The Bernardo DB 450 woodturning lathe is sized for semi-professional hobbyists with continuous work requirements: complete equipment with integrated lighting and 24 indexing positions for precise workpiece clamping. Distance between centers 420 mm (extendable up to 1070 mm with optional extension), turning diameter over bed Ø 300 mm, over tool rest Ø 230 mm. Spindle speed 480-3,800 rpm (continuous adjustment, 2 ranges). Spindle thread M33 × 3.5 mm, tailstock taper MT 2, tailstock quill travel 50 mm. Motor 0.55 kW (S1) - 0.75 kW (S6) at 230V single-phase, weight 36 kg, machine dimensions 970 × 300 × 440 mm. LED display for digital speed readout. 24 indexing positions for precise workpiece clamping during complex operations. Integrated work light. Distributed in Italy by Krollit as an official Bernardo distributor since 2007.
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Distance between centers: 420 mm (up to 1070 mm with extension)
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Turning diameter over bed: Ø 300 mm
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Turning diameter over tool rest: Ø 230 mm
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Spindle speed: 480-3,800 rpm (continuous adjustment, 2 ranges)
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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: 0.55 kW (S1) / 0.75 kW (S6) - 230V single-phase
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LED display: Digital speed readout
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Indexing positions: 24 positions
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Weight: 36 kg
Who uses the DB 450 and for what
The Bernardo DB 450 is a semi-professional woodturning lathe from the DB category with distinctive features: integrated tool storage compartment and work light included as standard equipment, in addition to 24 indexing positions for precise workpiece clamping during complex operations (decorations, repeated profiling). Distance between centers 420 mm (extendable up to 1,070 mm with optional extension), turning diameter Ø 300 mm over bed and Ø 230 mm over tool rest. Continuously adjustable speed 480-3,800 rpm across 2 selectable ranges (480-1,800 / 900-3,800 rpm). Tailstock taper MT 2, motor 0.55 kW (S1) - 0.75 kW (S6) at 230V single-phase. LED display for real-time speed readout. Through-hole in tailstock for long workpiece processing, adjustable steel tool rest with quick-release lever. In Krollit customers' workshops, the DB 450 is chosen by semi-professional artisans who regularly produce decorative turned items: goblets, bowls with regular decorations, shaped handles, furniture feet.
Its place in the Bernardo range
The Bernardo wood lathe range is organized into 4 progressive categories by weight and features: DM (Drechselbank Mini, 20-38 kg) entry-level for hobbyists; DB (semi-pro 36 kg) compact with standard professional accessories; VDM (semi-pro 50 kg) intermediate with 3 speed ranges; HCL (High Cast iron Lathe, 125-212 kg) heavy professional with cast iron structure and integrated Delta frequency inverter.
The DB 450 is a compact semi-professional lathe: 36 kg with complete equipment (work light, 24 indexing positions, tool storage compartment). For producing larger pieces, the VDM 500 (50 kg, 3 speed ranges) or the professional HCL range (125+ kg) are correctly sized.
Krollit logistics and support
Bernardo shipping in 5-9 business days (7 days to the South). With a weight of 36 kg, it can be handled by one person; the lathe is sized for placement on an existing sturdy workbench (capacity 80+ kg). Additional tool rests, faceplates, live centers, bed extensions (for compatible models), original Bernardo accessories and spare parts available from stock with 3-5 business day shipping. Customer support available in Italian.
Who the DB 450 is for
| Profile |
Compatibility |
Reason |
| Semi-professional hobbyist / amateur craftsman |
Recommended |
Complete equipment with work light, 24 indexing positions, integrated tool storage compartment. Suitable for continuous use in a dedicated workshop. |
| Furniture restorer / craftsman specializing in small turned items |
Recommended |
The 24 indexing positions allow precise workpiece clamping to replicate repeated profiling (chair legs, candlesticks with recurring patterns). LED display for speed control. |
| Technical school with professional workshop |
Recommended |
Semi-professional machine suitable for advanced woodturning instruction. Adequate robustness for intensive use by multiple students. |
Not suitable for: intensive daily professional use (the professional HCL range 125+ kg is correctly sized); large pieces over Ø 300 mm or over 1070 mm in length; three-phase 400V power supply (Bernardo wood lathes are only 230V single-phase); CNC programmed turning (Bernardo lathes are manual); environments without adequate chip extraction (woodworking produces abundant chips and dust requiring adequate extraction).
