The Bernardo Proficenter 700 BQV / 230 V is a metal lathe for professional use, with a distance between centers of 700 mm, a center height of 150 mm, and a weight of 298 kg (without base). Krollit, official Bernardo distributor since 2007.
- Distance between centers: 700 mm
- Center height: 150 mm
- Swing over bed: 280 mm
- Spindle bore: 38 mm
- Spindle taper: MT5
- Lathe speed: 50–1000 / 100–1800 rpm
Who uses the Proficenter 700 BQV / 230 V and for what
Mechanical workshops and artisan turners use the Proficenter 700 BQV / 230 V for cylindrical, conical, and threading operations on steels and alloys. The machine supports the production of spare parts, shafts, bushings, and small batches.
Its place in the Bernardo range
The Bernardo Proficenter 700 BQV / 230 V is part of the Bernardo metal lathe range, distributed in Italy by Krollit since 2007. The Bernardo range includes models of various categories and performance levels: to choose the right machine for your use case, you can consult the Bernardo catalog on Krollit or contact customer support for assistance in selection.
Krollit logistics and support
Machine shipping in 5-9 working days (7 days to the South). For spare parts and accessories, shipping in 3-5 working days from Krollit warehouse. Customer support in Italian available for technical documentation, product sheets, and spare parts order management. Krollit has been an official distributor since 2007.
Who is the Proficenter 700 BQV / 230 V for?
The Proficenter 700 BQV / 230 V is recommended for the following professional profiles:
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Mechanical workshops and artisan turners: cylindrical, conical, and threading on steels and alloys.
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Industrial maintenance technicians and repair centers: processing of spare parts, shafts, bushings, and small-scale production.
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Hobbyists and model making: professional machine: for occasional home use, consider smaller benchtop models.
Machining capacity
| Tailstock quill travel |
85 mm |
| Drilling capacity milling machine |
Ø 20 mm |
| Face milling capacity |
Ø 63 mm |
| End milling capacity |
Ø 20 mm |
Spindle, tools and speed
| Distance between centers |
700 mm |
| Center height |
150 mm |
| Spindle taper |
MT5 |
| Lathe speed |
50–1000 / 100–1800 rpm |
| Milling speed |
50–2250 rpm |
| Milling spindle taper |
MT2 |
Table, dimensions and geometry
| T-slot width |
12 mm |
| Milling head inclination |
-90° to +90° |
| Machine dimensions |
1380 x 640 x 1020 mm |
| Weight |
298 kg (without base) |
Motor and power supply
| Lathe motor S1 |
1.1 kW / 230 V |
| Lathe motor S6 |
1.5 kW / 230 V |
| Milling motor S1 |
0.60 kW / 230 V |
| Milling motor S6 |
0.90 kW / 230 V |
Other specifications
| Swing over bed |
280 mm |
| Spindle bore |
38 mm |
| Longitudinal feed |
0.07 – 0.65 mm/rev (14 steps) |
| Cross feed |
0.03 – 0.12 mm/rev (11 steps) |
| Metric threads |
0.2 – 3.5 mm (18 steps) |
| Inch threads |
8 – 56 TPI (21 steps) |
| Tailstock taper |
MT3 |
| Vertical head adjustment |
260 mm |
Frequently asked questions
What materials can the Proficenter 700 BQV / 230 V work on?
Mild steels, alloy steels, cast iron, brass and aluminum within the pass limits indicated in the technical specifications.
For hardened or high-strength alloy steels, it is advisable to reduce cutting speed and depth of cut. The machine is sized for general mechanical production; for special alloys, check the compatibility of the spindle and tailstock Morse taper.
What is included in the standard equipment?
The equipment includes a self-centering chuck, tailstock, steady rest, threading accessories, and a set of wrenches.
For the exact list of accessories and spare parts supplied, consult the manufacturer's technical sheet. Krollit provides support for original Bernardo spare parts with delivery times of 3-5 working days.
What type of power supply does it require?
See the voltage data in the technical table. Compact bench machines are often 230 V single-phase, professional models 400 V three-phase.
For 400 V three-phase models, an industrial power line is required. Verify the presence of adequate power supply in the workshop before purchasing.
Is the machine suitable for series production?
It depends on the model class: professional Bernardo lathes handle continuous cycles, benchtop models are suitable for medium use.
Profi and Apollo models are designed for intensive multi-shift use; Hobby and Goliath series for occasional use or small laboratories.
How much does it weigh and what installation does it require?
The weight varies significantly by model: see "Weight" in the technical table.
Machines over 500 kg require industrial flooring and fixing with anchor bolts. Benchtop models up to 100 kg are installed on a robust workbench with an adequately sized top.
