STMicroelectronics VNQ830E
- Part No.:
- VNQ830E
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Package:
- 28-SOIC (0.295", 7.50mm Width)
- Datasheet:
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VNQ830E.pdf
- Description:
- IC PWR DRIVER N-CHANNEL 1:1 28SO
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Product details
Overview
VNQ830E from STMicroelectronics is a quad-channel high-side driver IC fabricated in VIPower M0-3 technology, designed for automotive and industrial load switching with ground-referenced loads. It integrates two VND830-E dies in a single SO-28 double-island package, delivering 6 A per channel, 60 mΩ RDS(on), and 36 V VCC rating. Key protections include on/off-state open-load detection, short-to-VCC fault recognition, thermal shutdown with 150 °C trip point, reverse battery protection, and ISO 7637-2 transient immunity.
For engineers reviewing the VNQ830E datasheet, VNQ830E pinout, VNQ830E application, or VNQ830E equivalent, this device is selected for robust 12 V/24 V automotive body control modules (BCM), smart junction boxes, and industrial PLC output stages requiring diagnostic feedback, fail-safe operation, and high-current drive without external current-sensing components.
Technical Context
The VNQ830E implements four independent high-side switches with CMOS-compatible inputs and open-drain status outputs per channel. Each channel features active current limiting (6–15 A), undervoltage (4 V typ.) and overvoltage (36 V) shutdown, loss-of-ground detection, and dual-mode open-load sensing-using internal comparators to detect >100 mA load current in ON state and >1.5 V floating output voltage in OFF state with external pull-up.
Its SO-28 double-island package thermally isolates two dual-channel islands, enabling independent thermal management: each island supports 6.25 W power dissipation at Tlead = 25 °C, with Rthj-amb of 44 °C/W (one channel ON, 6 cm² copper) and 31 °C/W (two channels ON, same condition). The integrated VCC clamp handles ISO 7637 Pulse 1 (−100 V), Pulse 2a (+100 V), and Pulse 5a (+86.5 V) transients.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCC Range | 5.5 V to 36 V DC - supports full automotive battery range including cold-crank (5.5 V) and load-dump (36 V) conditions |
| RDS(on) | 60 mΩ max @ IOUT = 2 A, Tj = 25 °C - enables <1.5 W conduction loss per channel at 6 A |
| IOUT Continuous | 6 A per channel - rated for sustained current in BCM headlight or pump drivers |
| Open-Load Detection | ON state: 50–200 mA threshold; OFF state: 1.5–3.5 V threshold - enables diagnostics without external sense resistors |
| Thermal Shutdown | 150 °C trip, 135 °C reset with 15 °C hysteresis - prevents latch-up during overload and allows automatic recovery |
| Status Output | Open-drain, 1.6 mA sink capability, 0.5 V low-level - directly interfaces with 3.3 V/5 V microcontroller GPIOs |
| ISO 7637-2 Immunity | Pulse 1 to 5 validated - eliminates need for external TVS on VCC in standard automotive designs |
Pinout & Package
Package: SO-28 double-island (SO-28DI), 18.1 mm × 10.65 mm × 2.65 mm body, 1.27 mm pitch, 0.4–1.27 mm lead length, RoHS-compliant.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1, 14, 15, 28 | VCC1,2 / VCC3,4 | Power supply pins for two independent islands - must be decoupled locally; shared VCC routing allowed only within same island |
| 2–5, 16–19 | INPUT1–4 | CMOS-compatible digital inputs - accept 1.25 V low / 3.25 V high; 0.5 V hysteresis prevents noise-induced toggling |
| 6–9, 20–23 | OUTPUT1–4 | High-side switched outputs - connect to load anode; support inductive demagnetization via internal clamp |
| 10–13, 24–27 | STATUS1–4 | Open-drain diagnostic outputs - pulled low during overload, overtemperature, undervoltage, or open-load events |
| 11, 12, 25, 26 | GND1,2 / GND3,4 | Island-specific ground returns - mandatory separation between islands to maintain thermal independence and fault isolation |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated reverse battery protection | Withstands −0.3 V VCC and −200 mA reverse ground current - eliminates need for external series diode in battery feed |
| Dual-mode open-load detection | Active in both ON (current-based) and OFF (voltage-based) states - enables full-cycle diagnostics without external circuitry |
| Loss-of-ground fault detection | Automatic shutdown if GND pin disconnects - prevents uncontrolled output turn-on and system-level safety hazard |
| Low standby current | 12 µA typical per island - meets automotive "off" current budgets (<100 µA) when inputs held low |
| VCC transient clamping | Clamps ISO 7637 Pulse 1 (−100 V) and Pulse 5a (+86.5 V) - reduces external protection component count by ≥3 devices |
Applications
| Automotive Body Control Module (BCM) | Industrial PLC Output Stage |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Driving headlights, fog lamps, and interior lighting in modern vehicle BCMs with centralized diagnostics. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-side switch providing controlled 12 V/24 V power delivery with real-time status reporting to MCU via open-drain STATUS pins. Use Value: Eliminates discrete FET + driver + sense + protection circuits; reduces BOM count by ≥7 components while enabling ASIL-B–compatible diagnostics. | Use Scenario: Controlling solenoid valves, relays, and small motors in factory automation I/O modules. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Fault-tolerant output driver with built-in short-circuit and open-load detection, interfacing directly with 24 VDC control logic. Use Value: Enables predictive maintenance via continuous load health monitoring - reduces unplanned downtime by flagging failing actuators before complete failure. |
