Faema Prestige Compact A/1

Prestige Compact A/1 is the single-group version of Faema's Prestige line, made by the Cimbali Group and built for counters with limited space. The manufacturer states that "Faema PRESTIGE presenta la termica termosifonica tradizionale su entrambe le versioni" (Faema PRESTIGE features the traditional thermosiphon thermal system on both versions): the machine exchanges heat between a service boiler and the group through a thermosiphon, the architecture behind heat-exchanger machines. The manufacturer's datasheet lists dimensions of 468 x 538 x 560 mm (W x D x H, i.e. 46.8 x 53.8 x 56 cm) and a weight of 48 kg for the A/1 version.

The group takes newly designed brass portafilters with soft-touch handles, and every machine in the Prestige range uses a height-adjustable micrometric spout, meant to split the dose evenly between two cups. The side panels can be customised in three paid finishes, denim, brass and dark copper, in addition to the standard matte pure white finish.

The datasheet lists installed power and voltage as ranges, "220-240V~ 50/60Hz (W) 2800 - 3300," not single values: actual power draw depends on the electrical configuration ordered. The Autosteam automatic milk-frothing function is listed as optional, as are the group and front LED lighting, the Tall Cup version for tall cups, and the energy-saving mode.