STMicroelectronics VND7050AJ-E
- Part No.:
- VND7050AJ-E
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Package:
- 16-PowerLFSOP (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Datasheet:
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VND7050AJ-E.pdf
- Description:
- IC PWR DRVR N-CHAN 1:1 PWRSSO16
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Product details
Overview
VND7050AJ-E from STMicroelectronics is a double-channel automotive smart high-side driver in PowerSSO-16 package, featuring MultiSense analog feedback for load current (±5% accuracy), supply voltage, and chip temperature sensing. It delivers 50 mΩ typical on-resistance per channel, 30 A current limitation, and operates from 4–28 V supply - designed for driving P27W/SAE1156/LED rear lamp loads with integrated diagnostics and fault management.
For engineers reviewing the VND7050AJ-E datasheet, VND7050AJ-E pinout, VND7050AJ-E application, or VND7050AJ-E equivalent, this page provides verified electrical specs, validated diagnostic behavior, real-world thermal resistance data (Rthj-amb = 25 °C/W on 4-layer PCB), and AEC-Q100-compliant protection architecture including configurable latch-off on overtemperature or power limitation.
Technical Context
The VND7050AJ-E integrates two independent VIPower® M0-7 high-side switches with fully decoupled control logic, each supporting CMOS-compatible 3 V/5 V inputs and dedicated FaultRST-driven latch reset. Its MultiSense pin multiplexes three analog signals - proportional load current (IOUT × 1 mA/A), VCC (0.1 V/V), and TCHIP (10 µA/°C) - via SEL0/SEL1 address lines with 1 µs settling time per mode.
Protection functions operate autonomously: undervoltage shutdown triggers at 4 V with 0.3 V hysteresis; overvoltage clamp limits transients to 41–52 V; power limitation actively manages overload by reducing output current during thermal stress; and OFF-state open-load detection uses internal 15 kΩ pull-up to identify disconnected lamps without external components.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Supply range | 4–28 V DC - supports full automotive battery range including cold-crank (4 V) and load-dump (28 V) |
| RON (per channel) | 50 mΩ typ @ 2 A, 25°C - enables <1 W conduction loss at 10 A, critical for thermally constrained lamp modules |
| ILIMH | 30 A typ - sustains brief inrush currents of halogen lamps while limiting energy during short circuits |
| ISTBY | 0.5 µA max @ 13 V, 25°C - allows module-level sleep modes without battery drain in always-on vehicle networks |
| MultiSense accuracy | ±5% load current sense - enables closed-loop brightness control and predictive lamp failure detection |
| AEC-Q100 grade | Grade 0 (−40 to +150°C junction) - qualified for under-hood and headlamp applications requiring extended temperature operation |
| Rthj-amb | 25 °C/W (JEDEC JESD51-7, 4-layer PCB) - defines heatsink requirement for continuous 10 A per channel operation |
Pinout & Package
Package: PowerSSO-16 (exposed die pad, 10.3 × 7.8 mm body, 1.75 mm height), thermally optimized for PCB copper area coupling and automotive vibration resilience.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCC | Battery supply input | Accepts 4–28 V with 40 V transient clamping; reverse-battery protected externally via GND network |
| OUTPUT0, OUTPUT1 | High-side power outputs | Drive grounded resistive/inductive loads; include integrated flyback diode path (VF = 0.7 V @ −2 A) |
| GND | Power ground reference | Must be reverse-battery protected externally; connects to chassis ground via diode/resistor network |
| INPUT0, INPUT1 | CMOS-compatible control inputs | 3 V/5 V logic compatible with hysteresis; drive internal high-side gate directly without level shifters |
| MultiSense | Multiplexed analog diagnostic output | Delivers IOUT, VCC, or TCHIP as proportional current; requires external 10 kΩ sense resistor |
| SEn | Sense enable control | Active-high signal disabling MultiSense during low-power states or enabling shared sense resistor across multiple drivers |
| SEL0, SEL1 | Multiplexer address lines | Select diagnostic mode: 00 = IOUT, 01 = VCC, 10 = TCHIP, 11 = reserved |
| FaultRST | Fault reset / auto-restart control | Active-low; unlatches outputs after overtemperature or overload; held low to enable auto-restart mode |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| MultiSense analog feedback | Single-pin multiplexed sensing of load current (±5%), supply voltage (±2%), and chip temperature (±3°C) - eliminates need for separate ADC channels and external sensors |
| Configurable latch-off | Dedicated FaultRST pin enables either manual fault recovery or auto-restart mode - critical for safety-critical lamp control where persistent faults must be acknowledged before reactivation |
| OFF-state open-load detection | Internal 15 kΩ pull-up identifies disconnected bulbs without external biasing - reduces BOM count and enables plug-and-play lamp replacement diagnostics |
| Reverse battery protection support | Integrated design compatibility with external DGND diode network - meets ISO 16750-2 requirements for 12 V systems with −14 V reverse polarity exposure |
| Ultra-low standby current | 0.5 µA max at 13 V - ensures <1 µA system-level leakage when all channels are off, meeting OEM requirements for parked vehicle battery life |
Applications
| Automotive Signal Lamps | LED Rear Combination Modules |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Driving SAE1156 brake/tail/turn lamps with mixed halogen and LED loads in single housing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual high-side switch managing independent lamp functions with synchronized diagnostics and fault isolation. Use Value: Enables single-chip control of four lamp functions (brake + tail + left turn + right turn) while detecting open filaments and short circuits before thermal damage occurs. |
