Burr grinder Rommelsbacher EKM 400 — conical stainless steel burrs, 35 grind levels, 12 doses, 130 g container

The Rommelsbacher EKM 400 burr grinder combines stainless steel conical burrs with an adjustable dosing system intended for home and semi-professional coffee preparation. The compact unit accommodates a 130 g removable grounds container with aroma lock and provides 35 grind levels from extra-fine to coarse. Controls are presented on an LED display with touch buttons; other practical features include an antistatic function, a removable portafilter holder (60 mm Ø) and a modular grinder design for simplified cleaning and cord storage.

Advantages

Stainless steel conical burrs deliver a consistent particle size distribution for clearer extraction profiles. The wide range of 35 grind settings supports brewing methods from espresso to French press. Programmable dosing allows up to 12 portions with 10 adjustable portion sizes, reducing waste and ensuring repeatable results. The removable grounds container with aroma lock keeps grounds fresh and the modular construction allows quick disassembly for cleaning. Touch controls and an LED display provide intuitive operation while an antistatic function minimizes mess.

Suitable for

• Home espresso and filter coffee preparation
• Small offices or shared kitchens
• Users who need precise grind adjustment for different brew methods
• Preparation of single or multiple doses with programmable portions

Key specifications

• Grinding mechanism: stainless steel conical burrs
• Number of grind levels: 35 (extra-fine to coarse)
• Dosing: up to 12 programmable portions with 10 portion size options
• Grounds container capacity: 130 g, removable with aroma lock
• Portafilter holder diameter: 60 mm Ø, removable
• User interface: LED display with touch controls
• Antistatic function for reduced clumping and mess
• Design: modular construction for easy cleaning and cord storage
• Colour: black and stainless steel

How to use

Fill the hopper with whole beans and select the desired grind level on the LED display. Choose a portion number or program a portion size according to the required dose, then start grinding using the touch controls. For direct portafilter grinding, attach the removable portafilter holder; for bulk grinding, use the removable grounds container with the aroma lock. Turn off the grinder and remove the container or portafilter holder when grinding is complete. Follow the modular disassembly instructions in the manual for periodic cleaning of burrs and components.

Recommendations

For optimal performance, clean the grinder regularly according to the manufacturer’s guidelines, avoid grinding oily or flavored beans that can clog burrs, and adjust grind settings incrementally when switching between brewing methods. Use the antistatic function and the aroma lock container to reduce mess and preserve aroma between sessions.