Bernardo Pillar Drill SBM 20 Vario / 230 V with Vario Speed and Laser – drilling Ø 20 mm, MT 2 taper, continuous speed 400-1,950 rpm, spindle-to-table distance 690 mm, 0.90 kW 230V motor, weight 68 kg
Bernardo Pillar Drill SBM 20 Vario / 230 V with Vario Speed and Laser – drilling Ø 20 mm, MT 2 taper, continuous speed 400-1,950 rpm, spindle-to-table distance 690 mm, 0.90 kW 230V motor, weight 68 kg is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Description
The Bernardo SBM 20 Vario / 230 V pillar drill is the upgraded Vario SBM pillar model with a 20 mm drilling diameter, a 0.90 kW motor, and a 305×305 table. It has a drilling capacity in steel up to Ø 20 mm and a continuously adjustable spindle speed from 400-1,950 rpm. Technical specifications include a MT 2 Morse taper spindle, a maximum spindle-to-table distance of 690 mm, and a spindle-to-base distance of 1,170 mm (significantly higher than BM Vario bench drills). It features an integrated digital display for speed and spindle travel, a cross-line laser device for hole centering, and a 305 × 305 mm cast iron table with 16 mm T-slots, inclinable from -45° to +45°, and height-adjustable with a rack. The cast iron base has polished T-slots, and a 1-16 mm keyless chuck with a B18 taper shank is included. The IP 54 compliant aluminum motor is 0.90 kW (S1) / 1.3 kW (S6) at 230V, with a spindle travel of 80 mm and a weight of 68 kg. Distributed in Italy by Krollit as an official Bernardo distributor since 2007.
- Drilling capacity in steel: Ø 20 mm
- Chuck: 1-16 mm / B 18
- Morse taper mount: MT 2
- Spindle speed: continuous 400-1,950 rpm
- Spindle travel: 80 mm
- Table: 305 × 305 mm with 16 mm T-slots inclinable ±45°
- Max. spindle-to-table distance: 690 mm
- Spindle-to-base distance: 1,170 mm
- Column diameter: 72 mm
- Digital display: speed + spindle travel
- Cross-line laser device: for hole centering
- Motor: 0.90 kW (S1) / 1.3 kW (S6) at 230V
- Weight: 68 kg
Who uses the SBM 20 Vario / 230 V and for what
The Bernardo SBM 20 Vario / 230 V is a medium-sized pillar drill with continuously adjustable speed, dimensioned for professional workshops requiring drilling on tall or bulky workpieces. Key design feature: the maximum spindle-to-table distance of 690 mm and spindle-to-base distance of 1,170 mm are significantly higher than BM Vario bench drills (440 / 630 mm respectively): the SBM is dimensioned for workpieces up to 690 mm tall placed on the table, or workpieces up to 1,170 mm placed directly on the base. Continuously adjustable speed from 400-1,950 rpm: for applications with variable diameter tools, the Vario system is functionally superior to stepped systems. The digital display for speed and spindle travel + cross-line laser device for centering are included as standard, just like in BM Vario models. The SBM is preferable to the BM Vario for: large workpieces that cannot be placed on the table of a compact bench drill, applications with tall welded structures or bulky frames, drilling large diameter cylindrical workpieces that require more vertical space. Typical application sectors: metal carpentry with medium welded structures, mechanical assembly workshops with large frames, prototyping laboratories for bulky parts.
Its place in the Bernardo range
The Bernardo bench and pillar drill range is organized into 6 main sub-families: TB (TB 14/16/20 T) entry-level with fixed B16 taper or MT 2 and stepped speeds; BM T (BM 20/25 T) intermediate with digital spindle travel display and stepped speeds; BM Vario (BM 16/20 Vario) intermediate with continuously adjustable speed + centering laser; SBM Vario (SBM 16/20 Vario) pillar drill with greater height than BM Vario; B 430 Vario medium-heavy pillar drill with 360° swiveling table and MT 3 spindle; SB 30 Profi heavy-duty pillar drill with 2-stage power motor, Ø 32 mm capacity. The SBM 20 Vario / 230 V is the SBM Vario model with identical features to the BM Vario but a pillar structure with greater height: max spindle-to-table distance of 690 mm vs 440 mm for the BM Vario, spindle-to-base distance of 1,170 mm vs 630 mm. For tall workpieces that cannot be placed on the BM Vario table, the SBM is the correct choice. For standard workpieces (height below 440 mm), the BM Vario is economically preferable (weight 46-57 kg vs 57-68 kg for the SBM). For higher capacities (Ø 25 mm), the B 430 Vario or SB 30 Profi models from the heavy-duty pillar range are correctly dimensioned.
Krollit logistics and support
Bernardo shipping in 5-9 working days (7 days to Southern Italy). Manageable weight for two people with care. HSS drill bits, milling chucks, tapping devices, LED lamps, original Bernardo spare parts (belts, motors, keyless chucks, taper shanks, T-nuts) available from stock with 3-5 working days shipping. Customer support available in Italian.
