Overview
The VND5T016ASPTR-E is a high-performance, double-channel high side driver produced by STMicroelectronics, utilizing their VIPower technology. This device is designed to drive resistive or inductive loads with one side connected to ground. It features an active VCC pin voltage clamp to protect against low energy spikes and integrates an analog current sense that delivers a current proportional to the load current. The device includes various diagnostic functions and protections such as overload, overtemperature, and short to VCC detection, ensuring robust and reliable operation.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| DC supply voltage (VCC) | 8 to 36 | V |
| Max transient supply voltage (VCC) | 58 | V |
| Reverse DC supply voltage (-VCC) | 32 | V |
| DC output current (IOUT) | Internally limited | A |
| Current limitation (ILIM) | 70 | A |
| On-state resistance (RON) | 16 mΩ (at Tj = 25°C) | mΩ |
| Off-state supply current (IS) | 2 µA | µA |
| Operating Temperature (min) | -40 | °C |
| Operating Temperature (max) | 150 | °C |
| No. of Channels | 2 | - |
| No. of Pins | 16 | - |
| Package | PowerSO 16 | - |
| Qualification | AEC-Q100 | - |
Key Features
- Very low standby current
- 3.0 V CMOS compatible input
- Optimized electromagnetic emission and very low electromagnetic susceptibility
- Compliance with European directive 2002/95/EC
- Fault reset standby pin (FR_Stby)
- Diagnostic functions including proportional load current sense, off state open load detection, and output short to VCC detection
- Protections such as undervoltage shutdown, overvoltage clamp, load current limitation, and thermal shutdown
- Reverse battery protection with self switch of the PowerMOS and electrostatic discharge protection
- Very low current sense leakage
- Self limiting of fast thermal transients and protection against loss of ground and loss of VCC
Applications
The VND5T016ASPTR-E is suitable for driving all types of resistive, inductive, and capacitive loads in automotive applications. It is particularly useful in systems requiring high reliability, low electromagnetic interference, and robust diagnostic and protection features.
Q & A
- What is the VND5T016ASPTR-E used for?
The VND5T016ASPTR-E is used for driving resistive or inductive loads with one side connected to ground, particularly in automotive applications.
- What is the operating voltage range of the VND5T016ASPTR-E?
The operating voltage range is from 8 to 36 V.
- What is the maximum current limitation of the VND5T016ASPTR-E?
The maximum current limitation is 70 A.
- What type of package does the VND5T016ASPTR-E come in?
The device comes in a PowerSO 16 package.
- Does the VND5T016ASPTR-E have thermal protection?
Yes, it includes thermal shutdown and protection against fast thermal transients.
- Is the VND5T016ASPTR-E compliant with automotive standards?
Yes, it is qualified to AEC-Q100 standards.
- How does the device reset after a fault condition?
The device is reset by a low level pass on the fault reset standby pin (FR_Stby).
- What are the diagnostic functions of the VND5T016ASPTR-E?
The device includes diagnostic functions such as proportional load current sense, off state open load detection, and output short to VCC detection.
- Does the VND5T016ASPTR-E have electrostatic discharge protection?
Yes, it includes electrostatic discharge protection.
- What is the standby current of the VND5T016ASPTR-E?
The standby current is very low, typically 2 µA.
