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Lelit Bianca V3 PL162T Coffee Machine
Lelit Bianca V3 PL162T Coffee Machine
Lelit Bianca V3 PL162T Coffee Machine
Lelit Bianca V3 PL162T Coffee Machine
Lelit Bianca V3 PL162T Coffee Machine
Lelit Bianca V3 PL162T Coffee Machine
Lelit Bianca V3 PL162T Coffee Machine
Lelit Bianca V3 PL162T Coffee Machine
Lelit Bianca V3 PL162T Coffee Machine
Lelit Bianca V3 PL162T Coffee Machine
Lelit Bianca V3 PL162T Coffee Machine
Lelit Bianca V3 PL162T Coffee Machine
Lelit Bianca V3 PL162T Coffee Machine
Lelit Bianca V3 PL162T Coffee Machine

Lelit Bianca V3 PL162T Coffee Machine

Sale price
$4,399.00
Regular price
$5,499.00
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$1,100.00 (21%)
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Color:
Black Maple

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Lelit Bianca V3 PL162T Coffee Machine

One of the most celebrated prosumer espresso machines in the world — dual boilers, a walnut flow-control paddle and dual PID, putting full command of the extraction in your hands.

The Lelit Bianca V3 (PL162T) is the machine serious home baristas save up for. Built around dual stainless steel boilers (one brew, one steam), a silent rotary pump, and the legendary L58E group head with an integrated walnut-wood flow-control paddle, the Bianca V3 gives you full command of the extraction process.

The V3 generation brings faster heat-up, electronic Low Flow mode (programmable pre-infusion via the LCC OLED display), four energy-management modes, longer steam/hot-water wands and refined software. Where every other Lelit machine manages temperature, the Bianca goes further — giving you manual control over the flow and pressure of water through the puck during extraction. That's pressure profiling: the ability to create, adjust and repeat custom extraction curves once reserved for commercial machines costing three times as much.

Dual BoilerBrew + Steam
Flow ControlWalnut Paddle
Dual PID±0.5°C
10 AMPStandard Outlet
🎟️ Manual Flow Control Paddle ♻️ Dual Stainless Boilers 🌡️ Dual PID Control ⚙️ Electronic Low Flow Mode 📊 Dual Manometers 🔇 Silent Rotary Pump 🔔 Plumb-In Option ✅ In Stock — Australia
Best for: ☕ Advanced Home Baristas · 🎯 Pressure Profiling · 🧪 Single-Origin & Light Roasts · 🥛 Milk-Drink Households · 🏆 Competition Training
Free standard shipping Australia-wide on orders over $200. Standard shipping is $14.95 for orders below $200. Same-day dispatch for orders placed before 2PM, with secured, tracked delivery. Free commercial machine installation for Sydney metro areas.
All Lelit Home Machines Finance Options Talk to an Expert — (02) 9758 0760

Key Features of the Bianca V3

🎟️ Manual Flow Control Paddle

Walnut-wood paddle on the L58E group for real-time pressure profiling — shape every shot by hand.

♻️ Dual Stainless Steel Boilers

Independent brew and steam boilers let you brew and steam simultaneously, with no recovery time.

🌡️ Dual PID Control

Independent temperature control for each boiler via the LCC OLED, accurate to ±0.5°C.

⚙️ Electronic Low Flow Mode

Programmable pre-infusion and automated flow-reduction phases — a V3 feature for repeatable shots.

📊 Dual Manometers

Live pump-pressure and boiler-pressure feedback so you can see exactly what's happening during extraction.

🔇 Silent Rotary Pump

A commercial-grade rotary pump runs whisper-quiet — far quieter than a vibratory pump.

What Is Flow Control & Why It Matters

Flow control lets you adjust the rate of water flow through the coffee puck in real time during extraction. On the Bianca V3 you can do this manually via the walnut paddle, or electronically using the programmable Low Flow mode. The group manometer gives you live pressure feedback as you pull the shot, so you can:

  • Begin with low pressure for a gentle pre-infusion to saturate the puck evenly
  • Ramp up to full pressure for the main extraction phase
  • Drop pressure at the end to avoid over-extraction and bitterness

This improves extraction uniformity, reduces channelling and unlocks flavour clarity fixed-pressure machines can't match — especially powerful for light roasts, and smoothing for dark roasts. It's the feature that separates the Bianca from every other Lelit machine.