Who the SBM 20 Vario / 230 V is for
| Profile | Compatibility | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Workshop with drilling on tall workpieces up to 690 mm | Recommended | Spindle-to-table distance 690 mm and spindle-to-base 1,170 mm: larger dimensions than BM Vario bench drills (440/630 mm). |
| Precision workshop with adjustable speed | Recommended | Vario speed 400-1,950 rpm, digital display for speed + spindle travel, centering laser included. |
| Workshop with standard workpieces below 440 mm height | Suitable | For standard workpieces, the corresponding BM Vario is economically preferable with similar performance and a more compact structure. |
Not suitable for: drilling diameters greater than Ø 20 mm (for Ø 25 mm, B 430 Vario is needed; for Ø 32 mm, SB 30 Profi); heavy industrial applications requiring higher stability (KBM fixed column models are needed).
Working capacity
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Drilling capacity in steel | Ø 20 mm |
| Chuck | 1-16 mm / B 18 |
| Morse taper mount | MT 2 |
Speed and travel
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Spindle speed (continuous) | 400-1,950 rpm |
| Spindle travel | 80 mm |
Table and working dimensions
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Table dimensions | 305 × 305 mm |
| Table T-slots | 16 mm |
| Table inclination | -45° to +45° |
| Spindle-to-column distance | 180 mm |
| Max. spindle-to-table distance | 690 mm |
| Spindle-to-base distance | 1,170 mm |
| Column diameter | 72 mm |
| Base plate surface | 205 × 205 mm |
Motor and power supply
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Motor power S1 100% | 0.90 kW |
| Motor power S6 40% | 1.3 kW |
| Voltage | 230V / 50 Hz |
| Protection standard | IP 54 |
Dimensions and weight
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Machine dimensions (L × W × H) | 420 × 600 × 1,560 mm |
| Weight | 68 kg |
Compliance
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Marking | CE |
| Directive | Machinery 2006/42/EC |
Standard equipment
- Bernardo SBM 20 Vario / 230 V drill
- Keyless chuck 1-16 mm / B 18
- Taper shank MT 2 / B 18
- Digital display: speed + spindle travel
- Cross-line laser device for centering
- Set of T-nuts for workpiece clamping
- Height-adjustable guard with microswitch
- Separate emergency stop switch
- Set of wrenches and service tools
- User manual in Italian
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between SBM Vario and BM Vario?
The SBM has a spindle-to-table distance of 690 mm and a spindle-to-base distance of 1,170 mm, vs 440/630 mm for the BM Vario. For tall workpieces that cannot be placed on the BM Vario table, the SBM is the correct choice. Same electronics (Vario display, centering laser).
The SBM is structured as a pillar drill (tall vertical structure) vs the BM bench drill (compact structure). Other technical specifications (drilling capacity, motor, chuck, table) are comparable between models of the same capacity. For workshops with predominantly drilling on standard workpieces below 440 mm, the BM Vario is economically preferable (weight 46-57 kg vs 57-68 kg, lower price). For workshops with tall workpieces, the SBM is correctly dimensioned.
Is the pillar structure more stable than the bench drill?
Yes, marginally. The Ø 72 mm vertical column and 57-68 kg weight offer slightly greater stability than the BM bench drill (weight 46-57 kg). For heavy drilling applications (Ø 18-20 mm on steel), the superior stability reduces spindle vibrations.
For standard applications (drilling Ø below 12 mm on mild steel), the difference in stability is marginal. For heavy industrial applications requiring higher stability, the B 430 Vario (Ø 80 mm column, 100 kg weight) or SB 30 Profi (Ø 100 mm column, 245 kg weight) models are correctly dimensioned. For series production with heavy workpieces, structural stability is a crucial characteristic for hole quality and tool life.
Does the Vario system require special maintenance?
Yes, periodic. The electronic variator requires an annual check of contacts, and the variable diameter pulleys (Reeves system) require lubrication of the opening mechanism every 500 operating hours. Typical Vario belt replacement every 2-4 years in normal use.
Lubrication procedure: open the transmission cover, apply specific lithium grease for pulleys to the opening/closing mechanisms of the pulleys, manually turn the speed adjustment knob to distribute the grease. Vario belts are of a special type (wider and more flexible than standard belts) to allow for variable diameter: original Bernardo spare parts available from stock with 3-5 working days shipping.
Can I use the SBM Vario for tapping?
Only if it has R/L rotation (some models). The SBM 20 Vario 400V has dedicated right/left rotation; the standard SBM 16 Vario does not. For tapping with a tap, R/L rotation is necessary for automatic ejection of the tap from the hole.
For occasional tapping on SBM Vario without R/L, hand taps can be used (they only require guidance from a stationary spindle): less precise but sufficient for intermittent applications. For precision tapping on steel, R/L rotation is a crucial characteristic: manual rotation of a stationary spindle causes uneven tap torsion (risk of thread breakage). For frequent M taps, the SB 30 Profi is correctly dimensioned with R/L rotation and higher capacity.
Does the SBM have a 360° swiveling table?
No. The SBM table is only inclinable ±45° (like BM/TB). For a 360° swiveling table around the column, the B 430 Vario is correctly dimensioned.
The 360° swiveling table allows positioning the workpiece at any angle: a crucial characteristic for angled drilling on cylindrical workpieces, radial holes on flanges, prototyping operations with non-standard angles. For standard applications with vertical or angled ±45° holes, inclinable tables are sufficient. For applications with complex angles, the B 430 Vario is the correct choice.
