Overview
The VNQ5E250AJTR-E is a quad-channel high-side driver manufactured by STMicroelectronics using their proprietary VIPower™ M0-5 technology. This device is housed in a PowerSSO-16 package and is designed to drive 12 V automotive grounded loads, providing advanced protection and diagnostic functions. It features a 3 V and 5 V CMOS compatible interface, making it suitable for use with any microcontroller. The VNQ5E250AJTR-E integrates various protective functions, including load current limitation, inrush and overload active management by power limitation, overtemperature shutdown with auto-restart, and overvoltage active clamp.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Max Supply Voltage (VCC) | 41 | V |
| Operating Voltage Range (VCC) | 4 to 28 | V |
| Max On-State Resistance (per channel) | 250 mΩ | mΩ |
| Current Limitation (typical) | 5 A | A |
| Off-State Supply Current | 2 µA | µA |
| Junction Operating Temperature | -40 to 150 | °C |
| Storage Temperature | -55 to 150 | °C |
Key Features
- Inrush current active management by power limitation
- Very low standby current
- 3.0 V CMOS compatible inputs
- Optimized electromagnetic emissions and very low electromagnetic susceptibility
- Proportional load current sense with high current sense precision
- Diagnostic functions including off-state open-load detection, output short to VCC detection, and thermal shutdown indication
- Protective functions such as undervoltage shutdown, overvoltage clamp, load current limitation, and overtemperature shutdown with auto-restart
- Reverse battery protection and electrostatic discharge protection
Applications
- Suitable for driving all types of resistive, inductive, and capacitive loads
- LED drivers
- Relay drivers
- Automotive applications requiring high-side drivers with advanced protection and diagnostic features
Q & A
- What is the maximum supply voltage for the VNQ5E250AJTR-E?
The maximum supply voltage is 41 V. - What is the operating voltage range of the VNQ5E250AJTR-E?
The operating voltage range is from 4 V to 28 V. - What is the typical current limitation of the VNQ5E250AJTR-E?
The typical current limitation is 5 A. - What are the diagnostic functions available on the VNQ5E250AJTR-E?
The device includes diagnostic functions such as proportional load current sense, off-state open-load detection, output short to VCC detection, and thermal shutdown indication. - Does the VNQ5E250AJTR-E have protection against overtemperature?
Yes, it has overtemperature shutdown with auto-restart. - Is the VNQ5E250AJTR-E protected against reverse battery conditions?
Yes, it includes reverse battery protection. - What is the package type of the VNQ5E250AJTR-E?
The device is housed in a PowerSSO-16 package. - What is the junction operating temperature range of the VNQ5E250AJTR-E?
The junction operating temperature range is from -40 °C to 150 °C. - What types of loads can the VNQ5E250AJTR-E drive?
The device can drive all types of resistive, inductive, and capacitive loads. - Is the VNQ5E250AJTR-E compatible with CMOS inputs?
Yes, it has 3 V and 5 V CMOS compatible inputs.
