E61 Grouphead Upgrade Kit – IMS Screen, Gasket, Shim & Grease

Name: E61 Grouphead Upgrade Kit – IMS Screen, Gasket, Shim & Grease
Brand: Verybarista
SKU: E61200IMkit
Price: 31.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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E61 maintenance and upgrade kit featuring the IMS E61200IM precision shower screen with integrated membrane technology for balanced water distribution and consistent espresso extractions.

Description

This kit was assembled by Verybarista for home baristas looking for a complete E61 refresh solution. Alongside the IMS precision screen, the package includes a genuine Cafelat 8 mm silicone gasket, food-safe silicone grease, and a paper shim for fine tuning group head fitment and portafilter alignment. Easy and simple installation. The noticeable difference in performance will be immediate.

IMS Competition Nanotech Shower Screen E61200IM - The integrated membrane shower screen is made of a single filtering part in stainless steel obtained through a process of photo-etching: special micro perforations are made inside the thickness of the shower to obtain a filtering power of 200 μm. Increases extraction consistency. Made in Italy.
8mm Cafelat Gasket is made of food grade FDA silicone. Unlike original rubber gaskets, Cafelat gaskets do not have any smell or taste, easy to change, very durable. Gasket is softer than original to ease a good seal. Cafelat specializes in gaskets for espresso machines and develop gaskets with the best fit.
Silicone Grease Molykote 111. Safe, tasteless, odorless, premium quality. Safe for food and your espresso machine. Prevents gaskets from sticking to metal, plastic, resists weathering and water washout. Silicone gaskets require silicone grease, other type of lubricant may damage the silicone. Molykote 111 is The Industry Standard lubricant with decades of proven performance. Made in USA.
Paper Shim. Optional to use. Helps in case of old, worn out or custom portafilter. If Portafilter locks in too far to the right you might install paper shim. It will make gasket "thicker" and portafilter will lock-in earlier, more towards the left side. Paper Shim is installed before the gasket. Paper should face group head and not touch portafilter.

Compatibility

The kit will work with Rocket Espresso, ECM, Quickmill, Vibiemme, Lelit 58mm, Wega, San Remo, Bezzera, Expobar, Faema, Iberital and other E61.

Compatibility Notice: please verify your exact machine model and portafilter diameter before ordering, as brands often use different sizes across models. If you are unsure, contact us before purchasing - we’re happy to confirm compatibility.

Instructions & Care

Installation Instructions

Turn Off & Unplug
Ensure your machine is switched off, unplugged, and completely cooled before starting.
Remove old shower screen and gasket.
Clean the Group Head - wipe away loose coffee grounds, then use a brush or backflushing method to clean thoroughly. This ensures your new parts work at their best.
Add paper shim if needed for tighter lock-in.
Lubricate sides of a new silicone gasket with just a small amount of compound.
Place gasket with shower screen into group head and use Portafilter to lock it in.
Test the Installation. Run a short shot of water without coffee to check for proper water flow and sealing.

Care & Maintenance Tips

Backflush Weekly - use a blind filter and espresso machine cleaning powder to backflush your machine regularly, preventing coffee oil buildup.
Rinse After Each Use - after brewing, run water through the group head for a few seconds to keep the shower screen clean.
Wipe & Inspect - periodically remove the shower screen and rinse under warm water. Wipe down the shower holder to prevent residue buildup.
Replace Gasket as Needed - while silicone gaskets last longer than rubber, replace them when they become loose, brittle, or discolored - usually every 1 year, depending on usage.
Avoid Harsh Scrubbing - the IMS shower screen’s Nanotech coating is designed for easy cleaning - avoid abrasive pads that could damage the surface.
Never put these parts in a dishwasher.
Never soak in harsh chemicals.

What's Included?

One shower screen in an original IMS box.
Silicone Cafelat gasket.
Molykote 111 silicone grease.
Paper shim.

Specifications

Dimensions

Body diameter: 56,5 mm, border diameter: 60 mm, wall height: 17 mm external
Material

Screen: stainless steel, gasket: silicone, Grease: siloxanes and silicones, dimethyl, silicon dioxide, silicone metalloid complex.

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Help & Advice

Is this difficult to install?

No. Installation is straightforward and typically takes only a few minutes with basic tools.

What does the IMS shower screen improve?

The IMS integrated membrane design helps distribute water more evenly across the coffee puck, improving extraction consistency and reducing uneven saturation.

Why replace gasket and screen at the same time?

Because both are removed during the same process - and both affect extraction.If you replace only one:

Old gasket can still leak
Old screen can still distribute unevenly

Result: Partial improvement only.