ECM Technika VI Espresso Machine
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Description
Description
What you will need
What you will need
• Burr Grinder
• Precision Scale (in grams)
• Tamping Mat
• Frothing Pitcher (for milk drinks)
• Soft water (75-150ppm)
Resources
Resources
30-day love it guarantee
30-day love it guarantee
Home espresso is a big investment, and we want you to be 100% in love with your new setup. That's why we offer 30 days to return your machine if it's not the right fit. While return shipping and a small restocking fee are your responsibility (unless there's an issue with the machine, in which case we'll cover everything), we'll make sure the rest of the process is smooth and simple.
Shipping & returns
Shipping & returns
In-stock items ship within 1-business day.
Free shipping on orders over $75. To be eligible for free shipping, the final order amount, after applying any discounts, including rewards points, must exceed $75.
Returns are accepted up to 30 days from the date the order was delivered. Smallware items must be unused. Open Box and Certified Pre-Owned are non-returnable.
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Need to Know
The ECM Technika VI is a dual-boiler espresso machine with a rotary pump, hand-built in Germany for the home barista who wants commercial-grade performance and the longevity to match. With a plethora of features, including active and passive pre-infusion modes, programmable auto-on/off times, fast heat-up mode (ready to pull a shot in 11 minutes), and an offset correction of up to ±10°C, the Technika VI gives you the tools to dial in almost every parameter. The blue boiler and steam pressure gauges make the front of the machine pop, and the discreet PID OLED display is tasteful.
Key Features
- Dual-Boiler System: Dedicated 0.5L brew boiler and 1.0L steam boiler with fully independent PID control.
- Rotary Pump: Whisper-quiet, stable, and adjustable. Direct plumb into a water line or use the internal reservoir.
- Fast Heat-Up Mode: Ready to pull shots in roughly 11 minutes from a cold start.
- Active & Passive Pre-Infusion: Active pre-infusion builds pressure gradually before full extraction begins. Passive pre-infusion soaks the puck and pauses before the pump kicks in. Both are adjustable from the PID menu.
- Discreet OLED PID Display: Navigation buttons and a clean menu interface for adjusting brew temp, steam temp, pre-infusion, ECO mode, scheduling, and more, all without dominating the machine's aesthetic.
- Programmable On/Off Timer: Set two daily auto-on/off times. The machine can be warm and waiting when you wake up.
- Lever Valve Technology: Steam and hot-water joysticks are sourced directly from ECM's commercial lineup. Precise, durable, and satisfying to operate.
- Dual Pressure Gauges: Pump pressure and boiler pressure, both in ECM's signature blue.
- Tank or Direct Plumb: Runs on a 2.8L internal reservoir or connects directly to your water line via the included metal hose.
Ideal For
The Technika VI is built for the home barista who's ready to get into their forever machine and move past the limitations of single-boiler, super-automatic, or heat-exchanger machines. If you're pulling multiple milk drinks, entertaining, or simply want a machine that performs identically on shot one and shot ten, this is the upgrade. It's also the right choice if longevity matters to you; ECM machines are built to be serviced and kept for a lifetime. If you want something that will still be pulling excellent espresso a decade from now, backed by a team that can help you get there, the Technika VI is the machine for you.
Details
- Manufactured in Germany
- OLED PID-display: individual adjustment of the temperature in both boilers, cleaning reminders, passive & active pre-infusion, programmable auto on/off timer, integrated shot timer, temperature offset adjustment, plumb-in mode enable, steam boiler enable/disable.
