliable.

Technical data

The data sheet, complete and without needing to ask.

The same values by which you filter and compare in the shop. Is something missing? Write to us, we'll add it.

Technical specifications

Constructionsingle boiler
Group headLelit 57 mm group head

The E61 was introduced in 1961 and has remained the reference point since. A thermosiphon keeps it at temperature continuously, instead of you having to search for it before each shot. You can get seals, shower screens and portafilters for it from specialty dealers, not just the manufacturer.

Pump typevibration pump

The vibration pump is the most common type for home use: compact, affordable, reliable. It is audible, namely for the duration of the extraction, about half a minute.

Temperature controlno
Boiler volumeThermoblock
Boiler materialaluminum

Aluminum is light and warms up quickly, which is why it is used in compact machines. As a result, the machine is ready for use earlier than one with a heavy brass boiler.

Preinfusionmechanical

Before full pressure the coffee grounds are pre-wetted with low pressure. This is done mechanically through the design of the brew group, without electronics and without adjustments. It prevents channeling in the puck, that is spots where the water breaks through too quickly.

Flow controlno

With Flow Control you manually control how quickly the water runs through the coffee grounds: start slowly, then increase pressure. That takes the edge off acidic beans and gives you an extra adjustment. Without Flow Control the extraction runs at a fixed pressure, and that is enough for most recipes.

Water

Water connectionwater tank

With a tank the machine does not need a water connection and can be placed anywhere there is a power outlet. For that you have to refill, and the water quality is in your hands: filtered or soft water reduces descaling.

Tank volume2.7 l

Operation

Extractionmanual
ControlNo app control
Portafilter diameter57 mm

58 millimeters is the most common size. Baskets, tampers, levelers and distributors are available for it from many manufacturers, so you are not tied to an unusual size or a single supplier.

Cup warmeryes

The top surface of the machine is warmed by residual heat. A prewarmed cup draws less heat from the espresso, and those last degrees decide whether it still tastes the same in the glass as in the cup.

Heat-up time5 min
Standbyno

The machine switches itself off after a set time or goes into a low-power state. That saves electricity when you turn it on in the morning and then forget about it during the day. Without standby it stays on until you switch it off.

Steam powernormal

Dimensions and energy

Width32 cm
Depth26 cm
Height37 cm
Weight10,2 kg
Power1350 W

Care and service

Cleaning requirementslow
Descalingnormal
Maintenancehigh

Use

Area of applicationbeginner
Scope of deliveryportafilter with double spout, single basket (7 g) and double basket (14 g), pod basket for E.S.E. pods, plastic tamper, user manual, cleaning powder

Manufacturer: Lelit · LELIT srl a socio unico, Viale del Lavoro, 47, 25045 Castegnato (BS), Italy, www.lelit.com, [email protected]

From our roastery

The matching espresso, freshly roasted.

Three varieties that we have dialed in on exactly this machine. Start recipe included.

All coffee beans in our range are organic.

Hornisgrinde Organic Espresso, Single Origin Brazil Hornisgrinde Organic Espresso, Single Origin Brazil

Marzipan on the first sip, followed by milk chocolate, vanilla in the finish. Round body, soft texture, very little acidity.

Start recipe: 17-18 g in the double basket → 36-40 g (Brew Ratio 1:2 to 1:2.3) in 28-32 s

Mount Everest organic espresso blend from five origins Mount Everest organic espresso blend from five origins

Chocolate base from Brazil, bright stone fruit from Ethiopia, clear fruit and structure from Honduras, syrupy depth from the Indonesian Gayo...

Start recipe: 17-18 g in the double basket → 36-40 g (Brew Ratio 1:2 to 1:2.3) in 28-32 s

Vesuv Organic Espresso Blend, Arabica and Robusta Vesuv Organic Espresso Blend, Arabica and Robusta

Intense. Spicy. Powerful. Vesuv is our darkest espresso.

Start recipe: 17-18 g in the double basket → 34-38 g in 25-28 s

Beans ship free with the machine and come from the same roast week.

Useful accessories

The parts you really need

Wiedecent Tamper V6 58.35 mm Wiedecent Tamper V6 58.35 mm

The tamper supplied with most machines is made of plastic. A properly fitting tamper fills the portafilter basket to the edge, and it is exactly there that you find out whether the water will flow through evenly.

149,18 €incl. VAT.
Brewing group brush with wooden handle Brewing group brush with wooden handle

Run it through the brew group once a day, two minutes of work. Without that, coffee oils build up on the shower screen and the extraction becomes uneven long before you taste it.

19,31 €incl. VAT.
PULY Caff Powder NSF PULY Caff Powder NSF

Backflush with a blind basket every one to two weeks. This removes the coffee oils from the group head and valve that the water jet does not reach.

13,94 €incl. VAT.
Service & warranty

You buy a machine for ten years. We'll be there.

2 years statutory warranty, handled by us

You write to us, not the manufacturer. We organize pickup, repair and return shipping.

Voluntary 5 year warranty, for an additional charge

Paid option that you add in the purchase area. It covers you three years longer than the statutory warranty. Surcharge per model, here 210,37 €.

Spare parts & maintenance

Seals, shower screens, pumps in stock. Maintenance service recommended after two years.

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What distinguishes the Lelit PL042 Anita EMI espresso machine with integrated grinder from the Lelit PL042 Anita EM espresso machine with integrated grinder?

The Lelit PL042 Anita EMI differs from the PL042 EM mainly due to the use of durable stainless steel buttons, while the EM features plastic buttons that can wear out over time. Additionally, the EMI version offers an improved steam wand, which optimizes handling and the quality of steam for milk preparation. This makes the EMI ideal for baristas who value quality and durability.

