STMicroelectronics VN9016AJTR
- Part No.:
- VN9016AJTR
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Package:
- 16-PowerLFSOP (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
VN9016AJTR.pdf
- Description:
- AUTOMOTIVE ANALOG AND POWER
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Product details
Overview
VN9016AJTR from STMicroelectronics is a single-channel automotive smart high-side driver in PowerSSO-16 package, designed for 12 V grounded loads with CMOS-compatible 3 V/5 V control. It delivers 16 mΩ on-state resistance, 50.6 A current limitation (typ.), and <0.5 µA standby current, enabling deep cold-cranking operation per LV124 Rev 2013 in ADAS radar and sensor power supply applications.
For engineers reviewing the VN9016AJTR datasheet, VN9016AJTR pinout, VN9016AJTR application, or VN9016AJTR equivalent, this page provides verified technical context, diagnostic multiplexing behavior, thermal latch-off configuration, reverse-battery protection implementation, and real-world load-current sensing accuracy across temperature and voltage ranges.
Technical Context
The device integrates VIPower M0-9 technology to combine power MOSFET switching with analog current-sense feedback, undervoltage/overvoltage clamping, and dynamic thermal transient limiting. Its fault management relies on ΔTJ-based power limitation (not just TJ threshold) and configurable latch-off via active-low FaultRST pin.
Diagnostic functionality centers on the CS pin: a multiplexed analog output delivering proportional load current (K = 8390 ±7% at 3.7 A), chip temperature sense, supply voltage feedback, and discrete fault states (open-load, short-to-VCC, short-to-ground) - all enabled by SEn and decoded via external resistor network.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCC Range | 4–28 V operating; supports deep cold cranking down to 2.7 V undervoltage shutdown reset. |
| RON | 16 mΩ typ. at 3.7 A, 25 °C; rises to 35.2 mΩ at 150 °C - directly impacts conduction loss in high-current loads. |
| ILIMH | 50.6 A typ. DC short-circuit current limit at 16 V, -40 °C; enables robust overload handling without external fusing. |
| ISTBY | 0.5 µA max. at 13 V, 25 °C - ensures ultra-low quiescent draw critical for always-on automotive modules. |
| CS Accuracy | ±7% current sense ratio (K) at 3.7 A; ±10% drift over -40 to 150 °C - enables reliable closed-loop load monitoring. |
| tD_Restart | 50–75 ms latch-OFF delay before auto-restart - prevents rapid cycling during persistent faults while allowing recovery after transient events. |
| TTSD | 150–210 °C thermal shutdown trigger - protects against sustained overtemperature with 7 °C hysteresis (TRS = 135 °C). |
Pinout & Package
Package: PowerSSO-16 (exposed thermal pad connected to VCC). Surface-mount package optimized for high-power dissipation in automotive under-hood environments.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCC | Battery supply input | Primary power rail; connects to exposed thermal tab; supports clamp up to 36 V and reverse-battery tolerance via internal diode path. |
| GND | Ground reference | Must be externally reverse-battery protected; serves as return for logic and power stages. |
| INPUT0 | CMOS-compatible enable input | Hysteresis-enabled (0.2 V), 3 V/5 V compatible; controls channel ON/OFF state with low leakage (<1 µA). |
| OUTPUT0 | High-side power output | Drives grounded loads; features integrated clamp diode (VF = 0.7 V at -3.7 A, 150 °C) and fast turn-on/off (10–120 µs). |
| CS | Multiplexed analog sense output | Delivers ISENSE ∝ IOUT (K ≈ 8390); also encodes VCC, die temperature, and fault status based on SEn timing and external RSENSE. |
| SEn | Sense enable control | Active-high CMOS input; enables CS output; must be pulled to 5 V for diagnostics; floating not allowed. |
| FaultRST | Fault reset/latch control | Active-low; sets auto-restart (pulled low) or latch-off (pulled high); unlatches output in <20 µs. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Extreme low-voltage operation | Functional down to 2.7 V VCC (LV124-compliant), enabling reliable start-stop and cold-crank performance. |
| Integrated reverse-battery protection | Self-turn-on prevention via internal architecture; no external diode required on VCC line - reduces BOM count and footprint. |
| Multiplexed analog diagnostics | Single CS pin delivers load current, supply voltage, junction temperature, and 4 fault types - cuts wiring and ADC channel requirements. |
| Configurable thermal response | FaultRST pin selects between auto-restart (transient overload recovery) or latch-off (persistent fault isolation) modes. |
| AEC-Q100 qualified | Grade 0 (-40 to +150 °C), qualified per stress test standard - validated for engine bay and ADAS ECU deployment. |
Applications
| Radar Module Power Supply | ADAS Camera Sensor Protection |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Providing protected 12 V supply to 77 GHz radar transceivers in front bumper modules. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side switch with current-sense feedback and thermal foldback, ensuring stable power during EMI-rich RF transmission bursts. Use Value: Prevents system-level shutdown during radar pulse-induced thermal transients via ΔTJ-based power limitation instead of fixed TJ shutdown. |
