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.Â
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Externally, the machine
boldly reinforces the fact that no corners were cut with its
polished stainless steel housing and custom machined E*1 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.
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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. Â 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 E*1 group head
performs a vital function in helping to maintain these temperature
conditions thanks to its thermosyphon system.Â
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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.
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Dimensions (with portafilter): 9.*4" W
x *1.*5" D x *5.*7" H
Weight: *0.*8lbs
