{"product_id":"ecm-mechanika-max","title":"ECM Mechanika MAX – Dual Boiler with Smart HX® \u0026 PID","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ccc-mobile-wrapper\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eECM Mechanika MAX – Heat Exchanger with Smart HX® and PID\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA sensor on the brew group, a PID that makes the brewing temperature directly adjustable, and a Flush Advisor that takes care of the first shot of the day for you: The Mechanika MAX further develops classic heat exchanger technology. The direct successor to the Mechanika IV – from ECM, a German manufacturer based in Bammental near Heidelberg, which produces by hand in Germany and Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCoffee Coaching Club is ECM's partner in Switzerland. Swiss warranty and after-sales support included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAll Features at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmart HX® with Flush Advisor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA sensor on the brew group monitors the temperature in real time. If the machine has been unused for a longer period, the Flush Advisor tells you when a short cooling flush is advisable – no guessing with the first shot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrew Temperature Control (BTC)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor the first time in a classic ECM heat exchanger, you can directly set the brewing temperature. Choose a higher temperature for light roasts and a lower temperature for dark roasts – this way, you get more out of every bean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuiet Rotary Pump and Fixed Water Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rotary pump is quieter than a vibratory pump and keeps the pressure steady during extraction. You can switch between the water tank and fixed water connection using the WT\/WA function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatented E61 Brew Group\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eECM has technically and aesthetically further developed the E61 brew group and applied for a patent. The stainless steel bell ensures stable thermodynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e19 Menu Items via PID\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProgrammable on and off times, separately adjustable active and passive pre-infusion, ECO mode with auto-off, maintenance reminders for backflushing and water filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable class=\"ccc-compare-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eHeat exchanger with Smart HX®\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eBrew Group\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eECM E61 with stainless steel bell (patented)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eControl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003ePID with BTC, Flush Advisor, adjustable pre-infusion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003ePump\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eRotary pump, quiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eTank or fixed water, switchable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eHeat-up Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eapprox. 20 minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who is tempted by the direct control over the brewing temperature of a dual boiler, but appreciates the shorter heat-up time and simplicity of a heat exchanger. The fixed water option also makes it interesting for frequent users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Goes Well With It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA precise \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kaffeemuhlen\"\u003ecoffee grinder\u003c\/a\u003e from the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/eureka-kaffeemuhlen\"\u003eEureka range\u003c\/a\u003e, a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tamper\"\u003etamper\u003c\/a\u003e, and fresh beans like \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/cozy-chocolate-natural-brasilien-kaffeebohnen\"\u003eCozy Chocolate\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/nutty-delight-kaffee-blend-brasilien-indien\"\u003eNutty Delight\u003c\/a\u003e. More in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/ecm\"\u003eECM Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Mechanika MAX differ from the Mechanika VI Slim?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe MAX has a rotary pump with a fixed water option and the Smart HX® system with Brew Temperature Control. The VI Slim is more compact (25 cm) but uses a vibratory pump and no BTC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Mechanika MAX a dual boiler?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo, it's a heat exchanger with Smart HX®. However, the BTC function brings you very close to the temperature control of a dual boiler, with a shorter heat-up time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I connect it to the water line?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. You can switch between the water tank and the fixed water connection using the WT\/WA function. We can set this up upon delivery if desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it take to heat up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c!--nl\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow around 20 minutes for the E61 brew group to reach a stable temperature. The machine can start automatically at your desired time via the timer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I see it before buying?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGladly. You can see it live in Bern and Zurich Oerlikon. Just let us know briefly and we'll have it ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccc-roastery-tip\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRoastery Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe BTC function is the real gain: Match the brewing temperature to the roast level – higher for light specialty beans, lower for dark roasts, and in between for classic espresso blends. In combination with adjustable pre-infusion, extraction runs more consistently. This is our recommendation, one of many.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How does the Mechanika MAX differ from the Mechanika VI Slim?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The MAX has a rotary pump with a fixed water option and the Smart HX® system with Brew Temperature Control. The VI Slim is more compact (25 cm) but uses a vibratory pump and no BTC.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Is the Mechanika MAX a dual boiler?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"No, it's a heat exchanger with Smart HX®. 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