Rocket Appartamento TCA Matt Black – Heat Exchanger Espresso Machine
It stands compactly on the countertop, entirely in matt black, the embossed circles subtly visible, and the E61 group is ready to go. The Appartamento has always been Rocket's machine for the home kitchen – the TCA generation adds adjustable boiler pressure and a revised casing. This version: monolithic matt black body without contrasting side panels.
Coffee Coaching Club is a Rocket partner in Switzerland. When you purchase, our private barista course (German or English, in Bern or Zurich) is included, where we introduce you to extraction and the espresso ritual.
All features at a glance
Heat Exchanger with E61 Group
Heat exchanger system with the classic E61 brew group: brew and steam one after another without waiting time, with mechanical pre-infusion.
Adjustable Boiler Pressure (TCA)
TCA stands for Temperature Control Adjustment. The boiler pressure can be adjusted from 0.9 to 1.2 bar in 0.1-bar increments (standard 1 bar) – this allows you to indirectly adjust the brewing temperature to your bean.
Revised Design
Rounded sides, embossed circles and vertical logo, designed by Valerio Cometti+V12 Design.
Configurable Stand-by and larger Tank
Stand-by optionally off or after 30 minutes, water tank with 2.5 liters and reserve sensor, wider drip tray.
At a glance
| Type |
Heat exchanger |
| Brew Group |
E61 |
| Pump |
Vibratory pump |
| Boiler pressure |
0.9–1.2 bar adjustable (standard 1 bar) |
| Boiler capacity |
1.8 l |
| Water tank |
2.5 l with reserve sensor |
| Stand-by |
off or after 30 minutes |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) |
27 × 44.8 × 35.8 cm |
| Weight |
22 kg |
| Power |
1350 W |
| Finish |
Matt black, continuous |
| Manufacture |
Made in Italy |
Who it's for
For anyone who wants a compact E61 machine for their home kitchen, which takes up little space and prefers a calm, monolithic black. The TCA gives you leeway with its adjustable boiler pressure that the classic Appartamento does not have. You want it – that's enough.
What goes with it
The right grinder: affordable from the Varia Collection, more from Eureka Coffee Grinders. Tampers and distributors in the Tamper Collection, scales from Normcore or Acaia. The Machine Comparison will help with your selection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does TCA mean?
TCA stands for Temperature Control Adjustment. You set the boiler pressure between 0.9 and 1.2 bar and thus indirectly adapt the brewing temperature to your preferred bean.
How does the TCA differ from the classic Appartamento?
The TCA has the revised casing with embossing and vertical logo, adjustable boiler pressure, and a configurable stand-by function.
Is a fixed water connection possible?
No, the Appartamento TCA is designed as a water tank machine (2.5 liters).
Can I see the machine before purchasing?
Yes, in our showrooms in Bern and Zurich. Delivery throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein in 2–4 working days, Click and Collect and financing via Heylight possible.
Roaster's Tip
With the adjustable boiler pressure, you can fine-tune your bean. Our Cozy Chocolate and Nutty Delight are a reliable start. This is our recommendation, one of many.