- 'No-burn,' stainless steel steam and hot water arms
- 2-bar steam pressure
- Pump pressure gauge
- Steam pressure gauge
- Joystick steam and hot water valves
- Brew boiler: Stainless steel, 0.5 L
- Steam boiler: Stainless steel, 1L
- Reservoir: 3L with a low water sensor, BPA Free
- Drip tray: 42oz
Technical Specifications
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- Type
- E61, lever activated
- Maintenance
- Cafetto backflush detergent
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Brew Boiler Size
- 0.5 L
- Steam Boiler Size
- 1.0 L
- Warm-Up Time
- 11 minutes (fast heat up enabled) 18 minutes for steam boiler
- Brew Boiler Power
- 1200 W
- Steam Boiler Power
- 1800 W
- Boilers Automatically Fill
- Yes
- Insulated
- Yes, velcro wrap
- Heating Element Access
- Accessible from bottom
- Pump Type
- Rotary vane, Fluid-o-Tech brand
- Recommended Brew Pressure
- 9 bar
- Adjustable Brew Pressure
- Yes
Performance
Performance
- Type
- E61, lever activated
- Maintenance
- Cafetto backflush detergent
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Brew Boiler Size
- 0.5 L
- Steam Boiler Size
- 1.0 L
- Warm-Up Time
- 11 minutes (fast heat up enabled) 18 minutes for steam boiler
- Brew Boiler Power
- 1200 W
- Steam Boiler Power
- 1800 W
- Boilers Automatically Fill
- Yes
- Insulated
- Yes, velcro wrap
- Heating Element Access
- Accessible from bottom
- Pump Type
- Rotary vane, Fluid-o-Tech brand
- Recommended Brew Pressure
- 9 bar
- Adjustable Brew Pressure
- Yes
Controls & Display
Controls & Display
- Temperature
- Individual degree
- Brew Temperature Adjustment
- Yes
- Steam Boiler Adjustment
- Yes
- Display Type
- OLED, Fahrenheit or Celsius
- Display Can Be Disabled
- Yes
- Integrated Shot Timer
- Yes
- Built-In On/Off Timer
- Yes
- Display Cleaning Reminder
- Yes
- Pre-Infusion
- Yes
- Flow Profiling
- No
- Volumetric Dosing
- No
- Pressure Gauges
- 2, pump pressure and steam boiler pressure
- Material
- Stainless steel
Construction
Construction
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Drip Tray
- Stainless steel
- Drip Tray Cover
- Stainless steel
- Reservoir or Plumbed
- Both
- Capacity
- 3 L / 101 fl oz
- Material
- BPA-free plastic
- Removable
- Yes
- Low Water Shutoff
- Yes
- Material
- Stainless steel
- No Burn (Insulated)
- Yes
- Wand Movement
- Fully articulating
- Steam Tip Holes
- 2
- Optional Steam Tips
- Yes
- Materials
- Chrome plated brass body, bakelite handle, counter-balanced chrome tip
- Type
- Commercial 58 mm
- Portafilters Included
- 2 (single and double spouted)
- Baskets Included
- Single, double, and backflush disk for cleaning
- Tamper Included
- Upgraded ECM stainless steel tamper included
Dimensions & Power
Dimensions & Power
- Height
- 15.35"
- Width
- 12.8"
- Depth
- 18.5"
- Weight
- 61.7 lbs
- Recommended Application
- Home or office
- Commercial Certifications
- None
- Max Wattage
- 1800 Watts, for standard 15 amp breaker and outlet
- Cord Length
- 41 inches from the back of the machine
- Plug Type
- Standard 15 amp
- ECM angled single-spouted portafilter
- ECM angled double-spouted portafilter
- ECM stainless steel tamper
- Single basket
- Double basket
- Braided plumb-in line
- Drip tray cup riser
- Drip tray drain attachment
- Grouphead brush
- Backflush blank
- User manual
- 3-year parts and labor warranty provided by Clive Coffee
The Clive Difference
At Clive, we're not just selling coffee equipment — we're your long-term partner in the craft. Every machine we carry is hand-selected by our team of espresso obsessives, backed by real-world testing and years of industry experience. We offer unbiased guidance, lifetime support, and a genuine love for helping you find the setup that's right for you. From your first question to your thousandth shot, we're here.