Use Scenario: Driving image sensor power rails in surround-view camera ECUs exposed to wide ambient temperature swings. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Smart load switch with OFF-state open-load detection and short-to-VCC immunity - critical for verifying sensor cable integrity pre-boot. Use Value: Enables automated cable health check at startup using CS pin voltage thresholds, eliminating need for external test circuitry. |
| Engine Control Unit (ECU) Actuator Driver | Body Control Module (BCM) Lighting Load |
|
Use Scenario: Controlling fuel injector solenoids and idle air control valves in gasoline direct injection systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-current (up to 50.6 A) high-side driver with fast turn-off dV/dt control (0.2–0.9 V/µs) to suppress inductive kickback. Use Value: Integrated VDEMAG clamp (VCC − 36 V) eliminates need for external TVS, reducing layout complexity and cost in space-constrained ECUs. |
Use Scenario: Switching LED headlamp modules with PWM dimming and open-wire fault detection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Current-limited high-side driver with analog load-current reporting for real-time LED current regulation and thermal derating. Use Value: Enables closed-loop brightness control using CS feedback, maintaining consistent lumen output across battery voltage variation (4–28 V). |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-side driver with analog current sense applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| INFINEON BTS7004-1EPP | 4-channel, 14 mΩ RON, no multiplexed CS - separate pins for current sense and fault flags. | Lacks integrated VCC/temperature sensing on CS; requires more PCB routing and MCU GPIOs. | Preferred when multi-channel consolidation outweighs diagnostic richness and board space is constrained. |
| NXP MC33883A | Single-channel, 25 mΩ RON, 30 A ILIM, analog current sense but no thermal hysteresis or latch-off configuration. | No FaultRST-controlled mode selection; fixed auto-restart only - less flexible for safety-critical latch requirements. | Selected where simpler fault behavior suffices and lower RON is not required for thermal budget. |
Compared with BTS7004-1EPP and MC33883A, VN9016AJTR offers superior diagnostic integration (single-pin multiplexing), deeper cold-crank capability (2.7 V), and user-configurable fault response - making it optimal for next-gen ADAS power domains demanding both intelligence and resilience.
Availability
VN9016AJTR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive radar modules, ADAS camera sensors, engine control actuators, and body control lighting systems requiring stable component supply across extended temperature and voltage ranges.
Supply support for VN9016AJTR 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 broad manufacturing and qualification expertise.
VN9016AJTR belongs to ST's VIPower™ smart power family, engineered specifically for AEC-Q100-compliant high-side driving in harsh automotive environments - emphasizing protection, diagnostics, and low-voltage robustness.
FAQ
What is the function of the CS pin and how is it used in practice?
The CS pin is a multiplexed analog output delivering load current (IOUT/K), supply voltage (VCC), and junction temperature - plus fault states like open-load or short-to-VCC. In practice, an external 0.7–10 kΩ pull-down resistor converts ISENSE to measurable voltage; timing of SEn pulses selects the sensed parameter, enabling full diagnostics with one ADC channel and minimal external components.
How does the FaultRST pin affect thermal fault behavior?
FaultRST configures the device's response to thermal overload: when held low, it enables auto-restart mode (output cycles on/off with thermal hysteresis); when held high, it forces latch-off (output stays off until manually reset). This dual-mode behavior is implemented internally - no software or external timer needed - and resets occur within 20 µs of FaultRST transition.
Can VN9016AJTR drive inductive loads without external flyback protection?
Yes - VN9016AJTR integrates a VDEMAG clamp that limits turn-off voltage to VCC − 36 V (min) during inductive energy release. This eliminates the need for external TVS diodes in most 12 V automotive inductive applications (e.g., solenoids, relays), provided layout minimizes parasitic inductance and thermal design accommodates WOFF losses (0.25–0.55 mJ).
Is reverse-battery protection fully integrated, or does it require external components?
Reverse-battery protection is architecturally integrated: the device prevents self-turn-on during reverse polarity via internal gate control, and GND must be externally protected (e.g., with series diode/resistor network) per datasheet guidance. No external reverse-polarity MOSFET or diode on the VCC line is required - reducing bill-of-materials and improving reliability in compact modules.
VN9016AJTR Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Package/Case:
- 16-PowerLFSOP (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Series:
- -
- 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:
- Logic
- Voltage - Load:
- -
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 4V ~ 28V
- Current - Output (Max):
- 50.6A
- Rds On (Typ):
- 16mOhm
- Input Type:
- Non-Inverting
- Features:
- Latch Function, Status Flag
- Fault Protection:
- Current Limiting (Adjustable), Open Load Detect, Over Load, Over Temperature, Over Voltage, Reverse Battery, Short Circuit, UVLO
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 150°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q100
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- PowerSSO-16
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