Product development & OEM manufacturing

Custom espresso
tampers

We work with coffee equipment brands to turn sketches, samples and drawings into custom espresso tampers, from prototype to production in China.

Graphite-handled espresso tamper beside a machined metal base
Espresso tamper concept
CNC spindle milling a clamped aluminum part
CNC milling · Reference photograph

Manufacturing

From design review to production

We review basket fit, assembly and finish with your team. Once you approve the sample, we use the agreed specification to guide the production run.

About MG Coffee Tools

Tamper designs

Compare three mechanisms before deciding on the fit and feel of your tamper.

Classic flat-base espresso tamper concept

Classic flat-base

A fixed handle and flat base. Start here to develop the basket fit, grip and finish.

Spring-loaded espresso tamper concept

Spring-loaded

A spring mechanism changes the feel of the stroke. Define travel and feedback around the intended user.

Self-leveling espresso tamper concept

Self-leveling

A guide collar seats on the basket rim. The basket geometry and collar fit guide development.

Design and sourcing notes

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Tell us about your tamper project

Send a sketch, sample photo or drawing for an initial review.

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