STMicroelectronics VN06SPTR-E

Overview

VN06SPTR-E from STMicroelectronics is a high-side smart power solid-state relay in PowerSO-10™ package, designed for automotive-grade resistive and inductive load control with one side grounded. It delivers 1.9 A nominal current (ISO-defined), 0.18 Ω on-resistance at 25 °C, 60 V drain-source breakdown voltage, and integrated thermal shutdown, under-voltage protection, and open-drain diagnostic output. Used in body electronics modules for controlling lamps, solenoids, and valves.

For engineers reviewing the VN06SPTR-E datasheet, VN06SPTR-E pinout, VN06SPTR-E application, or VN06SPTR-E equivalent, key selection criteria include its 9 A continuous output current at Tc = 85 °C, -18 V inductive demagnetization clamp, 5 V logic-compatible input, open-load detection timing (t1(on)/t1(off) = 1–10 ms), and ISO 7637-2 Pulse 5 Level II compliance without external components.

Technical Context

The VN06SPTR-E integrates a VIPower MOSFET with embedded protection logic and diagnostics. Its high-side architecture enables direct battery-switching of grounded loads, while the internal negative-voltage clamp (-18 V typ.) ensures fast inductive energy dissipation during turn-off. The device implements ISO-compliant open-load detection with dual filtering windows (on/off states) and fault latching behavior per truth table.

Thermal management relies on junction-to-case resistance of 2.4 °C/W, enabling 27 W power dissipation at Tc = 85 °C. Protection functions include overtemperature shutdown at 140 °C (reset at 125 °C), undervoltage lockout at 5 V, and short-circuit current limiting with <10 μs response time due to on-die sensing.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: PowerSO-10™ - Exposed die-pad thermally enhanced surface-mount package with 10 terminals; requires minimum copper pad area on FR-4 for R_thj-case = 2.4 °C/W.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-side automotive switch applications.

Compared with VNQ7E050TR-E and IPS1032HTR, the VN06SPTR-E uniquely balances 9 A continuous drive, integrated -18 V demagnetization, and full ISO open-load timing compliance-making it optimal for cost-sensitive automotive body control modules requiring both inductive and resistive load support in a single footprint.

Availability

VN06SPTR-E is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for headlamp control modules, engine cooling fan drivers, transmission solenoid actuators, and door lock actuator drivers requiring stable component supply across automotive production lifecycles.

Supply support for VN06SPTR-E 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

STMicroelectronics is a global semiconductor leader headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, specializing in automotive, industrial, and power management ICs with vertical manufacturing capabilities and AEC-Q100 qualified product lines.

The VN06SPTR-E belongs to ST's VIPower® M0-7 family of high-side drivers, engineered specifically for ISO 16750-compliant automotive body electronics where robustness, integrated diagnostics, and thermal resilience are critical.

FAQ

What is the maximum inductive load energy the VN06SPTR-E can safely demagnetize without external components?

The VN06SPTR-E safely demagnetizes inductive loads up to 1 mH at 1.9 A using its internal -18 V clamp, as verified in the datasheet's electrical characteristics table (V_demag = -14 to -24 V). For larger inductances or higher currents, thermal rise must be calculated using P_dem = 0.5 × L × I² × [(V_CC + V_demag) / V_demag] × f to ensure junction temperature stays below 150 °C.

Can the VN06SPTR-E be used in 24 V commercial vehicle applications?

Yes-the VN06SPTR-E supports V_CC up to 26 V and withstands ISO 7637-2 Pulse 5 Level II (46.5 V) transients without external protection. Its 60 V V_DSS and thermal shutdown at 140 °C make it suitable for 24 V truck and bus body control units, provided PCB layout maintains R_thj-case ≤ 2.4 °C/W and ambient temperature remains within -40 to 125 °C.

How does the STAT pin behave during overtemperature shutdown?

During overtemperature shutdown, the STAT pin goes low immediately (no delay) to signal fault. After junction temperature drops to 125 °C (T_R), the device auto-recovers and STAT returns high after a fixed 50–700 μs delay (t_pol). This behavior differs from open-load detection, which applies 1–10 ms filtering to avoid false triggers from harness noise.

Is the VN06SPTR-E pin-compatible with earlier VN06SP variants?

Yes-VN06SPTR-E is the tape-and-reel packaged version of the VN06SP, sharing identical PowerSO-10™ pinout, electrical specifications, and thermal characteristics. The "TR-E" suffix denotes RoHS-compliant, halogen-free packaging per ST's standard revision control; no functional or layout changes are introduced.