Bernardo PGH 700 – Pneumatic Planishing Hammer
The Bernardo PGH 700 is a high-performance pneumatic hammer, suitable for forming and planishing sheet metal in steel, aluminum, copper, and brass. With a throat depth of 650 mm and an inside height of 505 mm, it allows for comfortable working on large workpieces. The cast steel structure ensures robustness and precision, while the electric foot pedal keeps hands free, improving safety and productivity. With a frequency of 4600 strokes per minute, it enables the creation of smooth and stretched surfaces with operational efficiency. The working capacity reaches up to 1.4 mm for steel and 1.8 mm for aluminum, with an air consumption of 800 l/min at 5 bar. Supplied with a complete set of punches and a polishing wheel, the PGH 700 is suitable for body shops, vintage car restorers, and workshops specializing in sheet metal processing.
Key Specifications
650 mm throat depth and 505 mm inside height for large workpieces
4600 strokes/min frequency for fast and precise processing
Working capacity: 1.4 mm steel and 1.8 mm aluminum
Cast steel structure for stability and long life
Standard electric foot pedal for hands-free operation
Air consumption 800 l/min at 5 bar pressure
Supplied with 8 shaped punches, 1 straight punch, and polishing wheel
Suitable for body shops, restoration, and professional sheet metal work
Technical table:
| Specification |
Value |
| Brand |
Bernardo |
| Model |
PGH 700 |
| Type |
Pneumatic Planishing Hammer |
| Throat depth |
650 mm |
| Inside height |
505 mm |
| Max steel thickness* |
1.4 mm |
| Max aluminum thickness |
1.8 mm |
| Stroke frequency |
4600 / min |
| Max air pressure |
5 bar |
| Air consumption |
800 l/min |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) |
900 x 800 x 1550 mm |
| Weight |
60 kg |
| *Base material |
400 N/mm² |
Package contents:
Bernardo PGH 700 pneumatic hammer
8 shaped punches (½” – 12”)
1 straight punch
Polishing wheel
Electric foot pedal
Logistics
Bernardo shipping: 5–9 business days (7 days to the South). Original spare parts available with 3–5 business days shipping. Customer support in Italian available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a pneumatic planishing hammer and when is it used?
The Bernardo PGH pneumatic planishing hammer is a tool for forming and repairing sheet metal: the pneumatic blow rapidly hammers the sheet metal onto a shaped anvil, allowing for the correction of deformations, creation of bulges, and shaping of complex forms. It is the standard tool in body shops for repairing dents on steel and aluminum panels, and in boat outfitting for forming curved panels.
What air pressure does the PGH 500 / PGH 700 require?
PGH hammers require compressed air at 6–8 bar with adequate flow for continuous operation. A compressor with a minimum 50-liter tank and a minimum flow rate of 150–200 l/min is sufficient for intermittent artisanal use. For continuous use, prefer compressors with a higher flow rate.
What is the difference between PGH 500 and PGH 700?
The number indicates the impact force: the PGH 700 has a greater impact than the PGH 500 — suitable for thicker sheets or more pronounced corrections. The PGH 500 is more precise and less aggressive for finishing work and on thin sheets. In body shops, both are used: 700 for roughing, 500 for finishing.
Are accessories (anvils) available?
Yes. Anvils of different shapes (flat, curved, spoon) compatible with PGH are available as Bernardo accessories with 3–5 business days shipping.
Is support available?
Original Bernardo spare parts available with 3–5 business days shipping. Customer support in Italian available.
