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Another Added benefit - no PVC residue flavoring.

TAZ]]>Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/
Moka pots are great, but if you get a plain aluminum one, it will taste like aluminum. I think it's definitely worth the extra to go with stainless steel, or at least plated.

I love me some espresso...]]>Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/
I was at 12k last Nov in the Sangre De Cristos here in Colorado hunting...
Not sure what you've been told about life at 14k, but it's darn hard to even light (match or lighter) a cigarette at 12k, let alone 14k. Heating up water would probably take forever.

However, that's a great invention that I'll have to try next time at camp.

-John]]>Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/
Carmi, Carmi, Carmi. Please look up the terms "DIY", "hobby", and "leisure time". Most people don't get paid during their leisure time, even if they wanted to. By doing these projects during your leisure time, you don't lose any revenue, therefore the project carries no "labor cost".]]>Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/
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BTW - What idiot designed the big, expensive machines anyway? Obviously they never tried to work one when caffiene deficient in the morning.]]>Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/
http://www.edirectory.co.uk/pf/pages/moreinfoa.asp?recordid=1760103&cid=880&afid=88888]]>Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/
in case anyone is thinking of making something like this, it's a proof of concept and there is definately room for coffee loving hackers to improve on the design.

things to improve:
- looks: can you think of a prettier way to pressurize water than the caulk gun method?
- materials: pvc was easy to find and work with, but perhaps there is a better material suited to the task.
- function: higher pressure would be desirable.
- efficiency: something a bit easier to use and that required less water per pull would be desireable.

so consider it an assignment. come up with a cheap way to make your own espresso machine, attack one or more of the issues above, send it in to hackaday, and i'll make sure to post it.

...and if you are successful, someone will call you an idiot for making cool-ass crap :)

hack on!
]]>Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Ick.
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But, if I'm ever stuck in a warehouse full of PVC pipe, and I have some espresso grind in my pocket, I know what I can do for entertainment in the mean time!]]>Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/
Carmi
http://writteninc.blogspot.com]]>Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Make sure you are wearing full protection gear and give all the coffee away~!]]>Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/
Also, most espresso fanatics concur that a pressure closer to 9-10 atm is ideal. Most pumps produce 14-15, but they are regulated down to make better coffee. I wonder if maybe you can get that kind of pressure with a caulking gun...]]>Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Oh please, this isn't espresso, where's the crema?

Gosh, just halve the water in a french press and you'll accomplish the same thing.

I can't believe somebody wasted their time with this.. two thumbs down.]]>Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/
http://www.quickspice.com/cgi-bin/SoftCart.exe/scstore/cookwarecoffeemaker.shtml?E+scstore

Let's not even think about the excellent taste that PVC would impart on coffee... or whether boiling water could cause PVC to release anything dangerous into the mix. MMM.... Dioxyns....
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david, i believe pvc is approved and commonly used for potable cold water, though i believe it is not approved for hot water due to joint failure problems. cpvc is probably the correct 'similar' material to use for this application. you can find it just as easily and it has the same specs (looks like pvc but beige).

the manufacturing of both products is extremely nasty and not a 'green' process and it's disposal poses an environmental hazard, so that's a really big downside. i'd like to see someone come up with a better solution that involves a more eco-friendly and easy to obtain material.

oh, and you absolutely do not want to burn either product.]]>Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/
Dorks!
"umm you know that poly cloride leaches heavy metal"
"the manufacturing of the stuff is not a green process"
"i'd like to see someone come up with a better solution that involves a more eco-friendly and easy to obtain material."

Dude: Heavy metal is a style of rock music...if he can make that thing play some sammy haggar...more power to 'em

now go shoot yourself]]>Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Theres one device this guy forgot to invent, a coffee grinder.]]>Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Sure, there's the DIY "I made this" factor, but I think you realistically just need to shut up and go get a proper cup of coffee.
Or... sit there and drink your stank brew while sitting proudly next to your CAULKING GUN. The choice is yours :-)]]>Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/
I'll give you a point for originality though. Find me some food grade PVC and I might just put this in my car for road trips and the wierdness factor, but not in my pack.]]>Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/
Why am I posting?

Just wondering do any of you guys need coffee in the morning to get yourselves going? Not taking the piss - I find it interesting that some people need that caffeine fix. That 'I couldn't live without coffee' feeling.

I guess not being a coffee person I wouldn't understand - so I'll go away now...
]]>Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/
Where's the crema....come on folks, this is some guy tinkering in his shop, should he have added a frother and hot water spicot as well as made it do one of those cool patterns in the top of the cup??? Give me a break....

I hope to see you create a new generation, this time use only metal parts, the pvc has a tendacy to ommit bad tastes until it's been broken in.]]>Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/Check it out.
http://ssel5.phys.nthu.edu.tw/~trueman/photos/Truesso/]]>Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/
Or however the hell you spell that.]]>Dec 19th 2005 2:45AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/http://www.engadget.com/2005/02/15/how-to-make-a-cheap-portable-espresso-machine/but wheres the fun in that?
who doesnt want an esspresso gun to show off...and be able to say they made it?!
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