12 Volt espresso maker

Hi Frank,
Well that's interesting. So you are saying that the normal 12 outlet wont power it? It seems weird when it is supposedly made for using in the car or van 12v outlet.
Thanks,
Heather

Hi Heather,

No, I'm not saying that, but I think it is marginal.

It will be pulling nearly 12 amps. Standard wiring is notoriously skinny and at 12 amps there's bound to be a voltage drop which will reduce performance unless the appliance has been designed with that in mind.

Also, ciggy plugs/sockets are prone to letting the initial firm connection get loose. Then the plug and socket can heat up and even melt.

If I were to buy one I'd ensure the socket in the car or van was wired with decent wire (5mm, Narva rates theirs at 25 amps), and I'd replace the socket and plug with Merrits which have a positive engagement.

Cheers

Hey, Heather,

Our vehicle and camper is already wired as above, so you have solved a little Christmas gift problem for me. My wife, who always pines for real coffee when we are travelling, will be very happy (I hope :-))

Thanks for telling us about it.

It will be available mid December through the Web store, Frank. I had a reply to an email I sent this morning.
I will investigate the wiring in our van and car further and see what the auto electrician says for us before I go and buy one.

Hi Michelle,

I have just had an answer to an email I sent the company and apparently they go on sale mid December so maybe no one will have one yet. I saw it in the latest edition of 'Great Walks' magazine which I subscribe to.

I have a small Nespresso, bought for the caravan, and it can be powered by generator (if I am desperate). After my breakfast coffee (caffeinated) I only drink decaf and Nespresso decaf intenzo is the only palatable decaf I can find, and although I also have a Saeco in my home kitchen which grinds the beans and then makes the coffee, I still use the Nespresso for my decaf.

Luckily I have space for two coffee makers in my kitchen!

As you say, the pods aren't cheap however if the coffee is good I don't mind. I only drink black.

Heather

You can buy one now at Kogan for $149

12v espresso

I'm with you...a lot of expense and effort to make a piddling little coffee.
what's wrong with the good old percolator on the gas fire and have a decent cup full??