The Bernardo TB 14 T bench drill is the most compact entry-level model in the TB range with a fixed B16 taper, offering a drilling capacity in steel of up to Ø 14 mm. Technical features: fixed Morse taper B 16, self-centering chuck 1-13 mm / B 16, 5 spindle speeds 620-2,620 rpm with belt drive, 185 × 185 mm cast iron table with 14 mm T-slots, inclinable from -45° to +45° and height adjustable with a rack, treated base with T-slots for clamping large workpieces, Ø 58 mm column. IP 54 compliant aluminium motor: 0.37 kW (S1) / 0.55 kW (S6) at 230V, spindle stroke 65 mm, weight 26 kg. Distributed in Italy by Krollit as an official Bernardo distributor since 2007.
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Drilling capacity in steel: Ø 14 mm
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Chuck: 1-13 mm / B 16
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Morse Taper Connection: Fixed B 16
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Spindle speed: 5 speeds 620-2,620 rpm
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Spindle stroke: 65 mm
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Table: 185 × 185 mm with 14 mm T-slots, inclinable ±45°
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Max spindle-table distance: 285 mm
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Spindle-base distance: 395 mm
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Column diameter: 58 mm
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Motor: 0.37 kW (S1) / 0.55 kW (S6) at 230V
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Weight: 26 kg
Who uses the TB 14 T and for what
The Bernardo TB 14 T is a compact bench drill from the TB range (professional entry-level), sized for craft workshops, advanced hobbyists, and small laboratories requiring precision drilling in steel up to Ø 14 mm. Key construction feature: the TB model is a simplified version of the BM range, with a significantly lower price while maintaining Bernardo's construction quality. Differences compared to the BM 16: fixed B16 taper (instead of MT 2 + adapter), 5 step speeds (instead of 12-16), no digital display, more compact structure (300 × 510 × 690 mm vs 400 × 590 × 980 mm). The 5 step speeds of 620-2,620 rpm allow adaptation to standard materials. The IP 54 compliant aluminium motor (0.37 kW S1 / 0.55 kW S6) at 230V develops the necessary power for normal daily use. The 185 × 185 mm cast iron table, inclinable ±45° with T-slots, allows for angled drilling. Typical areas of use: metal hobbyists with standard precision needs, craft workshops with occasional use, model makers for constructing small frames and mechanisms, basic educational laboratories for technical schools.
Its place in the Bernardo range
The Bernardo range of bench and pillar drills is organised into 6 main sub-families: TB (TB 14/16/20 T) entry-level with fixed B16 or MT 2 taper and step speeds; BM T (BM 20/25 T) intermediate with digital spindle stroke display and step speeds; BM Vario (BM 16/20 Vario) intermediate with continuously adjustable speed + centering laser; SBM Vario (SBM 16/20 Vario) pillar drill with a higher height than the BM Vario; B 430 Vario medium-heavy duty pillar drill with 360° swivelling table and MT 3 spindle; SB 30 Profi heavy duty pillar drill with 2-stage power motor, Ø 32 mm capacity. The TB 14 T is the entry-level model in the Bernardo bench drill range. Distinctive features: fixed B16 spindle taper (no MT), 5 step speeds, 26 kg weight, compact structure. For occasional use without higher precision requirements, it is the correct choice in terms of quality/price. For digital display or higher speed requirements, the TB 16 T or BM 20 T are correctly sized.
Krollit logistics and support
Bernardo shipping in 5-9 working days (7 days to the South). Weight manageable by one or two people with controlled lifting. HSS drill bits, milling chucks, tapping devices, LED lamps, original Bernardo spare parts (belts, motors, self-centering chucks, tapered shafts, T-nuts) available from stock with shipping in 3-5 working days. Italian customer support available.
Who is the TB 14 T for
| Profile |
Compatibility |
Reason |
| Metal hobbyist with occasional use |
Recommended |
Compact machine at an affordable price, standard Bernardo structure, sufficient capacity for hobby applications. |
| Craft workshop for non-daily use |
Recommended |
Ø 14 mm capacity covers most occasional applications. 26 kg weight manageable in a compact workshop. |
| Workshop with digital display or higher precision needs |
Adequate |
For a digital spindle stroke display, the corresponding BM is correctly sized. The TB is economical but without advanced features. |
Not suitable for: drilling diameters greater than Ø 14 mm; daily professional use with higher precision requirements (BM/SBM/B 430 are correctly sized); applications requiring digital display or continuous speed adjustment.
