The Bernardo SB 40 Profi pillar drill drills up to Ø 40 mm in steel, with a continuous Vario-drive system (90–1,455 rpm), MT 4 taper, tiltable table ±50°, spindle travel 160 mm, automatic feed 0.1/0.2/0.3 mm/rev, 1.0/1.5 kW three-phase 400V motor. Weight approx. 380 kg. Made in Austria, distributed in Italy by Krollit as official Bernardo distributor since 2007.
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Max drilling capacity: Ø 40 mm (steel)
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Speed system: Continuous Vario-drive 90 – 1,455 rpm
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Morse taper chuck: MT 4
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Automatic feed: 0.1 / 0.2 / 0.3 mm/rev
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Tiltable table: ±50°
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Spindle travel: 160 mm
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Motor: 1.0/1.5 kW – 400V three-phase
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Weight: approx. 380 kg
Who uses the SB 40 Profi and for what
The Bernardo SB 40 Profi is the flagship professional pillar drill in the Bernardo range: with its Vario-drive system that continuously adjusts speed without changing belts (90–1,455 rpm), three-step selectable automatic feed (0.1/0.2/0.3 mm/rev), and ±50° tiltable table, it's the machine for workshops that regularly drill various materials — from aluminum to structural steel — and want to switch between parameters in seconds instead of minutes. The MT 4 taper allows mounting large drill bits and special tools without adapters. At 380 kg, it has the necessary mass for heavy-duty work without vibrations. In Krollit customers' workshops, it is used by mechanical workshops, equipment manufacturers, and metal frame fabricators.
Who is the Bernardo SB 40 Profi for
| Profile |
Compatibility |
Reason |
| Hobbyist |
Not recommended |
Professional machine weighing 380 kg with three-phase 400V. For hobby use, consider lighter single-phase pillar drills. |
| Professional mechanical workshop |
Ideal |
Vario-drive with no belt changes, automatic feed, MT 4, ±50° table: the drill for those who regularly drill various materials with maximum operational flexibility. |
| Industrial production |
Ideal |
The automatic feed of 0.1/0.2/0.3 mm/rev is crucial for serial drilling with consistent quality without operator fatigue. |
Not suitable for: workshops without three-phase 400V; occasional hobby use; those who do not need Ø 40 mm (a smaller drill is sufficient and less expensive).
Working capacity
| Specification |
Value |
| Max drilling capacity (steel) |
Ø 40 mm |
| Keyless chuck |
1 – 16 mm / B16 |
| Morse taper chuck |
MT 4 |
| Spindle travel |
160 mm |
| Spindle – column distance |
320 mm |
| Spindle – table distance |
max. 590 mm |
| Spindle – base distance |
1,155 mm |
Speed and feeds
| Specification |
Value |
| Speed system |
Vario-drive (continuous adjustment) |
| Spindle speed |
90 – 1,455 rpm |
| Automatic spindle feed |
0.1 / 0.2 / 0.3 mm/rev |
Table and base
| Specification |
Value |
| Tiltable table |
−50° / +50° |
| Table dimensions / T-slots |
505 × 425 mm / 14 mm |
| Column diameter |
120 mm |
| Base plate |
360 × 370 mm |
Motor and power supply
| Specification |
Value |
| Motor power |
1.0 / 1.5 kW |
| Power supply |
400V – three-phase |
Dimensions and weight
| Specification |
Value |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) |
500 × 930 × 1,870 mm |
| Net weight |
approx. 380 kg |
Compliance and safety
| Specification |
Value |
| Marking |
CE |
| Directive |
Machinery 2006/42/EC |
Logistics
Bernardo shipping: 5–9 working days (7 days for Southern Italy). Original spare parts available with 3–5 working days shipping. Customer support available in Italian.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Vario-drive system and why is it an advantage over belt changes?
The Vario-drive continuously adjusts the spindle speed via a mechanical variator, without having to stop the machine, open the cover, and move the belt between pulleys. The practical result: to go from 200 rpm (large drilling in steel) to 1,200 rpm (small drilling in aluminum), you turn a knob in 3 seconds instead of losing 2–3 minutes of downtime. In a workshop that drills various materials every day, the time savings and operating comfort are significant.
What is the automatic feed of 0.1/0.2/0.3 mm/rev for?
Automatic feed pushes the spindle down at a fixed rate per spindle revolution, regardless of the force applied by the operator. For serial drilling, it ensures consistent quality (same penetration rate for each hole), reduces fatigue for deep drilling, and is optimal for hard materials where uncontrolled feed can cause drill bit breakage. The three steps (0.1/0.2/0.3 mm/rev) cover everything from fine finishing to rapid roughing.
Is the ±50° tiltable table also used for angled milling?
The SB 40 Profi is a pillar drill — it is not designed for milling with end mills. The ±50° tiltable table is used for angled drilling (holes not perpendicular to the surface), typical in metalworking and equipment construction. For actual milling, the Bernardo BFM/WFM range of milling machines is used.
What drill bits can be mounted on the MT 4?
The MT 4 taper is the standard for large diameter drill bits, taper reductions (MT 4 → MT 3, MT 2) and special tools such as drill bushes, reamers, and hole saws. With the MT 4 → B16 reduction, the keyless chuck for drill bits up to Ø 16 mm can be mounted.
How much space is needed in the workshop?
The machine footprint is 500 × 930 × 1,870 mm. At 380 kg, it requires an adequate floor for delivery. The base of 360 × 370 mm is compact: the drill can be easily installed even in workshops with limited space.
