STMicroelectronics VN5T016AHTR-E
- Part No.:
- VN5T016AHTR-E
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Package:
- TO-252-7, DPAK (6 Leads + Tab)
- Datasheet:
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VN5T016AHTR-E.pdf
- Description:
- IC PWR DRIVER N-CHANNEL 1:1 HPAK
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Product details
Overview
VN5T016AHTR-E from STMicroelectronics is a single-channel automotive high-side driver IC with integrated analog current sense, designed for 24 V systems driving resistive/inductive/capacitive loads grounded on one side. It features 16 mΩ typical on-state resistance at 25 °C, 60 A typical current limitation, AEC-Q100 qualification, and fault reporting via proportional current sense pin (CS). Used in LED lighting control, body electronics, and solenoid actuation.
For engineers reviewing the VN5T016AHTR-E datasheet, VN5T016AHTR-E pinout, VN5T016AHTR-E application, or VN5T016AHTR-E equivalent, key selection criteria include its 8–36 V operating range, thermal shutdown latch-off behavior, FR_Stby reset functionality, and ±2 µA off-state supply current - critical for low-power automotive subsystems requiring diagnostic feedback and robust transient protection.
Technical Context
This device implements ST's VIPower M0-7 technology to integrate power MOSFET, protection logic, and analog current sensing in a single HPAK package. Its active clamp limits VCC transients to 58 V, while internal power limitation dynamically restricts output current during overload without external components.
The analog current sense (CS) delivers a proportional output current across six calibrated ranges (K0–K6), enabling precise load monitoring from 100 mA to 20 A. Fault detection includes off-state open-load, short-to-VCC, thermal shutdown latch-off, and undervoltage lockout - all reported through CS or status latching controlled by FR_Stby.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Operating voltage | 8–36 V DC: Supports full automotive battery range including cold-crank (8 V) and load-dump surges (36 V). |
| On-state resistance | 16 mΩ typ. @ 25 °C: Enables <25 mV drop at 1.5 A, minimizing conduction loss in high-current loads. |
| Current limit | 60 A typ.: Self-limiting protection prevents destructive overcurrent during short-circuit events. |
| Supply current (off) | 2 µA typ.: Ultra-low standby consumption enables always-on modules without battery drain. |
| Thermal shutdown | 150 °C trigger: Latches off until FR_Stby pulse resets; prevents thermal runaway in enclosed environments. |
| Current sense ratio | K6 = 4240 typ. @ 20 A: Delivers ~4.7 mA CS output for 20 A load, compatible with standard 3.9 kΩ sense resistors. |
| ESD rating (HBM) | 4000 V on IN/FR_Stby pins: Ensures robustness against handling and board-level ESD in assembly lines. |
Pinout & Package
Delivered in HPAK package (7 mm × 6.4 mm, 1.1 mm height), thermally optimized with exposed die pad for PCB copper heat sinking. Thermal resistance junction-to-case is 1.5 °C/W.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCC | Battery supply input | Clamped to 58 V max; accepts ISO 7637-2 Pulse 1 (−450 V) and Pulse 5b (+174 V) with external clamp. |
| OUT | High-side power output | Drives load between OUT and GND; supports inductive demagnetization energy up to 390 mJ. |
| GND | Power and signal reference | Common return for load, logic, and sense paths; reverse-battery protected via internal MOSFET switch. |
| IN | CMOS-compatible enable input | Hysteresis of 0.25 V prevents noise-induced switching; 0.9 V low / 2.1 V high thresholds ensure MCU compatibility. |
| CS | Analog current sense output | Sinks proportional current (ISENSE) for real-time load monitoring and fault reporting (e.g., 9–12 mA in overload). |
| FR_Stby | Fault reset & standby control | Pulse-low resets latch-off; sustained low disables outputs and enters ultra-low-power standby mode. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Proportional current sense with multi-range calibration | Six K-ratios (K0–K6) cover 100 mA–20 A with <±50% total drift over −40 to +150 °C for LED dimming accuracy. |
| Integrated reverse-battery protection | Self-switching Power MOSFET blocks −32 V reverse supply without external diode, reducing BOM count and footprint. |
| Off-state open-load detection | Detects >2 V at OUT when IN = 0 V, enabling bulb-out diagnostics in lighting modules without extra circuitry. |
| Output short-to-VCC detection | Identifies stuck-high faults within 180–1800 µs, preventing false ON states in safety-critical actuators. |
| AEC-Q100 Grade 0 qualification | Rated for −40 to +150 °C operation with 100% production test coverage, meeting automotive ASIL-B system requirements. |
Applications
