Will the Pesado Nuova Simonelli shower screen fit my machine?

This screen is designed for Nuova Simonelli group heads — including Aurelia Wave, Appia II, Appia Life, Musica, Oscar II, and Victoria Arduino Black Eagle / White Eagle / Eagle One (Victoria Arduino is part of the Nuova Simonelli Group). If you're unsure, contact our team with your machine's model number — we'll confirm fit before you order.

Why upgrade from the standard shower screen?

Standard OEM shower screens have wider, fewer holes and unpolished surfaces — leading to channelling, uneven extraction, and faster oil buildup. The Pesado Competition screen has 121 conical-shaped holes, electro-polished surfaces (inside the holes too), and a 200µm reinforced membrane. Independent lab tests show it delivers significantly more consistent extraction than other major brands.

What's the difference between Pesado and IMS shower screens?

Pesado collaborates directly with IMS — the Italian filtration specialist — to manufacture their competition shower screens. The Pesado-branded screens use IMS's competition perforation pattern with Pesado's quality control standards. They're effectively the same engineering, sold under the Pesado brand alongside their matching baskets and tampers.

How often should I replace my shower screen?

Most baristas replace their shower screen every 12 months, depending on volume. Signs it's time to replace: visible blockages or pitting in the holes, uneven water distribution during a blank flush, channelling in your puck, or persistent inconsistent extraction. A blocked or worn screen is one of the most overlooked causes of bad espresso.

How do I clean my Pesado shower screen?

Backflush with a cleaning tablet weekly to clear coffee oils. Once a month, remove the screen completely and soak it in espresso machine detergent (cafiza or similar) for 20 minutes — then scrub gently with a soft brush. Never use abrasive pads or steel wool, as they damage the electro-polished surface. Browse cleaning products at Di Pacci.

Do you ship the Pesado shower screen Australia-wide?

Yes — we ship Australia-wide with full tracking. Free shipping on orders over $200, same-day dispatch on orders before 2PM AEST. Pickup is available from any of our five Australian showrooms in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Port Macquarie.