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Kees van der Westen Speedster Idromatic Espresso Machine
The Kees van der Westen Speedster is a handbuilt Dutch single-group espresso machine, and this one carries the optional Idro-Matic pre-infusion cylinder and a black crackle body.
The Kees van der Westen Speedster pairs a 2.1 litre PID-controlled coffee boiler with a 3.5 litre steam boiler, both in 316L stainless steel, fed by an external rotary pump. Brewing is run from a three-position lever on the group, and coffee water temperature can be set in 0.1 °C steps on the self-learning PID.
This unit is fitted with the Idro-Matic, an optional adjustable pre-infusion cylinder that lets you tune how gently the puck is wetted before full 9 bar pressure arrives. It's a showroom machine with a black crackle body, built over a six-month wait, so there's no build queue to sit through. The Speedster is a plumbed machine and needs a dedicated circuit in its normal power setting, so check your kitchen before you fall for it.
2.1 L + 3.5 LCoffee + steam boilers
0.1 °CPID temperature steps
Idro-MaticAdjustable pre-infusion
~45 kgHandbuilt in the Netherlands
🔥 Dual Boiler 🌡️ Self-Learning PID 💧 Idro-Matic Pre-Infusion 🔧 External Rotary Pump 🖤 Black Crackle Body 🚰 Plumbed In 🇳🇱 Handbuilt by KvdW ✅ In Stock — Showroom Unit
Best for: 🏠 Serious home baristas · 🎛️ Pre-infusion tinkerers · 🏢 Executive offices · ☕ Specialty roasters' labs · 🎨 Collectors of handbuilt machines
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. Plumbed installation available for Sydney metro areas.
Key Features of the KvdW Speedster
🔥 Two stainless boilers
A 2.1 L coffee boiler and a 3.5 L steam boiler mean you can pull shots and steam milk at the same time without recovery waits.
🌡️ Self-learning PID
Each boiler has its own PID, and coffee water temperature adjusts in 0.1 °C steps.
💧 Idro-Matic pre-infusion
The adjustable cylinder controls how gently water reaches the puck before full pressure, helping light roasts extract evenly.
🎚️ Three-position lever
The group lever moves from pre-infusion to full 9 bar extraction, so you control each phase by hand.
🌿 Eco mode
Idle periods drop the steam boiler to 70 °C and the coffee boiler to 50 °C to save power.
🚿 Mixed hot water
One toggle gives boiling water or a tempered mix, set with a restrictor, for tea or long blacks.
What the Idro-Matic Actually Does
Pre-infusion is the low-pressure soak that comes before full extraction. Done well, it settles the puck so water flows through it evenly instead of finding a crack and channelling.
- On a standard Speedster, the lever's middle position provides line-pressure pre-infusion.
- The Idro-Matic adds an adjustable hydraulic cylinder, so you can set how slowly pressure builds during that phase.
- Moving the lever to its final position then brings the shot to full 9 bar extraction.
The payoff is most obvious with light, dense roasts and fine grinds, where a gentler ramp gives sweeter, more even shots with fewer sour or hollow ones.
Complete Technical Specifications
| Product Information |
| Brand |
Kees van der Westen (Netherlands) |
| Model |
Speedster |
| Option fitted |
Idro-Matic adjustable pre-infusion cylinder |
| Finish |
Black crackle body |
| Warranty |
12 months parts & labour via Di Pacci |
| Boilers |
| Coffee boiler |
2.1 L, 316L stainless steel, 900 W, PID-controlled |
| Steam boiler |
3.5 L, 316L stainless steel, 1,800 W (two 900 W elements) |
| Group & Pressure |
| Lever |
Three positions, full extraction at 9 bar |
| Shower |
0.6 mm jet, extra-thick screen with membrane, PEEK dispersion block |
| Temperature |
| Control |
Self-learning PID on each boiler |
| Adjustment |
0.1 °C steps |
| Eco mode |
Steam 70 °C, coffee 50 °C when idle |
| Pump & Steam |
| Pump |
External rotary pump, 300 W motor |
| Steam tip |
Four holes, 1.2 mm |
| Hot water |
Boiling or mixed, adjustable by restrictor |
| Physical & Power |
| Voltage |
220–240 V, 50 Hz |
| Normal power |
3,100 W peak, 13.5 A peak |
| Reduced power |
2,200 W peak, 9.6 A peak |
| Weight |
Approx. 45 kg |
| Water |
Plumbed mains connection |
Kees van der Westen doesn't publish fixed dimensions; ask us for the footprint drawing before you plan your bench.
