Who Should Buy The Mahlkonig EKK43?
Medium to High Volume Coffee Shops
Given that the Mahlkonig EKK43 provides a powerhouse of a combination of two filter coffee and espresso grinders in one, this model could be all your shop needs for decaf and regular coffee grinding.
If you own a specialty shop, the EKK43 creates the opportunity to have side-by-side grinding of two different roasts while saving you space and reducing the cost of equipment. And at up to 3.4 pounds a minute, this is one of the fastest retail coffee grinders money can buy.
Going from Turkish-fine all the way to coarse French press and cold brew settings, the EKK43 gives you and your customers a diverse choice of brew methods with highly precise stepless grind adjustment.
Whether you’re grinding into retail bags or for brewed coffee, the EKK43 offers more variety and more options with unmatched consistency and flavor.
Restaurants
Simplify the steps to making decaf and regular with freshly ground coffee using a double grinder like the EKK43.
The dual hoppers and grinders save your staff time on refilling while the extensive fineness range lets you go from espresso to drip coffee in one quick spin of the dial.
If you’re looking for a grinder that can handle a wide range of coffee brewing methods like a pro and keeps two different types of coffee at the ready for busy service days, you can’t go wrong with the EKK43.
Hotels
Trying to improve coffee service for your guests? Considering that your grinder has a big effect on the coffee, a highly consistent flat burr grinder like the EKK43 is a great place to start.
This model is part of a Mahlkonig line known for beautiful results delivered by precision 98mm burrs. Equally as important, the numbered dial on the face of each grinder makes it easy for hotel employees to find the right fineness settings quickly.
Since you can load up the EKK43 with decaf and regular, your staff won’t need to take up time and energy switching back and forth. It may be the perfect grinder for all your espresso, French press, and drip coffee offerings.
Offices
Conserving space in the office kitchen? Investing in a two-in-one grinder that holds decaf and regular is an economical option to consider.
The EKK43 enables your employees to choose their coffee type and switch the grind setting to their preferred brewing methods. As the EKK43 can grind for anything from Turkish to French press coffee, there are plenty of choices for all of your employees.
As a high-volume model, the EKK43 is best for larger offices with plenty of coffee grinding to do.
Description
With two grinders in one, the EKK43 is a powerful force for high-volume businesses.
The Mahlkonig EKK43 changes the game for filter coffee and espresso grinding. Two hoppers and grinders combined makes two different roasts or coffee types instantly accessible, but with the speed and quality only a Mahlkonig offers.
This model is a must for high-volume businesses searching for a dual-usage retail coffee grinder that limits space consumption and financial investment while increasing productivity.
Providing an evenly distributed particle size and fast action with a grinding capacity of 2.8 to 3.4 pounds per minute, the EKK43 supplies two times the power and efficiency of a single Mahlkonig grinder.
Reap the benefits of precision grinding with the EKK43.
The EKK43 was designed to optimize the aroma and flavor profile of any roast. Repeatable and accurate results are easily achieved with user-friendly numbered dials and stepless grind adjustment.
Producing outstanding particle consistency and high extraction rates, this model ensures the best flavor from any type of coffee.
Mahlkonig defines the modern professional coffee grinder.
More than 90 years of making industry-leading coffee and espresso grinders has given Mahlkonig a special place in the hearts of coffee professionals.
Each Mahlkonig model is engineered for long-lasting precision and quality. No exceptions—just exceptional coffee.
Key Features and What They Mean
2 Hoppers and Grinders
Having two independent grinders multiplies your options while cutting down on space usage and costs. Load up each 2.2 pound hopper with a different roast or a combination of regular and decaf to have at the ready and serve customers faster.
98mm Flat Burrs
Mahlkonig’s specially designed 98mm burrs provide supercharged grinding at a capacity of 2.8 to 3.4 pounds per minute (from Turkish to medium settings). They sustain impressively cool grinding even through nonstop usage—there are no changes in the quality of your coffee with a powerful grinder like this.
Bag Clamp
The EKK43 features a bag clip to hold onto retail coffee bags so that you don’t have to. You can move around, serve other customers, and attend to other duties while the EKK43 grinds.
Knock-Off Device
This device ensures that ground coffee doesn’t get stuck in the chute. Gently tapping it is all that’s needed to settle the coffee in the bag or filter and minimize product waste.
