Overview
The VNQ5160K-E is a monolithic device produced by STMicroelectronics, utilizing their VIPower™ M0-5 technology. This quad-channel high-side driver is designed for driving 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 complies with ISO7637 transient compatibility standards. The device includes advanced diagnostic functions such as open-load detection in both on and off states, output shorted to VCC detection, and thermal shutdown indication. It also incorporates various protection mechanisms, including undervoltage shutdown, overvoltage clamp, and reverse battery protection, ensuring robust operation in automotive applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Supply Voltage (VCC) | 4.5 to 36 | V |
| Max Transient Supply Voltage (VCC) | 41 | V |
| On-state Resistance (RON) per Channel | 160 mΩ | mΩ |
| Current Limitation (ILIMH) | 5.4 A | A |
| Off-state Supply Current (IS) | 2 μA | μA |
| Junction Operating Temperature (Tj) | -40 to 150 | °C |
| Thermal Resistance Junction-Case (Rthj-case) | 8 | °C/W |
| Package | PowerSSO-24 |
Key Features
- General Features:
- Inrush current active management by power limitation
- Very low standby current
- 3.0 V CMOS compatible input
- Optimized electromagnetic emission
- Very low electromagnetic susceptibility
- In compliance with the 2002/95/EC European directive
- Protection Mechanisms:
- Undervoltage shutdown
- 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 shutdown with automatic restart
- 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 VNQ5160K-E is suitable for all types of resistive, inductive, and capacitive loads in automotive applications. It is particularly useful in systems that require robust and reliable high-side switching, such as lighting systems, fuel pumps, and other automotive control modules.
Q & A
- What is the VNQ5160K-E used for?
The VNQ5160K-E is a quad-channel high-side driver designed for driving resistive or inductive loads in automotive applications.
- What technology is used in the VNQ5160K-E?
The VNQ5160K-E is made using STMicroelectronics' VIPower™ M0-5 technology.
- What is the operating voltage range of the VNQ5160K-E?
The operating voltage range is from 4.5 to 36 volts.
- What is the maximum on-state resistance per channel?
The maximum on-state resistance per channel is 160 mΩ.
- Does the VNQ5160K-E have thermal protection?
Yes, it includes thermal shutdown with automatic restart.
- How does the VNQ5160K-E protect against overloads?
The device limits the dissipated power to a safe level up to thermal shutdown intervention and has load current limitation.
- What diagnostic functions does the VNQ5160K-E offer?
The device offers open-load detection in both on and off states, output shorted to VCC detection, and thermal shutdown indication.
- Is the VNQ5160K-E compliant with any specific European directives?
Yes, it is in compliance with the 2002/95/EC European directive.
- What is the package type of the VNQ5160K-E?
The package type is PowerSSO-24.
- Does the VNQ5160K-E have electrostatic discharge protection?
Yes, it includes electrostatic discharge protection.
