The Bernardo WB 200 S manual angle bender cold bends flat steel up to 100×7 mm and round bars Ø 22 mm, hot bends up to 100×15 mm and Ø 27 mm. Capacity on copper 100×12 mm, aluminum 100×15 mm, angle steel sections 100×10 mm cold and 100×15 mm hot. Weight 33 kg. Standard equipment: bending plate, continuous angle stop, eccentric clamping block, material stop. Manufactured in Austria, distributed in Italy by Krollit as an official Bernardo distributor since 2007.
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Flat steel capacity (cold): 100 × 7 mm / 65 × 12 mm
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Flat steel capacity (hot): 100 × 15 mm / 75 × 20 mm
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Round steel capacity: Ø 22 mm cold / Ø 27 mm hot
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Angle steel capacity: 100 × 10 mm cold / 100 × 15 mm hot
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Copper capacity: 100 × 12 mm
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Aluminum capacity: 100 × 15 mm
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Weight: approx. 33 kg
Who uses the WB 200 S and for what
The Bernardo WB 200 S is the top-of-the-range manual angle bender from Bernardo, sized for demanding bends on steel flats up to 100 mm wide and angle sections up to 100×10 mm. Compared to the WB 70 S, its capacity increases across all parameters: wider flats, thicker bars, heavier angles. The 33 kg structure provides superior stability during bending, which is necessary when exerting high forces to bend substantial angle sections. It works cold for standard pieces and hot for thicker materials, following the same logic as all Bernardo manual bending machines. In Krollit customers' workshops, it is chosen by professional blacksmiths, manufacturers of structural gates and railings, light carpentry workshops, and workshops that regularly work with heavy angles or wide flats.
Its place in the Bernardo range
In the Bernardo range of manual angle bending machines, the WB 200 S is the top model. Below it is the WB 70 S (flat capacity up to 70×5 mm cold, weight 20.5 kg) for workshops with more modest needs. The capacities of the WB 200 S cover the vast majority of light carpentry and professional blacksmith work: bending angles for gates, structural railings, metal door frames, mechanical supports. For workshops that continuously work with angles over 100×10 mm or flats over 100×15 mm, hydraulic bending machines would be necessary, but the vast majority of blacksmith work falls within the capabilities of the WB 200 S. Above the manual bending machines in the Bernardo range are motorized bending machines for sheet metal work (TBM 2020, TBM 3020) and industrial hydraulic bending machines (AKPL, press brakes).
Krollit logistics and support
Bernardo shipping in 5-9 working days (7 days to the South). With 33 kg, it can be moved carefully by one person or easily by two people. It must be secured to a sturdy workbench. Interchangeable plates and original Bernardo spare parts are available from stock with 3-5 working day shipping. Customer support available in Italian.
Who the WB 200 S is for
| Profile |
Compatibility |
Reason |
| Passionate metal hobbyist |
Adequate |
Capacities exceed standard hobbyist needs. For occasional use, the lower-cost WB 70 S may suffice. |
| Professional blacksmith / light carpentry workshop |
Recommended |
Capacities for 100×7 mm flats cold and 100×10 mm angles cover the vast majority of daily light carpentry work. The 33 kg structure provides adequate stability. |
| Gate / structural railing manufacturer |
Recommended |
For regular bending of substantial angle sections and heavy profiles. The machine is sized for daily craft use. |
Not suitable for: bending steel flats over 100×7 mm cold or over 100×15 mm hot (design limits); sheet metal fabrication (TB bench folders or TBM motorized folders); repetitive, high-volume bending in series production (consider hydraulic bending machines with automatic positioning).
Flat steel capacity
| Specification |
Value |
| Cold |
100 × 7 mm / 65 × 12 mm |
| Hot |
100 × 15 mm / 75 × 20 mm |
Bar capacity
| Specification |
Value |
| Round steel (cold) |
Ø 22 mm |
| Round steel (hot) |
Ø 27 mm |
| Square steel (cold) |
20 × 20 mm |
| Square steel (hot) |
25 × 25 mm |
Angle capacity
| Specification |
Value |
| Angle steel (cold) |
100 × 10 mm |
| Angle steel (hot) |
100 × 15 mm |
Capacity on other metals
| Specification |
Value |
| Copper |
100 × 12 mm |
| Aluminum |
100 × 15 mm |
Dimensions and weight
| Specification |
Value |
| Machine dimensions (L × W × H) |
900 × 430 × 310 mm |
| Net weight |
approx. 33 kg |
Compliance
| Specification |
Value |
| Marking |
CE |
Standard equipment
- Bending plate
- Continuous angle stop
- Eccentric clamping block
- Material stop
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the concrete difference compared to the WB 70 S?
The WB 200 S bends flats up to 100×7 mm cold (vs 70×5 mm), angles up to 100×10 mm (vs 60×8 mm), round bars up to Ø 22 mm (vs Ø 18 mm). It weighs 33 kg vs 20.5 kg.
The WB 200 S is designed for professional workshops with daily work on significant sections. For artisanal blacksmiths with occasional work, the WB 70 S is appropriately sized and costs less. For those who regularly make gates and structural railings with heavy angles, the WB 200 S is the right investment.
Can I bend 100×10 mm angles cold without problems?
Yes, that is the machine's nominal cold capacity. It requires significant force on the lever: for pieces near the maximum limit, it is advisable to slightly heat the bending point to reduce effort.
The nominal capacity is verified by Bernardo under standard laboratory conditions. In the workshop, material quality (mild steel vs high-strength structural steel) can affect the force required. For repetitive bends on large angles, it is advisable to slightly heat the bending point: this reduces operator effort and machine wear.
Is the included bending plate sufficient for most jobs?
For bending angles, standard flats, and bars, the supplied plate covers the vast majority of operations. For specific bending radii, optional radius plates are available (R10, R15, R20, R25).
The WB 200 S in standard configuration is optimized for sharp angular bends. For workshops that regularly perform specific bending radii (curved frames, artistic decorations), radius plates are available as optional accessories. Krollit provides information on compatible optional plates upon request.
Is the machine truly suitable for daily professional use?
Yes, but as it is a manual bending machine, its productivity depends on the operator. For high-volume series production, consider hydraulic bending machines with automatic positioning.
The WB 200 S is structurally sized for daily professional use: its 33 kg weight and robust geometry withstand continuous work cycles. The limit is ergonomic rather than mechanical: for long shifts with repetitive bends, operator fatigue becomes the limiting factor. For series production of standard parts, a motorized or hydraulic bending machine would reduce effort and increase output.
How much space is needed to install it in the workshop?
The machine dimensions are 900 × 430 × 310 mm. It must be secured to a sturdy workbench. For handling pieces, an operating space of at least 3 × 1.5 m is needed, considering long bars and profiles.
The support bench must be sized to withstand significant lateral forces during bending. For bending 100 mm angles, the lever exerts significant forces on the work surface: a light or unstable bench becomes dangerous. For workshops without an adequate structural bench, a dedicated Bernardo base is available as an optional accessory.
