Overview
The VN7004CH is a single-channel smart high-side driver manufactured by STMicroelectronics using their proprietary VIPower® technology. It is housed in the Octapak package and is designed to drive 12 V automotive grounded loads through a 3 V and 5 V CMOS-compatible interface. This device provides advanced protection and diagnostic functions, making it suitable for various automotive applications. The VN7004CH is AEC-Q100 qualified, ensuring it meets the stringent requirements for automotive electronics.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Max transient supply voltage (VCC) | 40 | V |
| Operating voltage range (VCC) | 4 to 28 | V |
| 4 | mΩ | |
| Current limitation (typ) (ILIMH) | 135 | A |
| Stand-by current (max) (ISTBY) | 0.5 | µA |
| Junction operating temperature (Tj) | -40 to 150 | °C |
| Thermal shutdown temperature (TTSD) | 150 to 175 | °C |
Key Features
- AEC-Q100 qualified
- Single channel smart high-side driver with CurrentSense analog feedback
- Very low standby current
- Compatible with 3.0 V and 5 V CMOS outputs
- Diagnostic functions: overload and short to ground indication, thermal shutdown indication, OFF-state open-load detection, output short to VCC detection
- Protections: undervoltage shutdown, overvoltage clamp, load current limitation, self-limiting of fast thermal transients, loss of ground and loss of VCC, reverse battery, electrostatic discharge protection
- Sense enable/disable pin for OFF-state diagnosis and external sense resistor sharing
Applications
The VN7004CH is specially intended for various automotive applications, including:
- Automotive smart power distribution
- Glow plugs
- Heating systems
- DC motors
- Relay replacement
- High power resistive and inductive actuators
Q & A
- What is the maximum transient supply voltage for the VN7004CH?
The maximum transient supply voltage for the VN7004CH is 40 V. - What is the operating voltage range of the VN7004CH?
The operating voltage range of the VN7004CH is from 4 V to 28 V. - What is the typical on-state resistance of the VN7004CH?
The typical on-state resistance of the VN7004CH is 4 mΩ. - What is the current limitation of the VN7004CH?
The current limitation of the VN7004CH is typically 135 A. - What is the standby current of the VN7004CH?
The maximum standby current of the VN7004CH is 0.5 µA. - What are the diagnostic functions of the VN7004CH?
The VN7004CH includes diagnostic functions such as overload and short to ground indication, thermal shutdown indication, OFF-state open-load detection, and output short to VCC detection. - What protections does the VN7004CH offer?
The VN7004CH offers protections including undervoltage shutdown, overvoltage clamp, load current limitation, self-limiting of fast thermal transients, loss of ground and loss of VCC, reverse battery, and electrostatic discharge protection. - What is the purpose of the sense enable/disable pin in the VN7004CH?
The sense enable/disable pin allows for OFF-state diagnosis to be disabled during the module low-power mode and enables external sense resistor sharing among similar devices. - What are the typical applications of the VN7004CH?
The VN7004CH is typically used in automotive smart power distribution, glow plugs, heating systems, DC motors, relay replacement, and high power resistive and inductive actuators. - Is the VN7004CH AEC-Q100 qualified?
Yes, the VN7004CH is AEC-Q100 qualified, ensuring it meets the stringent requirements for automotive electronics.
