Bernardo KDM 1100 (400V) wood lathe – 1100 mm center distance, 370 mm swing over bed, 850 mm × 160 mm max copying length × diameter, 0.75 kW 400V three-phase motor, 92 kg weight
Bernardo KDM 1100 (400V) wood lathe – 1100 mm center distance, 370 mm swing over bed, 850 mm × 160 mm max copying length × diameter, 0.75 kW 400V three-phase motor, 92 kg weight is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Description
The Bernardo KDM 1100 (400V) wood copying lathe is a professional wood lathe with an integrated copying device for precise replication of templates and original pieces. It is sized for semi-professional artisans looking for a good quality copying lathe with continuous speed control and a digital display. Distance between centers 1100 mm, turning diameter 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 400V three-phase, weight 92 kg, machine dimensions 1,650 × 750 × 1,150 mm. Digital display for speed visualization. Swivel headstock for off-bed operations. Distributed in Italy by Krollit as an official Bernardo distributor since 2007.
- Distance between centers: 1100 mm
- Turning diameter over bed: Ø 370 mm
- Copying diameter: Ø 160 mm
- Maximum copying length: 850 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) - 400V three-phase
- Digital display: Speed visualization
- Weight: 92 kg
Who uses the KDM 1100 (400V) and for what
The Bernardo KDM 1100 (400V) is a wood copying lathe with an integrated copying device. The copying device allows for the precise replication of templates (e.g., wooden or metal chair leg patterns) or original pieces (e.g., an existing leg to copy): the operator guides a stylus along the template, and the cutting tool exactly replicates the shape on the blank workpiece. This is a crucial feature for series production of identical turned parts (sets of chair legs, identical candlesticks, railing balusters, identical tool handles): without copying, each piece would require manual processing with continuous profile checks and inevitable variability between pieces. The KDM 1100 (400V three-phase) model is the standard model in the KDM copier range: weighing 92 kg, sized for artisans with continuous use. Distance between centers 1,100 mm and turning diameter over bed Ø 370 mm. Continuous speed adjustment 500-2,000 rpm with digital display for precise control. Swivel headstock for off-bed operations. Motor 0.75 kW (S1) - 1.1 kW (S6) at 400V three-phase: industrial three-phase power supply with higher motor efficiency. Suitable for artisans with regular production of turned parts in series, semi-professionals with dedicated workshops, professional technical schools. The standard Bernardo copying device allows the use of wood 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-speed mechanical transmission, 1.1 kW motor, 400V three-phase power supply). The progressive features are: weight, copying capacity (length and diameter), transmission type (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 (400V three-phase) is the standard model in the KDM range: 92 kg weight, 1,100 mm distance between centers, 0.75 kW motor. Difference from KDM 1000 eco: more powerful motor, greater distance between centers, greater weight. For more professional use with an integrated base, the KDH 1100 (128 kg) is correctly sized; for top-tier use, the CL range (218-228 kg with 4-speed step and 400V three-phase). The KDM 1100 is available in a 230V single-phase version (for workshops without a three-phase line) and a 400V three-phase version (for industrial workshops). Mechanical characteristics are identical; only the motor's power supply changes. The 400V three-phase version is sized for workshops with an industrial three-phase line for better motor efficiency.
Krollit Logistics and 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 robust workbench or on the included machine stand. Standard copying templates, additional tool rests, faceplates, live centers, original Bernardo accessories and spare parts available from stock with 3-5 working day shipping. Customer support in Italian available.
Who the KDM 1100 (400V) is for
| Profile | Compatibility | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Artisan with regular series production of turned parts | Recommended | 92 kg machine with 0.75 kW (S1) motor for continuous use. 1,100 mm distance between centers and standard copying device. Digital display for speed control. |
| Advanced hobbyist / semi-professional | Recommended | 400V three-phase power supply compatible with industrial three-phase lines (advantage for workshops with three-phase electrical cabinets). |
| Technical school with professional workshop | Recommended | Semi-professional machine with complete features (copying device, continuous adjustment, swivel 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 a 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 |
| Turning diameter 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 | 400V three-phase |
Additional features
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Digital speed display | Included |
| Headstock | Swivel for off-bed operations |
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/CE |
Standard equipment
- Bernardo KDM 1100 (400V) copying lathe
- Copying device for replicating templates and original parts
- 300 mm tool rest
- 150 mm faceplate
- MT 2 live center
- Drive center
- Machine stand
- Digital speed display
- 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, metal template, or original part) to be replicated onto the blank workpiece to be turned. The operator guides a stylus along the template's profile, and the mechanical system transfers the movement to the cutting tool, which works the blank, reproducing the exact same shape. The KDM 1100 (400V) has copying capabilities: 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 machined 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, railing balusters), the time saved is 70-90% compared to single manual processing. Copying templates can be made by the operator (from drawings or original pieces in hardwood for occasional use, or steel or aluminum sheet for continuous use) or purchased from suppliers of copying lathe accessories.
What is the difference between the KDM 1100 (400V) and 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-speed step and 1.1 kW motor at 400V three-phase). The KDM 1100 (400V) is in the 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 purchased separately?
Copying templates are not included in the standard equipment: the machine comes 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 from drawings or original pieces (in hardwood for occasional use, or steel or aluminum sheet 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 steel sheet: superior durability (hundreds of copies without wear) and constant precision. For occasional use or small productions, hardwood templates are sufficient and more economical.
Is the 230V/400V power supply dual or does it require a choice?
The KDM 1100 (400V) is available in a dual 230V/400V version: the operator can choose which power supply to use at the time of installation, depending on the electrical line available in the workshop.
The 230V single-phase version is sized for standard craft workshops; the 400V three-phase version for industrial workshops. Mechanical characteristics are identical; only the motor efficiency changes (the three-phase version has less vibration and longer life under continuous load). To choose: if the workshop has a 400V three-phase line available, use it. If only 230V single-phase, it is sufficient for most operations.
What spindle speed should be chosen 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 (400V) covers this range with its 500-2,000 rpm (continuous adjustment).
Important: the optimal copying speed also depends on the workpiece diameter (large pieces require lower speeds to limit linear cutting speed), depth of the profile to be copied (deep profiles require lower speeds to limit the torque required by the tool), type of copying tool (standard HSS tools at medium speeds, carbide tools at higher speeds). For series production, it is recommended to record optimal speeds for each wood+profile combination on a work sheet for reference.
