Profitec Pro 300 protective mat – protection for the cup tray
The cup stands on something soft instead of bare metal, and it's still warm when you take it down.
Why a warm cup makes more of a difference than you'd think
Espresso comes in a small quantity and cools down correspondingly quickly. A preheated cup holds the temperature longer, and temperature decides which compounds are released at all and reach your nose. What we experience as aroma arises largely retronasally, that is, via the throat to the olfactory mucosa as we swallow. An espresso that cools too quickly loses depth precisely there.
That's why this mat has a precisely matched hole pattern: the warmth of the tray still reaches the cup, and preheating works as usual. At the same time, there's a layer between the base of the cup and the metal that catches scratches and signs of wear. The material is a vegan leather alternative made of polyurethane, washable and easy to care for, and its thickness ensures that it lies flat without creases or waves.
It's cut for the Profitec Pro 300, the compact dual boiler machine with a ring group head that can also be run as a single boiler if needed. Coffee brown looks calm and understated, cognac warmer and more visible. Does anyone need something like this? No. You either want it or you don't. Our opinion is one of many.
At a glance
| Compatible with |
Profitec Pro 300 |
| Versions |
Coffee brown, cognac |
| Material |
Vegan leather alternative made of polyurethane |
| Properties |
Washable, easy to care for, lies flat without creases or waves |
| Hole pattern |
Precisely matched, cups preheat as usual |
| Item numbers |
SDE-PRO-300-KAF_H2 (coffee brown), SDE-PRO-300-COG_H2 (cognac) |
Who it's made for
For anyone who has a Pro 300 on the counter and wants to keep it looking the way it did on day one. For anyone who stacks cups and doesn't want to be careful every time. And for anyone who simply likes the colour on the metal.
You'll find the machines themselves in the Profitec collection, and an overview of all models among our coffee machines. If you want to buy a Profitec in Switzerland, you'll find it online just as in Bern and Zurich.
What goes well with it
If you protect the tray, you usually like a tidy routine too. For anyone who wants an affordable, compact and precise scale: the Normcore coffee scales. If you want app connectivity, flow-rate display and Bluetooth: Acaia. Both help you extract by weight ratio rather than by time, with 1:2 as a calm starting point.
And if milk is part of it: for anyone who wants an affordable, well-shaped milk pitcher, the Normcore pitchers go a long way. If you're looking for thicker material and a finer spout, you'll find them at Rhino and Weber Workshops. No budget is just a beginning.
Frequently asked questions
Which machine does this protective mat fit?
It's cut for the cup tray of the Profitec Pro 300. For other Profitec models we carry separate cuts, for example for the Pro 400, the Pro 500 and Pro 600, the MOVE and the GO.
Do the cups still preheat on it?
Yes. The hole pattern is precisely matched to the tray so that the warmth still reaches the cups. The mat lies in between without sealing off the tray.
How do I clean it?
Wiping it down is enough. The material is a vegan leather alternative made of polyurethane, washable and easy to care for, and it keeps its shape.
Can I see the product before buying?
Yes. In our showrooms in Bern at Gerberngasse 44 and in Zurich at Hagenholzstrasse 50b, you can see Profitec machines and accessories in person. Buying online is the normal route, and this text is deliberately meant to replace a consultation.
How quickly do you deliver, and where to?
We deliver within 2 to 4 working days throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein. The quickest way to get answers to your questions is by email to [email protected] or by phone during business hours.
From our coffee roastery
Warm cups and a dense bean belong together. From our coffee roastery, Cozy Chocolate and Nutty Delight are the recommendation for the vast majority: full-bodied, aromatic, round and sweet, with caramel, chocolate and nuts.
For maximum body without any acidity there's Very Nutty, and as a discovery for the curious, the light-roasted Wild Peach with its fruity side. That's our recommendation, one of many, and any bean you enjoy works.
Questions about fit or your order? Write to us at [email protected] or visit us at coffeecoachingclub.ch. The showrooms in Bern at Gerberngasse 44 and in Zurich at Hagenholzstrasse 50b are open during business hours.
