Overview
The VN330SP-E is a monolithic device developed using STMicroelectronics' VIPower technology. It is designed to drive four independent resistive or inductive loads, with one side connected to ground. This quad high side smart power solid state relay is particularly useful in applications where active current limitation and thermal protection are crucial. The device prevents the system power supply from dropping in case of a shorted load and includes built-in thermal shutdown to protect against overtemperature and short-circuit conditions.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Output Current per Channel | 0.7 | A |
| Digital Input Voltage | 32 V (minimum) | V |
| Supply Voltage (VCC) | 10 to 36 | V |
| RDSon (at TJ = 85°C) | 0.32 Ω | Ω |
| Peak Short Circuit Current | 4 A | A |
| Thermal Shutdown Temperature | 150 to 170 | °C |
| Thermal Reset Temperature | 135 to 155 | °C |
| Package Type | PowerSO-10 | |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 to 125 | °C |
Key Features
- Output current: 0.7 A per channel
- Digital input clamped at 32 V minimum voltage
- Shorted load and overtemperature protections
- Built-in current limiter
- Undervoltage shutdown
- Open drain diagnostic output
- Fast demagnetization of inductive loads
- Conforms to IEC 61131-2
Applications
The VN330SP-E is suitable for a variety of applications, including industrial automation, automotive systems, and any scenario where multiple independent loads need to be controlled with high reliability and protection features. It is particularly useful in systems requiring the control of resistive or inductive loads, such as motors, solenoids, and other actuators.
Q & A
- What is the VN330SP-E used for?
The VN330SP-E is used to drive four independent resistive or inductive loads with one side connected to ground, providing features like active current limitation and thermal protection.
- What is the output current per channel of the VN330SP-E?
The output current per channel is 0.7 A.
- What type of protection does the VN330SP-E offer?
The device offers shorted load and overtemperature protections, along with built-in current limitation and undervoltage shutdown.
- How does the VN330SP-E handle overtemperature conditions?
The device includes built-in thermal shutdown to protect against overtemperature and an open drain diagnostic output to indicate overtemperature conditions.
- What is the package type of the VN330SP-E?
The VN330SP-E comes in a PowerSO-10 package.
- What is the operating temperature range of the VN330SP-E?
The operating temperature range is from -40°C to 125°C.
- Does the VN330SP-E conform to any specific standards?
Yes, it conforms to IEC 61131-2.
- How does the VN330SP-E handle inductive loads?
The device features fast demagnetization of inductive loads.
- What is the purpose of the open drain diagnostic output?
The open drain diagnostic output indicates overtemperature conditions.
- Is the VN330SP-E RoHS compliant?
Yes, the VN330SP-E is RoHS compliant with an Ecopack2 grade.
