Crafted for home baristas with tighter budgets and kitchen
space, the ECM Classika II PID is a high performance
semi-automatic espresso machine for those who demand quality
without the restriction of cost. The result is a machine that
utilizes many of the same commercial grade components ECM
relies on for their prosumer models but at a more modest price
point.
Externally, the machine boldly reinforces the fact that no
corners were cut with its polished stainless steel housing and
custom machined E61 group head. On the top of the machine, the
large capacity railed cup tray doubles as a passively heated
cup warming surface and can be removed for access to the water
reservoir. Removing the tray also allows access to the pump
pressure adjustment screw. As you make adjustments, you can
monitor your changes can be with the pump pressure gauge
mounted on the front of the machine. Beneath the pressure
gauge, brew temperature can be monitored and adjusted with the
PID temperature controller.
The Classika brews with .5 liter stainless steel boiler and a
high-performance vibration pump. Like all ECM espresso
machines, the internal plumbing avoids using teflon or other
plastics in favor copper tubing with brass fittings. The water
reservoir holds 3 liters and is fitted with a sensor that shuts
off the machine off at low volumes to prevent the boiler from
running dry. An advantage of brewing on a PID machine is that
you can set the temperature to match your exact parameters.
This becomes important when trying to extract specific notes
and flavors from certain coffees. The vaunted E61 group head
performs a vital function in helping to maintain these
temperature conditions thanks to its thermosyphon system.
Hot water and steam are dispensed through a shared wand located
on the left side of the machine. Whether you dispense steam or
hot water is controlled by a steam switch that raises the
temperature in the boiler when flipped on.The Classika froths
using a commercial style, two-hole steam tip ideal for crafting
lattes, cappuccinos, and other milk drinks.Compact and capable,
the ECM Classika II PID has the features you want and quality
that you can depend on.
Dimensions (with
portafilter): 9.84" W x 21.85" D x 15.47" H
Weight:
40.78lbs