Overview
The VNQ830-E is a quad channel high-side driver (HSD) produced by STMicroelectronics, utilizing their VIPower M0-3 technology. This monolithic device is formed by assembling two VND830-E chips in a single SO-28 package. It is designed to drive various types of loads, including resistive and inductive loads, with one side connected to ground. The VNQ830-E features active VCC pin voltage clamp to protect against low energy spikes and complies with the 2002/95/EC European directive.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| RDS(on) | 60 mΩ (per channel) | mΩ |
| IOUT | 6 A (per channel) | A |
| VCC | 36 V | V |
| DC Supply Voltage | 41 V | V |
| Reverse DC Supply Voltage | -0.3 V | V |
| DC Output Current | Internally Limited | A |
| Reverse DC Output Current | -6 A | A |
| DC Input Current | +/- 10 mA | mA |
| DC Status Current | +/- 10 mA | mA |
| Electrostatic Discharge (Human Body Model) | 4000 V (INPUT), 4000 V (STATUS), 5000 V (OUTPUT), 5000 V (VCC) | V |
| Maximum Switching Energy | 140 mJ | mJ |
| Power Dissipation (per island) at Tlead=25°C | 6.25 W | W |
| Junction Operating Temperature | Internally Limited | °C |
| Storage Temperature | -55 to 150 °C | °C |
Key Features
- CMOS compatible inputs
- Open drain status outputs
- On-state and off-state open load detection
- Output shorted to VCC detection in off-state
- Shorted load protection
- Undervoltage and overvoltage shutdown
- Loss of ground and loss of VCC protection
- Reverse battery protection
- Very low standby current
- Active current limitation combined with thermal shutdown and automatic restart
- Very low electromagnetic susceptibility and optimized electromagnetic emission
Applications
The VNQ830-E is suitable for a variety of applications that require reliable and robust high-side switching, including:
- Automotive systems: For driving resistive or inductive loads such as lamps, relays, and motors.
- Industrial control systems: For controlling various types of loads in industrial environments.
- Power management systems: Where protection against overloads, short circuits, and voltage transients is crucial.
- Consumer electronics: For applications requiring high reliability and low electromagnetic interference.
Q & A
- What is the VNQ830-E and what technology does it use?
The VNQ830-E is a quad channel high-side driver produced by STMicroelectronics, utilizing their VIPower M0-3 technology.
- What type of loads can the VNQ830-E drive?
The VNQ830-E can drive any type of multiple loads, including resistive and inductive loads, with one side connected to ground.
- What are the key protection features of the VNQ830-E?
The device features undervoltage and overvoltage shutdown, shorted load protection, loss of ground and VCC protection, and reverse battery protection.
- How does the VNQ830-E handle thermal issues?
The device includes active current limitation combined with thermal shutdown and automatic restart to protect against overload conditions.
- What is the maximum output current per channel for the VNQ830-E?
The maximum output current per channel is 6 A.
- What is the operating supply voltage range for the VNQ830-E?
The operating supply voltage range is from 5.5 V to 36 V.
- How does the VNQ830-E protect against open loads?
The device detects open-load conditions both in the on-state and off-state, and it also detects output shorted to VCC in the off-state.
- What is the storage temperature range for the VNQ830-E?
The storage temperature range is from -55 °C to 150 °C.
- Is the VNQ830-E compliant with any specific European directives?
Yes, it complies with the 2002/95/EC European directive.
- What package type is the VNQ830-E available in?
The VNQ830-E is available in an SO-28 (double island) package.
