Rocket Appartamento TCA Black/Copper – Heat Exchanger Espresso Machine
It stands compactly on the countertop, its matte black body meets copper circles on the sides, and the E61 group is ready to go. The Appartamento has always been the Rocket for the kitchen-diner – the TCA generation adds adjustable boiler pressure and a redesigned casing. This version: matte black body with copper side panels.
Coffee Coaching Club is Rocket's partner in Switzerland. When you purchase, our private barista course is included (German or English, in Bern or Zurich), in which 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 consecutively without waiting, 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) – allowing you to indirectly adapt the brewing temperature to your beans.
Redesigned look
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 litres and reserve sensor, wider drip tray.
At a glance
| Type |
Heat Exchanger |
| Brew group |
E61 |
| Pump |
Vibration 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 |
Matte black with copper side panels |
| Manufacturing |
Made in Italy |
Who it's for
For anyone who wants a compact E61 machine for their kitchen-diner, which takes up little space and still offers the full Rocket character. With its adjustable boiler pressure, the TCA gives you a leeway 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 the Eureka Coffee Grinders. Tampers and distributors in the Tamper Collection, scales from Normcore or Acaia. For selection, check the Machine Comparison.
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 redesigned 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 litres).
Can I see the machine before buying?
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.
Roastery Tip
With the adjustable boiler pressure, you can fine-tune your beans. Our Cozy Chocolate and the Nutty Delight are a reliable start. This is our recommendation, one of many.
