STMicroelectronics VN750-E High-Side Driver

The VN750-E from STMicroelectronics is a monolithic device designed in STMicroelectronics' VIPower M0-3 technology, intended for driving automotive resistive or inductive loads with one side connected to ground. This high-side driver is a robust and efficient solution for applications requiring high reliability and performance in the automotive industry.

Key Features

• Active VCC Clamp: The VN750-E features an active clamp on VCC, providing protection against overvoltage, which is critical for automotive applications where voltage spikes can often occur.
• Thermal Shutdown: With an integrated thermal shutdown feature, the device ensures protection against overheating, which can prevent damage to the driver and the load it controls.
• Load Current Limitation: This high-side driver includes a current limitation function to protect against overload conditions, ensuring safe operation under a variety of load circumstances.
• Open Load Detection in OFF State: The device can detect if there is an open load when in the OFF state, a crucial feature for diagnosing issues within the system.
• Fast Demagnetization of Inductive Loads: The VN750-E is capable of handling the demagnetization of inductive loads swiftly, which is essential for applications such as solenoids and motors.

Applications

The VN750-E is particularly suited for a range of automotive applications, including but not limited to:

• Lamp driving,
• Relay driving,
• DC motor driving in applications such as power windows and mirrors,
• Actuators for central locking systems.

Package Details

STMicroelectronics has packaged the VN750-E in a 5-lead Pentawatt package, which provides a compact solution with a minimal footprint, ideal for space-constrained environments.

Quality and Reliability

The VN750-E is designed to meet the stringent requirements of the automotive industry, including extended temperature ranges and high reliability standards. It is qualified following the AEC-Q100 criteria, ensuring that it meets the automotive industry's quality and reliability expectations.