Overview
The VND830E, produced by STMicroelectronics, is a double channel high-side driver designed using the VIPower M0-3 Technology. This device is intended for driving various types of loads with one side connected to ground. It is particularly suited for applications requiring robust protection and control features.
The VND830E offers advanced protection mechanisms, including undervoltage and overvoltage shutdown, loss of ground protection, and shorted load protection. It also features active current limitation, thermal shutdown, and automatic restart, ensuring reliable operation under diverse conditions.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| VCC (DC supply voltage) | 41 | V |
| VCC (Reverse DC supply voltage) | -0.3 | V |
| IOUT (DC output current per channel) | 6 | A |
| RDS(on) (On-state resistance per channel) | 60 mΩ | mΩ |
| Tj (Junction operating temperature) | -40 to 150 | °C |
| Tstg (Storage temperature) | -55 to 150 | °C |
| Ptot (Power dissipation per island at Tlead = 25°C) | 8.3 | W |
| Rthj-lead (Thermal resistance junction-lead) | 15 | °C/W |
| Rthj-amb (Thermal resistance junction-ambient) | 65 (with specific mounting conditions) | °C/W |
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
- Active current limitation combined with thermal shutdown and automatic restart
Applications
The VND830E is suitable for a variety of applications, including but not limited to:
- Automotive systems requiring high-side switching
- Industrial control systems
- Power management in heavy-duty applications
- Protection circuits for loads in harsh environments
Q & A
- What is the VND830E used for?
The VND830E is a double channel high-side driver used for driving various types of loads with one side connected to ground, particularly in applications requiring robust protection and control features.
- What are the key protection features of the VND830E?
The VND830E features undervoltage and overvoltage shutdown, loss of ground protection, shorted load protection, and reverse battery protection.
- What is the maximum DC output current per channel for the VND830E?
The maximum DC output current per channel is 6 A.
- What is the on-state resistance (RDS(on)) of the VND830E?
The on-state resistance (RDS(on)) is 60 mΩ per channel.
- What are the operating temperature ranges for the VND830E?
The junction operating temperature range is -40 to 150°C, and the storage temperature range is -55 to 150°C.
- How does the VND830E handle thermal overload?
The device features active current limitation combined with thermal shutdown and automatic restart to handle thermal overload.
- What type of inputs does the VND830E have?
The VND830E has CMOS compatible inputs.
- What is the purpose of the open drain status outputs in the VND830E?
The open drain status outputs provide feedback on the status of the output channels.
- How does the VND830E protect against reverse battery conditions?
The device includes reverse battery protection to safeguard against such conditions.
- What is the typical power dissipation of the VND830E per island at Tlead = 25°C?
The typical power dissipation per island at Tlead = 25°C is 8.3 W.
