The Bernardo T 500 PF spindle moulder offers a 600 × 400 mm table, Ø 30 mm spindle, speeds of 1400 / 3790 / 5670 / 8650 rpm, and a 1.5 kW S1 / 2.1 kW S6 motor, 230V / 400V. Manufactured in Austria, distributed in Italy by Krollit as the official Bernardo distributor since 2007.
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Table size: 600 × 400 mm
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Working height: 820 mm
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Spindle diameter: Ø 30 mm
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Spindle speed: 1400 / 3790 / 5670 / 8650 rpm
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Spindle height adjustment: 110 mm
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Usable spindle length: 95 mm
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Max. tool Ø: 160 mm
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Motor S1 / S6: 1.5 / 2.1 kW – 230V / 400V
Who uses the T 500 PF and for what
The Bernardo T 500 PF is a professional spindle moulder for wood profiling: mouldings, grooves, shapes on battens and panels, tongue and groove joints, door and window profiles. With a 600 × 400 mm table, Ø 30 mm spindle, and 4 selectable speeds (1400 / 3790 / 5670 / 8650 rpm), it covers the full range of profiling operations — from heavy milling with large diameter cutters (1400 rpm) to finishing on softwoods (8650 rpm). With an additional 1000 × 215 mm drilling table for combined profiling + drilling operations. In Krollit customers' workshops, it is used by joineries producing frames, custom furniture, and solid wood frames.
Who is the Bernardo T 500 PF for
| Profile |
Compatibility |
Reason |
| Passionate hobbyist |
Not recommended |
Requires three-phase 400V. For hobby use, consider single-phase models. |
| Joinery / Window and door manufacturer |
Ideal |
600 × 400 mm table, 4 speeds, max Ø 160 mm: for professional profiling in continuous cycle. |
| Industrial production |
Suitable |
For very high volumes, consider spindle moulders with integrated automatic feed. |
Not recommended for: workshops without three-phase 400V; those without experience with high-speed woodworking machines.
Table and spindle
| Specification |
Value |
| Table size |
600 × 400 mm |
| Working height |
820 mm |
| Spindle diameter |
Ø 30 mm |
| Spindle height adjustment |
110 mm |
| Usable spindle length |
95 mm |
| Max. tool Ø |
160 mm |
| Spindle speed |
1400 / 3790 / 5670 / 8650 rpm |
| Dust extraction outlet |
Ø 100 mm |
Motor and power supply
| Specification |
Value |
| Motor power S1 (100%) |
1.5 kW |
| Motor power S6 (40%) |
2.1 kW |
| Power supply |
230V / 400V |
Compliance and safety
| Specification |
Value |
| Marking |
CE |
| Directive |
Machinery 2006/42/EC |
Logistics
Bernardo shipping: 5–9 working days (7 days to the South). Original spare parts available with 3–5 working days shipping. Italian customer support available.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you choose the correct speed for the type of wood and cutter?
Hardwoods (oak, ash) and large cutters (Ø 150–200 mm): 1400–3790 rpm. Medium woods and MDF with standard cutters (Ø 80–120 mm): 3790–5670 rpm. Softwoods and small cutters (Ø <60 mm): 8650 rpm. The optimal peripheral speed for most profiling cutters is 40–80 m/s.
Which cutters are compatible with the Ø 30 mm spindle?
All tools with a standard European Ø 30 mm conical shank: shank cutters, collet chucks, arbors for disc cutters. Always check the maximum permissible peripheral speed of the tool before use.
Is a guide needed for straight line work?
Yes. The parallel fence for straight work is available as a Bernardo accessory. For work on templates or curves, the pilot bearing integrated into the cutter is used.
What dust extractor is needed for this spindle moulder?
A dust extractor with a minimum flow rate of 600–800 m³/h and a Ø 100 mm connection. Profiling produces fine chips, especially on MDF: a dust extractor with an adequate filter is essential.
Are spare parts available?
Original Bernardo spare parts available with 3–5 working days shipping. Italian customer support available.
