Bernardo T 500 PF Spindle Moulder Combo + CMT 5-Piece Router Bit Set
The combo brings together two complementary components for high-quality woodworking.
Bernardo T 500 PF is a spindle moulder with a 600 × 400 mm table, Ø 30 mm spindle and 4 selectable speeds: 1,400 rpm for heavy machining with large-diameter tooling and up to 8,650 rpm for finishing softer woods. Motor power is 1.5 kW S1 continuous / 2.1 kW S6 intermittent 40%, with 400V three-phase power supply or 230V on the special version. Spindle height adjustment is 110 mm and the machine features a standard Ø 100 mm dust extraction outlet. The stable 600 × 400 mm table is suitable for mouldings, grooves, architectural profiles and tongue-and-groove joints.
CMT 5 pcs Bit Set S=8 is a professional 5-piece cutter set. The bits feature HM carbide cutting edges, CMT's orange anti-friction coating and precisely sharpened cutting edges. The 8 mm shank is designed for compatible router collets. The set includes five essential woodworking profiles for moulding, grooving, edge finishing, concave cuts and mixed profiles. Carbide construction provides high durability when machining hardwoods such as walnut and oak.
Who is the Bernardo T 500 PF + CMT 5-Piece Bit Set combo suitable for?
| User profile | Suitable? | Reason |
|---|
| Professional window and door workshop | Ideal | 4 speeds, 600 × 400 mm table and versatile cutter profiles |
| Custom furniture workshop | Ideal | Adjustable speed for different wood species and carbide cutters for hardwoods |
| Professional joiner | Ideal | Stable table, professional tooling and complete working setup |
Not recommended for: users without the required electrical supply; workshops without a dedicated electrical line; inexperienced users unfamiliar with high-speed spindle moulders; hobbyists looking for a compact portable machine.
Technical specifications — Bernardo T 500 PF
Table and spindle
| Parameter | Value |
|---|
| Table dimensions | 600 × 400 mm |
| Working height | 820 mm |
| Spindle diameter | Ø 30 mm |
| Spindle speed | 1,400 / 3,790 / 5,670 / 8,650 rpm |
| Spindle height adjustment | 110 mm |
| Usable spindle length | 95 mm |
| Maximum tool diameter | Ø 160 mm |
Motor and power supply
| Parameter | Value |
|---|
| S1 power, continuous duty | 1.5 kW |
| S6 power, 40% intermittent duty | 2.1 kW |
| Power supply | 230V single-phase / 400V three-phase |
| Frequency | 50 Hz |
Dust extraction and compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|
| Dust extraction outlet | Ø 100 mm |
| Marking | CE |
| Directive | Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC |
| Country of origin | Austria |
Technical specifications — CMT 5 pcs Bit Set S=8
Cutter features
| Parameter | Value |
|---|
| Number of cutters | 5 profiles |
| Shank | 8 mm |
| Material | HM carbide |
| Coating | Orange anti-friction coating |
| Cutting edges | Precision sharpened |
Profiles included
| Profile | Application | Feature |
|---|
| Moulding | Decorative profiles | Rounded edges |
| Grooving | Joints and slots | Straight groove |
| Edge | Edge finishing | 45° chamfer |
| Cove | Concave details | Internal radius |
| Mixed | Complex profiles | Combined profile |
Standard equipment — Complete Combo
Bernardo T 500 PF:
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1.5 kW S1 / 2.1 kW S6 motor
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Ø 30 mm spindle
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600 × 400 mm table
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Maintenance tools
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Italian user manual
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CE certificate
CMT 5 pcs Bit Set S=8:
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5 carbide router bits with different profiles
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Orange anti-friction coating
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8 mm shank
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Protective storage case
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Instructions
Frequently asked questions
1. How do I choose the correct speed for the wood and cutter?
Spindle speed depends on the wood species, cutter diameter and cutting depth. As a general rule, smaller tools can run faster, while larger-diameter tooling requires lower speeds. Softwoods can generally be machined at higher speeds, while harder woods often benefit from a more controlled feed and cutting speed.
2. Are the CMT cutters compatible with the T 500 PF?
The CMT set uses an 8 mm shank, while the T 500 PF has a Ø 30 mm spindle. The bits therefore require a suitable compatible router collet or spindle accessory; the 8 mm shank is not inserted directly onto a 30 mm spindle.
3. What is the advantage of carbide over high-speed steel?
HM carbide retains its cutting edge considerably longer than conventional HSS when working abrasive or hard woods. It also tolerates heat well and reduces the frequency of sharpening or cutter replacement.
4. What dust extractor is recommended for the T 500 PF?
The machine has a Ø 100 mm extraction outlet. A properly sized woodworking dust collector should be used, particularly for continuous professional operation.
5. Does the T 500 PF require 230V single-phase or 400V three-phase power?
The required supply depends on the specific machine version. Check the electrical specification of the exact T 500 PF model before purchase and installation.
6. Which CMT cutter profiles are included?
The 5-piece set covers common woodworking operations such as rounded mouldings, straight grooves, 45° chamfers, concave profiles and mixed decorative profiles.