Complete Technical Specifications

Product Information
Model PL162T (V3 generation)
Manufacturer Lelit — Milan, Italy (founded 1988)
Available Finishes Stainless steel, black maple, white maple, gold — with walnut accents
Category Dual-boiler prosumer espresso machine with manual flow control
Boiler & Group Head
Boiler Type Dual independent stainless steel (brew + steam)
Brew Boiler 1.5L stainless steel
Steam Boiler 0.6L stainless steel
Group Head L58E E61-format thermosiphon, integrated flow-control paddle
Group Size / Material 58mm commercial · chrome-plated brass
Flow Control & Pressure Profiling
Manual Flow Control Walnut-wood paddle on L58E group (0–9 bar)
Electronic Low Flow Mode Programmable pre-infusion & flow reduction via LCC (V3)
Pre-Infusion Manual (paddle) or electronic (Low Flow programming)
Manometers Dual — pump pressure (group) + boiler pressure (steam)
Temperature
PID Control Dual independent PIDs — one per boiler
Temp Display LCC OLED — real-time brew & steam temps
Temp Accuracy ±0.5°C via PID
Heat-Up Time ~12–15 minutes (improved NTC system)
Pump & Steam
Pump Rotary (silent, commercial-grade)
Brew Pressure 0–9 bar (adjustable via paddle)
Steam Wand Anti-burn stainless, longer wand (V3); 2-hole & 4-hole tips
Hot Water Wand Independent hot-water tap, longer wand (V3)
Control & Water
LCC (Lelit Control Center) OLED — manages temps, timers, modes; built-in shot timer
Energy Management 4 programmable power modes (V3); 30-min auto-off
Water Tank 2.5L removable — side or rear placement
Plumb-In Yes — can connect to a water line
Physical & Power
Dimensions (W×D×H) 290 × 430 × 380mm
Weight ~25kg
Body High-sheen stainless steel with walnut accents
Power 10 AMP · 230–240V / 50Hz · ~1400W
Warranty 12 months parts & labour (Australian, via Di Pacci)

What's in the Box

  • Lelit Bianca V3 machine
  • 58mm commercial portafilter (walnut handle)
  • Single & double shot baskets
  • Dual steam wand tips (2-hole & 4-hole)
  • 2.5L removable water tank
  • Espresso cup rack
  • Coffee measuring scoop
  • Group-head cleaning brush
  • User manual

Bianca V2 vs V3 — What Changed

The V3 is a software and hardware refinement of the V2, not a ground-up redesign — same dual boilers, E61 thermosiphon flow-control group, rotary pump and dual PID. The changes:

Feature V2 V3 (current)
Heat-Up Time ~18–20 min ~12–15 min (improved NTC)
Low Flow Mode Manual paddle only Electronic, programmable via LCC
Energy Management Single auto-off 4 programmable power modes
Steam / Water Wands Standard length Longer — easier with large jugs
Software Original LCC firmware Refined LCC firmware

Di Pacci recommendation: Buying new? Choose the V3 — the improvements are genuine and the faster heat-up alone justifies it. Already own a V2? Not worth upgrading unless you specifically need electronic Low Flow mode for competition training.

Pair It With the Right Grinder

The Bianca V3 demands a quality burr grinder to unlock its potential. Di Pacci's recommended pairings:

Grinder Burr Why it pairs well
Niche Zero 63mm conical Single-dose, near-zero retention — ideal for flow-profiling experiments
Eureka Mignon Specialita 55mm flat Silent, stepless, excellent espresso clarity
Turin DF64 Gen 2.5 64mm flat Single-dose, ultra-low retention, SSP upgrade path
Mazzer Mini Electronic 58mm flat Commercial-grade, built to last decades
Varia VS3 Gen 2 83mm flat Premium single-dose, competition-grade

Browse the complete home coffee grinder range for more options.

Who This Machine Is For

✓ Ideal if you:
  • Are an intermediate-to-advanced home barista
  • Want to explore pressure profiling and flow control
  • Drink single-origin and light roasts and chase clarity
  • Make multiple milk drinks daily (dual boiler shines)
  • Are stepping up from a single-boiler machine
  • Want a plumb-in option for a café-style setup
✗ Consider alternatives if you:
  • Are a beginner — the learning curve is steep; see the Lelit Anna or a heat-exchanger machine
  • Have limited bench space (290×430×380mm, ~25kg)
  • Don't yet have a quality grinder — budget for one too
  • Want it bundled with a grinder — see the Bianca + Niche Zero or Bianca + Varia VS6 bundles

Lelit Bianca V3 — Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between the Bianca V2 and V3?

The V3 adds faster heat-up (12–15 vs 18–20 min via an improved NTC system), electronic Low Flow mode (programmable pre-infusion via LCC), 4 energy-management modes, longer steam/hot-water wands, and refined firmware. Core components (dual boilers, rotary pump, L58E flow-control group) are identical. Buying new, choose V3.

Does the Bianca V3 have PID temperature control?

