VFD vs Servo Drive: Key Differences
A side-by-side comparison of VFD and servo drive motor type, feedback, dynamic response, overload rating, cost, and applications for industrial engineers.
The Schneider Electric BCH16HM08132A6C2 is a high inertia BCH16 servo motor from the Lexium 16D range, rated for 850 W continuous output at 1500 rpm with 5.39 N.m continuous stall torque. It runs on a 220 V three-phase supply through the matching LXM16D servo drive, reads position through a 23-bit absolute encoder, and ships in a 130 mm flange, IP65 frame with no holding brake.
At high inertia (14.08 kg.cm2 rotor inertia), this 130 mm frame suits loads with a high reflected inertia relative to the motor, such as ballscrews or geared mechanisms, where a low-inertia motor would need closer inertia matching to the load. The 23-bit absolute encoder gives single-turn absolute position feedback, so the axis does not need a homing move after a power cycle. Without a holding brake, the load on the 22 mm shaft will drift when drive power drops out; pick the brake variant in the same 130 mm frame for vertical axes or any application that must hold position unpowered. Size the matching LXM16D drive to the 7 A continuous stall current and 24.9 A maximum Irms rating of this motor, not to the flange size alone.
| Range of product | Lexium 16D |
|---|---|
| Range compatibility | Lexium 16D |
| Product or component type | Servo motor |
| Device short name | BCH16 |
| Maximum mechanical speed | 3000 rpm |
|---|---|
| [Us] rated supply voltage | 220 V |
| Network number of phases | 3 phases |
| Continuous stall current | 7.0 A |
| Continuous stall torque | 5.39 N.m for LXM16D at 14.43 A, 220 V, single phase |
| Continuous power | 850 W |
| Peak stall torque | 13.8 N.m for LXM16D at 14.43 A, 220 V, single phase |
| Nominal output power | 850 W for LXM16D at 14.43 A, 220 V, single phase |
| Nominal torque | 5.39 N.m for LXM16D at 14.43 A, 220 V, single phase |
| Nominal speed | 1500 rpm for LXM16D at 14.43 A, 220 V, single phase |
| Maximum current Irms | 24.9 A for LXM16D at 0.85 kW, 220 V |
| Maximum permanent current | 18.1 A |
| Product compatibility | LXM16D motion servo motors motor at 0.85 kW, 220 V, single phase |
| Shaft end | Parallel key |
| Second shaft | Without second shaft end |
| Shaft diameter | 22 mm |
| Shaft length | 35 mm |
| Key width | 8 mm |
| Feedback type | 23 bit hight resolution encoder |
| Holding brake | Without |
| Holding torque | 15.0 N.m |
| Mounting support | Asian standard flange |
| Motor flange size | 130 mm |
| Electrical connection | Connector MIL |
| Torque constant | 0.75 N.m/A at 20 °C |
| Back emf constant | 51.7 V/krpm at 20 °C |
| Rotor inertia | 14.08 kg.cm² |
| Stator resistance | 0.65 Ohm at 20 °C |
| Stator inductance | 5.5 mH at 20 °C |
| Stator electrical time constant | 8.46 ms at 20 °C |
| Maximum radial force Fr | 498.82 N at 1500 rpm |
| Maximum axial force Fa | 176.4 N |
| Type of cooling | Natural convection |
| Length | 154.3 mm |
| Centring collar diameter | 110 mm |
| Centring collar depth | 6 mm |
| Number of mounting holes | 4 |
| Mounting holes diameter | 9 mm |
| Circle diameter of the mounting holes | 145 mm |
| Distance shaft shoulder-flange | 50 mm |
| Width | 130 mm |
| Height | 183.4 mm |
| Depth | 154.3 mm |
| Net weight | 6.5 kg |
| IP degree of protection | IP65 IM B5, IM V1, IP65 IM V3 |
|---|---|
| Ambient air temperature for operation | 0…40 °C |
| Part number | BCH16HM08132A6C2 |
|---|---|
| Type designation | BCH16 |
| Brand | Schneider Electric |
| Condition | New, factory sealed |
| Source | Schneider Electric and its authorised distributors |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty |
| Lifecycle status | Active, in production |
| Warranty (in months) | 18 |
|---|
| Unit Type of Package 1 | PCE |
|---|---|
| Number of Units in Package 1 | 1 |
| Package 1 Height | 27.5 cm |
| Package 1 Width | 18 cm |
| Package 1 Length | 36 cm |
| Package 1 Weight | 7.35 kg |
| Shipping weight | 6.5 kg |
| Ships from | Türkiye |
| Dispatch | — |
| Stock | On request |
Source: manufacturer data · Last verified: 30 Oct 2026
No documents are on file for this part yet.
Ask us for the datasheetThe rated current of BCH16 is 7 A.
The rated motor power of BCH16 is 0.85 kW.
The tariff (HS) code on file for BCH16 is 850152.
BCH16 ships from Türkiye. Shipping calculated at checkout · import duties and taxes paid on arrival.
A side-by-side comparison of VFD and servo drive motor type, feedback, dynamic response, overload rating, cost, and applications for industrial engineers.
Discover how Schneider soft starters reduce mechanical stress, cut energy peaks, and extend motor life across demanding industrial uses. Shop at Stoklink.
Schneider soft starters reduce energy costs by limiting inrush current, lowering demand charges, and minimizing mechanical wear on motors. Shop at Stoklink.