Wendougee Data S: Features & Installation

Updated September 9, 2026.

The Wendougee Data S combines dual boilers with gear-pump pressure control for baristas who want to experiment with extraction profiles. This updated guide covers the Data S currently documented by Espresso Outlet. Early Data announcements and videos may show different configurations, so match specifications to the exact machine being purchased.

Feature Data S specification
Heating 0.8L stainless brew boiler and 1.8L stainless steam boiler
Pump Gear pump for pressure control
Reservoir 1.5L
Water options Tank Only or Direct Connect + Tank
Electrical 110V, 2,200W; NEMA 5-20 plug and dedicated 20A circuit
Size without tablet 11.4 inches wide × 19.25 deep × 14.6 high
Tablet Optional; not included in the base machine price

What pressure profiling adds

Pressure control lets you explore how extraction develops instead of treating every shot as the same fixed-pressure event. It is most useful after you can repeat a dose, grind setting and target yield. Start with a straightforward profile and change one parameter at a time. A saved profile does not automatically correct uneven puck preparation or a poorly chosen grind.

Brew and steam capacity

Separate boilers provide independent brewing and steaming systems. This is useful for milk-drink preparation and temperature management, but boiler size alone does not predict a café’s sustainable drink output. If you are planning commercial service, confirm the exact application, required approvals and support arrangements before ordering.

Plan the installation first

The specified NEMA 5-20 connection requires a correctly wired dedicated 20A circuit. Do not assume a standard 15A kitchen receptacle is suitable or use an adapter to bypass the requirement. Have an electrician confirm an uncertain installation. Allow additional counter depth for the cord, hoses and working space; a tablet and stand also increase total height.

Choose the water configuration deliberately

Tank Only is the simpler choice when filling manually. Direct Connect + Tank adds the option of a permanent water supply. Plan compatible filtration, line pressure, shutoff access, leak protection and drainage with the installer. Confirm fittings before buying adapters. Water suitability matters for both the machine’s performance and its maintenance needs.

Startup and ownership

Follow the commissioning instructions supplied with your machine, including filling and priming before enabling heaters where required. Do not copy an isolated sequence of menu commands from an older video: firmware and configuration can differ. Ask for current documentation, tablet compatibility and what is included in the selected package. The Wendougee USA website and Espresso Outlet support are useful points of contact.

Black Wendougee Data S espresso machine with tablet mounted above the group
Espresso Outlet’s Data S photograph shows a tablet; the tablet is an optional extra.

Choose the Data S when profiling and its boiler configuration match your needs and the installation requirements fit your space. Budget for the grinder, water preparation and optional control hardware as part of the complete setup.