Use Scenario: Controlling multi-color LED arrays in rear combination lamps with dynamic brightness and color sequencing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-precision current-sensing high-side driver providing real-time IOUT feedback for PWM dimming calibration and thermal derating. Use Value: ±5% current sense accuracy allows closed-loop brightness control across temperature, extending LED lifetime and ensuring regulatory photometric compliance. |
| Under-Hood Engine Bay Loads | Body Control Module (BCM) Outputs |
|
Use Scenario: Switching solenoids, fans, and heaters in engine compartments exposed to −40°C to +150°C ambient. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: AEC-Q100 Grade 0 high-side driver with thermal shutdown and self-limiting fast transients. Use Value: Rthj-amb = 25 °C/W on 4-layer PCB enables 10 A continuous operation without external heatsinks - reducing mechanical complexity in space-constrained locations. |
Use Scenario: Replacing electromechanical relays in central BCMs for door locks, mirrors, and interior lighting. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Smart high-side switch with standby current <0.5 µA and CMOS-compatible inputs for MCU direct drive. Use Value: Eliminates relay coil power (typically 100–200 mW) and contact wear, improving long-term reliability and enabling firmware-based load scheduling. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar dual-channel automotive high-side driver applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| TPS4H160-Q1 | Higher RON (160 mΩ), no analog current sense - uses digital SPI diagnostics only | Lacks MultiSense analog feedback; requires external ADC for current monitoring | Preferred when SPI-based centralized diagnostics and lower cost outweigh need for analog sensing precision |
| BTS7040-2EPP | Single-channel, 40 mΩ RON, includes embedded current sense amplifier (not multiplexed) | Requires two devices for dual-channel function; lacks VCC/TCHIP sensing capability | Chosen when board space permits discrete channel layout and only load current monitoring is required |
Compared with TPS4H160-Q1 and BTS7040-2EPP, the VND7050AJ-E uniquely integrates multiplexed analog sensing of current, supply, and temperature on one pin - reducing system-level component count and enabling predictive maintenance in compact lamp modules without sacrificing AEC-Q100 Grade 0 robustness.
Availability
VND7050AJ-E is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive signal lamps, LED rear combinations, under-hood solenoid control, and body control module outputs requiring stable component supply across production lifecycles.
Supply support for VND7050AJ-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 and AEC-Q100 qualification infrastructure.
The VND7050AJ-E belongs to ST's VIPower® high-side driver product line, engineered specifically for intelligent load switching in 12 V automotive systems - emphasizing diagnostic richness, thermal resilience, and seamless integration with microcontroller-based body electronics.
FAQ
What is the maximum continuous output current per channel?
The VND7050AJ-E supports 10 A continuous output current per channel when mounted on a 4-layer PCB with ≥10 cm² copper area (Rthj-amb = 25 °C/W). At 150°C junction temperature, its current limitation activates at 30 A peak, but sustained operation above 10 A requires active thermal management per the thermal curves in Section 6 of the datasheet.
How does OFF-state open-load detection work without external components?
The device internally applies a 15 kΩ pull-up to each OUTPUT pin during OFF state. When a lamp filament is disconnected, the resulting high impedance causes the output voltage to rise above 11 V - triggering an open-load flag reported via MultiSense. This eliminates external bias resistors while maintaining compatibility with standard lamp sockets and wiring harnesses.
Can MultiSense report load current and chip temperature simultaneously?
No - MultiSense is a time-multiplexed analog output. SEL0 and SEL1 pins select one diagnostic mode at a time: 00 for load current, 01 for VCC, 10 for TCHIP. Each mode settles within 1 µs, allowing rapid sequential sampling (e.g., current → VCC → TCHIP) using a single external ADC channel and minimal MCU GPIO overhead.
Is reverse battery protection built-in or external?
Reverse battery protection is external: the GND pin must be connected through a diode/resistor network (as shown in Figure 35 and Section 4.1 of the datasheet) to withstand −14 V. The IC itself includes ESD protection (4 kV HBM) and negative voltage clamp on VCC, but does not integrate reverse-polarity blocking - consistent with automotive high-side driver safety architecture standards.
VND7050AJ-E Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Package/Case:
- 16-PowerLFSOP (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Series:
- VIPower™
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Discontinued at Digi-Key
- Switch Type:
- General Purpose
- Number of Outputs:
- 2
- 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):
- 21A
- Rds On (Typ):
- 50mOhm
- 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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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The VND7050AJ-E part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for VND7050AJ-E:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
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