ECM Mechanika VI Slim PID Exclusive Line – Heat Exchanger with Shot Timer
The compact Slim, now with a front display and shot counter: In just 25 cm width, you can see boiler temperature, brewing time, and status at a glance. A retro case with a brushed stainless steel front and deep blue accents on the rotary valves. Available in three colors, only through Exclusive Line dealers. ECM is a German manufacturer based in Bammental near Heidelberg, crafting by hand in Germany and Italy.
Coffee Coaching Club is ECM's partner in Switzerland. With every new coffee machine from CHF 1'500, a private barista introduction course of around 60 minutes is included – in Bern, Zurich or online, for up to two people from the same household or company attending together. The course must take place within one month of delivery; after that, the entitlement expires. Get in touch with us for the course and we'll find a date together.
All Features at a Glance
PID with Front Display and Shot Counter
The front display shows boiler temperature, shot counter, pre-infusion status, ECO mode, and a water tank warning. You can monitor the brewing time without a separate stopwatch.
Three Temperatures and Pre-infusion
Select 120, 124, or 128 °C via a toggle switch. Pre-infusion and ECO mode can be switched on and off.
ECM E61 Brew Group
Patented ECM E61 brew group with stainless steel bell, plus a low-noise vibration pump.
Compact and in three colors
Only 25 cm wide (250 × 445 × 395 mm, 20.2 kg), stainless steel boiler with 1.9 liters, water tank with 2.8 liters. Available in Cream, Black, and Chrome.
At a Glance
| System |
Heat Exchanger |
| Control |
PID with Front Display and Shot Counter |
| Brew Group |
ECM E61 with stainless steel bell |
| Pump |
Low-noise vibration pump |
| Boiler |
Stainless steel, 1.9 L |
| Water Tank |
2.8 L (no fixed water connection) |
| Colors |
Cream, Black, Chrome |
| Heat-up time |
approx. 20 minutes |
Who it's for
For everyone who likes the compact Slim and appreciates the visible brewing time – ideal if you are working on reproducible results. If you need a fixed water connection, check out the Mechanika MAX.
What goes with it
A consistent coffee grinder from the Eureka range, a tamper, and fresh beans like Cozy Chocolate or Nutty Delight. More in the ECM collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference to the standard Mechanika VI Slim?
The PID version additionally has a front display with shot counter, low water warning, and status indicators for pre-infusion and ECO mode. The basic features (E61, vibration pump) are the same. It is only available through Exclusive Line dealers.
How do I order an Exclusive Line model?
Online sales for Exclusive Line machines are not permitted by the manufacturer. We will advise you personally in the Zurich or Bern showroom and hand over the machine there.
Can I connect it to the water mains?
No. It operates with the 2.8-liter tank and is not prepared for a fixed water connection.
Does the ECM Flow Profile Kit fit?
No. The Flow Profile Kit only works with machines that have a rotary pump, such as the Mechanika MAX or Synchronika. The Slim operates with a vibration pump.
Can I see the Mechanika VI Slim live before buying?
That depends on whether the Mechanika VI Slim is on display right now. Our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zurich Oerlikon (Hagenholzstrasse 50b) show a wide selection, but not our entire range – it is too large for that, and the display changes. Drop us a quick line at [email protected] before your visit, and we will check whether the Mechanika VI Slim is currently there.
Roastery Tip
The front display with shot counter is invaluable in everyday use: You see the brewing time directly and can precisely adjust the grind and quantity. For light specialty beans, choose the higher temperature setting; for classic espresso blends, the medium one. This is our recommendation, one of many.