| Smart Junction Box | Electric Power Steering (EPS) Auxiliary Load Control |
Use Scenario: Replacing mechanical fuses and relays in next-gen vehicle junction boxes with software-configurable power distribution. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Quad-channel programmable load switch with thermal derating and current limiting per channel. Use Value: Supports dynamic load prioritization and energy management - e.g., shedding non-critical loads during cranking to preserve EPS functionality. | Use Scenario: Managing auxiliary EPS subsystems such as cooling fans, heater elements, or sensor bias supplies. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Safety-monitored high-side driver with loss-of-ground detection and fast thermal response (20 µs status delay). Use Value: Meets ISO 26262 functional safety requirements for QM-level auxiliary functions - provides diagnostic coverage for single-point faults in power path. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-side driver applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| STSPIN250 | Single-channel, 5 A, 45 V, integrated current sense and PWM control - lacks open-load OFF-state detection and double-island thermal separation | Targeted at motor gate drivers, not multi-load switching - requires external logic for quad-channel coordination | Choose for brushed DC motor control where current regulation and PWM are needed; avoid for BCM-style discrete load switching. |
| TPS27082L | Quad-channel, 3.6 A, 36 V, no integrated open-load OFF detection or reverse battery protection - relies on external components for those functions | Designed for space-constrained consumer electronics - lacks ISO 7637-2 validation and automotive qualification | Consider only for non-automotive industrial use with simplified protection requirements and lower current demand. |
Compared with STSPIN250 and TPS27082L, the VNQ830E uniquely delivers quad-channel integration with full automotive-grade diagnostics (ON/OFF open-load, loss-of-ground, reverse battery), double-island thermal resilience, and ISO 7637-2 compliance - making it the sole option for ASIL-QM body control modules requiring zero external protection components.
Availability
VNQ830E is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body control modules, industrial PLC output stages, smart junction boxes, and electric power steering auxiliary load control requiring stable component supply across extended temperature and lifecycle demands.
Supply support for VNQ830E 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 expertise.
The VNQ830E belongs to ST's VIPower family of intelligent power switches, engineered specifically for automotive body electronics demanding high reliability, integrated diagnostics, and robustness against harsh electrical environments.
FAQ
What is the maximum continuous output current per channel?
The VNQ830E supports 6 A continuous output current per channel under specified thermal conditions: Tlead = 25 °C, 6 cm² PCB copper per island, horizontal mounting. Derating applies above 25 °C ambient - at 100 °C ambient, max current drops to ~3.5 A due to thermal limits and 150 °C junction shutdown threshold.
How does off-state open-load detection work, and what external components are required?
Off-state open-load detection requires an external pull-up resistor (RPU) between OUTPUT and a positive supply (e.g., +5 V). When the load is disconnected, the output floats above 1.5 V, triggering STATUS low. RPU must satisfy: RPU < (VPU – 3.5 V) / |IL(off2)| and RPU > VPU·RL / (VOLmin – RL), where IL(off2) ≤ 75 µA and VOLmin = 1.5 V per datasheet Table 10.
Does the VNQ830E require external flyback diodes for inductive loads?
No external flyback diode is required. The VNQ830E integrates internal demagnetization clamps that limit VOUT to VCC – 41 V during turn-off (Table 7), safely dissipating energy from inductive loads like solenoids and relays. This eliminates board space and cost for discrete clamp diodes while maintaining consistent turn-off timing.
Can unused INPUT and STATUS pins be left floating?
Unused INPUT pins may be left unconnected per datasheet Figure 3 note, but STATUS pins must not float - they are open-drain and require external pull-up resistors (typically 4.7 kΩ to 10 kΩ) to a valid logic supply to ensure defined high-state behavior during normal operation and fault reporting.
VNQ830E Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Package/Case:
- 28-SOIC (0.295", 7.50mm Width)
- Series:
- VIPower™
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Switch Type:
- General Purpose
- Number of Outputs:
- 4
- Ratio - Input:Output:
- 1:1
- Output Configuration:
- High Side
- Output Type:
- N-Channel
- Interface:
- On/Off
- Voltage - Load:
- 5.5V ~ 36V
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- Not Required
- Current - Output (Max):
- 6A
- Rds On (Typ):
- 65mOhm (Max)
- Input Type:
- Non-Inverting
- Features:
- Auto Restart, Status Flag
- 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:
- 28-SO
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of VNQ830E?
All VNQ830E units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with VNQ830E, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
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 VNQ830E part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for VNQ830E:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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