The Bernardo BF 18 BDC is a drill-milling machine for professional use, with a 0.75 kW / 230 V motor, weighing approx. 72 kg. Krollit, official Bernardo distributor since 2007.
- Drilling capacity in steel: 18 mm
- Max. face mill diameter: 50 mm
- Max. end mill diameter: 18 mm
- Throat (column-spindle distance): 170 mm
- Spindle-table distance: 80 – 280 mm
- Spindle stroke: 50 mm
Who uses the BF 18 BDC and for what
Mechanical workshops and prototyping laboratories use the BF 18 BDC for combined drilling, milling and tapping operations on metal workpieces. The tilting head allows for angled machining.
Its place in the Bernardo range
The Bernardo BF 18 BDC fits into the Bernardo drill-milling machine range, distributed in Italy by Krollit since 2007. The Bernardo range includes models of various categories and performance levels: to choose the machine suitable for your use case, you can consult the Bernardo catalog on Krollit or contact customer support for selection assistance.
Krollit logistics and support
Machine shipping in 5-9 business days (7 days to the South). For spare parts and accessories, shipping in 3-5 business days from Krollit warehouse. Italian customer support available for technical documentation, product sheets and spare parts order management. Krollit has been an official distributor since 2007.
Who is the BF 18 BDC for
The BF 18 BDC is recommended for the following professional profiles:
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Small and medium mechanical workshops: combined drilling, milling and tapping operations on metal workpieces.
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Prototyping laboratories and maintainers: creation of keyways, holes, and angled machining with a tilting head.
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Multi-shift industrial production: for intensive continuous cycles, consider HSV ranges or universal milling machines.
Machining capacity
| Drilling capacity in steel |
18 mm |
| Max. face mill diameter |
50 mm |
| Max. end mill diameter |
18 mm |
| Spindle stroke |
50 mm |
| Table travel (X / Y) |
350 / 140 mm |
Spindle, tools and speed
| Throat (column-spindle distance) |
170 mm |
| Spindle-table distance |
80 – 280 mm |
| Speed range |
100 – 1500 / 200 – 3000 rpm |
| Spindle taper |
CM2 (MK2) |
Table, dimensions and geometry
| Table dimensions |
500 × 140 mm |
| Head tilt |
-90° / +90° |
| Head height adjustment |
200 mm |
| T-slot size |
10 mm |
| Machine dimensions (L × W × H)* |
600 × 500 × 830 mm |
| Weight |
approx. 72 kg |
Other specifications
| Motor power (S1) |
0.75 kW / 230 V |
| Motor power (S6) |
1.1 kW / 230 V |
Frequently Asked Questions
What can the BF 18 BDC machine?
Drilling, face milling, end milling, and tapping on mild steels, cast iron, and light alloys.
The stated capacities refer to standard unhardened steels. For alloy steels, reduce feed and cutting speed to preserve tools.
How do I adjust the spindle speed?
See "Spindle speed" in the technical table: Vario adjustment or mechanical step change.
Vario models allow continuous adjustment via inverter or keypad, while mechanical gear models (e.g., BF 30 G) require manual range selection.
What power supply does it require?
See "Voltage" in the technical table: typically 230 V single-phase or 400 V three-phase.
Large models (BF 45, FM 45, FM 50) require a 400 V three-phase line. Check availability in the workshop before purchasing.
Is the head tiltable?
Yes, see "Head tilt" in the technical table.
Head tilting allows for angled milling and chamfering without complex workpiece clamping. More advanced models offer tilt up to ±90°.
How much does the machine weigh?
Weight varies from approx. 50 kg (KF 10) to over 350 kg (BF 45 HSV Vario).
For models over 200 kg, installation on a dedicated base is recommended. For lighter models, a sturdy and level workbench is sufficient.
