Overview
The VND810PEP-E is a monolithic device designed using STMicroelectronics' VIPower M0-3 technology. It is intended for driving any type of load with one side connected to ground. This high-side driver is particularly useful in automotive and industrial applications where robust and reliable load management is crucial. The device features an active VCC pin voltage clamp that protects against low energy spikes, as well as active current limitation combined with thermal shutdown and automatic restart to protect against overload. It also detects open-load conditions in both the on and off-states and automatically turns off if the ground pin becomes disconnected.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| DC Supply Voltage (VCC) | 5.5 to 36 | V |
| Reverse DC Supply Voltage (-VCC) | -0.3 | V |
| DC Output Current (IOUT) per Channel | Internally limited, up to 3.5 A | A |
| On-state Resistance (RON) | 160 mΩ (IOUT = 1A, Tj = 25°C) | mΩ |
| Undervoltage Shutdown (VUSD) | 3 to 5.5 | V |
| Overvoltage Shutdown (VOV) | 36 | V |
| Junction Operating Temperature (Tj) | -40 to 150 | °C |
| Case Operating Temperature (Tc) | -40 to 150 | °C |
| Storage Temperature (Tstg) | -55 to 150 | °C |
Key Features
- CMOS compatible inputs
- Open Drain status outputs
- On-state and off-state open load detection
- Shorted load protection
- Undervoltage and overvoltage shutdown
- Loss of ground protection
- Very low standby current
- Reverse battery protection
- In compliance with the 2002/95/EC European directive
Applications
The VND810PEP-E is suitable for various applications, including:
- Automotive systems: It can be used in vehicle lighting, wiper motors, and other load management scenarios.
- Industrial control systems: It is useful for driving loads in industrial automation and control systems.
- Power management systems: It can be integrated into power management systems requiring robust and reliable load control.
Q & A
- What is the VND810PEP-E used for?
The VND810PEP-E is a high-side driver designed for driving any type of load with one side connected to ground, particularly in automotive and industrial applications.
- What technology is the VND810PEP-E based on?
The VND810PEP-E is based on STMicroelectronics' VIPower M0-3 technology.
- What are the key protection features of the VND810PEP-E?
The device features active current limitation, thermal shutdown with automatic restart, undervoltage and overvoltage shutdown, loss of ground protection, and reverse battery protection.
- What is the maximum DC output current per channel?
The maximum DC output current per channel is internally limited, up to 3.5 A.
- What is the operating temperature range of the VND810PEP-E?
The junction operating temperature range is -40 to 150°C, and the case operating temperature range is also -40 to 150°C.
- Does the VND810PEP-E have open load detection?
- What is the purpose of the active VCC pin voltage clamp?
The active VCC pin voltage clamp protects the device against low energy spikes.
- Is the VND810PEP-E compliant with any specific European directive?
- What type of inputs does the VND810PEP-E support?
The VND810PEP-E supports CMOS compatible inputs.
- What is the typical on-state resistance of the VND810PEP-E?
The typical on-state resistance (RON) is 160 mΩ at IOUT = 1A and Tj = 25°C.
