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ECM Classika PID Espresso Machine

Regular price $1,599.00

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Color: Stainless Steel
Material: No Accents
Flow Control: No Flow Control

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The ECM Classika PID packs café performance and high-end features you would expect from much more expensive machines into a compact frame, providing unmatched quality among machines of similar size.

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ECM Classika PID Overview

The ECM Classika PID had us curious out of the box. After a few quick tests, it had our attention. This high-performance semi-automatic comes equipped with tools we would normally expect of much larger prosumer machines that run for $2000 or more.

Features and Performance

With a custom machined E61 group head and a PID controller, you can expect great temperature stability and the option to adjust brew temperature to bring out more subtle flavors in high-altitude coffee, as well as adjust steam temperature to get the steaming power you like. To complete your set of tools is the easily accessed pump pressure adjustment screw, which can be found beneath the cup tray.

The Classika's Fast Heat Up is a unique heating cycle that overheats the boiler so that it reaches brew temperatures even faster, just 10 minutes after switching it on. After a cooling flush, the super-hot water brings the group head and portafilter to temperature which helps to ensure optimal temperature stability. 

The Classika PID brews with a single 0.75 liter stainless steel boiler, which is an important consideration when it comes to capacity versus needs. the Classika PID is a single-boiler machine, you can pull shot after shot but you cannot brew and steam at the same time like you can with a heat exchanger machine.

You'll need to cool and fill the boiler after steaming but it is an easy process and doesn't take long. This makes the Classika PID good for espresso lovers who want perfectly crafted shots at greatly reduced cost and still have room on your counter for nice grinder.

Why You Should Get It

The ECM Classika PID with Flow Control is one of the smallest espresso machines available with both an E61 group and PID temperature controller. The E61 group and PID controller afford much greater temperature stability for more consistent espresso shots, putting it ahead of other single-boiler espresso machines.

  • Single-Boiler/Dual-Use

    The Classika PID uses a 0.75 liter stainless steel boiler for both brewing and steaming. Expect warm up times of about 15 minutes until brew-ready. Steam is ready in just 40 seconds.

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  • PID Controller

    Control boiler temperature for searching out those elusive coffee flavors. The integrated shot timer compliments this by giving you a live readout of how long you’ve been pulling your shot.

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  • E61 Brew Group

    The E61 grouphead is constantly heated with water from the thermosyphon system for temperature stability. It also features a pre-infusion cylinder to aid in the extraction process.

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  • Fast Heat Up

    The Classika PID features Profitec's Fast Heat Up programming, a unique heating cycle. When powering on, if the temperature in the boiler is 104° F or lower, the boiler will begin heating to 266°F and the PID will display "UP." A "FLU" message will display when it's time to flush. On E61 machines like the Classika PID, the flush takes roughly 20 seconds and will have the boiler, group, and portafilter at brew ready temperature in 11 minutes.

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Details

  • E-61 Brew Group
  • 2.8 L Water Reservoir
  • 0.75 L Stainless Steel Boiler
  • Pump Pressure Gauge
  • PID Controlled Boiler Temperatures
  • PID Display Functions as Shot Timer
  • Vibration Pump
  • OPV for Brew Pressure Adjustment
  • Single-Boiler
  • Fast Heat Up

Whats Included

  • ECM Double-Spout Portafilter

  • 7-Gram Single-Shot Filter Basket

  • 14-Gram Double-Shot Filter Basket

  • Backflush Disc

  • Brew Group Cleaning Brush

  • User Manual

  • 58mm Tamper w/Stainless Base

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Specifications

Property Value
SKU ECMCLASSIKAPID
App Connectivity No
Boiler Configuration Single-Boiler/Dual-Use
Number of Boilers 1
Brew Boiler Auto-Fill Yes
Brew Boiler Heater Location Internal
Brew Boiler Insulation Yes
Brew Boiler Material Stainless Steel
Brew Boiler Orientation Vertical
Brew Boiler Volume (Oz) 33 fl-oz
Three-Way Valve Manual
Back Flush Capable Yes
Brew Group Material Chrome Plated Brass
Brew Group Size (mm) 58 mm
Brew Group Type E61
Brew Boiler Wattage 1200
Recommended Application Home / Residential
NSF Certified No
Display Type PID Control Screen
Controls and Additional Features Brew Temperature Display,Low-Water Warning,Power Light,Temperature Control
Pressure Gauges Brew Circuit
Type of Controls Lever
Cup Height (max, inches) 4 in
Cup Warmer Material Stainless Steel
Cup Warmer Size (L-in x W-in) 10 x 10
Cup Warmer Passively Heated
Drain Line Adaptable (Plumbable) No
Drip Tray Capacity (oz) 32 fl-oz
Drip Tray Cover Material Stainless Steel
Drip Tray Material Stainless Steel
Removable Drip Tray Yes
Portafilter Baskets Included Double,Single
Frame Material Steel
Housing Color Stainless Steel
Housing Material Stainless Steel
Recommended Descaler Type Durgol Swiss Espresso Descaler
Recommended Water Filter BWT Bestcup M
Capacity (Oz) 25.4 fl-oz
Depth (Inches) 17.75
Property Value
Height (Inches) 15.75
Weight (Lbs) 45.6
Width (Inches) 9.84
Time to Heat (Minimum Seconds) 600
Bottomless Portafilter Available Yes
Filter Diameter (mm) 58 mm
Portafilter Handle Material Bakelite Plastic,Plastic
Portafilter Material Chrome Plated Brass
Number of Portafilters Included 1
Ground, E.S.E., Pod and Capsule Compatibility Ground Coffee
Portafilter Type Commercial Style
Portafilter Weight (lbs) 1.25 lbs
Portafilter Diameter 58 mm
Adjustable Brew Pressure Yes
Pump Pressure (Max. Bar) 15 Bar
Pump Type Vibration
Pump Wattage 52 watts
Warranty Service Provider Email support@wholelattelove.com
Warranty Service Provider Whole Latte Love
Warranty Service Provider Phone Number 888-411-5282
Manufacturers Warranty Period 3-Year Parts and Labor Warranty
Amps 10 A
Volt 110V-120V (US)
Watts 1200 Watt
Power Cord Length (inches) 48 in
Power Cord Storage No
Steam Wand Features No-Burn,Swappable Steam Tips
Height Off Counter (Inches) 6.5 in
Steam Tip Hole Count 2
Steam Wand Material Stainless Steel
Steam Wand Movement Type Fully Articulated
Steam Wand Commercial
Steam Wand Usable Length 4 in
Water Reservoir Access Location Top
Water Reservoir Capacity 101.4 fl-oz
Water Reservoir Features BPA-Free,Removable
Water Reservoir Material Plastic
Water Source Built-In Reservoir

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