The Bernardo PT 200 – 230V bench jointer and thicknesser offers a planing width of 205 mm, a jointer table of 740 mm, a Ø 50 mm cutter block with 2 HSS knives at 8,500 rpm, a maximum thicknessing height of 120 mm, a feed rate of 7 m/min, and a 1.25 kW single-phase 230V motor. It weighs 27 kg and has dimensions of 790 × 460 × 480 mm. Manufactured in Austria, it has been distributed in Italy by Krollit as an official Bernardo distributor since 2007.
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Planing width (jointer): 205 mm
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Jointer table (length): 740 mm
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Thicknessing height: 8 – 120 mm
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Cutter block: Ø 50 mm – 2 HSS knives – 8,500 rpm
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Thicknesser feed rate: 7 m/min
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Motor: 1.25 kW S1 / 1.75 kW S6 – 230V single-phase
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Weight: 27 kg
Who uses the PT 200 and for what
The Bernardo PT 200 – 230V is the most compact benchtop combined planer from the Bernardo catalog: 27 kg, dimensions of 790 × 460 × 480 mm, 230V operation. It is not a production machine; it is a tool for those with limited space, who move between construction sites or workshops, or who want a combined planer as a complementary machine in an already equipped workshop. The 120 mm thicknessing height is the main limitation: suitable for battens, frames, and thin pieces, not for beams and structural pieces. The 8,500 rpm of the 2-knife cutter block produces surprisingly good surface finish for the machine's size. In Krollit customers' workshops, it is used by itinerant artisans, restorers, and small hobby workshops as a first entry into the world of electric combined planers.
Its place in the Bernardo range
The PT 200 is the absolute entry-level combined planer in the Bernardo catalog: below it, there are only hand planers. The next step is the PT 250 – 230V (250 mm width, more powerful) or the ADH 250 P – 400V (250 mm, three-phase). The PT 200 is the choice when portability and compactness are the main criteria, not work capacity. For those who want a stable workshop machine for daily use, the PT 250 or ADH 250 P are already more appropriate.
Krollit logistics and support
Bernardo shipping in 5-9 working days (7 days to the South of Italy). Original Bernardo spare parts available from stock with 3-5 working days shipping. Customer support available in Italian.
Who is the Bernardo PT 200 – 230V for
| Profile |
Compatibility |
Reason |
| Passionate hobbyist |
Recommended |
27 kg, 230V, minimal footprint: used on a workbench and stored away. First electric combined planer for those taking their first steps in motorized woodworking. |
| Small joinery / artisan (1-5 employees) |
Adequate |
As a complementary machine for battens and small pieces, or for on-site use. As a main machine for a professional workshop, it is undersized. |
| Continuous / industrial production |
Not suitable |
The 1.25 kW motor and 120 mm thicknessing height are not suitable for continuous professional production. Consider higher-end machines. |
Not suitable for: pieces with a height greater than 120 mm (absolute structural limit); continuous processing of hardwoods for more than 2 hours; use as the sole planer in a full-time professional workshop.
Jointer
| Specification |
Value |
| Planing width |
205 mm |
| Table length |
740 mm |
| Cutter block – diameter |
Ø 50 mm |
| Knives |
2 pcs HSS |
| Cutter block speed |
8,500 rpm |
| Fence |
540 × 100 mm |
| Fence inclination |
90° – 45° |
| Max. depth of cut |
2 mm |
Thicknesser
| Specification |
Value |
| Working width |
200 mm |
| Passage height (min–max) |
8 – 120 mm |
| Thicknesser table length |
255 mm |
| Max. depth of cut |
2 mm |
| Feed rate |
7 m/min |
Motor and power supply
| Specification |
Value |
| Motor power S1 (100%) |
1.25 kW (1.7 HP) |
| Motor power S6 (40%) |
1.75 kW (2.3 HP) |
| Power supply |
230V – single-phase |
| Dust extraction port |
Ø 60 mm |
Dimensions and weight
| Specification |
Value |
| Machine dimensions (L × W × H) |
790 × 460 × 480 mm |
| Net weight |
27 kg |
Compliance and safety
| Specification |
Value |
| Marking |
CE |
| Directive |
Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC |
Standard equipment
- 2 mounted HSS knives
- Combined dust extraction hood
- Knife setting gauge
- Safety push stick
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ø 60 mm dust extraction port compatible with standard extractors?
The Ø 60 mm port is smaller than the industrial standard Ø 100 mm. It is compatible with domestic and light industrial vacuum cleaners equipped with a 60 mm hose or with adapters. For workshop use without a dedicated extractor, the PT 200 produces moderate chip volumes due to its reduced width (205 mm): a domestic vacuum cleaner of 1,000-1,200 W with a Ø 60 mm adapter is sufficient for hobby use.
Is the PT 200 suitable for hardwoods like oak?
With limitations. For oak, it is advisable to reduce the depth of cut to 0.5-1 mm and not exceed 1-2 hours of continuous work. The 1.25 kW motor is dimensioned for soft and medium woods in intermittent use; on hardwoods in continuous cycle, it may overheat. For regular use on oak or ash, the PT 250 or ADH 250 P with 1.5-2.0 kW motors are more appropriate.
How does switching from jointer to thicknesser work?
The switch is done using the combined dust extraction hood: a specific solution of the PT 200 that allows changing modes without moving the dust extraction port. The operation takes 30-60 seconds. The thicknesser table is compact (255 mm long), sufficient for pieces up to approximately 500 mm in length with additional support; for longer pieces, infeed/outfeed supports are needed.
Is a dedicated workbench needed for the PT 200?
Yes. With a height of only 480 mm, the PT 200 cannot be used on the floor. It must be placed on a stable bench with a depth of at least 500 mm. Its weight of 27 kg makes it easily movable by one person. For on-site use, it can be transported in a car trunk (dimensions 790 × 460 mm) and placed on any stable flat surface.
Is the PT 200 suitable as a first electric planer for a hobbyist?
Yes, it is designed precisely for this purpose. The 27 kg, standard 230V plug, minimal footprint, and lower price compared to professional-grade combined planers make it a suitable entry point into the world of electric planers for those new to woodworking. The limit is the width (205 mm) and thicknessing height (120 mm): for most hobby projects involving battens, frames, and small boards, these are more than sufficient.
