The Bernardo KDM 1100 (230V) wood copying lathe is a professional wood lathe with an integrated copying device for precise replication of templates and original parts, sized for semi-professional craftsmen looking for a good quality copying lathe with continuous speed adjustment and a digital display. Center distance 1100 mm, swing over bed Ø 370 mm. Maximum copying length 850 mm, maximum copying diameter Ø 160 mm. Spindle speed 500-2,000 rpm (continuous adjustment). Spindle thread M33 × 3.5 mm, tailstock taper MT 2, tailstock quill travel 50 mm. Motor 0.75 kW (S1) - 1.1 kW (S6) at 230V single-phase, weight 92 kg, machine dimensions 1,650 × 750 × 1,150 mm. Digital display for speed visualization. Swiveling headstock for off-bed work. Distributed in Italy by Krollit as an official Bernardo distributor since 2007.
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Distance between centers: 1100 mm
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Swing over bed: Ø 370 mm
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Copying diameter: Ø 160 mm
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Maximum copying length: 850 mm
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Spindle speed: 500-2,000 rpm (continuous adjustment)
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Spindle thread: M33 × 3.5 mm
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Tailstock taper: MT 2
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Tailstock quill travel: 50 mm
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Motor: 0.75 kW (S1) / 1.1 kW (S6) - 230V single-phase
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Digital display: Speed visualization
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Weight: 92 kg
Who uses the KDM 1100 (230V) and for what
The Bernardo KDM 1100 (230V) is a wood copying lathe with an integrated copying device. The copying device allows for the precise replication of templates (e.g., models of wooden or metal chair legs) or original parts (e.g., an existing leg to be copied): the operator guides a pointer along the model, and the cutting tool accurately replicates the shape on the blank. This is a crucial feature for series production of identical turned parts (sets of chair legs, identical candlesticks, balusters for railings, identical tool handles): without copying, each piece would require manual processing with continuous profile checks and inevitable variability between pieces. The KDM 1100 (230V single-phase) model is the standard model in the KDM copier range: weighing 92 kg, it is sized for craftsmen with continuous use. Center distance 1,100 mm and swing over bed Ø 370 mm. Continuous speed adjustment 500-2,000 rpm with digital display for precise control. Swiveling headstock for off-bed work. 0.75 kW (S1) - 1.1 kW (S6) motor at 230V single-phase: single-phase power for craft workshops without a three-phase line. Suitable for craftsmen with regular production of turned parts in series, semi-professionals with a dedicated workshop, and professional technical schools. The standard Bernardo copying device allows the use of wooden or metal templates (templates can be made by the operator from drawings or original pieces). The maximum copying lengths and diameters are technical limits of the specific machine.
Its place in the Bernardo range
The Bernardo wood copying lathe range is organized into 3 sub-categories: KDM (entry-level/intermediate 68-92 kg, continuous adjustment, 0.55-0.75 kW motor); KDH (semi-professional 128 kg with integrated cast iron base, continuous adjustment, 0.75 kW motor); CL (top of the range 218-228 kg, 4-step mechanical transmission, 1.1 kW motor, 400V three-phase power). The progressive characteristics are: weight, copying capacity (length and diameter), type of transmission (continuous for flexibility vs. step for stability), power supply (230V single-phase for standard workshops vs. 400V three-phase for industrial workshops).
The KDM 1100 (230V single-phase) is the standard model in the KDM range: weight 92 kg, center distance 1,100 mm, 0.75 kW motor. Difference from KDM 1000 eco: more powerful motor, greater center distance, greater weight. For more professional use with an integrated base, the KDH 1100 (128 kg) is correctly sized; for top use, the CL range (218-228 kg with 4-step speed and 400V three-phase).
The KDM 1100 is available in 230V single-phase (for workshops without a three-phase line) and 400V three-phase (for industrial workshops) versions. Mechanical characteristics are identical; only the motor power supply changes. The 230V single-phase version is sized for craft workshops without an industrial 400V three-phase line.
Logistics and Krollit support
Bernardo shipping in 5-9 working days (7 days to the South). With a weight of 92 kg, it can be moved by one person; the lathe is sized for placement on an existing sturdy workbench or on the included machine stand. Standard copying templates, additional tool rests, faceplates, live centers, original Bernardo accessories and spare parts are available from stock with 3-5 working days shipping. Customer assistance available in Italian.
Who the KDM 1100 (230V) is for
| Profile |
Compatibility |
Reason |
| Craftsman with regular production of series turned parts |
Recommended |
92 kg machine with 0.75 kW (S1) motor for continuous use. 1,100 mm center distance and standard copying device. Digital display for speed control. |
| Advanced hobbyist / semi-professional |
Recommended |
230V single-phase power supply compatible with any civil socket (advantage for workshops without a three-phase line). |
| Technical school with professional workshop |
Recommended |
Semi-professional level machine with complete features (copying device, continuous adjustment, swiveling headstock, digital display). For intensive use by multiple students, the 92 kg robustness is adequate. |
Not suitable for: intensive daily professional use with large pieces (over Ø 370 mm or length over 1100 mm; the CL 1300/1500 range is correctly sized); programmed CNC (Bernardo copying lathes are manual with mechanical copying device, not numerical control); environments without adequate dust extraction (woodworking produces abundant chips and dust); copying profiles deeper than those specific to the machine.
