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 LXM32SU90M2 is a Lexium 32 LXM32S single-phase motion servo drive with integrated SERCOS III fieldbus, delivering 3 A continuous output current at 8 kHz from a 100-120 V / 200-240 V single-phase supply, rated 0.5 kW nominal power at 230 V. It provides 2 capture digital inputs, 3 discrete outputs, and an integrated STO safety function.
The LXM32SU90M2 is the single-phase entry point of the LXM32S SERCOS III series, running from a 100-120 V or 200-240 V single-phase line rather than the three-phase supply the LXM32SD30N4 needs — pick it for smaller single-axis machines on standard single-phase mains. Natural-convection cooling (no integrated fan) reflects its lower 3 A / 0.5 kW continuous rating, so keep cabinet airflow in mind at the top of its ambient temperature range.
Single-axis servo control on SERCOS III motion networks running from single-phase mains, paired with a BMH 70 mm servo motor at up to 0.5 kW.
| Range of Product | Lexium 32 |
|---|---|
| Device short name | LXM32S |
| Product or Component Type | Motion servo drive |
| Format of the drive | Book |
| Phase | Single phase |
| [Us] rated supply voltage | 100...120 V - 15...10 %, 200...240 V - 15...10 % |
| Supply voltage limits | 85…132 V, 170…264 V |
| Supply frequency | 50/60 Hz - 5...5 % |
| Network Frequency | 47.5...63 Hz |
| EMC filter | Integrated |
| Continuous output current | 3 A 8 kHz |
| Output current 3s peak | 6 A 115 V 5 s, 9 A 230 V 5 s |
| Continuous power | 400 W 115 V, 900 W 230 V |
| Nominal power | 0.3 kW 115 V 8 kHz, 0.5 kW 230 V 8 kHz |
| Line current | 5.2 A 90 % 115 V, with external line choke 2 mH, 6.3 A 107 % 230 V, with external line choke 2 mH, 5.4 A 159 % 115 V, without line choke, 4.5 A 166 % 230 V, without line choke |
| Switching frequency | 8 kHz |
|---|---|
| Overvoltage category | III |
| Maximum leakage current | 30 mA |
| Output voltage | <= power supply voltage |
| Electrical isolation | Between power and control |
| Type of cable | Single-strand IEC cable 122 °F (50 °C)) copper 90 °C XLPE/EPR |
| Electrical connection | Terminal 3 mm², 12 AWG CN8) |
| Tightening torque | CN8 4.4 lbf.in (0.5 N.m) |
| Discrete input number | 2 capture |
| Discrete input type | Capture CAP |
| Sampling duration | 0.25 ms |
| Discrete input voltage | 24 V DC capture |
| Discrete input logic | Positive compliment of STO_A, compliment of STO_B) 15 V EN/IEC 61131-2 type 1 |
| Response time | <= 5 ms compliment of STO_A, compliment of STO_B |
| Discrete output number | 3 |
| Discrete output type | Logic DO)24 V DC |
| Discrete output voltage | <= 30 V DC |
| Discrete output logic | Positive or negative DO)EN/IEC 61131-2 |
| Contact bounce time | <= 1 ms compliment of STO_A, compliment of STO_B |
| Braking current | 50 mA |
| Response time on output | 250 µs DO)discrete |
| Safety function | STO (safe torque off), Integrated |
| Safety level | SIL 3 EN/IEC 61508 |
| Communication interface | SERCOS III, Integrated |
| Status LED | 1 LED (Red) servo drive voltage |
| Signalling function | Display of faults 7 segments |
| Marking | CE |
| Operating position | Vertical +/- 10 degree |
| Product compatibility | Servo motor BMH 2.8 in (70 mm), 1 |
| Width | 2.7 in (68 mm) |
| Height | 10.6 in (270 mm) |
| Depth | 9.3 in (237 mm) |
| Net Weight | 4.0 lb(US) (1.8 kg) |
| Electromagnetic compatibility | Conducted EMC EN 55011 class A group 1 |
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| Standards | EN/IEC 61800-3 |
| Product Certifications | CSA |
| IP degree of protection | IP20 conforming to EN/IEC 60529 |
| Vibration resistance | 1 gn (f= 13…150 Hz) conforming to EN/IEC 60068-2-6 |
| Shock resistance | 15 gn 11 ms EN/IEC 60028-2-27 |
| Pollution degree | 2 EN/IEC 61800-5-1 |
| Environmental characteristic | Classes 3C1 conforming to IEC 60721-3-3 |
| Relative humidity | Class 3K3 (5 to 85 %) without condensation IEC 60721-3-3 |
| Ambient air temperature for operation | 32…122 °F (0…50 °C) UL |
| Ambient Air Temperature for Storage | -13…158 °F (-25…70 °C) |
| Type of cooling | Natural convection |
| Operating altitude | <= 3280.84 ft (1000 m) without derating |
| Part number | LXM32SU90M2 |
|---|---|
| Type designation | LXM32S |
| Brand | Schneider Electric |
| Condition | New, factory sealed |
| Source | Schneider Electric and its authorised distributors |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty |
| Lifecycle status | Active, in production |
| EAN | 3606480694820 |
| Warranty (in months) | 18 |
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| Country of origin | ID |
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| Shipping weight | 1.8 kg |
| Ships from | Türkiye |
| Dispatch | — |
| Stock | On request |
Source: manufacturer data · Last verified: 30 Oct 2026
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Ask us for the datasheetThe rated current of LXM32S is 3 A.
The rated operational voltage of LXM32S is 100–120 – 200–240 V AC.
The rated motor power of LXM32S is 0.5 (230) kW.
The tariff (HS) code on file for LXM32S is 850152.
The EAN (GTIN) of LXM32S is 3606480694820.
LXM32S 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.
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