ECM Classika PID

Description

The ECM Classika PID is an espresso machine with most of the features normally found only on E61-machines with a double boiler – and more than twice the price.

The boiler is stainless steel, the temperature controlled by a  PID and the over pressure valve adjustable. Design and build quality are simply top notch. The fact that the machine has a relatively small footprint is likewise a welcome benefit in many kitchens.

The only area where they have “skimped a little” is that the mahcine is equipped with a single, 0,75 litre boiler. In other words, the barista has to wait a bit while the machine raises its pressure for milk steaming.

For making 1-2 milk based coffee drinks at a time or if serving cappuccino only occasionally, this is not much of an issue. The temperature change takes about a minute and the machine overall has a fairly short heat-up time.

Both brew temperature and steam temperature are individually programmable through the PID-display. The display also double as a shot timer. It is thus possible to set the brew temperature according to your coffee blend and steam pressure according to the size of your steam pitcher.

For users that don’t need to mass produce milk based drinks, the Classika PID is certainly a premium espresso machine worth your consideration.

Included accessories: 1 Portafilter with filter baskets for 1 and 2 cups, blind filter, stainless steel coffee tamper, cleaning brush and instruction manual.