Overview
The VNQ5E160K-E is a quad channel high-side driver manufactured by STMicroelectronics using their proprietary VIPower M0-5 technology. It is housed in the compact PowerSSO-24 package. This device is designed to drive automotive grounded loads, offering advanced protection, diagnostics, and a 3V and 5V CMOS-compatible interface with any microcontroller. The VNQ5E160K-E integrates various protective functions such as load current limitation, inrush and overload active management, over-temperature shutdown with auto-restart, and over-voltage active clamp. It also features enhanced diagnostic functions, including fast detection of overload, short-circuit to ground, and over-temperature indication.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Max Transient Supply Voltage (VCC) | 41 | V |
| Operating Voltage Range (VCC) | 4.5 to 28 | V |
| Max On-State Resistance (per channel) | 160 | mΩ |
| Current Limitation (typical) | 10 | A |
| Off-State Supply Current | 2 µA | - |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 to 150 | °C |
Key Features
- General Features:
- Inrush current active management by power limitation
- Very low stand-by current
- 3.0V CMOS compatible inputs
- Optimized electromagnetic emissions
- Very low electromagnetic susceptibility
- In compliance with the 2002/95/EC European directive
- Diagnostic Functions:
- Open Drain status output
- On-state open load detection
- Off-state open load detection
- Output short to VCC detection
- Overload and short to ground (power limitation) indication
- Thermal shutdown indication
- Protections:
- Undervoltage shutdown
- Overvoltage clamp
- Load current limitation
- Self limiting of fast thermal transients
- Protection against loss of ground and loss of VCC
- Over-temperature shutdown with auto-restart
- Reverse battery protected
- Electrostatic discharge protection
Applications
The VNQ5E160K-E is suitable for driving all types of resistive, inductive, and capacitive loads in automotive applications. It can be used as an LED driver and is generally applicable in any scenario requiring high-side switching with advanced protection and diagnostic features.
Q & A
- What is the VNQ5E160K-E used for?
The VNQ5E160K-E is a quad channel high-side driver designed to drive automotive grounded loads, offering protection, diagnostics, and a CMOS-compatible interface.
- What is the maximum transient supply voltage for the VNQ5E160K-E?
The maximum transient supply voltage (VCC) is 41V.
- What is the operating voltage range of the VNQ5E160K-E?
The operating voltage range is from 4.5V to 28V.
- What is the typical current limitation of the VNQ5E160K-E?
The typical current limitation is 10A.
- What are the diagnostic functions of the VNQ5E160K-E?
The device features open drain status output, on-state and off-state open load detection, output short to VCC detection, overload and short to ground indication, and thermal shutdown indication.
- What protections does the VNQ5E160K-E offer?
The device offers undervoltage shutdown, overvoltage clamp, load current limitation, self-limiting of fast thermal transients, protection against loss of ground and VCC, over-temperature shutdown with auto-restart, reverse battery protection, and electrostatic discharge protection.
- What is the package type of the VNQ5E160K-E?
The device is housed in the PowerSSO-24 package.
- Is the VNQ5E160K-E compliant with any specific European directive?
Yes, it is in compliance with the 2002/95/EC European directive.
- What is the operating temperature range of the VNQ5E160K-E?
The operating temperature range is from -40°C to 150°C.
- Can the diagnostic feedback of the VNQ5E160K-E be disabled?
Yes, the diagnostic feedback can be disabled by pulling the STAT_DIS pin up.
