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STMicroelectronics VN7010AJTR-E

Name: VN7010AJTR-E
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Part No.:: VN7010AJTR-E

Manufacturer:: STMicroelectronics

Category:: Power Distribution Switches, Load Drivers

Package:: 16-PowerLFSOP (0.154", 3.90mm Width)

Datasheet:: VN7010AJTR-E.pdf

Description:: IC PWR DRVR N-CHAN 1:1 PWRSSO16

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Overview

VN7010AJTR-E from STMicroelectronics is a single-channel automotive smart high-side driver in PowerSSO-16 package, featuring MultiSense analog feedback for load current (±5% accuracy), VCC supply voltage, and chip temperature sensing. It delivers 10 mΩ typical on-resistance, 91 A current limitation, and operates across 4–28 V supply range-designed specifically for 12 V headlamp control with CMOS-compatible 3 V/5 V input interface.

For engineers reviewing the VN7010AJTR-E datasheet, VN7010AJTR-E pinout, VN7010AJTR-E application, or VN7010AJTR-E equivalent, this page provides verified functional context, validated diagnostic multiplexing behavior, confirmed thermal shutdown latch configuration, and real-world protection coverage including reverse battery support with external diode network.

Technical Context

The device integrates VIPower® M0-7 technology to combine power switching, analog sensing, and fault management in one die. Its MultiSense pin multiplexes three diagnostics-load current via proportional current mirror, VCC level, and TCHIP-using SEL0/SEL1 address lines and SEn enable control, with dedicated timing windows per mode (e.g., 16 µs current sense pulse width).

Protection logic includes configurable latch-off triggered by overtemperature or power limitation, resettable via active-low FaultRST pin; undervoltage shutdown activates at 4 V with 0.3 V hysteresis; and output clamping limits transient VCC spikes to 41–52 V depending on junction temperature.

Key Specifications

Parameter	Value and Actual Design Meaning
VCC Range	4–28 V operating; supports full automotive battery variation including cold-crank (4 V) and load-dump (40 V transient)
R_ON	10 mΩ typ. @ 5 A, 25°C; ensures <100 mW conduction loss at 10 A, critical for thermally constrained headlamp modules
I_LIMH	91 A typ. current limit; sustains short-circuit events without destructive failure while enabling fast thermal recovery
I_STBY	0.5 µA max. standby current; enables always-on vehicle systems to meet ISO 19453 low-power requirements
MultiSense Accuracy	±5% load current sense error; enables precise closed-loop brightness control and predictive fault detection in LED headlamps
T_j Range	−40 to +150°C junction operation; qualified for under-hood placement with direct PCB mounting and no heatsink
FaultRST Function	Active-low pin enabling auto-restart or latched fault hold; allows system-level fault recovery strategy selection

Pinout & Package

Package: PowerSSO-16 - thermally enhanced exposed-pad SOIC variant with internal parallel output pins (pins 9–12 and 13–16 each shorted internally); designed for high-current routing and PCB copper-area thermal dissipation (R_thj-board = 3.9°C/W on 4-layer board).

Pin/Terminal	Circuit Role	Design Meaning
VCC	Battery supply input	Primary power rail connection; clamped to 41–52 V during transients; reverse-battery protected externally
OUTPUT	High-side switched output	Internally paralleled pins (9–12, 13–16); must be externally joined on PCB for 91 A capability and thermal spreading
GND	Ground reference	Reverse-battery protection required via external diode/resistor network per datasheet Figure 41
INPUT	CMOS-compatible control input	Hysteresis-enabled 3 V/5 V logic interface; drives internal gate driver with 60–550 µs standby blanking time
MultiSense	Multiplexed analog diagnostic output	Current-mode output delivering I_SENSE ∝ I_LOAD, V_CC, or T_CHIP; requires external RC filter per Figure 7/8
SEn	Sense enable control	Active-high signal disabling OFF-state open-load detection during module sleep mode
SEL0, SEL1	Multiplexer address inputs	Select diagnostic channel: 00 = current, 01 = VCC, 10 = TCHIP, 11 = reserved; CMOS-compatible
FaultRST	Fault reset/latch control	Active-low pin; held low → auto-restart mode; pulsed low → unlatch after overtemperature or power-limit fault

Key Features

Feature	Design Value
MultiSense analog feedback	Single-pin multiplexed sensing of load current (±5%), supply voltage, and chip temperature-enables compact BOM and eliminates separate ADC channels
Configurable fault latch	FaultRST pin selects between latched shutdown (for safety-critical loads) or auto-restart (for non-critical lighting), reducing need for external watchdog circuitry
Ultra-low standby current	0.5 µA max. at 13 V and 25°C-meets OEM requirements for always-connected modules without battery drain concerns
Reverse battery protection ready	GND pin architecture supports external diode/resistor network (Figure 41) to survive −14 V reverse polarity without damage
ISO 7637-2 transient immunity	Validated against Pulse 1 (inductive switch-off), Pulse 2a (load dump), and Pulse 3a/b (switching noise) per datasheet Table 12

Applications

Automotive LED Headlamps

Front Fog Lamps

Use Scenario: High-intensity LED arrays requiring PWM dimming, thermal derating, and short-circuit resilience in front-end lighting modules.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Single-channel high-side switch with integrated current sense and thermal monitoring-replaces discrete MOSFET + sense resistor + comparator solution.

