Sunbeam Origins Series | A Home Barista's Guide
The Sunbeam Origins Series coffee machines are designed to bring café-quality espresso into your home. But if you’re looking to take your shots to the next level, the right accessories can dramatically improve consistency, flavour, and overall workflow.
At Hypergrind, we’re espresso enthusiasts ourselves, and we know that even a great machine can perform better with the right setup. Here’s how to optimise your Sunbeam Origins Series with professional-grade accessories.
Common Issues with Sunbeam Origins Series Coffee Machines
Even with their excellent design, some common challenges can affect your espresso quality. Fortunately, the right accessories can help fix them:
- Shot consistency – Dosing by eye often leads to uneven extractions.
- Puck preparation – Stock filter baskets don’t always allow for optimal water flow.
- Espresso flow issues – Without feedback, it’s hard to diagnose channeling.
- Tamping issues – The included tamper is basic and can cause uneven pressure.
Must-Have Sunbeam Origins Series Accessories
1. Coffee Scales with Timer – Consistency in Every Shot
The Origins grinder is convenient, but without precise weighing, your dose will vary. A set of coffee scales with a built-in timer ensures you hit the right dose and extraction time every time.
Why it matters: Consistency is the foundation of balanced espresso.
👉 Hypergrind’s scales are highly accurate and designed for espresso workflows.
2. Precision Basket – Better Extraction & Flavour
A precision coffee basket allows water to pass more evenly through the coffee bed, reducing channeling and improving flavour clarity.
Why it matters: More even saturation = richer flavours and thicker crema.
Fit check: Sunbeam Origins machines use a 58mm portafilter, so choose a 58mm basket.
3. Bottomless Portafilter – Diagnose Your Espresso Shots
Upgrading to a bottomless portafilter (naked portafilter) gives you instant feedback. If you see spraying or uneven flow, it’s a sign that your grind or puck prep needs adjusting.
Why it matters: Visual feedback helps refine your technique.
👉 Hypergrind’s 58mm bottomless portafilter is fully compatible with Sunbeam Origins.
4. Puck Screen – Cleaner Shots, Cleaner Machine
A puck screen improves water distribution and keeps fine grounds out of your group head. It sits on top of the puck, promoting even extraction and reducing mess.
Why it matters: Smoother espresso and easier machine maintenance.
👉 Hypergrind’s stainless steel puck screen is durable and reusable.
5. Self-Levelling Tamper – Perfectly Even Pressure
The stock tamper can lead to uneven pressure. A self-levelling tamper ensures every tamp is flat and consistent, helping to reduce channeling and improve flavour.
Why it matters: Even tamping = more consistent espresso shots.
Fit check: Designed for 58mm Sunbeam baskets.
6. Distributor Tool – Level Coffee Bed Before Tamping
A distributor tool flattens and levels the coffee bed before tamping, creating the foundation for uniform extractions.
Why it matters: A properly prepared puck delivers smoother, more balanced espresso.
👉 Hypergrind’s distributor tools are available in 58mm sizes, perfect for Sunbeam Origins.
FAQs About Sunbeam Origins Series Accessories
What size portafilter does the Sunbeam Origins Series use?
The Sunbeam Origins Series uses a 58mm portafilter, the same as many commercial machines. Make sure your accessories are 58mm compatible.
Can I use a bottomless portafilter with my Sunbeam machine?
Yes — a 58mm bottomless portafilter is one of the best upgrades you can make. It shows you exactly how your espresso extracts so you can refine your workflow.
What’s the best way to improve espresso with my Sunbeam Origins Series?
- Use coffee scales for accurate dosing.
- Upgrade to a precision basket for more even extractions.
- Add a puck screen to improve water distribution and reduce mess.
- Switch to a bottomless portafilter for instant feedback.
Take Your Sunbeam Origins Series to the Next Level
The Sunbeam Origins Series coffee machines already deliver café-style espresso at home, but the right accessories can transform your workflow and results. From scales and tampers to precision baskets and portafilters, Hypergrind has everything you need to get the most out of your machine.
👉 Explore our full range of Sunbeam Origins Series 58mm accessories today and elevate your home coffee experience.