The Bernardo UWF 90-1270 universal milling machine offers ISO 40 vertical and horizontal spindles, 8-stage vertical speeds of 115-1,750 rpm and 12-stage horizontal speeds of 40-1,300 rpm, a 1,270×280 mm table with 14 mm T-slots, a swiveling head (-90°/+90°), a tilting table (±45°), travels of 750/230/300 mm (manual X), automatic X and Y feeds with rapid traverse, a Z-axis positioning motor (rapid 660 mm/min), vertical motor 0.85/1.5 kW + horizontal motor 2.2 kW, and a heavy cast iron structure with adjustable dovetail guides. ES-12 H 3-axis DRO included. Weight 1,300 kg. Made in Austria, distributed in Italy by Krollit as an official Bernardo distributor since 2007.
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Spindles: Vertical and horizontal ISO 40
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Vertical speeds: 8 stages: 115 – 1,750 rpm
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Horizontal speeds: 12 stages: 40 – 1,300 rpm
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Table: 1,270 × 280 mm
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Travels (X / Y / Z): 750 (man.) / 230 / 300 mm
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Motors: 0.85/1.5 kW vertical + 2.2 kW horizontal
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3-axis DRO: ES-12 H included as standard
Who uses the UWF 90-1270 and for what
The Bernardo UWF 90-1270 is the entry-level to mid-range universal milling machine in the UWF family with a 1,270 mm table, sized for workshops with medium to large part production needs but with limited power on the vertical spindle. A distinctive feature compared to the UWF 90 V: 0.85/1.5 kW vertical motor (vs 2.2 kW on the 90 V), sized for light to medium machining. The horizontal motor remains at 2.2 kW: typical horizontal milling (with large cutters) requires more power than vertical milling. The vertical spindle speeds of 115-1,750 rpm (vs 90-2,000 on the 90 V) are slightly different: the range is shifted downwards, suitable for less aggressive tools. All other mechanical characteristics are identical to the UWF 90 V: 1,270×280 mm table, 750/230/300 travels, dual spindle, DRO included, 1,300 kg heavy cast iron structure. In Krollit customers' workshops, it is chosen by general mechanical workshops with medium-large part production but limited power requirements, professional artisan workshops, and workshops that primarily work on standard materials without requiring high power on the vertical.
Its place in the Bernardo range
The UWF 90-1270 is the 'economical' version of the UWF family with a 1,270 mm table. Alongside it: UWF 90 V (2.2 kW vertical motor for more demanding machining); UWF 90-1270 with pneumatic clamping (Row 17 of the catalog, version with quick tool change). Difference between UWF 90-1270 vs UWF 90 V: the vertical motor is the key difference. For workshops with standard machining on mild steel, aluminum, brass, the UWF 90-1270 is correctly sized with a lower cost. For regular machining on harder steels or large tools that require significant power on the vertical, the UWF 90 V with 2.2 kW is correctly sized. For smaller parts with reduced vertical motor, consider the UWF 80 E (1,000×240 table, 0.85/1.5 kW vertical motor). For larger parts, move up to the UWF 95 N (1,600×360 mm table, 2,200 kg weight) or UWF 150 (1,650×360 table, ISO 50).
Logistics and Krollit support
Bernardo shipping in 5-9 business days (7 days to Southern Italy). With 1,300 kg, it requires a crane or forklift of adequate capacity. Dimensions 1,750 × 1,500 × 2,200 mm. ISO 40 adapters, milling cutters, accessories, and original Bernardo spare parts available from stock with 3-5 business days shipping. Customer support in Italian available.
Who is the UWF 90-1270 for?
| Profile |
Compatibility |
Reason |
| Passionate hobbyist |
Not suitable |
Industrial machine weighing 1,300 kg and requiring 400V three-phase power. Exclusively for professional applications. |
| Mechanical workshop with light-medium machining |
Recommended |
Table size 1,270×280 mm and travels 750/230/300 mm handle medium-large parts. Vertical motor 0.85/1.5 kW sized for standard machining on mild steel and alloys. |
| Professional artisan workshop |
Recommended |
Complete UWF features (dual spindle, DRO included, 1,300 kg structure) at a lower price compared to the UWF 90 V. Suitable for limited budgets without compromising on geometry. |
Not suitable for: regular machining on hard steels or large tools that require power on the vertical (the UWF 90 V with a 2.2 kW motor is correctly sized); series production with frequent tool changes (the UWF 90-1270 with pneumatic clamping is faster); production of larger parts (UWF 95 N or UWF 150).
