Rocket copper back panel – Appartamento TCA
The copper Appartamento lives by its surface. That is exactly why every dent at the back stands out as soon as the machine is not standing with its back to the wall.
This item is the back panel of the Appartamento TCA in the copper version, part number A019908570. It closes off the housing at the back and covers the boiler and electrics.
When it is due
The panel is dented, scratched or tarnished at the edges – during transport, during servicing or over the years in its location.
The screw holes are torn out, so the panel no longer sits flat and one edge sticks out.
After water damage, rust or limescale marks appear that can no longer be polished away.
At a glance
| Type |
Back panel, housing panel |
| Installation location |
Back of the machine |
| Fits |
Rocket Appartamento TCA |
| Scope of delivery |
one panel, without screws and without logo |
| Part number |
A019908570 |
| Finish |
Copper |
| Brand |
Rocket Espresso |
| Installation |
Installation by a qualified technician recommended |
Important for installation
Behind the back panel are the boiler, lines and the electrics. Only remove it when the machine is disconnected from the mains, depressurised and cooled down.
The back panel is screwed on from the outside, but sits directly in front of live parts. We therefore recommend leaving the replacement to a qualified technician and deliberately do not provide step-by-step instructions.
When fitting it, it pays to take care with the edges: a warped panel will never sit cleanly again, and the screw holes cannot make up for it.
The back panels in the Rocket catalogue
Back panels differ by machine, colour and material. Mixing them up costs time, because you only notice once the machine is already open. We stock these items:
R60, stainless steel – A019905648
R58 – A010004658
R Cinquantotto – A019906928
R Cinquantotto, logo back panel
Mozzafiato, black, until 2025 – C01B00425
Appartamento TCA, copper – A019908570
Appartamento TCA, black – A019908569
Appartamento TCA, white – A019908568
The documentation does not give dimensions, sheet thickness or surface treatment for any of these items. If you are unsure, send us the serial number and we will identify the right back panel.
Who it is for
For anyone who wants their machine to look tidy again after years of use, and for workshops that, after transport damage, replace only the panel instead of the entire housing.
Also useful when the machine changes location and the back is suddenly visible – at an island counter in a café, for example.
What goes with it
The copper panel insert and the copper side panel go with the copper version of the Appartamento. There are also the front panel and the housing. All parts for the series are listed under Spare parts Rocket Appartamento.
From our workshop
When we replace a back panel in Bern or Zürich, we lay the screws down in the order they come out and at the end tighten them crosswise – first all by hand, then firmly one after the other. This way the panel does not warp and the gaps stay even. This is our workshop routine, not a manufacturer requirement.
Afterwards, the machine warms up idle for half an hour before we pull the first shot – Cozy Chocolate is our standard for that. More beans under Coffee beans.
Returns excluded
Original spare parts are excluded from exchange and return. They are procured specifically for each order and cannot be resold once they have been installed or test-fitted on the machine. So before ordering, check the model, year of manufacture and serial number of your machine – or send us a quick message and we will check the fit together. Your rights in the case of defective goods remain unaffected.
Frequently asked questions
Does this back panel fit every Appartamento?
Number A019908570 is assigned to the TCA. Older Appartamento models have different numbers. Send us the serial number and we will identify the right one.
Are screws or a logo included?
No. The panel is supplied on its own. Where available, we stock the logo and the mounting screws as separate items.
What are the dimensions of the back panel?
Dimensions, sheet thickness and surface treatment are not stated in the documentation. We deliberately do not give any figures here that we cannot back up. Send us the serial number and we will check the fit.
Is this an electrical part?
No. The back panel is a housing panel. However, the boiler and electrics are behind it, so the replacement belongs in expert hands.
Can I look at the part in your showroom?
Yes. We are in Bern at Gerberngasse 44 and in Zürich at Hagenholzstrasse 50b. Bring the serial number of your machine and we will check the fit together at the counter.
Questions about the fit? Write to us at [email protected] – ideally with the model and serial number of your machine. We deliver across Switzerland and to Liechtenstein in 2-4 working days.
