{"product_id":"olympia-express-bruhkopfdichtung-pu-u-500-fur-cremina","title":"Olympia Express Group Head Gasket PU U 500 – 95 Shore A, Red","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ccc-mobile-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOlympia Express Group Head Gasket PU U 500 – 95 Shore A, red\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe group head gasket made of polyurethane with the classic U-500 profile, in the harder 95 Shore A version, colored red. It seals the transition between the portafilter and the brew group and maintains pressure during extraction. The durable option for anyone who uses their Cremina intensively. Also suitable for older Maximatic models with a 49 mm portafilter. Original part from Schwanden GL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this gasket special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Shore A: longer service life, pressure stable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlympia designation: \"Group head gasket PU U500 95 Sh A red\". The 95 Shore A hardness (harder than the silicone version) ensures a significantly longer service life under pressure and temperature. Slightly firmer tamp feel when clamping, but more dimensionally stable over years. The material withstands temperature changes between standby and extraction without noticeable wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eU-500 profile with Cremina and 49 mm Maximatic dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecisely matched to the Cremina brew group – and according to Olympia, also suitable for older Maximatic models with a 49 mm portafilter. When replacing, simply pull out the old gasket and insert the new one with light pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"ccc-compare-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolyurethane (PU)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95 Shore A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eU 500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOlympia Express Cremina, Cremina SL, older Maximatic with 49 mm portafilter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchwanden, Canton Glarus, Switzerland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePU or Silicone – an honest comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePU 95 Shore A (red): durable, pressure stable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gasket. Harder, more dimensionally stable under pressure, longer service life. For anyone who uses their Cremina daily and wants to replace it as late as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilicone (installed ex works): softer, supple\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silicone version (dimensions Ø57.9\/48\/6.8 mm) is the original installed ex works. Softer to insert, temperature-resistant, slightly shorter service life than PU. You can find it in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/olympia-express\"\u003eOlympia Express Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this gasket is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor all Cremina and Cremina SL owners who use their machine intensively and are looking for a durable gasket. Also for owners of older Maximatic models with a 49 mm portafilter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAccessories suitable for maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilicone version as an alternative or for original factory setup: Silicone group head gasket in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/olympia-express\"\u003eOlympia Express Collection\u003c\/a\u003e. Complete gasket set for major maintenance: also there. Shower screens and boiler caps: same collection. Cleaning powder: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/maschinen-und-muhlenreinigung\"\u003eMachine and Grinder Cleaning Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference to the silicone version?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 95 Shore A PU gasket is harder and more pressure-stable, leading to a longer service life. The silicone version is softer, more temperature-resistant, and corresponds to the Cremina's factory original. PU is ideal for frequent users, silicone for those who want to keep the factory setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the gasket fit the Maximatic?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly on older Maximatic models with a 49 mm portafilter. Current Maximatic machines with a 54 mm portafilter require a different gasket. If in doubt: write to us with your year of manufacture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should I replace the gasket?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf water leaks from the portafilter during extraction or if the portafilter can no longer be clamped tightly. Typical replacement intervals for PU: 2–3 years with intensive use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I buy the gasket or see it live?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnline via coffeecoachingclub.ch with delivery in 2–4 working days throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein. On-site in our showrooms in Bern (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Coffee+Coaching+Club\/@46.9473953,7.4536073,16z\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eGerberngasse 44, 3011 Bern\u003c\/a\u003e) and Zurich (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Coffee+Coaching+Club\/@47.4138869,8.5508251,16z\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHagenholzstrasse 50b, 8050 Zurich\u003c\/a\u003e). Click and Collect available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoastery Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccc-roastery-tip\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 95 Shore A PU gasket is the honest choice for anyone who wants to use their Cremina for years without new maintenance appointments. A little more force when clamping, but significantly more dimensionally stable for longer. Our opinion, one of many.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the difference between PU and silicone group head gaskets?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"PU with 95 Shore A is harder and more pressure-stable, leading to a longer service life. Silicone is softer, more temperature-resistant, and corresponds to the Cremina's factory original. 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