Overview
The VND5160J-E is a monolithic device developed by STMicroelectronics using their VIPower M0-5 technology. This double-channel high-side driver is designed for driving resistive or inductive loads with one side connected to ground, making it suitable for various automotive applications. The device features active inrush current management, very low stand-by current, and 3.0V CMOS compatible inputs. It also includes optimized electromagnetic emission and very low electromagnetic susceptibility, ensuring compliance with the 2002/95/EC European directive.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min. | Typ. | Max. | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VCC (DC supply voltage) | 4.5 | 13 | 36 | V |
| VUSD (Undervoltage shutdown) | 3.5 | 4.5 | V | |
| RON (On state resistance) | 160 | 210 | 320 | mΩ |
| IOUT (DC output current) | Internally limited | A | ||
| Tj (Junction operating temperature) | -40 | 150 | °C | |
| Tstg (Storage temperature) | -55 | 150 | °C | |
| TTSD (Shutdown temperature) | 150 | 175 | 200 | °C |
| TR (Reset temperature) | TRS + 1 | TRS + 5 | °C |
Key Features
- General Features: Inrush current active management by power limitation, very low stand-by current, 3.0V CMOS compatible input, optimized electromagnetic emission, and very low electromagnetic susceptibility.
- Protection Features: Undervoltage shut-down, overvoltage clamp, load current limitation, self-limiting of fast thermal transients, protection against loss of ground and VCC, thermal shut-down, reverse battery protection, and electrostatic discharge protection.
- Diagnostic Functions: Proportional load current sense, high current sense precision, current sense disable, thermal shutdown indication, and very low current sense leakage.
- Diagnostic Signals: Open drain status output, on-state open load detection, off-state open load detection, and 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 and reliable high-side switching, such as in automotive body control modules, lighting systems, and other load management circuits.
Q & A
- What is the VND5160J-E used for?
The VND5160J-E is a double-channel high-side driver used for driving resistive or inductive loads in automotive applications.
- What technology is used in the VND5160J-E?
The VND5160J-E is developed using STMicroelectronics' VIPower M0-5 technology.
- What are the key protection features of the VND5160J-E?
The device includes undervoltage shut-down, overvoltage clamp, 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 inrush current management by power limitation.
- What is the operating temperature range of the VND5160J-E?
The junction operating temperature range is -40°C to 150°C.
- What is the storage temperature range for the VND5160J-E?
The storage temperature range is -55°C to 150°C.
- 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 purpose of the current sense feature in the VND5160J-E?
The current sense feature delivers a current proportional to the load current, allowing for precise monitoring of load conditions.
- Is the VND5160J-E compliant with any specific European directives?
Yes, it is in compliance with the 2002/95/EC European directive.
- What types of loads can the VND5160J-E drive?
The device can drive all types of resistive, inductive, and capacitive loads.