Soll ich die Lelit PL042 Anita EMI Siebträgermaschine mit integrierter Mühle oder die Lelit PL042 Anita TEMD (PID) Siebträgermaschine mit integrierter Mühle kaufen?

Bei der Entscheidung zwischen der Lelit PL042 Anita EMI und der Lelit PL042 Anita TEMD (PID) Siebträgermaschine kommt es auf Ihre spezifischen Bedürfnisse an. Die PL042 TEMD bietet mit ihrem PID-Temperaturcontroller eine präzisere Steuerung der Wassertemperatur, was für viele Baristas ein wichtiger Aspekt für die Kaffeezubereitung ist. Auf der anderen Seite überzeugt die PL042 EMI durch ihre robusten Edelstahltasten und ist ideal für Einsteiger, die auf eine manuelle Lösung setzen möchten. Wenn Sie Wert auf Temperaturstabilität legen, empfehlen wir die TEMD-Variante.

How is the temperature stability with the thermoblock, is there even consistent extraction?

With the aluminum thermoblock as in the PL042 EMI, the brewing temperature fluctuates somewhat. A PID control is necessary for consistent extraction. Shot deviations are possible, especially with consecutive extractions. If you are looking for reproducible brewing temperature and calibration for different roast levels, opt for the PL042 TEMD with PID and boiler.

Taugt die integrierte 38mm-Konischen-Mühle für reproduzierbare Espresso-Mahlgrade oder brauche ich extern was Ernstes?

Die 38mm-Konischen mit stufenloser Mikrometer-Einstellung mahlen fein genug für Espresso. Problem: Die Einstellmechanik ist schwergängig, die Skala schwer reproduzierbar ablesbar, im Team-Betrieb oder bei häufigen Bohnenwechseln nervt das massiv. Außerdem mahlt sie deutlich langsamer als dedizierte Mühlen, bei vollem Workflow staut sich die Schlange. Für deine Ansprüche ist das Mahlwerk der Flaschenhals. Wir würden dir zu einer separaten Mühle mit guter Einstellbarkeit raten und die PL042 EMI nur kaufen, wenn Platz absolut kritisch ist.

Wie stabil hält die PL042 EMI die Brühtemperatur über mehrere Shots, gerade bei hellen Äthiopier-Röstungen mit engem Temperaturfenster?

Die PL042 EMI hat keinen PID und arbeitet mit mechanischer Temperaturregelung über den Thermostat. Das bedeutet: Die Brühtemperatur schwankt je nach Standzeit und Bezugsdauer um mehrere Grad. Bei hellen Single-Origins mit engem Extraktionsfenster wirst du das im Geschmack merken, identische Rezeptur, unterschiedliche Ergebnisse. Für Specialty-Kaffee mit präziser Temperaturkontrolle empfehlen wir dir die PL042 TEMD mit PID-Regelung aus unserem Shop. Die hält die Temperatur auf unter 2 Grad konstant und gibt dir reproduzierbare Extraktion bei sensiblen Röstungen.

Wie fein und konsistent mahlt das integrierte 38-mm-Mahlwerk, reicht das für gleichmäßige Partikelverteilung bei Specialty-Espresso?

Das 38-mm-Kegelmahlwerk mit stufenloser Mahlgradverstellung ist solide für den Einstieg, aber klar eine Kompromiss-Lösung. Die kleineren Scheiben erwärmen das Mahlgut schneller als dedizierte Mühlen mit 64-mm-Scheiben oder größer, und die Partikelverteilung ist weniger gleichmäßig. Für Specialty-Kaffee, wo du Feinabstimmung in der Extraktion brauchst, wirst du an die Grenzen stoßen. Single-Dosing ist nicht möglich, Bohnenwechsel umständlich. Wenn du reproduzierbare Extraktion und Flexibilität willst, fährst du mit separater Mühle und Maschine besser, gibt dir mehr Kontrolle über jeden Parameter.

What does single boiler mean and is it sufficient for espresso with milk?

Single boiler means: a heating system for espresso and steam in one circuit. You brew the espresso first, then wait for the system to reach temperature for steam, and froth the milk. Simultaneous brewing and frothing is not possible. This works well for one to two cappuccinos in the morning. The PL042 EMI operates with an aluminum thermoblock. For multiple milk drinks in a row, I recommend a double boiler like the Mara X, so you can brew and froth at the same time.

Why does the EMI have stainless steel buttons and the EM does not?

The EMI has stainless steel buttons, while the EM has oval buttons made of chrome-plated plastic. Stainless steel lasts longer mechanically, while plastic buttons may show signs of wear or discoloration after a few years of use. The EMI version is therefore built to be more robust, especially if you use the machine daily. Otherwise, both models are technically very similar: same grinder (38 mm conical burr), same 250 ml boiler, same brew group.

Wie lange dauert es, bis die Maschine aufgeheizt ist?

Die Anita EMI braucht etwa 5 Minuten, bis die Kontrolllampe signalisiert, dass der Boiler auf Temperatur ist. Realistisch solltest du aber 20-30 Minuten einplanen, damit die gesamte Brühgruppe durchgewärmt ist, sonst verliert der Siebträger beim Bezug zu viel Wärme und der Espresso schmeckt dünn. Klemm den Siebträger während der Aufheizzeit ein, dann ist er auf Temperatur wenn du brühst.

Is the integrated grinder good enough for espresso?

For starting with espresso, the integrated grinder of the PL042 Anita EMI is well suited. The conical grinder with a diameter of 38 mm and stepless adjustment allows for fine grinding for espresso. The bean container holds 130 g, which is enough for several days. If you later want to adjust the grind size more precisely or use different beans simultaneously, I recommend a separate grinder. For practicing grind size, brew ratio, and dosing, the integrated solution provides a good start.

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