The Bernardo BFM 2100 Servo bed milling machine offers a 2,100×500 mm table with a 1,800 kg load capacity, ISO 50 spindle taper, 6-300/30-1,500 rpm spindle speed in two ranges, X/Y/Z travel of 1,500/650/650 mm, continuous servo-assisted feeds X/Y 2.5-3,000 mm/min and rapid traverses of 6,000 mm/min, ball screws on all axes, 11 kW main motor, 3.6 kW feed motor, 360° swiveling Huron type universal head, and ES-12 H 3-axis digital display. Approx. weight 7,300 kg. Manufactured in Austria, distributed in Italy by Krollit as official Bernardo distributor since 2007.
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Work table: 2,100 × 500 mm – load capacity 1,800 kg
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Spindle taper: ISO 50
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Spindle speed: 6-300 / 30-1,500 rpm (2 ranges)
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X / Y / Z travel: 1,500 / 650 / 650 mm
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Rapid traverses X/Y/Z: 6,000 / 6,000 / 3,000 mm/min
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Main motor: 11 kW – 400V three-phase
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Weight: approx. 7,300 kg
Who uses the BFM 2100 Servo and for what
The Bernardo BFM 2100 Servo is a heavy industrial bed milling machine designed for heavy-duty machining of large workpieces. The massive gray cast iron structure, reinforced box-type carriage, and 7,300 kg weight provide the necessary rigidity for heavy milling without vibration. The 360° swiveling Huron-type universal head allows for horizontal, vertical, and angular milling in one machine. Servo-assisted feeds on all three axes (with rapid traverses up to 6,000 mm/min on X/Y), ball screws, and the ES-12 H digital display make the machine suitable for both precision machining and heavy roughing. In Krollit customer workshops, it is chosen by industrial mechanical workshops, mold shops, ship repair, and maintenance of large-format mechanical components that require generous load capacity and travel.
Its place in the Bernardo range
The BFM 2100 Servo is at the top of Bernardo's bed milling machine range. The ISO 50 spindle taper is the standard industrial size for heavy milling (vs ISO 40 for mid-range milling machines): it allows for larger diameter tools and more aggressive material removal tolerances. The X/Y/Z travels of 1,500/650/650 mm handle workpieces that smaller workshop milling machines could not accommodate, such as mechanical carpentry components, welded structures, and large-format molds. Below the BFM 2100 Servo, Bernardo offers milling machines with tables of 1,300-1,700 mm and ISO 40, sized for medium-sized workshops. Above the 2100 Servo, one enters the category of CNC machining centers and gantry milling machines, sized for automated production.
Krollit logistics and support
Bernardo shipping in 5-9 business days (7 days to the South of Italy). With 7,300 kg, it requires a crane or forklift of adequate capacity and appropriately sized workshop access. A reinforced concrete foundation is recommended for precision machining. Clamps, milling tool holders, Huron head spare parts, and original Bernardo spare accessories are available from stock with 3-5 business days shipping. Customer support in Italian is available.
Who is the BFM 2100 Servo for?
| Profile |
Compatibility |
Reason |
| Passionate hobbyist |
Not recommended |
Industrial machine weighing 7,300 kg, 11 kW motor, and 2,100 mm table. Its cost, dimensions, and the required industrial three-phase electrical line make it unsuitable for hobby use. |
| Medium-large mechanical workshop |
Recommended |
For machining large workpieces (mechanical components, carpentry, molds), repairs, and industrial maintenance. The 1,800 kg table load capacity handles practically any generalist mechanical workshop component. |
| Industrial production / mold shop |
Recommended |
Servo-assisted feeds, ball screws, and a 3-axis digital display support precision machining on large workpieces. For automated series production, consider CNC machining centers. |
Not recommended for: automated series production with numerical control (consider dedicated CNC machining centers); workshops without an industrial three-phase line or without space for a dedicated foundation; machining small workpieces (under 200×200 mm) where more compact milling machines would be more productive.
