Olympia Express 49mm Basket for Cremina – 1 Cup, Original from Schwanden
The original Cremina basket, 49mm in size, made for a single espresso. Standard injection-molded profile with even water distribution across the entire puck surface. If a basket in your Cremina is worn out or you want to have a spare – here is the direct original source.
What makes this basket special
Original size and original profile
49 mm – the exact size of the Cremina portafilter. Standard profile, as it has been used in every Cremina machine for decades. Made of stainless steel, precisely stamped perforation for even flow.
1 cup: for the classic single shot
Designed for approximately 7 to 9 grams of ground coffee, depending on grind size and bean. The classic single espresso, as Olympia intended it since the original Cremina.
At a glance
| Diameter |
49 mm |
| Cup format |
1 cup (Single Shot) |
| Material |
Stainless steel |
| Profile |
Standard injection-molded |
| Compatibility |
Olympia Express Cremina, Cremina SL |
| Origin |
Schwanden, Canton Glarus, Switzerland |
Original basket or precision basket – an honest comparison
Original: Olympia Express 49mm Basket
This basket here. The one that came with your Cremina when you bought it. Solid standard profile, robust, durable, fair price. For anyone who wants a replacement basket in the original size.
Precision Baskets: IMS, SSP and others
For those who want to optimize extraction towards higher clarity and more even flow rates: precision baskets have more finely stamped perforations, often with gold coating or refined hole patterns. Available in our IMS Precision Baskets Collection. Our opinion: For most Cremina owners, the original basket is more than sufficient. Those who want to experiment will find exciting options in the precision segment.
Who this basket is for
For all Cremina owners who are looking for an original replacement basket in the correct size. Also ideal as a backup, in case the main basket is being cleaned or is wearing out. Functional and no frills.
Accessories that fit the Cremina setup
Basket cleaning: Brushes and cleaning powder from the Machine and Grinder Cleaning Collection. Tamper 49mm: from the Olympia Express Collection for the Swiss original, or more affordable with spring calibration from the Normcore Collection, Premium from Weber Workshops. Grinders that match the Cremina: Hand Grinders Collection or electric from the Coffee Grinders Collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I replace my basket?
If the perforation shows cracks, is visibly clogged despite cleaning, or if the extraction becomes uneven (channeling despite correct tamping and distribution). A basket will last for many years with normal care.
What is the difference between a 1-cup and a 2-cup basket?
The depth of the basket and thus the amount of ground coffee: a 1-cup basket holds about 7 to 9 grams, a 2-cup basket about 14 to 18 grams. The diameter remains the same for both (49 mm for the Cremina).
Does the 49mm basket also fit the Maximatic?
No. The Maximatic has 54mm baskets – there is a separate Olympia basket available in the appropriate size for it.
Where can I buy the original basket or see it live?
Online via coffeecoachingclub.ch. Our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44, 3011 Bern) and Zurich (Hagenholzstrasse 50b, 8050 Zurich) show a wide selection, but not our entire range – the display changes. Drop us a quick line at [email protected] before your visit, and we will check whether the product you have in mind is currently there.
Roastery Tip
A 1-cup basket rewards fine grinding and concentrated flavor development. For a single shot, our Cozy Chocolate from our roastery really shines – with dense chocolatiness and a long caramel finish. Our opinion, one of many.
