The Bernardo PT 250 – 230V benchtop planer and thicknesser offers a planing width of 255 mm, a jointer table of 925 mm, a shaft with 2 HSS blades, a maximum thicknessing height of 120 mm, a feed rate of 7 m/min, and a 1.5 kW single-phase 230V motor. Compact weight with a portable design. Manufactured in Austria, distributed in Italy by Krollit as an official Bernardo distributor since 2007.
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Planing width (jointer): 255 mm
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Jointer table (length): 925 mm
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Thicknessing height: up to 120 mm
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Planer shaft: 2 HSS blades
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Thicknesser feed rate: 7 m/min
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Motor: 1.5 kW S1 / 2.1 kW S6 – 230V single-phase
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Dust extraction: Ø 75 mm integrated
Who uses the PT 250 and for what
The Bernardo PT 250 – 230V is a 255 mm combined benchtop planer: wider than the PT 200 (205 mm) and the PT 200 ED (205 mm), with rectified aluminium tables and a portable design. With a width of 255 mm, it covers the vast majority of workpieces in hobby and light artisanal woodworking. The 120 mm thicknessing height is the main limit: sufficient for battens, frames, and standard boards, but not for structural pieces. The combined dust hood allows for quick switching between jointing and thicknessing modes without disconnecting the extractor. In Krollit customers' workshops, it is the primary combined benchtop planer for those who want more width than the PT 200 in a still portable format.
Krollit Logistics and Support
Bernardo shipping in 5-9 business days (7 days to the South). Original Bernardo spare parts available from stock with 3-5 business days shipping. Customer support available in Italian.
Who is the Bernardo PT 250 – 230V for?
| Profile |
Compatibility |
Reason |
| Passionate hobbyist |
Recommended |
255 mm width in a portable format with 230V: suitable for most hobby projects. Rectified aluminium tables for good precision. |
| Small joinery / artisan (1-5 emp.) |
Adequate |
As a complementary machine for narrow pieces or on-site work. As a main machine for professional production, it is undersized for thicknessing height (120 mm) and power. |
| Continuous / industrial production |
Not recommended |
Not sized for industrial production. Consider the AD or ADM range. |
Not suitable for: pieces with a height over 120 mm; intensive production on hardwoods; workshops looking for a main professional production machine.
Planer (jointer)
| Specification |
Value |
| Planing width |
255 mm |
| Table length |
925 mm |
| Tables |
Rectified aluminium |
| Blades |
2 pcs HSS |
| Fence |
620 × 125 mm |
| Fence inclination |
90° – 45° |
| Max. removal |
2 mm |
Thicknesser
| Specification |
Value |
| Working width |
250 mm |
| Max. passage height |
120 mm |
| Max. removal |
2 mm |
| Feed rate |
7 m/min |
Motor and power supply
| Specification |
Value |
| Motor power S1 (100%) |
1.5 kW (2.0 HP) |
| Motor power S6 (40%) |
2.1 kW (2.8 HP) |
| Power supply |
230V – single-phase |
| Dust extraction |
Ø 75 mm integrated with combined hood |
Dimensions and weight
| Specification |
Value |
| Machine dimensions (L × W × H) |
970 × 460 × 990 mm |
Compliance and safety
| Specification |
Value |
| Marking |
CE |
| Directive |
Machinery 2006/42/CE |
Standard equipment
- 2 HSS blades installed
- Combined dust hood
- Safety push stick
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between PT 250 and PT 200?
The PT 250 offers 50 mm more width (255 vs 205 mm) and a longer jointer table (925 vs 740 mm). The maximum thicknessing height is identical (120 mm). The motor is identical (1.5 kW). The PT 250 is the choice when more working width is needed; the PT 200 is more compact and less expensive. Both have a thicknessing height limited to 120 mm; for taller pieces, consider the PT 200 ED (210 mm) or the combined planers from the AD/ADM range.
Are rectified aluminum tables as precise as cast iron ones?
For hobby and light artisanal use, rectified aluminum offers adequate flatness and a smoother surface. For intensive professional use, the cast iron tables of the AD and ADM versions offer greater vibrational stability and durability. The choice of table material is one of the main construction differences between the PT benchtop planers and the professional AD/ADM planers.
How does the combined dust hood work?
The combined hood allows switching from jointing mode to thicknessing mode while keeping the extractor connected; there's no need to disconnect and reconnect the hose. It's a deflector that automatically redirects the suction flow based on the active mode. Practical for workshops where mode changes occur frequently throughout the day.
Is a dedicated workbench needed?
Yes. With a height of 990 mm, the PT 250 is designed to be used as a freestanding machine on the floor; it does not require an additional workbench like smaller benchtop versions (PT 200). The footprint of 970 × 460 mm is compact and easily fits even in workshops with limited space.
How much space is needed in the workshop?
The machine footprint is 970 × 460 × 990 mm. For handling workpieces, a clear space of at least 1.5 m in front and behind is needed. The portable design allows for movement without special equipment.