| LED Headlamp Control | Engine Cooling Fan Driver |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Driving high-power LED arrays in adaptive front-lighting systems (AFS) with PWM dimming and thermal derating. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side switch with analog current feedback for closed-loop brightness regulation and open-circuit fault reporting. Use Value: 16 mΩ RON minimizes self-heating at 3–5 A drive currents; CS pin enables real-time LED current monitoring for compliance with UNECE R149. | Use Scenario: Controlling 12/24 V brushed DC cooling fans in engine bays subject to vibration, temperature cycling, and load dump transients. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Robust high-side driver with thermal shutdown latch-off and FR_Stby-controlled restart after overheating events. Use Value: 60 A current limit handles fan stall currents; 58 V VCC clamp withstands ISO 7637-2 Pulse 5b without external TVS, reducing system cost. |
| Body Control Module Load Switch | Transmission Solenoid Interface |
Use Scenario: Managing door locks, window lifts, and mirror heaters in centralized body controllers with diagnostic logging. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Smart power switch providing load current telemetry, open-load detection, and short-circuit protection per channel. Use Value: 2 µA off-state current extends battery life in sleep mode; CS pin feeds microcontroller ADC for predictive maintenance analytics. | Use Scenario: Driving 12 V transmission pressure control solenoids requiring precise current profiling and fault-safe shutdown. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-accuracy current-sense driver enabling closed-loop solenoid current control and coil open/short diagnostics. Use Value: K6 = 4240 ratio yields ±1.2 A error at 20 A load, supporting ASAM MCD-2 MC-compliant current profiling for shift quality tuning. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-side driver applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| TPS4H160BQPWPRQ1 | Higher RON (25 mΩ), no analog current sense - uses digital SPI reporting. | Lacks continuous analog ISENSE; requires MCU with SPI interface and firmware for diagnostics. | Preferred where digital bus integration outweighs need for analog simplicity and lower latency. |
| IPS1035H | Lower current limit (35 A), no FR_Stby pin - auto-restarts after thermal shutdown. | No manual reset capability; unsuitable for fail-safe systems requiring operator confirmation before restart. | Select when automatic recovery is acceptable and peak load current remains below 35 A. |
Compared with TPS4H160BQPWPRQ1 and IPS1035H, VN5T016AHTR-E uniquely combines analog current sensing with latch-off reset via FR_Stby and 60 A protection - making it optimal for safety-aware 24 V automotive loads requiring deterministic fault handling and minimal MCU resource usage.
Availability
VN5T016AHTR-E is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive lighting control, engine management subsystems, and body electronics requiring stable component supply across extended temperature and transient-voltage conditions.
Supply support for VN5T016AHTR-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-grade power ICs, microcontrollers, and sensors with vertical manufacturing and AEC-Q100-aligned quality systems.
VN5T016AHTR-E belongs to ST's VIPower high-side driver family, engineered specifically for 24 V automotive power distribution with integrated diagnostics, electromagnetic robustness, and functional safety support up to ASIL-B.
FAQ
What is the purpose of the FR_Stby pin?
The FR_Stby pin serves dual functions: a low-pulse resets latch-off conditions (overload or thermal shutdown), while a sustained low level places the device in ultra-low-power standby mode (<2 µA). It replaces external reset circuitry and enables coordinated system-level fault recovery in multi-channel modules.
How does the current sense (CS) pin report faults?
The CS pin sinks current proportional to load current under normal operation. During faults - such as overload, thermal shutdown, or off-state open-load - it delivers fixed high-current levels (9–12 mA) or voltage clamps (8 V), enabling unambiguous detection without additional comparators or ADC scaling.
Can VN5T016AHTR-E drive inductive loads without external flyback diodes?
No external flyback diode is required due to integrated active demagnetization clamp. When OUT turns off, the device clamps VOUT to VCC − 58 V, safely dissipating inductive energy. Maximum safe demagnetization energy is 390 mJ at 32 V and 150 °C start junction temperature.
Is VN5T016AHTR-E compatible with 3.3 V microcontrollers?
Yes. Its IN pin has CMOS-compatible thresholds (VIL = 0.9 V, VIH = 2.1 V) and 0.25 V hysteresis, ensuring reliable switching with 3.3 V GPIOs. Input leakage is ≤1 µA, eliminating need for pull-up resistors in most configurations.
VN5T016AHTR-E Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Package/Case:
- TO-252-7, DPAK (6 Leads + Tab)
- Series:
- VIPower™
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Switch Type:
- General Purpose
- Number of Outputs:
- 1
- Ratio - Input:Output:
- 1:1
- Output Configuration:
- High Side
- Output Type:
- N-Channel
- Interface:
- On/Off
- Voltage - Load:
- 8V ~ 36V
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- Not Required
- Current - Output (Max):
- 43A
- Rds On (Typ):
- 16mOhm
- Input Type:
- Non-Inverting
- Features:
- -
- Fault Protection:
- Current Limiting (Fixed), Open Load Detect, Over Temperature, Over Voltage
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- HPAK
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