The Bernardo ADM 260 – 400V jointer-planer offers a planing width of 250 mm, a jointer table of 1,080 mm, a Ø 75 mm cutter block with 3 HSS knives at 3,750 rpm, a maximum thicknessing height of 190 mm, a feed rate of 8 m/min, and a 2.0 kW three-phase 400V motor. Weight approx. 160 kg. Produced in Austria, distributed in Italy by Krollit as the official Bernardo distributor since 2007.
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Planing width (jointer): 250 mm
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Jointer table (length): 1,080 mm
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Thicknessing height: 5 – 190 mm
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Cutter block: Ø 75 mm – 3 HSS knives – 3,750 rpm
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Thicknesser feed rate: 8 m/min
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Motor: 2.0 kW S1 / 2.8 kW S6 – 400V three-phase
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Weight: approx. 160 kg
Who uses the ADM 260 – 400V and for what
The Bernardo ADM 260 – 400V is the three-phase version of the ADM 260 family: same construction with cast iron tables, prismatic guide, and thicknessing height up to 190 mm, in a 400V three-phase configuration. The 8 m/min feed rate, higher than the AD 260 – 400V (4.8 m/min), makes it more productive for roughing soft and medium woods. With available three-phase, it is preferable to the 230V version for its more uniform motor torque. In Krollit customers' workshops, it is the entry-professional combined planer for joinery shops with a three-phase system seeking a 250 mm width with generous thicknessing height (190 mm) at a low cost.
ADM 260 – 400V vs AD 260 – 400V: what changes
Same width (250 mm), same motor (2.0 kW), same weight (160 vs 173 kg). The ADM 260 has a higher thicknessing height (190 vs 185 mm), faster feed rate (8 vs 4.8 m/min), and ADM construction with a prismatic guide. The AD 260 – 400V has a longer jointer table (1,090 vs 1,080 mm). For standard professional use, the ADM 260 – 400V is the better choice for its faster feed rate and greater thicknessing height.
Krollit logistics and support
Bernardo shipping in 5-9 working days (7 days to the South). Original Bernardo spare parts available from stock with 3-5 working day shipping. Customer support in Italian available.
Who is the Bernardo ADM 260 – 400V for
| Profile |
Compatibility |
Reason |
| Passionate hobbyist |
Suitable |
Requires three-phase 400V. For hobby use without three-phase, prefer the 230V version. The 160 kg is manageable with a pallet truck. |
| Small joinery / craftsman (1-5 employees) |
Recommended |
250 mm with 190 mm thicknessing height and 8 m/min feed rate: suitable for professional shifts on soft and medium woods. Three-phase is standard in Italian joineries. |
| Continuous / industrial production |
Suitable |
For intensive cycles on hardwoods, consider the ADM 300 – 400V with a 3.0 kW motor. The ADM 260 is dimensioned for shifts up to 6 hours. |
Not suitable for: workshops without three-phase 400V (choose ADM 260 – 230V); pieces wider than 250 mm; intensive production on hardwoods for more than 6 hours/day.
Surface Planer (Jointer)
| Specification |
Value |
| Planing width |
250 mm |
| Table length |
1,080 mm |
| Table height |
920 mm |
| Cutter block – diameter |
Ø 75 mm |
| Knives |
3 pcs HSS |
| Cutter block speed |
3,750 rpm |
| Fence |
700 × 145 mm – prismatic guide, inclinable 90°–45° |
| Max. depth of cut |
5 mm |
Thicknesser
| Specification |
Value |
| Working width |
250 mm |
| Passage height (min–max) |
5 – 190 mm |
| Thicknesser table length |
600 mm |
| Max. depth of cut |
1.8 mm |
| Feed rate |
8 m/min |
Motor and Power Supply
| Specification |
Value |
| Motor power S1 (100%) |
2.0 kW (2.7 HP) |
| Motor power S6 (40%) |
2.8 kW (3.8 HP) |
| Power supply |
400V – three-phase |
| Dust extraction outlet |
Ø 100 mm |
Dimensions and Weight
| Specification |
Value |
| Machine dimensions (L × W × H) |
1,100 × 750 × 1,110 mm |
| Net weight |
approx. 160 kg |
Compliance and Safety
| Specification |
Value |
| Marking |
CE |
| Directive |
Machinery 2006/42/EC |
Standard Equipment
- 3 mounted HSS knives
- Knife setting jig
- Safety push stick
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ADM 260 – 400V and ADM 260 – 230V?
Identical construction specifications: same width (250 mm), same HSS cutter block, same weight (160 kg), same thicknessing height (190 mm), same feed rate (8 m/min). The difference is exclusively in the power supply: three-phase 400V vs single-phase 230V. With available three-phase, the 400V version is preferable for more uniform motor torque under load; without three-phase, the 230V is the only viable option.
Why is the 8 m/min feed rate superior to the AD 260 (4.8 m/min)?
The ADM and AD families have different construction philosophies. The AD family is oriented towards structural stability with a slower but uniform feed rate; the ADM family has a faster feed rate optimized for productivity on soft and medium woods. For hardwoods with the ADM 260, it is advisable to reduce the depth of cut to compensate for the higher speed and maintain surface quality.
Is a maximum depth of cut of 1.8 mm sufficient for thicknessing?
Yes, for the vast majority of finishing operations. Finishing passes typically occur at 0.5-1.5 mm, well within the limit. For aggressive roughing, the jointer mode (max 5 mm depth of cut) is more appropriate: roughing is done with the jointer and finishing with the thicknesser, the standard sequence in professional joinery.
How often should the 3 HSS knives be replaced?
In professional use (4-6 hours/day), sharpening is necessary every 2-4 weeks for softwoods, every 1-2 weeks for hardwoods. Original Bernardo replacement knives are available from Krollit stock with 3-5 working day shipping.
How much space is needed in the workshop?
The machine footprint is 1,100 × 750 × 1,110 mm. For workpiece handling, at least 1.8 m of free space is needed in front and behind. With 160 kg, it can be moved with a manual pallet truck.