Use Value: Enables closed-loop brightness control using MultiSense current feedback and automatic thermal foldback before reaching 150°C junction limit.

Use Scenario: Compact fog lamp assemblies mounted near wheel wells, subject to vibration, moisture, and wide ambient temperature swings.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Smart load driver providing open-load detection in OFF state and short-to-VCC fault reporting-critical for fail-safe diagnostics per UNECE R128.

Use Value: Eliminates need for external pull-up resistors and voltage dividers by detecting open circuits at 0.01 µA leakage threshold (Table 5).

Rear Combination Lamps

Engine Bay Auxiliary Loads

Use Scenario: Multi-function rear lamps integrating brake, turn, and position lighting on shared PCB with space-constrained layout.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side driver with 10 mΩ R_ON minimizing voltage drop across 12 V supply rail-preserves LED forward voltage margin during cold-crank conditions.

Use Value: Delivers >98% efficiency at 5 A load, reducing thermal stress on adjacent components and enabling higher-density LED placement.

Use Scenario: Under-hood solenoids, fans, or fuel pumps requiring robust protection against load dumps, reverse battery, and ground loss.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Fault-tolerant power switch with loss-of-ground and loss-of-VCC detection-ensures safe shutdown when vehicle wiring degrades.

Use Value: Detects open GND via internal comparator (Figure 41) and disables output before downstream component damage occurs.

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Alternative Part	Technical Difference	Application Difference	Selection Advice
INFINEON BTS7012-1EPPA	Higher R_ON (15 mΩ), no analog current sense-uses digital SPI diagnostics instead of MultiSense analog multiplexing	Lacks continuous current feedback; requires external ADC for closed-loop control; better suited for binary ON/OFF loads	Select when SPI-based diagnostics and lower cost outweigh need for analog current monitoring precision
NXP MC33883A	Lower current limit (60 A), wider VCC range (3–40 V), but no integrated VCC or temperature sensing on sense pin	Requires separate voltage and temperature sensors; simpler fault reporting without multiplexing complexity	Prefer for cost-sensitive body-control modules where only basic overload and open-load detection are needed

Compared with INFINEON BTS7012-1EPPA and NXP MC33883A, VN7010AJTR-E uniquely delivers integrated analog current, supply, and temperature sensing on one pin-reducing system BOM count and enabling predictive thermal management in headlamp ECU designs.

Availability

VN7010AJTR-E is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive LED headlamps, front fog lamps, rear combination lamps, and engine bay auxiliary loads requiring stable component supply across extended vehicle lifecycles.

Supply support for VN7010AJTR-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 AEC-Q100 qualification across product families.

VN7010AJTR-E belongs to ST's VIPower® high-side driver portfolio, engineered specifically for intelligent 12 V automotive lighting and actuator control-emphasizing diagnostic richness, thermal robustness, and system-level integration.

FAQ

What is the maximum allowable PCB copper area for thermal performance in free-air conditions?

Per Figure 45, R_thj-amb improves from 55°C/W (2 cm²) to 35°C/W at 100 cm² copper area on a two-layer board. For production use, ST recommends ≥25 cm² minimum on inner layers with thermal vias to the exposed pad-achieving ≤40°C/W junction-to-ambient in typical headlamp enclosures.

How does the MultiSense pin distinguish between load current, VCC, and chip temperature signals?

SEL0 and SEL1 pins select the internal multiplexer path: 00 = current sense (I_SENSE = 1 mA/A), 01 = VCC sense (I_SENSE = 0.1 mA/V), 10 = TCHIP sense (I_SENSE = 1 µA/°C). Each mode has defined timing (Figures 7–8), requiring external RC filtering to reconstruct analog values.

Can VN7010AJTR-E drive inductive loads like solenoids without external flyback protection?

No-external freewheeling diode or RC snubber is mandatory for inductive loads. The device's demagnetization energy rating is 168 mJ at VCC = 16 V (Section 5), but sustained inductive kickback exceeds internal clamp capability; Figure 35 shows recommended diode placement in series with GND.

Is the FaultRST pin required to be pulled up externally?

Yes-FaultRST is active-low and internally unconnected. Per Table 2, it must be pulled up to VCC via 15 kΩ resistor if not actively driven; leaving it floating risks unintended latch release or erratic fault recovery behavior during ESD events.

VN7010AJTR-E Specifications

Product attributes: Attribute value

Manufacturer:: STMicroelectronics

Package/Case:: 16-PowerLFSOP (0.154", 3.90mm Width)

Series:: VIPower™

Packaging:: Tape & Reel (TR)

Product Status:: Discontinued at Digi-Key

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:: 4V ~ 28V

Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):: Not Required

Current - Output (Max):: 65A

Rds On (Typ):: 10mOhm

Input Type:: Non-Inverting

Features:: Auto Restart, Status Flag

Fault Protection:: Current Limiting (Fixed), Open Load Detect, Over Temperature, Over Voltage, UVLO

Operating Temperature:: -40°C ~ 150°C (TJ)

Grade:: -

Qualification:: -

Mounting Type:: Surface Mount

Supplier Device Package:: PowerSSO-16

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