STMicroelectronics VNS7NV04P-E

Overview

VNS7NV04P-E from STMicroelectronics is a monolithic OMNIFET II fully autoprotected high-side Power MOSFET in SO-8 package, designed for DC to 50 kHz switching in automotive and industrial loads. It features 60 mΩ R_DS(on), 6 A linear current limit, 40 V integrated overvoltage clamp, thermal shutdown at 150–200 °C, and diagnostic feedback via input pin. Used in solenoid drivers, motor control, and lighting modules where robust fault handling is critical.

For engineers reviewing the VNS7NV04P-E datasheet, VNS7NV04P-E pinout, VNS7NV04P-E application, or VNS7NV04P-E equivalent, this page delivers verified electrical specs, protection behavior under inductive switching, thermal derating curves, SO-8 pin-level diagnostic signaling, and validated alternatives for high-side load switching with integrated protection.

Technical Context

The device integrates a VIPower™ M0-3 process Power MOSFET with analog gate access, enabling direct TTL-compatible driving while maintaining linear current limiting independent of input voltage. Its internal clamp activates at 40 V (typ.) to absorb inductive energy without external snubbers.

Thermal shutdown and current limiting are implemented via on-die temperature sensing in the power stage, ensuring fast response (<4 µs step response for current limit) and automatic restart after junction cooling by ≥15 °C. Fault status is signaled by sinking 15 mA (I_gf) into the input pin during overtemperature events.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

SO-8 package (8-pin, surface-mount, exposed drain pad). Pin 1 = INPUT, Pins 2–4 & 6–8 = DRAIN (internally connected), Pin 5 = SOURCE. The exposed drain pad enhances thermal performance and must be soldered to PCB copper pour.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with VNS7NV04P-E, STSPIN32F0A adds MCU functionality but removes integrated power switching and linear current limiting, whereas VND5E025AKTR-E retains full functional equivalence with enhanced current handling - making it a direct upgrade path for higher-power 12 V loads.

Availability

VNS7NV04P-E is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive solenoid control, industrial motor start/stop, LED lighting dimming, and heater element switching requiring stable component supply across production lifecycles.

Supply support for VNS7NV04P-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, specializing in automotive, industrial, and power management ICs with vertical manufacturing and AEC-Q100 qualification expertise.

VNS7NV04P-E belongs to the OMNIFET II family of protected high-side switches, engineered for ruggedized replacement of discrete MOSFETs in harsh automotive and industrial environments with integrated diagnostics and fail-safe operation.

FAQ

What is the maximum continuous drain current for VNS7NV04P-E?

The device features a linear current limit of 6–12 A (typ. 9 A) that actively regulates drain current during overload. Continuous operation at 6 A is thermally sustainable with proper PCB copper area (≥0.5 mm² per DRAIN pin) and ambient ≤85 °C, per SO-8 thermal data in Table 3.

Can VNS7NV04P-E replace a standard discrete MOSFET without circuit changes?

Yes - it is pin-compatible with standard SO-8 N-channel MOSFETs for high-side use, but requires attention to its 100–150 µA input bias current and diagnostic sink capability. No external current sense, TVS, or thermal sensor is needed, simplifying BOM and layout.

How does the diagnostic feedback work during thermal shutdown?

When junction temperature exceeds T_jsh (150–200 °C), the device sinks 15 mA through the INPUT pin. If driven by a low-impedance source (e.g., MCU GPIO with pull-up), this pulls the input voltage low; if driven high-impedance, the pin falls to 0 V - both states indicate fault to the controller.

Is VNS7NV04P-E qualified for automotive applications?

Yes - it is manufactured in ST's AEC-Q100-qualified VIPower™ M0-3 process, supports operating junction temperatures up to 150 °C, and includes ESD ratings (4 kV HBM, 16.5 kV output) aligned with automotive EMC and reliability standards.