Astra Mega Automatic Espresso Machines

Commercial Coffee Machines

So Cal Coffee Service is proud to be a distributor of Astra Manufacturing commercial espresso coffee machines, well known throughout the restaurant and foodservice business. Astra offers three lines of semi and super automatic machines. Each machine is fully computerized, completely automated, and programmable. These machines produce a fresh cup of coffee with little or no user maintenance. Below are examples of the quality machines we carry.

Astra Mega I

The ASTRA Mega I is perfect for any size restaurant or similar high-volume facility—the only machine of its kind on the market. The Mega I is sold as a single-group espresso machine, but it is capable of conversion into a two-group compact machine by the user. Converting the Mega I to a Mega IIC requires the purchase of a conversion kit and then following some simple directions.

Whether it is utilized as a single-group or two-group machine, the Mega I is the only machine of its type and size. No other machine on the market can provide endless steam, constant temperature control, and the perfect shot of espresso.

The Mega I is available as a semi-automatic or fully automatic machine in 110 or 220 volt. Both the semi-automatic and the fully automatic coffee machines utilize Astra's renowned brewing mechanism and modular construction. The Mega I is also available with one or two steam wands.

Astra Mega II

The ASTRA Mega II (photo below) is a deluxe two group restaurant-quality espresso machine with a production capacity of 480 cups per hour. The Mega II is standardly equipped with three steam wands and one hot water valve OR two steam wands and two hot water valves but can be modified to fit the user's requirements. The Mega II is available as a semi-automatic or fully automatic machine in 220 volt. The Mega II is also available in a variety of colors to fit any decor.

Shown with 3 steam wand, 1 hot water valve configuration.

Standard on all Astra Mega machines:

• Produces up to 480 cups of creamy espresso per hour with 2 brewing heads
• Modular construction makes the Astra M2 012 one of the easiest and most reliable espresso machines to install, operate, maintain, and service.
• Pre-infusion capabilities
• Brewing system with thermo circulation and infusion provides absolute temperature consistency and quality
• Self tamping brewing mechanism
• Automatic water filling system with 12.5 liter boiler capacity
• Automatic water dispensing button
• 2 Hot water valves
• 2 Steam wands with manual steam controls
• Manual hot water controls
• Coffee waste drawer
• Nickel plated copper boiler
• Internal quiet motor with rotary-vane Procon pump
• Internal over sized power breaker for added safety
• Automatic shut-off if water does not reach the machine
• All American made nickel plated brass flare fitting eliminates future costly service
• No electrical components below the drain tray, avoiding electrical hazard and future costly maintenance
• Plumbed water connection and drain hookup are located under the drain tray
• No plastic internal parts grant greater durability than other machines on the market
• Available in black, red, blue, silvertone, and coppertone

• Modular construction for easy maintenance and service
• Brewing system w/thermo circulation design for absolute temperature consistency
• Quiet internal motor with rotary-vane procon pump
• Self-tamping mechanism
• Automatic high temperature switch with reset
• Vacuum valve to avoid milk from entering the boiler
• Automatic water fill
• Pre-infusion capabilities
• Pre-programmed to shut off if no water reaches procon pump
• No electrical component below the machine to avoid electrical hazard
• Microprocessor-controlled diagnostic system for quick troubleshooting
• Over sized internal power breaker for added safety
• Nickel plated brass flare fittings to reduce future costly service
• Programmable by user (applies to automatic machines only)
• ETL Certified: NSF-4, UL 197, and CSA C22.2 No.109
• All machines are available in a large variety of standard colors and made in any custom color upon request
• Optional stainless frames and panels
• Two (2) year manufacturer's limited warranty on parts except gaskets, knobs, valves, pumps and all wear parts (unless factory defective)

Astra Mega Dimensions:

• Left to Right: 27.25 Inches
• Front to Back: 19.5 Inches
• Height: 22 Inches