Overview
The VN920PEP-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, complying with ISO7637 transient compatibility standards. The device also includes active current limitation, thermal shutdown, and automatic restart to protect against overload. Additionally, it integrates an analog current sense output that delivers a current proportional to the load current and automatically turns off in case of ground pin disconnection.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| RDS(on) | 15 mΩ (typ), 30 mΩ (max) | mΩ |
| IOUT | 30 A | A |
| VCC | 5.5 to 36 V | V |
| Package | PowerSSO-24 | |
| Junction Operating Temperature | -40°C to 150°C | °C |
| Storage Temperature | -55°C to 150°C | °C |
| Thermal Resistance Junction-Case | 1.3 °C/W | °C/W |
| Thermal Resistance Junction-Ambient | 55 °C/W (min), 40 °C/W (max) | °C/W |
| Undervoltage Shutdown | 3 to 5.5 V | V |
| Overvoltage Shutdown | 36 V | V |
Key Features
- CMOS compatible input
- Proportional load current sense
- Shorted load protection
- Under voltage and overvoltage shutdown
- Overvoltage clamp
- Thermal shutdown with automatic restart
- Current limitation
- Protection against loss of ground and loss of VCC
- Very low standby power dissipation
- Reverse battery protected
- In compliance with the 2002/95/ec European directive
Applications
The VN920PEP-E is suitable for various automotive and industrial applications where high side driving is required. It can be used in systems such as engine control units, transmission control units, and other load driving applications that demand robust protection and reliable operation.
Q & A
- What is the VN920PEP-E used for?
The VN920PEP-E is a high side driver used for driving various types of loads with one side connected to ground, particularly in automotive and industrial applications.
- What is the maximum output current of the VN920PEP-E?
The maximum output current of the VN920PEP-E is 30 A.
- What is the operating voltage range of the VN920PEP-E?
The operating voltage range of the VN920PEP-E is from 5.5 V to 36 V.
- Does the VN920PEP-E have thermal protection?
Yes, the VN920PEP-E features thermal shutdown with automatic restart to protect against overheating.
- Is the VN920PEP-E protected against reverse battery conditions?
Yes, the VN920PEP-E is reverse battery protected.
- What type of package does the VN920PEP-E come in?
The VN920PEP-E comes in a PowerSSO-24 package.
- Does the VN920PEP-E have current sense functionality?
Yes, the VN920PEP-E integrates an analog current sense output that delivers a current proportional to the load current.
- Is the VN920PEP-E compliant with any specific European directives?
Yes, the VN920PEP-E is in compliance with the 2002/95/ec European directive.
- What is the junction operating temperature range of the VN920PEP-E?
The junction operating temperature range of the VN920PEP-E is from -40°C to 150°C.
- Does the VN920PEP-E protect against shorted loads?
Yes, the VN920PEP-E features shorted load protection.