Working capacity
| Specification |
Value |
| Distance between centers |
420 mm |
| Distance with extension (optional) |
1070 mm |
| Turning diameter over bed |
Ø 300 mm |
| Turning diameter over tool rest |
Ø 230 mm |
Speed
| Specification |
Value |
| Spindle speed |
480-3,800 rpm (continuous adjustment, 2 ranges) |
| Low range (L) |
480-1,800 rpm |
| High range (H) |
900-3,800 rpm |
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% |
0.55 kW |
| Motor power S6 40% |
0.75 kW |
| Voltage |
230V single-phase / 50 Hz |
Additional features
| Specification |
Value |
| LED display |
Digital speed readout |
| Indexing positions |
24 positions |
| Work light |
Integrated |
| Tool storage compartment |
Integrated |
Dimensions and weight
| Specification |
Value |
| Machine dimensions (L × W × H) |
970 × 300 × 440 mm |
| Weight |
36 kg |
Compliance
| Specification |
Value |
| Marking |
CE |
| Directive |
Machinery 2006/42/EC |
Standard equipment
- Bernardo DB 450 wood lathe
- 150 mm tool rest
- 80 mm faceplate
- Drive center
- Live center
- LED speed indicator
- Integrated work light
- Integrated tool storage compartment
- Tool set
- User manual in Italian
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the DB 450 and the lower/higher models in the range?
The Bernardo wood lathe range is organized into 4 categories: DM (entry-level mini, 20-38 kg), DB (semi-pro 36 kg with light and 24 indexing positions), VDM (intermediate 50 kg, 3 speed ranges), HCL (professional 125-212 kg with inverter or DC motor and heavy cast iron structure). The DB 450 is positioned in the DB HOBBY category: a compact semi-professional lathe with complete equipment (light, 24 indexing positions, tool compartment).
Distinctive features of the DB 450: Integrated tool storage compartment and work light included as standard equipment. 24 indexing positions for precise workpiece clamping. To choose the right model, consider: weight of the workpiece, frequency of use, precision requirements, availability of dedicated accessories (light, indexing). For most artisan workshops, a mid-range model (VDM 500 or HCL 600 P) balances capacity and price.
Which spindle speed should I choose for each type of wood?
General guidelines for spindle speed based on wood type and workpiece diameter: softwoods (pine, spruce) and small pieces require high speeds (1,500-3,000 rpm), hardwoods (beech, oak, cherry) and medium pieces require medium speeds (700-1,500 rpm), very large pieces (Ø over 200 mm) or exotic woods require low speeds (300-700 rpm) for rotational control. The DB 450 covers this range with its 480-3,800 rpm (continuous adjustment, 2 ranges).
Important: safety in woodturning requires lower speeds for large or unbalanced pieces. An unbalanced raw piece at high speed causes vibrations and a risk of the piece being thrown. Standard procedure: start at low speed to balance the piece (roughing), then gradually increase the speed as the piece becomes more cylindrical. For exotic woods or pieces of uncertain origin (branches, stumps), always start with minimum speed.
Is the machine already complete, or do I need additional accessories?
Standard equipment includes: complete machine, tool rests (one or more standard sizes), faceplate, drive center, live center, LED display, integrated work light, integrated tool storage compartment, turning tool set.
Optional accessories typically purchased separately: bed extensions for longer pieces (compatible with models that allow it), tool rests of different lengths, faceplates of larger diameters, self-centering wood chucks (compatible with M33 thread), additional turning tool sets (roughing, finishing, gouges, specific profiles), external turning accessories (for pieces that do not fit between centers). For most standard operations, the basic equipment is sufficient.
What does M33 × 3.5 mm spindle thread mean and why is it important?
M33 × 3.5 mm is the standard spindle thread for the Bernardo wood lathe range. Dimensions: 33 mm diameter with 3.5 mm pitch. It is the European market standard for hobby and semi-professional lathes, compatible with most woodturning accessories available on the market.
Practical advantage: the M33 thread allows you to purchase self-centering chucks, faceplates, external turning accessories, and other accessories from different suppliers (Bernardo, Holzmann, Record Power, Axminster) without compatibility issues. For lathes from other brands with non-standard threads (e.g., 1" × 8 TPI American, M30 × 3.5 of some industrial lathes), accessories are limited to those from the original manufacturer. All Bernardo wood lathes in the DM/DB/VDM/HCL range have the same M33 × 3.5 mm thread: accessories are interchangeable between different models.
Do I need a dedicated extraction system for the lathe?
Recommended yes, especially for continuous use. Woodturning produces chips and dust of variable diameter (from large chips to fine wood dust). Large chips fall into the area under the machine, fine dust disperses into the workshop air.
For occasional use (a few hours a week), manual cleaning may be sufficient. For continuous use, a filter bag extractor (e.g., Bernardo DC range) connected to the integrated extraction port on many lathes (or positioned near the turning area for ambient capture) is correctly sized. Important: fine dust from hardwood (beech, oak, mahogany) is carcinogenic upon prolonged inhalation; effective extraction is recommended for operator health. For exotic woods (rosewood, ebony), even greater care is needed: also use FFP3 masks in addition to extraction.