Yes — dual independent PIDs, one per boiler. Set each temperature independently to ±0.5°C via the LCC OLED display.

Can it brew and steam at the same time?

Yes — with dual independent boilers (1.5L brew, 0.6L steam) you can pull shots and steam milk simultaneously with no temperature drop or recovery time.

What grinder should I pair with it?

A quality burr grinder is essential. Strong pairings include the Niche Zero, Eureka Mignon Specialita, Turin DF64 Gen 2.5, Mazzer Mini Electronic or Varia VS3 — see the pairing table above and our grinder range.

Is the Bianca V3 suitable for beginners?

It's best for intermediate-to-advanced baristas — flow control and dual PID management take practice. Beginners may prefer the Lelit Anna (single boiler, PID) or a heat-exchanger machine, then step up to the Bianca later.

How long does it take to heat up?

About 12–15 minutes from cold — faster than the V2. Allow an extra 5 minutes after "ready" for the group head to fully heat-soak for best results.

Can it be plumbed in?

Yes — it can be plumbed directly to a water line for café-style use, or run from the 2.5L removable tank. Di Pacci can arrange plumbed installation for Sydney metro.

Does Di Pacci service Lelit Bianca machines?

Yes — our in-house technicians are authorised Lelit service specialists, with all parts in stock. Book service online or call (02) 9758 0760.

Why Buy the Bianca V3 from Di Pacci

Authorised Lelit dealer with genuine Australian stock and full manufacturer warranty, an in-house authorised Lelit service team with all parts in stock, five showrooms (Sydney/Roselands, Melbourne, Perth, Port Macquarie, Queensland), in-store demonstrations, expert grinder-pairing advice, finance options, free shipping over $200, a 12-month parts & labour warranty, and barista training to help you master flow control. Di Pacci Coffee Co. has been in coffee since 2003, with an authorised Lelit service workshop in Australia.

All Lelit Home Machines Finance Options Talk to an Expert — (02) 9758 0760

Shipping Information

FREE COMMERCIAL MACHINE INSTALLATION FOR SYDNEY METRO AREAS.

* We do not install jug rinsers. *


Machine Installations for outside Sydney metro areas or Interstate areas must be booked by calling (02) 9758 0760 ( charges apply ).

PAYMENT OPTIONS

Payment

We accept Afterpay, Zip, PayPal, Visa, MasterCard or American Express.

We also offer easy finance options. Please contact us at support@dipacci.com.au. for further information. You can also call us at (02) 9758 0760

GST Included

GST is already included for all of our product prices. No need to pay extra on top of our product prices.

GST amount will be mentioned in your tax invoice upon purchase.

No transaction Fees

Regardless of the payment method used, no transaction costs will be incurred. We absorb them all.

MACHINE INSTALLATION

FREE COMMERCIAL MACHINE INSTALLATION FOR SYDNEY METRO AREAS.

* We do not install jug rinsers. *


Machine Installations for outside Sydney metro areas or Interstate areas must be booked by calling (02) 9758 0760 ( charges apply ).

WARRANTY POLICY

New Products

12-24 Months

Used Products

3 Months

All of our products include 3-12 Months Warranty for parts, non consumable.

SHIPPING INFO

Free standard shipping on all orders across Australia when you order is over $200

Our Standard Shipping Cost Is $14.95 for orders below $200. Freight charges may apply to non-metro areas and bulky items.

Same Day dispatch for orders placed before 2PM

Well Secured Fast Shipping Provided With Tracking Number.



Our Shipping Partners

Australia - Australia Post, Aramex & TNT.


International - DHL & other third party couriers.

EXCHANGE OR RETURNS

Our Returns & Warranty Policy outlines your rights as regulated by the Australian Consumer Law and other relevant laws.

Customer Error Returns:
We are able to return the product for a refund if the packaging remains intact and the item has not been unboxed. Kindly notify us within 14 days of the date of delivery. If your item is unused and unboxed, we can issue a refund, minus a restocking & handling fee of 30% of the invoiced value, provided that we are notified within 14 days of the delivery date. The product must be returned at store or shipped by customer at their own cost. The refund or credit will be processed after the item has been returned and inspected to ensure that it is in re sellable condition. The product needs to be returned safely by the customer.

Faulty Products

Of course, nothing in this returns policy limits or excludes any guarantees, warranties, representations or conditions implied or imposed by law, including the Australian Consumer Law ("ACL") (or any liability under them) which by law may not be limited or excluded. If you are a "consumer" under the ACL, the following notice applies to you:

"Our goods come with warranties and guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law ("Consumer Guarantees"). You are entitled to a replacement or a refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure."

For more info, please visit our Returns Policy

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