La Marzocco Pico Electronics – Motor Board (MG-EG) – Genuine Spare Part
Press the button, and the brushless induction motor of the Pico spins up – calm, full, without the high-pitched whine of many other home grinders. This sound, this controlled release of power, is governed by its own circuit board: the Motor Board.
While the CPU Board handles the controls and programming, the Motor Board regulates the actual drive – rotation speed, start-up behaviour, the force that reaches the conical burrs. A defect here usually shows up directly at the motor: unusual noises, irregular running, or a motor that no longer starts at all.
Where the Pico's power is regulated
Brushless induction motors run without carbon brushes, are low-maintenance and long-lasting – but driving this motor type needs its own electronics. That's exactly the job of the Motor Board, designated MG-EG. If the grinder runs unevenly, stops mid-dose, or the motor doesn't respond at all, the cause is often found here rather than in the burrs themselves.
At a glance
| Compatible with |
La Marzocco Pico |
| Function |
Motor control (Motor Board MG-EG) for the brushless induction motor |
| Origin |
La Marzocco, Florence, Italy |
| Item number |
A04068 |
Who it's for
For anyone with a Pico whose motor makes unusual noises, runs irregularly, or won't start at all any more. An electronic component inside the grinder – we recommend having it installed through our service.
Goes well with
Straight to the grinder in our Coffee Grinders Collection, where you'll also find the La Marzocco Pico itself. For dosing right on point, our coffee scales – compact and reliable with Normcore, or with app connectivity and flow-rate display with Acaia. More about your La-Marzocco setup can be found in our La Marzocco Collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know the Motor Board is defective?
Typical signs are unusual running noises, a motor that runs irregularly, or a motor that won't start at all any more.
What does the designation MG-EG mean?
That's La Marzocco's internal model designation for this Motor Board. If you're unsure whether it fits your Pico, our team is happy to help.
Can I install it myself?
This is an electronic component inside the grinder. We recommend having it installed through our service, so the motor runs reliably afterwards.
Can I see the product before I buy it?
Yes, in our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zürich (Hagenholzstrasse 50b) you can see the genuine spare part in person.
How quickly will the Motor Board reach me?
Delivery takes 2–4 business days, throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein.
The Roastery Tip
A motor that once again starts up calm and full deserves a coffee with substance too. Our main recommendation: Cozy Chocolate and Nutty Delight, dense, aromatic, full-bodied. For maximum body with virtually no acidity: Very Nutty. For anyone wanting to discover a fruity experience: Wild Peach, lively and always a discovery. Our recommendation from the roastery, one of many.