Table
| Specification |
Value |
| Table dimensions |
1,270 × 280 mm |
| Table T-slots |
14 mm |
| Table tilt |
-45° to +45° |
Spindles
| Specification |
Value |
| Spindle taper |
ISO 40 (vertical and horizontal) |
| Vertical spindle speed |
(8) 115 – 1,750 rpm |
| Horizontal spindle speed |
(12) 40 – 1,300 rpm |
| Spindle travel |
125 mm |
Travels and capacities
| Specification |
Value |
| Travels (X / Y / Z) |
750 (manual) / 230 / 300 mm |
| Spindle to table distance |
35 – 350 mm |
| Spindle to column distance |
170 – 750 mm |
Swiveling head
| Specification |
Value |
| Head tilt |
-90° to +90° |
Feeds
| Specification |
Value |
| Longitudinal feeds |
(8) 32 – 700 mm/min |
| Rapid Z-axis feed |
660 mm/min |
| Z-axis positioning motor |
Included |
Motor and power supply
| Specification |
Value |
| Vertical motor power |
0.85 / 1.5 kW |
| Horizontal motor power |
2.2 kW |
| Power supply |
400V – 50Hz – three-phase |
DRO included
| Specification |
Value |
| Display |
ES-12 H 3-axis with LCD display |
Dimensions and weight
| Specification |
Value |
| Machine dimensions (L × W × H) |
1,750 × 1,500 × 2,200 mm |
| Weight |
1,300 kg |
Compliance
| Specification |
Value |
| Marking |
CE |
| Directive |
Machinery 2006/42/EC |
Standard equipment
- Bernardo UWF 90-1270 universal milling machine
- ES-12 H 3-axis digital readout with LCD display
- Drawbar M16
- Integrated LED lamp
- Coolant device
- Automatic feeds on X and Y axes
- Z-axis positioning motor
- ISO 40/B18, ISO 40/MT 3 adapters
- Morse taper sleeve MT 3/2
- Long 27 mm milling arbor
- Horizontal counter support
- Adjustable protective device
- Cover for horizontal milling
- Service tool kit
Frequently asked questions
What is the key difference from the UWF 90 V?
Only the vertical motor: UWF 90-1270 has 0.85/1.5 kW, UWF 90 V has 2.2 kW. Same table (1,270×280 mm), same travels, same horizontal motor (2.2 kW), same DRO included.
For workshops with standard machining on medium materials (mild steels, aluminum, brass), the 0.85/1.5 kW motor is sufficient. For regular machining on harder steels (S355, hardened steels) or for large tools (over Ø 50 mm), the UWF 90 V with 2.2 kW is correctly sized. The price difference reflects the motor difference.
What does the dual power 0.85/1.5 kW mean?
It is a dual-speed motor: at low speeds (delta connection) it delivers 0.85 kW; at high speeds (star connection) it delivers 1.5 kW. A constructive feature of 2-speed asynchronous motors.
2-speed motors are a simple and reliable solution to provide more power at high speeds (where needed) and less power at low speeds (where natural torque is already sufficient). The switching between the 2 powers is automatic in the spindle speed range change.
Can I machine hardened steel?
For hardened steel, light machining yes, heavy machining no. The 1.5 kW vertical motor at most handles cutters up to Ø 16-20 mm on hardened steels with small material removal.
For regular machining on hardened steels with medium-large tools, the UWF 90 V with a 2.2 kW motor is recommended, or, for series production on hard steels, the UWF 95 N (2.2 kW vertical motor + 2,200 kg structure for superior stability). The UWF 90-1270 is optimized for standard general workshop machining.
Are vertical speeds of 115-1,750 rpm limiting?
For most standard machining, no. For milling aluminum or light alloys with small tools (Ø under 8 mm), speeds higher than 1,750 rpm may be needed: in that case, the UWF 90 V (90-2,000) or the UWF 80 E Vario with inverter are more suitable.
Optimal cutting speed depends on the tool and material. For standard steels with Ø 10-30 mm cutters, typical speeds are 200-1,500 rpm, well covered by the UWF 90-1270 range. For finishing on aluminum with small cutters, speeds can go up to 3,000-5,000 rpm: in that case, consider the UWF 80 E Vario with inverter.
Is the Z-positioning motor also included in this version?
Yes. The Z-positioning motor is a standard feature of the entire UWF 90-1270 and UWF 90 V family. Rapid feed 660 mm/min on the Z-axis regardless of the vertical machining motor.
The Z-positioning motor is separate from the vertical machining motor: it is used exclusively for rapid head movements between machining operations. It is an ergonomic element that reduces operator fatigue. On entry-level milling machines from other brands, it is often absent or available as an optional accessory.
