Nexperia USA Inc. NPIC6C596PW-Q100,1

Overview

NPIC6C596PW-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, separate shift/storage clocks (SHCP/STCP), asynchronous master reset (MR), and active-low output enable (OE). It delivers 100 mA continuous current per channel, 33 V drain-source breakdown, and integrated inductive transient clamping - deployed in automotive LED signage and fault indicator panels.

For engineers reviewing the NPIC6C596PW-Q100 datasheet, NPIC6C596PW-Q100 pinout, NPIC6C596PW-Q100 application, or NPIC6C596PW-Q100 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 33 V/100 mA open-drain power driver capability, cascading support via Q7S, -40 °C to +125 °C operation, and TSSOP16 package with side-wettable flanks for AOI-compatible solder joint inspection.

Technical Context

The device implements dual-register architecture: an 8-stage shift register clocked by SHCP (data shifted on LOW-to-HIGH edge) and a parallel storage register clocked by STCP (data latched on LOW-to-HIGH edge). Cascading is enabled via Q7S, which clocks out on the falling edge of SHCP to extend hold time.

Output control is decoupled from register state: OE independently places all eight EDNMOS outputs in high-impedance OFF-state without affecting shift or storage register contents. Each output integrates clamp diodes for inductive load protection and supports 250 mA pulsed current with 30 mJ single-pulse avalanche energy rating.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

TSSOP16 plastic thin shrink small outline package (SOT403-1), 16-pin, 4.4 mm body width, with side-wettable flanks for automated optical inspection of solder joints.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with TPIC6B595QPWRQ1 and ULN2803AQDRQ1, the NPIC6C596PW-Q100 uniquely combines automotive-grade ruggedness (33 V/30 mJ), low RDSon, and integrated shift+storage registers - making it optimal for space-constrained, safety-critical LED and relay control where transient immunity and timing precision are mandatory.

Availability

NPIC6C596PW-Q100 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive LED signage, graphic status panels, and fault status indicators requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.

Supply support for NPIC6C596PW-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 global semiconductor expert focused on essential efficiency technologies, delivering high-performance, reliable discrete, logic, and MOSFET solutions for automotive, industrial, and consumer markets.

The NPIC6C596PW-Q100 belongs to Nexperia's automotive-qualified power logic family, engineered specifically for robust serial-to-parallel power driving in harsh environments - emphasizing high-voltage tolerance, avalanche ruggedness, and AEC-Q100 compliance.

FAQ

What is the maximum continuous current per output channel?

Each of the eight open-drain EDNMOS outputs supports 100 mA continuous current at Tamb = 25 °C, derating linearly above 25 °C per the package's thermal resistance. At 125 °C ambient, continuous current is limited to approximately 140 mA nominal per the RDSon vs. temperature curve - verified in Table 5 and Fig. 17 of the datasheet.

Can NPIC6C596PW-Q100 drive 24 V inductive loads directly?

Yes - its 33 V drain-source breakdown voltage and integrated clamping diodes allow direct connection to 24 V relay or solenoid coils. The 30 mJ single-pulse avalanche energy rating (tested per Fig. 9) ensures survival during inductive turn-off transients without external protection components.

How does the Q7S pin improve cascading reliability?

Q7S clocks out on the falling edge of SHCP, providing additional setup time before the next device's rising SHCP edge. This extends the valid data window for downstream shift registers - reducing timing violations in multi-stage configurations, especially at 10 MHz maximum clock frequency.

Is the TSSOP16 package compatible with automated optical inspection (AOI)?

Yes - the SOT403-1 package features side-wettable flanks, enabling AOI systems to inspect solder joint quality on the vertical sidewalls of the leads. This is explicitly cited in Section 2 as a benefit and confirmed in the package outline (Fig. 21) and ordering information table.