Mahlkönig EK43 Multi-Purpose Grinder Black

The Mahlkönig EK43 in Black is a professional multi-purpose grinder for users who want to work far beyond classic espresso. It is used for espresso, filter coffee, batch brew, cupping, and larger grinding volumes, and has been a fixture in specialty coffee environments for years, particularly because of its broad grinding range. Its design deliberately forgoes automatic dosing and focuses on the burr set, performance, and flexible adjustment. This makes it especially suitable for roasteries, cafés, and brew bars that want to cover different tasks with a single powerful grinder.

Inside, 98 mm flat burrs made of hardened cast steel are driven by a 1,300-watt motor. Depending on the grind setting and coffee, the output is approximately 19 to 21 grams per second, allowing even larger quantities to be processed very quickly. The wide adjustment range extends from very fine to coarse grinds, making the EK43 considerably more versatile than dedicated espresso grinders. Especially for batch brew or cupping, its high throughput saves time without requiring a switch to a separate coarse grinder.

The 1.2 kg hopper is designed for professional use and larger quantities of beans. Unlike grind-by-weight grinders, the EK43 does not stop automatically at a programmed weight, so doses for precise recipes must be weighed separately. In return, the workflow remains very direct: add the beans, select the grind setting, and quickly process the desired quantity. This openness makes the grinder particularly suitable for workstations where different brew methods, cuppings, or pre-portioned beans are processed one after another.

Compared with an E65W or E80W, the EK43 offers less automation but a significantly broader multi-purpose character. The more compact EK43 S uses the same basic principle but reduces the overall height with a smaller hopper. Those who want to dose espresso at high frequency exclusively will find a specialized E-series grinder more convenient; those looking for a universal professional grinder for many tasks will find the EK43's true value there. The black version is the classic, understated standard for brew bars, roasteries, and food-service establishments.

Mühlentyp: professionelle Mehrzweckmühle
Mahlscheiben: 98 mm, Hartgussstahl
Leerlaufdrehzahl: 1.450 U/min bei 50 Hz / 1.760 U/min bei 60 Hz
Mittlere Mahlleistung: ca. 19–21 g/s
Bohnenbehälter: ca. 1.200 g
Maximale Nennaufnahme: 1.300 W
Abmessungen (B × H × T): ca. 23 × 82,8 × 41 cm
Einsatz: Espresso, Filter, Cupping und weitere Mahlbereiche
Farbe: Schwarz