Working capacity
| Specification |
Value |
| Distance between centers |
1100 mm |
| Swing over bed |
Ø 370 mm |
| Copying diameter |
Ø 160 mm |
| Maximum copying length |
850 mm |
Speed
| Specification |
Value |
| Spindle speed |
500-2,000 rpm (continuous adjustment) |
Spindle and tailstock
| Specification |
Value |
| Spindle thread |
M33 × 3.5 mm |
| Tailstock taper |
MT 2 |
| Tailstock quill travel |
50 mm |
Motor and power supply
| Specification |
Value |
| Motor power S1 100% |
0.75 kW |
| Motor power S6 40% |
1.1 kW |
| Voltage |
230V single-phase |
Additional features
| Specification |
Value |
| Digital speed display |
Included |
| Headstock |
Swiveling for off-bed work |
Dimensions and weight
| Specification |
Value |
| Machine dimensions (L × W × H) |
1,650 × 750 × 1,150 mm |
| Weight |
92 kg |
Compliance
| Specification |
Value |
| Marking |
CE |
| Directive |
Machinery 2006/42/EC |
Standard equipment
- Bernardo KDM 1100 copying lathe (230V)
- Copying device for replicating templates and original parts
- 300 mm tool rest
- 150 mm faceplate
- MT 2 live center
- Drive center
- Machine stand
- Digital display for speed visualization
- Continuous/multi-speed adjustment
- Turning tool set
- User manual in Italian
Frequently asked questions
How does the copying device work?
The copying device is a pantograph mechanism that allows a profile (wooden or metal template, or original part) to be replicated onto the blank to be turned. The operator guides a pointer along the profile of the template, and the mechanical system transfers the movement to the cutting tool, which works the blank, reproducing exactly the same shape. The KDM 1100 (230V) has copying capacities: max length 850 mm, max diameter Ø 160 mm.
Practical advantage for series production: without copying, each piece would require manual processing with continuous profile checks (e.g., using profile gauges, comparison rulers). With copying, the first piece is carefully worked to create the template, then all subsequent pieces are replicated identically in 30-90 seconds each. For productions of 10-100 identical pieces (e.g., sets of chair legs, candlesticks, balusters), the time saved is 70-90% compared to single manual processing. Copying templates can be made by the operator themselves (in hardwood for occasional use, or in sheet steel or aluminum for continuous use) or purchased from suppliers of copying lathe accessories.
What is the difference between the KDM 1100 (230V) and the other copying lathes in the range?
The Bernardo copier range has 3 sub-categories: KDM (entry-level/intermediate 68-92 kg, 0.55-0.75 kW motor), KDH (semi-pro 128 kg with integrated base, 0.75 kW motor), CL (top of the range 218-228 kg with 4-step speed and 1.1 kW 400V three-phase motor). The KDM 1100 (230V) is a KDM category: entry-level/intermediate for occasional or moderate regular use.
To choose the right model, consider: required weight and robustness (occasional vs. continuous use), copying capacity (length/diameter/profile depth), preferred transmission type (continuous for speed variety or step for stability under load), available power supply (230V single-phase for standard craft workshops or 400V three-phase for industrial workshops). For most craft workshops with regular production, the KDM 1100 or KDH 1100 are correctly sized; for intensive professional production, the CL range.
Are copying templates included or do they need to be purchased separately?
Copying templates are not included in the standard equipment: the machine is supplied with the copying device (pantograph mechanism) but the specific templates for each profile to be replicated must be made or purchased separately.
Templates can be: made by the operator themselves from drawings or original pieces (in hardwood for occasional use, or in sheet steel or aluminum for continuous use); purchased from specialized suppliers of copying lathe accessories (standard templates for common profiles such as chair legs, candlesticks, balusters); derived from existing original pieces that are used directly as templates. For continuous use, it is recommended to make templates from sheet steel: superior durability (hundreds of copies without wear) and constant precision. For occasional use or production of a few pieces, hardwood templates are sufficient and more economical.
Is the 230V single-phase power supply sufficient for continuous use?
For the KDM 1100 (230V), yes, in semi-professional craft workshop use. The 0.75 kW (S1) - 1.1 kW (S6) motor is sized for continuous use at 230V single-phase with an adequate line (minimum 2.5 mm² cable, dedicated 16A circuit breaker).
For intensive industrial use (continuous daily production of heavy parts), the 400V three-phase version is correctly sized: greater voltage stability under load, less motor vibration, longer durability under continuous use. For workshops without a three-phase line but with continuous use, the 230V single-phase version is correctly sized; for workshops with an available three-phase line, the 400V version offers minor advantages at the same price.
Which spindle speed should I choose for copying?
For copying, recommended speeds are slightly lower than for free turning, because the copying system imposes a more constant tool feed rate: softwoods (pine, spruce) and simple copying 800-1,500 rpm; hardwoods (beech, oak, walnut) and standard copying 500-900 rpm; exotic woods (mahogany, rosewood) or complex profiles 400-700 rpm. The KDM 1100 (230V) covers this range with its 500-2,000 rpm (continuous adjustment).
Important: the optimal copying speed also depends on the diameter of the piece (large pieces require lower speeds to limit the linear cutting speed), the depth of the profile to be copied (deep profiles require lower speeds to limit the torque required by the tool), and the type of copying tool (standard HSS tools at medium speeds, carbide tools at higher speeds). For series production, it is recommended to record the optimal speeds for each wood+profile combination on a work sheet for reference.
