IMS Precision Basket 54mm – h22, 12–16g (for Sage & Breville)
You take the basket out of the rinse, and it gleams right down to the holes – nothing sticks, nothing tarnishes. Exactly this clean, polished surface is the beginning of an even extraction, even with a lean 12–16g dose on your Sage or Breville.
Nobody needs a precision basket for good espresso – the original basket does its job. You want it because the cup becomes clearer and rounder. This is one of many possible choices, and we respect it either way.
What makes this sieve special
IMS's competition hole pattern is designed for even extraction: 583 round holes with a conical cross-section, distributed in a grid pattern, allow water to flow cleanly across the entire puck – fewer channels, rounder in the glass. The surface is brightly polished all around, even inside the holes, so that hardly any coffee residue sticks and cleaning is easy (dishwasher safe). Made of AISI 304 stainless steel in Italy, with a flat bottom. Espresso is extraction via a weight ratio, usually 1:2; what you taste is density, sweetness, and a rounded finish. Taste and smell are inseparable; a large part is created retronasally. It is our observation that the choice of basket fundamentally changes the aroma profile.
At a glance
| Manufacturer |
IMS (B62.52TH22E), Italy |
| Material |
AISI 304 stainless steel, brightly polished |
| Hole pattern |
583 holes, conical · flat bottom |
| Dose |
12–16 g (double) |
| Height |
22 mm · Width 62.5 mm |
| Fit |
Sage / Breville 54 mm · Tamper Ø 53–53.5 mm · bottomless & standard |
Who it's for
For Sage and Breville users (Express, Bambino, Bambino Plus, Barista Pro) who want to extract cleaner with leaner doses – every budget is welcome. Most visible in a bottomless portafilter. If you want to hold more coffee, you'll find the same basket in 24, 26, and 28 mm heights. You belong here because you love coffee – not because you use a specific basket.
What goes with it
Looks best in the bottomless portafilter of your Sage/Breville. To make the puck level: the tamper collection (for 54 mm, a 53.3 mm tamper, e.g., from Normcore) – premium tools are available at Weber Workshops. To prevent clumps beforehand: WDT Tools. Plus the matching grinder. All other baskets: Precision Baskets Collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the basket fit my Sage or Breville?
Yes – for 54mm brew groups, compatible with Express, Bambino, Bambino Plus, and Barista Pro (BES450/500/880/810/860XL/870XL/878), among others. For the standard portafilter, the plastic insert must be removed; in the bottomless portafilter, the basket sits directly.
What height and dose?
This variant (height 22 mm) is designed for 12–16 g. The series is also available in 24 mm (14–18 g), 26 mm, and 28 mm – higher = more coffee mass.
How do I clean the basket?
The polished surface prevents residue from sticking; the basket is dishwasher safe. Occasionally soak in cleaning solution for espresso oils.
Can I see the basket before buying?
Yes, in our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zurich Oerlikon (Hagenholzstrasse 50b).
Roastery Tip
An even basket rewards dense, aromatic beans the most. From our coffee roastery, Cozy Chocolate and Nutty Delight extract with body and roundness. If you're looking for maximum body without any acidity, stick with Very Nutty; if you like fruity notes, discover a vibrant peach note with Wild Peach. Our recommendation – one of many.