Table and working capacity
| Specification |
Value |
| Table dimensions |
2,100 × 500 mm |
| Table load capacity |
1,800 kg |
| Spindle – column distance |
610 mm |
| Spindle – table distance |
0 – 650 mm |
Spindle and head
| Specification |
Value |
| Spindle taper |
ISO 50 |
| Spindle speed (range 1) |
6 – 300 rpm |
| Spindle speed (range 2) |
30 – 1,500 rpm |
| Spindle head inclination |
360° (Huron universal head) |
Travels and feeds
| Specification |
Value |
| Longitudinal travel (X) |
1,500 mm |
| Cross travel (Y) |
650 mm |
| Vertical travel (Z) |
650 mm |
| Continuous feeds X/Y |
2.5 – 3,000 mm/min |
| Continuous feed Z |
2.5 – 2,500 mm/min |
| Rapid traverses X/Y |
6,000 mm/min |
| Rapid traverse Z |
3,000 mm/min |
Motors and power supply
| Specification |
Value |
| Main motor |
11 kW |
| Feed motor |
3.6 kW |
| Power supply |
400V – 50Hz – three-phase |
Dimensions and weight
| Specification |
Value |
| Machine dimensions (L × W × H) |
3,350 × 2,800 × 2,830 mm |
| Net weight |
approx. 7,300 kg |
Compliance
| Specification |
Value |
| Marking |
CE |
| Directive |
Machinery 2006/42/EC |
Standard equipment
- ES-12 H 3-axis digital display with LCD screen
- Electronic handwheels
- Continuous servo-assisted feeds on all axes
- Ball screws on all axes
- LED work lamp
- Cooling device with tank and pump
- 360° swiveling Huron type universal head
- Horizontal counter bearing
- Long arbor ISO 50 / 32 mm
- Tapered milling tool holder ISO 50 / 40 mm
- Z-axis telescopic cover
- Universal protective device
- Cover for horizontal milling
- Automatic central lubrication
- Tool set
Frequently asked questions
What foundation does the BFM 2100 Servo require?
A reinforced concrete foundation sized for the machine's 7,300 kg is recommended. For precision machining, standard industrial flooring may be insufficient.
Correct installation requires a reinforced concrete slab at least 200 mm thick under the machine, with a leveled surface for stable support on the adjustable feet. For precision machining with tight tolerances, a dedicated foundation isolated from the rest of the workshop floor reduces vibrational transmissions from other machines. Krollit does not provide on-site foundation laying services: involve a qualified installer for site preparation.
Can I use standard ISO 40 tools with an adapter?
Yes, reduction milling tool holders from ISO 50 to ISO 40 are available to use mid-range tools. The machine is natively sized for ISO 50 but supports adapters for smaller tools.
Reduction milling tool holders allow flexibility in using tools purchased for previous machines. However, to maximize the capacity of the BFM 2100 Servo, the native use of ISO 50 tools is preferable: ISO 50 milling tool holders have greater rigidity and allow more aggressive material removal without vibrations. Clamps and original spare milling tool holders are available from Krollit stock with 3-5 business days shipping.
Is the 360° Huron head really practical?
Yes. It allows horizontal, vertical, and angular milling without changing tools. For general workshops that process different workpieces, this is the most significant practical difference compared to milling machines with a fixed head.
The Huron universal head is a heavy construction feature: it adds mechanical complexity but eliminates the need to purchase additional equipment for horizontal milling. Continuous 360° rotation also allows for complex angular milling (e.g., inclined surfaces, angled grooves) that would otherwise require the use of rotary or angular tables. The investment in a Huron head pays off in general workshops with a variety of operations.
Do ball screws really make a difference?
Yes, significantly. They reduce axial play to practically zero and allow positioning repeatability of a few microns, compared to the hundredths of a millimeter typical of traditional lead screws/nuts.
Ball screws are the standard for modern precision machine tools. On a milling machine of this size, the difference is seen in the achievable tolerances and the reduction of backlash, which would otherwise require manual compensation. Combined with the ES-12 H 3-axis digital display, they allow working with tolerances within ±0.01 mm under standard conditions.
How much operating space is needed in the workshop?
The machine dimensions are 3,350 × 2,800 × 2,830 mm. For workpiece handling and service accessibility, an operating area of at least 6 × 5 m with a minimum ceiling height of 3.5 m is required.
The X-travel of 1,500 mm and the table load capacity of 1,800 kg require space for handling heavy workpieces with a hoist or workshop crane. For loading/unloading operations, it is recommended to have at least 1.5 m clear space in front of the table. The indicated heights consider the machine with the Huron head in the vertical position: in the horizontal configuration, the vertical footprint is reduced.
