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8V128M.00-2 B & R Automation

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The B & R Automation 8V128M.00-2 is part of the 8V1 ACOPOS Servo Drives series and features a power rating of 64 kW with a continuous current of 128 Amps. It offers a maximum output frequency of 598 Hz, supports 24 V output at 0.5 Amps, and comes with IP20 protection. This servo drive has a built-in fuse rated at 30 Amps and weighs 33.8 kilograms.

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Product Description:

The 8V128M.00-2 is a servo drive module produced by B&R Automation within the 8V1 ACOPOS Servo Drives series. It converts three-phase mains power into controlled, high-frequency output for synchronous or induction motors used in industrial automation. By regulating voltage and current, the unit delivers precise torque and speed commands to machinery such as packaging lines, pick-and-place axes, and material-handling equipment.

This drive supplies a continuous phase current of 128 A RMS and can deliver up to 300 A RMS during dynamic peaks, providing broad load-following capability. The power section is rated at 64 kW, while the inverter’s IGBTs switch at a nominal frequency of 5 kHz to limit motor ripple and audible noise. The DC link stores energy through 6,600 µF of capacitance and becomes active once the bus reaches 455 VDC. The output frequency reaches 598 Hz, supporting high-speed spindle and linear motor applications. Overcurrent protection is provided by an internal 30 A fuse, and the starting inrush current is 26 A with a 400 VAC supply. Regenerative energy can be dissipated through an external braking resistor with a minimum resistance of 2.5 Ω. Motor cables may extend to 25 m without exceeding the permitted voltage rise time. The auxiliary electronics use 32,800 µF of input capacitance from the 24 V supply and provide 0.5 A for encoder or sensor loads.

An installed load of 98 kVA must be considered when sizing upstream contactors, protective devices, and power cables. The IP20 protection rating makes the drive suitable for installation inside a ventilated control cabinet that prevents contact with live components and protects the unit from larger solid objects. The chassis weighs 33.8 kg, so the mounting panel and its supports must accommodate the drive’s mass. Adequate clearance around the chassis allows heat to leave the power electronics during continuous operation. Cable routing should also separate motor conductors from low-level feedback and control wiring to reduce electromagnetic interference along the permitted motor cable run.

24 V Input Capacitance
32,800 µF
24 V Output Current
0.5 A
Built-in Fuse Current
30 A
Continuous Current
128 Aeff
Dc Bus Capacitance
6600 µF
Dc Bus Switch-on Voltage
455 VDC
Installed Load
98 kVA
Max Motor Line Length
25 m
Max Output Frequency
598 Hz
Minimum Braking Resistance
2.5 Ω
Nominal Switching Frequency
5 kHz
Peak Current
300 Aeff
Power Rating
64 kW
Protection Rating
IP20
Starting Current (400 Vac)
26 A
Weight
33.8 kg

Frequently Asked Questions about 8V128M.00-2:

Q: What is the continuous current rating of the 8V128M.00-2 servo drive?

A: The 8V128M.00-2 servo drive provides a continuous current of 128 Aeff for reliable, high-demand operations.

Q: What power rating does the 8V128M.00-2 servo drive offer?

A: This model has a power rating of 64 kW, supporting powerful motors and demanding applications.

Q: What is the built-in fuse current for the 8V128M.00-2 servo drive?

A: The 8V128M.00-2 features a built-in fuse rated at 30 A for protection.

Q: What is the maximum output frequency available on the 8V128M.00-2?

A: This servo drive supports a maximum output frequency of 598 Hz.

Q: What protection rating does the 8V128M.00-2 servo drive have?

A: The protection rating of this model is IP20, suitable for protected control cabinet installations.

Error / diagnostic code What it means Corrective action
29207 – Movement type not allowed Requested motion is illegal in the drive’s current PLC-open axis state Issue AxisStop, wait until the axis reports StandStill, then re-issue the command or adjust state-machine sequencing 
29216 – Continuous movement not possible A previous axis fault forced the drive to abort a continuous move Clear upstream faults, confirm the Enable chain is stable, then retrigger the motion block 
6021 – Enable signal unstable +24 V “Drive Enable” input is sagging or chattering Reseat X1 terminals, verify 24 V supply under load, replace any intermittent relays or cables 
29203 – Axis not ready to power-on Safe-torque-off (STO) chain or other prerequisites not satisfied Close both STO channels, reset the safety relay/E-stop, then issue PowerOn again 
41075 – Continuous power > 95 % Application load is running near the drive’s thermal limit Reduce mechanical load or duty cycle, improve panel cooling, or up-size to a higher-power model
9075 – Load power > 100 % Over-load warning (drive still active) Investigate binding mechanics, inertia mismatch, or aggressive accel ramps; trend LOAD_POWER to confirm 
9076 – Load power > 115 % Over-load trip; PWM disabled to protect IGBTs Same checks as 9075, plus allow heat-sink cool-down before resetting the fault 
6052 – Power stage high-side over-current A phase transistor detected an over-current event Inspect motor leads for shorts, scope dV/dt, and retune current loop; fit a dv/dt choke if recurring 
6048 – Holding-brake movement monitor: position error too large Shaft moved while the holding brake was commanded closed Check brake torque, verify brake delay parameters, and test the brake-wear limit 
6060 – Limit speed exceeded Electrical output frequency > 598 Hz for > 0.5 s Lower speed command or pole-pair count, confirm feedback scaling, then re-test 
Part Number Supply voltage (VAC) Continuous current (A) Rated power (kW) Integrated line filter Integrated brake resistor
8V128M.00-2 3 × 400 – 480 128 64 Yes Yes 
8V1640.00-2 3 × 400 – 480 64 32 Yes Yes 
8V1320.00-2 3 × 400 – 480 34 16 Yes Yes
8V1180.00-2 3 × 400 – 480 19 9 Yes Yes 
8V1090.00-2 3 × 400 – 480 8.8 4 Yes Yes
8V1045.00-2 3 × 400 – 480(also 230) 4.4 2 Yes Yes 
Error code Meaning
29207 Movement type not allowed – axis state blocks the requested PLCopen command
29216 Continuous movement not possible – prior fault aborted a CV move
29203 Drive/axis not ready to power-on – STO or enable chain incomplete
6021 Enable signal unstable – 24 V “Drive Enable” too low / chattering
6052 Power stage: high-side over-current – IGBT phase detected surge
6048 Holding-brake movement monitor: position error too large
6055 Holding-brake low voltage – coil cannot reach pull-in level
6060 Limit speed exceeded – output frequency > 598 Hz for > 0.5 s
9075 Load power > 100 % – continuous power overload warning
7210 DC-bus charging: voltage unstable – bus fails to reach/hold nominal

Internal Product Review

  • ‘‘The 8V128M.00-2 is a B & R Automation ACOPOS servo drive rated for 64 kW with 128 Aeff continuous current. IP20 protection and 300 Aeff peak current support dependable high-demand motion applications, making this drive a strong choice for high-power servo systems.’’

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