Overview
The VN750PT-E is a monolithic high-side driver designed by STMicroelectronics using their VIPower M0-3 technology. This device is intended for driving various types of loads with one side connected to ground. It features an active VCC pin voltage clamp to protect against low energy spikes, as well as active current limitation, thermal shutdown, and automatic restart to safeguard against overload conditions. The device also includes detection for open load conditions in both on-state and off-state, and it automatically turns off in case of ground pin disconnection.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| VCC Operating Supply Voltage | 5.5 to 36 | V |
| Undervoltage Shut-down (VUSD) | 3 to 5.5 | V |
| Overvoltage Shut-down (VOV) | 36 | V |
| On State Resistance (RON) | 60 to 120 | mΩ |
| Output Current (IOUT) | Up to 6 A | A |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 to 150 | °C |
| Thermal Resistance Junction-case (Rthj-case) | 2.1 | °C/W |
| Package Types | PENTAWATT, P2PAK, PPAK |
Key Features
- ECOPACK®: Lead-free and RoHS compliant
- Automotive Grade: Compliance with AEC guidelines
- CMOS compatible input
- On-state and off-state open-load detection
- Shorted load protection
- Undervoltage and overvoltage shutdown
- Protection against loss of ground
- Very low standby current
- Reverse battery protection
Applications
The VN750PT-E is suitable for various automotive and industrial applications where reliable and robust high-side driver functionality is required. It is particularly useful in systems that need to drive loads with one side connected to ground, such as in automotive lighting, fuel pumps, and other motor control applications.
Q & A
- What is the VN750PT-E used for?
The VN750PT-E is used as a high-side driver for driving various types of loads with one side connected to ground, particularly in automotive and industrial applications.
- What are the key protection features of the VN750PT-E?
The device features protection against overload, undervoltage and overvoltage shutdown, shorted load protection, protection against loss of ground, and reverse battery protection.
- What are the operating voltage and current limits of the VN750PT-E?
The operating supply voltage range is 5.5 to 36 V, and the output current can go up to 6 A.
- What are the package options available for the VN750PT-E?
The device is available in PENTAWATT, P2PAK, and PPAK packages.
- Is the VN750PT-E compliant with automotive standards?
- How does the VN750PT-E protect against thermal overload?
The device features active current limitation combined with thermal shutdown and automatic restart to protect against thermal overload.
- What is the thermal resistance of the VN750PT-E?
The thermal resistance junction-case (Rthj-case) is 2.1 °C/W.
- How does the VN750PT-E detect open load conditions?
The device detects open load conditions in both on-state and off-state, and it requires an external pull-up resistor for off-state open load detection.
- Is the VN750PT-E RoHS compliant?
- What is the standby current of the VN750PT-E?
The standby current is very low, typically in the range of a few microamperes.
