Overview
The VND5160J-E is a monolithic device produced by STMicroelectronics, utilizing the VIPower M0-5 technology. It is designed as a double channel high side driver, primarily intended for driving resistive or inductive loads in automotive applications. The device features active VCC pin voltage clamp to protect against low energy spikes and complies with ISO7637 transient compatibility standards. It also includes diagnostic functions such as open load detection in both ON and OFF states, output shorted to VCC detection, and thermal shutdown indication. The VND5160J-E is known for its robust protection mechanisms, including undervoltage shut-down, overvoltage clamp, and thermal shut-down with automatic restart.
Key Specifications
| Symbol | Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| VCC | DC supply voltage | 4.5 to 36 | V |
| IOUT | DC output current | Internally limited | A |
| IOUT (reverse) | Reverse DC output current | 6 | A |
| VUSD | Undervoltage shutdown | 3.5 to 4.5 | V |
| RON | On state resistance | 160 to 320 mΩ | mΩ |
| Tj | Junction operating temperature | -40 to 150 | °C |
| Tstg | Storage temperature | -55 to 150 | °C |
| Rthj-case | Thermal resistance junction-case (max.) | 8 | °C/W |
Key Features
- General Features:
- Inrush current active management by power limitation
- Very low stand-by current
- 3.0V CMOS compatible input
- Optimized electromagnetic emission
- Very low electromagnetic susceptibility
- In compliance with the 2002/95/EC European directive
- Protection Features:
- Undervoltage shut-down
- Overvoltage clamp
- Output stuck to VCC detection
- Load current limitation
- Self limiting of fast thermal transients
- Protection against loss of ground and loss of VCC
- Thermal shut down
- Reverse battery protection
- Electrostatic discharge protection
- Diagnostic Functions:
- Open drain status output
- On state open load detection
- Off state open load detection
- Thermal shutdown indication
Applications
The VND5160J-E is suitable for all types of resistive, inductive, and capacitive loads in automotive applications. It is particularly useful in systems requiring robust protection and diagnostic capabilities, such as automotive lighting, wiper motors, and other automotive actuators.
Q & A
- What is the primary application of the VND5160J-E?
The VND5160J-E is primarily used for driving resistive or inductive loads in automotive applications.
- What technology is used in the VND5160J-E?
The VND5160J-E is made using STMicroelectronics VIPower M0-5 technology.
- What are the key protection features of the VND5160J-E?
The device includes undervoltage shut-down, overvoltage clamp, output stuck to VCC detection, load current limitation, thermal shut down, reverse battery protection, and electrostatic discharge protection.
- How does the VND5160J-E manage inrush current?
The device features active management of inrush current by power limitation.
- What is the operating supply voltage range for the VND5160J-E?
The operating supply voltage range is from 4.5V to 36V.
- What are the diagnostic functions of the VND5160J-E?
The device includes open drain status output, on state open load detection, off state open load detection, and thermal shutdown indication.
- How does the VND5160J-E handle thermal overload?
The device limits the dissipated power to a safe level up to thermal shut-down intervention and features automatic restart once the fault condition disappears.
- What is the junction operating temperature range for the VND5160J-E?
The junction operating temperature range is from -40°C to 150°C.
- What is the storage temperature range for the VND5160J-E?
The storage temperature range is from -55°C to 150°C.
- Is the VND5160J-E compliant with any specific European directives?
Yes, it is in compliance with the 2002/95/EC European directive.
