The Record Power BM16 is a professional mortiser, with a capacity of 70 mm and a speed of 1400 rpm. Krollit, official Record Power distributor since 2007.
- Table size: 180 x 157 mm
- Table height: 125 mm
- Max drilling depth: 70 mm
- Max workpiece height: 120 mm
- Max workpiece depth: 125 mm
- Lateral table travel: 160 mm
Who uses the BM16 and for what
Professional carpentry workshops and furniture manufacturers use the BM16 to create mortises for tenon joints on doors, windows, and furniture, with precise joints on rails and stiles.
Its place in the Record Power range
The Record Power BM16 is part of the Record Power mortiser range, distributed in Italy by Krollit since 2007. The Record Power range includes models of various categories and performances: to choose the right machine for your use case, you can consult the Record Power catalog on Krollit or contact customer support for selection assistance.
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 the BM16 is for
The BM16 is recommended for the following professional profiles:
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Professional carpenters and furniture manufacturers: creating mortises for tenon joints on doors, windows, and furniture.
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Window and door manufacturers: working on rails and stiles with precise joints.
Not suitable for: mortising on metal or plastic (machine dedicated to wood: different processes are needed for other materials).
Working capacity
| Max drilling depth |
70 mm |
| Max workpiece depth |
125 mm |
| Lateral table travel |
160 mm |
| Table travel front/back |
60 mm |
| Chisel capacity |
6 – 16 mm |
| Vertical stroke |
130 mm |
| Chuck capacity |
13 mm |
Table, dimensions and geometry
| Table size |
180 x 157 mm |
| Table height |
125 mm |
| Max workpiece height |
120 mm |
| Chisel-fence distance |
70 mm |
Motor and power supply
| Motor |
1/2 HP |
| Frequency |
50 Hz |
| Sound pressure |
<85 dB(A) |
| Sound power |
<85 dB(A) |
Other specifications
| Chisel shank |
13/16” |
| Machine type |
Benchtop mortiser |
| Spindle speed |
1400 rpm |
Frequently asked questions
What can the BM16 work on?
It creates rectangular mortises for mortise and tenon joints on solid wood, plywood, and derived panels.
Bernardo HM square chisel mortisers allow for direct right-angle mortises without the need for manual finishing. Typical applications: door and window frames, chairs, furniture, and structural assemblies.
What chisel sizes does it support?
Typically chisels from 6 to 25 mm wide. Check the "drilling capacity" or "mortise capacity" in the technical table.
HM Bernardo chisels are dedicated accessories with a cylindrical shank and a hardened hollow tip. Krollit provides original spare parts compatible with the HM 12, HM 25, and HM 30 series.
Is the head tiltable or rotatable?
Depends on the model: the HM 25 has a 180° swivel head, the HM 25 TOP has a head that tilts ±22.5° right/left.
The swivel head allows working on large workpieces such as doors and frames from the back. The tilting head allows for angled mortises for mitered assemblies.
What power supply does it require?
The HM 12, HM 25, and HM 30 models are equipped with a 0.75 kW single-phase 230 V motor. See "Voltage" in the technical table.
The single-phase power supply makes these mortisers usable even in workshops without a three-phase line. However, the machine requires dedicated differential protection.
How much does the machine weigh?
See the "Weight" data in the technical table. Typically 100 kg (HM 25) or 110 kg (HM 25 TOP).
The high cast iron mass offers rigidity during mortising, reducing vibrations and improving precision. For handling and installation, a hydraulic trolley or the help of a second operator is recommended.
