Mahlkönig E80 GBW – 80 mm Espresso Grinder with Grind-by-Weight
Insert the portafilter, the grinder recognizes it, grinds and stops at the target weight. The Mahlkönig E80 GBW (at Mahlkönig: E80S GbW) doses by weight, without a separate scale.
It combines the 80 mm burr set of the E80 series with a load cell that measures the dose while grinding. Built for cafés with high throughput. Coffee Coaching Club is a partner of Mahlkönig, with showrooms in Bern and Zurich.
What sets the E80 GBW apart
Powerful motor with active temperature control
According to Mahlkönig, the motor with active temperature control keeps up even at peak times, protects the coffee aroma and grinds pleasantly quietly.
Grind profile of the 80 mm burrs
Size, material and geometry of the burrs determine the grind profile. The E80 GBW grinds with 80 mm special steel burrs featuring a tooth geometry developed in-house by Mahlkönig.
The details in daily use
Grind-by-Weight
A high-precision load cell controls the dose in real time while grinding. The grinder monitors its output and adjusts itself to hit the target weight consistently.
Portafilter recognition
The grinder recognizes recipe presets for up to six portafilters and automatically delivers the assigned dose. This saves time and simplifies onboarding in the team.
Disc Distance Detection (DDD)
The grind size is set via the actual distance between the burrs (patented). This way, a setting can be found again exactly.
Illuminated, adjustable chute
The chute guides the grounds cleanly and centered into the portafilter.
Display with wide viewing angle
High-resolution display with an 88.3 mm diagonal, readable from a wide angle.
With espresso, there is no right or wrong. A common starting point is a ratio of 1:2, around 18 g of ground coffee to 36 g of espresso, measured by weight, not by time. Our opinion is one of many.
At a glance
| Model | Mahlkönig E80S GbW |
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| Burrs | 80 mm, special steel, proprietary tooth geometry |
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| Burr lifespan | approx. 1500 kg (medium setting) |
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| Idle speed | 1400 rpm (50 Hz), 1700 rpm (60 Hz) |
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| Average grinding speed | 6–7 g/s at 250 µm (50 Hz), 7–8 g/s (60 Hz) |
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| Dosing | Grind-by-Weight with load cell, portafilter recognition (up to six portafilters) |
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| Grind size adjustment | Disc Distance Detection (DDD) |
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| Display | 88.3 mm, high resolution |
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| Bean hopper | approx. 1800 g (optional approx. 250 g or approx. 1200 g) |
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| Electrical | 220–240 V, 50/60 Hz, 520/600 W |
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| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 24 × 63 × 34 cm |
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| Weight | 18.0 kg net |
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| Certifications | CE, CB, ETL Safety, ETL Sanitation |
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| Finishes available from us | Black, chrome |
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| Optional accessories according to Mahlkönig | 80 mm cast steel burrs, burr replacement tool, 1 kg calibration weight, adapter for cans |
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Who the E80 GBW is made for
For cafés, restaurants and businesses with high espresso volume that want to dose by weight without using a scale for every shot. More Mahlkönig models, including the E80 Supreme without weighing and the E80W GBS with Grind-by-Sync, can be found in our Mahlkönig collection. More grinders are available among our coffee grinders.
A machine from our espresso machines and tools for puck preparation go well with it. For anyone who wants tampers and puck screens affordable and precise: Normcore. If you want more manufacturing depth: Weber Workshops. For weighing the espresso in the cup: Normcore scales, compact and reliable, Acaia with app and flow rate display.
Our advisory tool helps with the selection. A free consultation appointment in the showroom, by phone or virtually narrows down the choice. In the paid espresso machine and grinder comparison in the showroom, you can compare and test several grinders side by side, Mahlkönig in Zurich. An option, not a requirement.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the E80 GBW and the E80 Supreme?
Both work with 80 mm burrs and Disc Distance Detection. The E80 GBW additionally has an integrated load cell (Grind-by-Weight) and portafilter recognition; Mahlkönig lists neither for the E80 Supreme (E80S).
What is the difference from the E80W GBS?
Mahlkönig describes the E80W GbS as a further development of the E80S GbW. It adds connectivity to The Sync System and electric adjustment of the burr distance, either manually or synchronized with a compatible espresso machine.
How many portafilters does the E80 GBW recognize?
According to Mahlkönig, it recognizes recipe presets for up to six portafilters and automatically delivers the assigned dose for each.
How fast does the E80 GBW grind?
Mahlkönig states an average grinding speed of 6–7 g/s at 250 µm and 50 Hz. The value depends on the bean and grind size and was measured under laboratory conditions.
Can I see the product before buying?
Yes, by arrangement in our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zurich Oerlikon (Hagenholzstrasse 50b). Not every model is on display at all times, so write to us in advance at [email protected].
How do delivery and payment work?
Delivery in 2–4 working days throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein, Click & Collect in Bern and Zurich. Financing available. We answer questions by email or by phone during business hours, more at coffeecoachingclub.ch.
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