Product update: This kit is compatible with ALL Rancilio Silvia versions, including the latest V4, V5 (E or M), and V6 (E or M) models.
The KIT-RSRTDNb is a retrofitting kit designed to control the coffee water temperature on an espresso machine. It is compatible with all versions of Rancilio Silvia. However, if you have a model made between 2000 and May 2006, there should be two extra holes on the top of the boiler, right beneath the thermostats, for M4 screws. Therefore, using the PT100M4 screw sensor can enhance performance and so you can select another retrofitting kit, KIT-RSRTD. The best way to check is to open the machine and remove one of the thermostats. Please read this guide on how to determine which sensor works for your machine.
Main Feature. The coffee water temperature in the boiler of a home espresso machine is originally controlled by a bi-metal thermostat, which causes a big temperature swing. The KIT-RSRTDNb PID controller kit replaces the function of the mechanical coffee thermostat. After the kit is installed, the standby brew water temperature can be controlled to within ±1° (F or C) accuracy. Thus, it will significantly improve the taste and consistency of your espresso. Users can see the boiler temperature on the PID controller directly and also easily adjust the brew water temperature to suit their own tastes.
- Monitor and display the boiler temperature precisely.
- Regulate the standby coffee water temperature to within ±1° (F or C) accuracy.
- Allow easy adjustment on the coffee water temperature.
- Greatly improved the taste and the consistency of brewed espresso shot.
- All buttons on the Rancilio Silvia machine function the same way as they were.
- The kit installation is fully reversible.
Please note, this kit doesn't control the steam temperature nor has the pre-infusion timer function. If you also need features such as steam temperature control, pre-infusion, and a timer, please check the KIT-RSPb pre-infusion kit.
LED display color. The digital LED display module is available in red or white.
Box color. Two different colors of the controller box are offered, silver and black. The silver box is coated with clear anodized aluminum with a brush-finished stainless steel front panel. It is suitable for Rancilio Silvia with a stainless steel finish. The black box has a durable powder coating. It is suitable for Rancilio Silvia's black edition.
Temperature unit. Select the preferred temperature unit so that all parameters are pre-set properly for you.
Power input. The kit is compatible with both 110VAC and 240VAC power.
What is included
- The kit includes all the parts and the materials to complete its function.
- A copy of the digital manuals, which includes a detailed installation guide, an operation manual, and supplementary documents. (Available for download after purchasing the kit.)
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of electronics wiring and safety.
- Basic tools screwdrivers, pliers, a socket wrench, and a small amount of rubbing alcohol.
- 40-60 minutes of time.
Warranty: 6-month limited warranty with a 30-day money-back guarantee is offered. See here for details.
Instruction Manual: The instruction manual & installation documents are only available for download for customers who already purchased the kit from our website, you can download the manual zip file from our website by one of the following methods:
Figure 1. The PID kit can maintain the standby coffee water temperature within ±1° (C or F) of the set value.
Figure 2. A Rancilio Silvia machine with a PID kit installed.
Note:
1. The Rancilio Silvia E (V5 E and V6 E) sold in European countries have an auto-power-off feature. Our kit is compatible, however, it doesn't disable the auto-off feature. If you want to defeat the auto-power-off feature, please refer to this link (by Matthias), or the complete guide in English here (shared by Gregor).
2. We are in the process of updating the installation manual of V5/V6 model M and model E. To be notified when finished, please contact us.
3. This kit (KIT-RSRTDNb) only regulates the coffee water temperature. For advanced features such as controlling steam temperature and pre-infusion/shot timer, please see KIT-RSPb.
4. Refurbished KIT-RSRTDNb is limited in stock here.
5. Links to replacement parts: sensor RTDstat; single-channel SSR: SRDA25; aluminum box: SBOXS. The PID controller in this kit is NOT SYL-1512A. If you need to replace the PID controller, please contact us for the correct part.
6. If you have questions regarding our coffee kits, please check our Help Center first.
7. Please follow our installation guide to install the kit. Here is a helpful video posted by our customers on their YouTube channels.
* On Rancilio Silvia M V5, by Pete's Rancilio Silvia.
This product was added to our catalog on Sunday 22 July, 2007.
