The Bernardo MBS 280 DG PRO horizontal band saw cuts round/square at 90° up to Ø 225 mm / 180 × 180 mm, miter cuts at 45° right up to Ø 145 mm and 45° left up to Ø 120 mm, speeds of 45 and 90 m/min, 100 W coolant pump, 1.1 kW three-phase 400V motor. Weight 250 kg. Manufactured in Austria, distributed in Italy by Krollit as an official Bernardo distributor since 2007.
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Round capacity 90°: Ø 225 mm
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Square capacity 90°: 180 × 180 mm
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Flat capacity 90°: 245 × 150 mm
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Miter cut 45° right: Ø 145 mm
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Miter cut 45° left: Ø 120 mm
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Speed: 45 / 90 m/min
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Motor: 1.1 kW – 400V three-phase
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Weight: 250 kg
Who uses the MBS 280 DG PRO and for what
The Bernardo MBS 280 DG PRO is a horizontal band saw with dual angle cutting: it cuts at both 45° right and 45° left, in addition to 90°, 60° and intermediate angles. The "DG" (Double Miter) designation indicates this very feature — the ability to tilt the saw head in both directions, indispensable for metal fabrication that produces frames, triangular structures, and angled joints requiring mirrored cuts. The integrated 100 W coolant pump is essential for cutting stainless steel and high-strength tool steel. Compared to the HBS 275 Vario (direct cut only, no dual miter), the MBS 280 DG PRO is the choice when regularly working with different angles. In Krollit's customers' workshops, it is used by metal fabricators, structural builders, and industrial maintenance workshops.
Who is the Bernardo MBS 280 DG PRO for
| Profile |
Compatibility |
Reason |
| Hobbyist |
Not suitable |
Professional machine weighing 250 kg with 400V three-phase. |
| Fabricator / machine shop |
Ideal |
Dual angle 45° R + 45° L, integrated coolant: the saw for those who regularly work with mirrored angled cuts on steel and stainless steel. |
| Industrial production |
Adequate |
For high-volume production, consider automatic band saws with CNC feed. |
Not suitable for: workshops without 400V three-phase; those who only work at 90° (the HBS 275 Vario is sufficient and less expensive); diameters over 225 mm.
Cutting capacity
| Angle |
Round |
Square |
Flat |
| 90° |
Ø 225 mm |
180 × 180 mm |
245 × 150 mm |
| 45° right |
Ø 145 mm |
145 × 145 mm |
190 × 145 mm |
| 45° left |
Ø 120 mm |
120 × 120 mm |
150 × 120 mm |
| 60° right |
Ø 90 mm |
90 × 90 mm |
115 × 90 mm |
Technical data
| Specification |
Value |
| Working height |
990 mm |
| Blade (L × H × Th.) |
2,480 × 27 × 0.9 mm |
| Cutting speed |
45 / 90 m/min |
| Coolant pump |
100 W integrated |
| Motor power S1 (100%) |
1.1 kW |
| Power supply |
400V – three-phase |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) |
1,500 × 1,100 × 1,470 mm |
| Weight |
250 kg |
Compliance and safety
| Specification |
Value |
| Marking |
CE |
| Directive |
Machinery 2006/42/CE |
Logistics
Bernardo shipping: 5–9 business days (7 days to Southern Italy). Original spare parts available with 3–5 business day shipping. Customer support available in Italian.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "dual miter cut" (DG) mean?
Standard band saws only tilt in one direction (typically 45° to the right). "DG" — double miter — tilts in both directions: 45° right and 45° left. For the production of frames, triangular structures, and mirrored joints, two opposite 45° cuts are essential: you cut one piece at 45° right and the mirrored piece at 45° left without having to manually rotate the piece, which introduces positioning errors.
At what speed do I cut stainless steel?
For AISI 304 stainless steel, use the low speed (45 m/min) with the coolant pump active. Higher speeds cause overheating, blade sticking, and rapid wear. For thick stainless steel (over 80 mm), it is also advisable to reduce the downward force of the blade group to prevent jamming.
Is the coolant pump also necessary for mild steel?
For structural steel S235/S275 up to 100 mm, the pump is not strictly necessary for single cuts. For series production or large sections (over 100 mm), the coolant significantly increases blade life and cutting quality by reducing generated heat.
Are replacement blades available?
Yes. Bimetallic blades 2,480 × 27 × 0.9 mm in different tooth configurations available with 3–5 business day shipping.
How much space is needed in the workshop?
The machine footprint is 1,500 × 1,100 × 1,470 mm. At 250 kg, it requires an adequate floor for delivery. For handling bars, clear space at least equal to the length of the pieces on both sides is needed.