What's in the Box
- Kees van der Westen Speedster with Idro-Matic
- External rotary pump
- Portafilters and baskets
- Operating manual
Plumbing fittings and a water filter are quoted separately with installation.
Speedster vs Lelit Bianca V3
Both are dual-boiler single-group machines with hands-on pressure control; they sit at very different points in the market.
| Feature |
KvdW Speedster |
Lelit Bianca V3 |
| Coffee / steam boiler |
2.1 L / 3.5 L |
0.8 L / 1.5 L |
| Pressure control |
Three-position lever, optional Idro-Matic |
E61 flow-control paddle |
| Pump |
External rotary |
Internal rotary |
| Water |
Plumbed |
Tank or plumbed |
| Power |
Up to 13.5 A peak (normal mode) |
10 amp |
Di Pacci recommendation: Buy the Speedster if you want a handbuilt machine with large boilers that will hold temperature through back-to-back drinks for years. Don't bother if you can't plumb in, or if you mostly want flow control on a standard power point; the Lelit Bianca V3 does that for a fraction of the price.
Grinders That Match the Speedster
A machine at this level shows up every flaw in a grinder. These are the ones we'd put next to it.
| Grinder |
Burr |
Why it pairs well |
| Ceado E37Z Naked |
83 mm flat, DLC |
Single-dose, near-zero retention for switching between light and dark roasts |
| Mahlkonig E65S |
65 mm flat |
Hopper-fed consistency if you pull lots of shots of one coffee |
| Niche Zero |
63 mm conical |
Low-retention single dosing with a rounder, heavier body in the cup |
Browse the complete home grinder range for more options.
Who This Machine Is For
✓ Ideal if you:
- Want a handbuilt, long-life machine
- Can plumb water to the machine
- Brew light roasts and want pre-infusion control
- Make several milk drinks back to back
- Have a dedicated circuit, or can use reduced-power mode
✗ Consider alternatives if you:
- Can't plumb in; see our home machines with water tanks
- Want flow control on a 10 amp point; see the Lelit Bianca V3
- Are new to espresso
- Have a tight bench that can't take a 45 kg machine
Kees van der Westen Speedster — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Idro-Matic on the Kees van der Westen Speedster?
It's an optional adjustable pre-infusion cylinder. It lets you set how slowly pressure builds during pre-infusion before the lever brings the shot to full 9 bar.
Does the Speedster need a 15 amp power point?
In normal power mode it peaks at 3,100 W and 13.5 A at 230 V, so it needs a dedicated circuit. A reduced-power setting peaks at 2,200 W and 9.6 A. Call (02) 9758 0760 and we'll confirm how this unit is set up.
Does the Kees van der Westen Speedster have a water tank?
No. It uses an external rotary pump fed from the mains, so it has to be plumbed in.
How big are the Speedster's boilers?
The coffee boiler holds 2.1 L and the steam boiler 3.5 L, both 316L stainless steel with PID control.
How heavy is the Speedster?
Kees van der Westen gives the weight as roughly 45 kg, so your bench needs to carry that load.
Is this Speedster new?
Yes. It's a brand-new showroom unit with the Idro-Matic and a black crackle body, available without the usual build wait.
Why Buy the KvdW Speedster from Di Pacci
Genuine Australian stock of Kees van der Westen equipment, an in-house service team with parts in stock, five showrooms (Sydney/Roselands, Melbourne, Perth, Port Macquarie, Queensland), in-store demonstrations, expert pairing advice, finance options, free shipping over $200, and a 12 month parts & labour warranty through Di Pacci. We can plumb and install the Speedster in Sydney metro areas and service it in-house. Di Pacci Coffee Co. has been in coffee since 2003.
