20 oz. boiler capacity, capable of making 8, 2 oz. cups of espresso. Steam pressure, piston operated. Makes one or two cups of espresso at a time and includes 2 stainless steel filter baskets. Internal thermostats continuously monitor pressure with re-set fuses, and long life stainless steel heating elements. This Espresso Machine has nickel-plated, solid chrome boilers, and includes demonstration video. Made in Italy.