Processing Capacity
| Specification |
Value |
| Drilling capacity in steel |
Ø 14 mm |
| Chuck |
1-13 mm / B 16 |
| Morse Taper Connection |
Fixed B 16 |
Speed and Stroke
| Specification |
Value |
| Spindle speed |
5 speeds 620-2,620 rpm |
| Spindle stroke |
65 mm |
Table and Working Dimensions
| Specification |
Value |
| Table dimensions |
185 × 185 mm |
| Table T-slots |
14 mm |
| Table inclination |
-45° to +45° |
| Spindle-column distance |
130 mm |
| Max spindle-table distance |
285 mm |
| Spindle-base distance |
395 mm |
| Column diameter |
58 mm |
| Base plate surface |
155 × 155 mm |
Motor and Power Supply
| Specification |
Value |
| Motor power S1 100% |
0.37 kW |
| Motor power S6 40% |
0.55 kW |
| Voltage |
230V / 50 Hz |
| Protection standard |
IP 54 |
Dimensions and Weight
| Specification |
Value |
| Machine dimensions (L × W × H) |
300 × 510 × 690 mm |
| Weight |
26 kg |
Compliance
| Specification |
Value |
| Marking |
CE |
| Directive |
Machinery 2006/42/EC |
Standard Equipment
- Bernardo TB 14 T drill press
- Self-centering chuck 1-13 mm / B 16
- Set of T-nuts for workpiece clamping
- Height-adjustable guard with microswitch
- Set of wrenches and service tools
- User manual in Italian
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the TB and corresponding BM?
The TB is the entry-level version: fixed B16 taper, 5 step speeds, no digital display, 26 kg weight.
For occasional hobbyist use or craft workshops without higher precision needs, the TB is economically preferable. For daily professional use with digital spindle stroke display requirements, the corresponding BM is correctly sized. The basic construction quality (cast iron frame, bearings, IP 54 motor) is the same for both lines: the TB only omits advanced features (display, laser, ergonomics).
Is the nominal drilling capacity realistic?
Yes, for soft and standard steels. The Ø 14 mm capacity is sized for structural steels (S235, S275, S355) and soft engineering steels (C45, 11SMnPb30): for these materials, the machine can perform drilling at the nominal diameter with adequate quality.
For hard alloy steels (42CrMo4, 39NiCrMo3), the effective capacity is reduced by 20-30%: for the TB 14, the actual capacity on hard steels is Ø 9 mm. For stainless steels (304, 316), the rotational speed must be reduced to 60-70% of the standard value to prevent material hardening and tool edge degradation. For applications with tough materials, the BM/SBM models with higher S1 motors are correctly sized.
Are the step speeds sufficient for standard use?
Yes. The 5 step speeds of 620-2,620 rpm cover standard materials: hard steels 220-500 rpm, soft steels 1,000-1,500 rpm, aluminium and brass 1,500-2,840 rpm. For each tool and material, there is an adequate step speed.
Speed change: open the transmission cover, move the belt to different pulleys, close the cover. Typical time: 30-60 seconds. For workshops with frequent speed changes (more than 5 changes/hour), the Vario system is preferable for time reduction. For workshops primarily using a standard material, the step speeds are completely adequate.
Can I tap with the TB?
No, the TB 14 T does not have R/L rotation. For precision tapping using a mechanical tap, the BM 25 T 400V or SB 30 Profi are correctly sized.
Tapping with a hand tap (no machine rotation): the operator mounts the tap in the chuck, aligns it with the hole, and manually rotates it with a tapping wrench. This procedure is suitable for occasional tapping on soft steels, M under M10. For precision tapping, M above M10, or frequent tapping, mechanical R/L rotation is a determining characteristic.
Is the TB truly professional or just for hobbyists?
Professional entry-level. The TB is manufactured according to the same construction standards as the Bernardo BM/SBM range (cast iron frame, IP 54 motor, quality bearings) but with simplified features to reduce the price.
For craft workshops with standard daily use, the TB is completely adequate: the hole quality and machine durability are comparable to the corresponding BM. The differences (no digital display, basic ergonomics, step speeds) impact work efficiency but not the technical quality of drilling. For advanced hobbyist use, the TB is the correct choice in terms of quality/price. For intensive professional use with efficiency requirements, the BM Vario or SBM Vario are correctly sized.
