About Wega
Wega builds professional coffee machines and grinders around design, productive excellence, environmental respect, and a genuinely well-shaped cup. This gas-converted Atlas brings that same durable, no-nonsense engineering to sites where mains power can't be relied on.
The Product
The Wega Atlas is a simple but highly effective commercial espresso machine built to deliver high volumes of consistent espresso — and this version runs its heating element entirely on gas, with only the pump and electronics needing a power source. Wega estimates roughly 500W is enough to keep the machine running off-grid, making it a genuinely practical option for load shedding, remote sites, or mobile setups where mains power isn't guaranteed.
Everything that makes the standard Atlas a dependable workhorse carries through here: a water-cooled rotary pump to prevent overheating, flanged boilers for easy servicing and cleaning, and E61 group heads for proven thermal stability. This gas version is available only in Semi-Automatic configuration, giving your barista direct manual control over shot timing.
About the Product Line: Atlas Gas vs Electric
This gas-converted Atlas pairs with the standard electric Wega Atlas. If your site has reliable mains power, the standard electric version is the simpler choice; if load shedding or an off-grid location is a genuine operational concern, this gas conversion keeps you brewing regardless of grid power.
Key Features
Gas-run heating element — Keeps brewing during load shedding or at off-grid sites, needing only ~500W to run the pump and electronics.
Water-cooled rotary pump — Reduces overheating risk during sustained high-volume service.
Flanged boiler design — Easier access for servicing and cleaning over the machine's working life.
E61 group heads — Proven industry-standard thermal stability.
Why Choose This Product
This is for the café, restaurant, or catering operation that can't risk power interruptions affecting service — whether from regular load shedding, a remote venue, or a mobile setup without reliable grid access. If keeping coffee flowing regardless of the power situation is a genuine operational priority, this is built specifically to solve it.
Specifications
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Spec |
2 Group |
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Voltage |
230-240-400V |
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Power |
3700W |
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Boiler size |
12L |
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Dimensions (W x D x H) |
74 x 57 x 52 cm |
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Nett / Gross weight |
78 / 84 kg |
Buying and Installation Notes
Lead time runs 8–12 weeks, as the gas conversion is fitted at the production facility at source. Rent-to-own is available through Buna Coffee if you'd like to start using the machine immediately with no deposit required.
In the Box
● Wega Atlas Commercial Espresso Machine (Gas Converted)
● Single and double portafilters
● Cleaning kit
● User manual
Rent from R98 per day
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