Nexperia USA Inc. NPIC6C596ABQ-Q100X

Overview

NPIC6C596ABQ-Q100 from Nexperia is an AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualified 8-bit serial-in/parallel-out shift register with open-drain extended-drain NMOS (EDNMOS) outputs, dual clocks (SHCP and STCP), asynchronous master reset (MR), and output enable (OE). It delivers 100 mA continuous current per channel, 33 V drain-source breakdown, and integrated inductive transient clamping - used in automotive LED signage and fault indicator panels.

For engineers reviewing the NPIC6C596ABQ-Q100 datasheet, NPIC6C596ABQ-Q100 pinout, NPIC6C596ABQ-Q100 application, or NPIC6C596ABQ-Q100 equivalent, key selection criteria include open-drain drive capability, cascading timing (Q7S edge-aligned to SHCP fall), avalanche energy rating (30 mJ), thermal performance in DHVQFN16, and automotive-grade reliability across −40 °C to +125 °C.

Technical Context

The device implements two independent synchronous registers: an 8-stage shift register clocked by SHCP (data shifted on LOW-to-HIGH) and a storage register clocked by STCP (data latched on LOW-to-HIGH). Cascading is enhanced via Q7S output timed to SHCP falling edge for added hold time.

Each of the eight outputs integrates an EDNMOS transistor with internal source-to-GND connection, 33 V V(BR)DSS, 30 mJ single-pulse avalanche energy, and clamped inductive flyback handling - enabling direct driving of LEDs, relays, and solenoids without external snubbers.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

DHVQFN16 package (SOT763-1), 2.5 × 3.5 × 0.85 mm body, side-wettable flanks for AOI-compatible solder joint inspection.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar 8-bit open-drain power shift register applications.

Compared with TPIC6B595QPWRQ1 and ULN2803AQDRQ1, the NPIC6C596ABQ-Q100 uniquely balances automotive qualification, precise cascading timing, integrated transient protection, and efficient NMOS conduction - making it optimal for space-constrained, high-reliability serial-driven power interfaces.

Availability

NPIC6C596ABQ-Q100 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive LED signage, graphic status panels, and fault indicator systems requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.

Supply support for NPIC6C596ABQ-Q100 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

Nexperia is a leading semiconductor manufacturer specializing in high-performance logic, analog, and discrete components, with deep expertise in automotive-qualified devices and advanced packaging.

The NPIC6C596A-Q100 belongs to Nexperia's automotive power logic family, designed specifically to replace discrete transistor arrays and mechanical relays in cost-sensitive, thermally constrained automotive body electronics.

FAQ

What is the maximum safe operating voltage on the Q0–Q7 outputs?

The NPIC6C596ABQ-Q100 specifies a drain-source breakdown voltage (V(BR)DSS) of 33 V minimum, with absolute maximum rating of +33 V continuous. Operation above 33 V risks avalanche conduction and permanent damage, even with clamping. For 24 V automotive systems, this provides 9 V margin against load dump transients per ISO 7637-2.

Can NPIC6C596ABQ-Q100 drive multiple LEDs in series per channel?

Yes - with VCC = 5 V and forward voltage drop of ~2.1 V per red LED, up to two LEDs can be driven in series per channel. At VCC = 12 V, up to five LEDs (10.5 V total) remain within the 33 V clamp limit. Current must be limited externally via series resistor to maintain ≤100 mA continuous per channel.

How does the Q7S timing differ from standard shift register outputs?

Unlike conventional Q7 outputs clocked on SHCP rising edge, Q7S is synchronized to the SHCP falling edge. This provides additional hold time for the next stage's DS input, improving timing margin in cascaded configurations - especially critical at 10 MHz clock rates where setup time is only 15 ns.

Is the DHVQFN16 package compatible with standard reflow profiles?

Yes - the SOT763-1 package is qualified for JEDEC J-STD-020 moisture sensitivity level 3 and supports standard lead-free reflow profiles (peak 260 °C, 60 s max above 217 °C). Its side-wettable flanks allow automated optical inspection of solder fillets, ensuring process reliability in automotive manufacturing lines.