Overview
The VN820SPTR-E is a high-side driver designed by STMicroelectronics using their VIPower® M0-3 technology. This monolithic device is intended for driving any type of load with one side connected to ground. It features an active VCC pin voltage clamp to protect against low energy spikes and complies with ISO7637 transient compatibility standards. The device includes active current limitation, thermal shutdown with automatic restart, and detection of open-load conditions in both on and off states. It also automatically turns off if the ground pin becomes disconnected, ensuring robust protection against various fault conditions.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| RDS(on) | 40 | mΩ |
| IOUT | 9 | A |
| VCC | 36 | V |
| Package | PowerSO-10 | - |
| Operating Temperature (min) | -40 | °C |
| Operating Temperature (max) | 150 | °C |
| RoHS Compliance | Ecopack1 | - |
Key Features
- ECOPACK®: lead free and RoHS compliant
- Automotive Grade: compliance with AEC guidelines
- Very low standby current
- CMOS compatible input
- On-state open-load detection
- Off-state open-load detection
- Thermal shutdown protection and diagnosis
- Undervoltage shutdown
- Overvoltage clamp
- Output stuck to VCC detection
- Load current limitation
- Reverse battery protection
- Electrostatic discharge protection
Applications
The VN820SPTR-E is suitable for various automotive and industrial applications where robust and reliable high-side driving is required. It can be used in systems such as:
- Automotive lighting and accessory control
- Motor control and driver systems
- Power distribution and management
- Load dump protection and reverse battery protection
- MCU I/O protection and other high-reliability applications
Q & A
- What is the VN820SPTR-E used for?
The VN820SPTR-E is a high-side driver used for driving any type of load with one side connected to ground, particularly in automotive and industrial applications.
- What technology is the VN820SPTR-E based on?
The VN820SPTR-E is designed using STMicroelectronics' VIPower® M0-3 technology.
- What are the key protection features of the VN820SPTR-E?
The device features thermal shutdown protection, undervoltage shutdown, overvoltage clamp, load current limitation, reverse battery protection, and electrostatic discharge protection.
- Is the VN820SPTR-E RoHS compliant?
- What is the operating temperature range of the VN820SPTR-E?
The operating temperature range is from -40°C to 150°C.
- How does the VN820SPTR-E detect open-load conditions?
The device detects open-load conditions in both on and off states and can detect if the output is shorted to VCC in the off state.
- What type of input is compatible with the VN820SPTR-E?
The VN820SPTR-E has a CMOS compatible input.
- What happens if the ground pin becomes disconnected?
The device automatically turns off if the ground pin becomes disconnected.
- What are some common applications of the VN820SPTR-E?
- Where can I find more detailed specifications and datasheets for the VN820SPTR-E?