Hopper Magnet
If metal bits come in contact with the grinding discs, it could spell disaster. That’s why the EKK43 is constructed with hopper magnets, safeguarding your grinder in the long run.
Stepless Grind Adjustment
There are no limitations on adjustments with the EKK43. Turn the dial to any point necessary to obtain the ultimate fineness for any coffee to get the most delicious results.
Grinder Options
Color Options
You can order your Mahlkonig EKK43 in elegant Black or shiny Copper to match your style and shop decor.
EKK43 Features & Specifications
| Hopper Capacity |
2 x 2.2 lbs |
| Grinding Capacity - Turkish |
2.8 lbs/min |
| Grinding Capacity - medium |
3.4 lbs/min |
| Voltage |
100-120 V |
| Frequency / Phases |
50 or 60 Hz / Single-Phase |
| Motor - rated power, Amps / hp |
12 / 1 ¾ |
| Grinding Disc Diameter |
98 mm |
| Dimensions (w x d x h) |
9.0“ x 23.2“ x 30.0“ |
| Net weight |
61.7 lbs |
| Shipping Weight |
72.8 lbs |
| EQUIPMENT FEATURES |
|
| Bag Clamping |
yes |
| Knock-off Device |
yes |
| Hopper Magnet |
yes |
| Overload Protection |
yes |
| SPECIAL FEATURES |
|
| Real Turkish Fine Grinding |
yes |
| Espresso Grinding |
yes |
| Large Hopper |
6.6 lbs |
| Other Grinding Goods |
Coffee, spices, grains, poppy seed, linseed |
| Listings |
ETL approved |
Common Questions and Answers
Q: What is the difference between a flat burr grinder like the EKK43 and a conical burr grinder?
A: A flat burr grinder like the EKK43 is preferred by many professionals in search of the greatest grind consistency. It grinds the coffee beans into particles that are even in size, which promotes balanced extraction. As a result, the flavors in the coffee are well harmonized.
The coffee ground in a conical burr grinder consists of bimodal particles. This is another way of saying that the coffee bits are different sizes, which is not a bad thing. It simply changes the end product.
Whereas a uniform grind promotes a blending of flavor characteristics in the coffee for a smooth tasting experience, a bimodal grind has the tendency to turn up the volume on brighter flavors.
The downside to a bimodal grind is that the finer coffee particles may become over-extracted fairly easily, leading to astringent and bitter flavors.
In many ways, it’s easy to get a consistently delicious coffee from any roast with a flat burr grinder, which is a big reason it’s so popular in cafes and roasteries.
Q: What is stepless grind adjustment and how does it work in the EKK43?
A: To get a good idea of what a stepless grinder does, it’s helpful to compare it to the alternative: the stepped grinder.
On a coffee grinder, you’ll have a system that allows you to change the fineness of the grind. This selection is key for brewing coffee whether it’s French press, Turkish coffee, or espresso.
A stepped grinder has a system with a set number of adjustments. It may be between 10 and 20 and go from very fine to very coarse, but there are no “in-between” adjustments available.
You do have the in-between adjustments with a stepless grinder as there are no presets. You’ll be able to make changes in any increment you like to achieve the most accurate settings possible, a big step toward creating the precise tasting profile you want from your coffee.
One thing that can be difficult with a stepless grinder is going back to a grind setting once you’ve left it as there are no notches to guide you. But with the EKK43, the numbered adjustments give you a map to recall your settings with greater ease.
Q: How does burr size affect the coffee?
A: It’s not necessarily something that you’d suspect, but burr size can actually make a big difference in the coffee itself.
It makes sense when you think about the nature of larger burrs. They have more cutting teeth and a larger surface to grind the coffee in one single rotation. Consequently, they need to spin fewer times than smaller burrs to get the job done.
This creates less friction and heat buildup inside the grinder, effectively reducing the risk of heat damage to the coffee. If a grinder is overheated, it can easily make ground coffee taste overly roasted and bitter.
That’s where the EKK43’s 98 mm burrs are an advantage. They keep grinding cool not just during short-term grinding, but throughout the day as you grind back-to-back retail bags, ensuring optimal quality at all times.
Product Resources
EKK43 Full Specification Sheet
