STMicroelectronics VNV20N07TR-E

Overview

VNV20N07TR-E from STMicroelectronics is a fully autoprotected N-channel Power MOSFET in the OMNIFET family, designed as a rugged, intelligent high-side switch for DC–50 kHz inductive load control. It features 70 V drain-source clamp voltage, 0.05 Ω R_DS(on) at V_IN = 10 V, 20 A current limit, integrated thermal shutdown, and diagnostic feedback via the input pin - deployed in automotive body electronics, industrial motor drivers, and solenoid control modules.

For engineers reviewing the VNV20N07TR-E datasheet, VNV20N07TR-E pinout, VNV20N07TR-E application, or VNV20N07TR-E equivalent, this page delivers verified electrical specs, validated protection behavior, real-world switching timing under 10 Ω/1 kΩ gate drive, fault detection methodology, and direct alternatives with documented I_lim and thermal reset differences.

Technical Context

This device integrates a power MOSFET with monolithic linear current limiting, overvoltage clamping (V_CLAMP = 70 V), and junction-temperature sensing that triggers shutdown at ≥150 °C and auto-restarts at ≤135 °C. Its input pin directly drives the internal gate but also sinks up to 50 mA fault current during overtemperature events.

Switching performance is characterized with 10 Ω and 1 kΩ gate resistors: turn-on delay ranges from 90 ns to 1.2 µs, rise time from 240 ns to 2.2 µs, and fall time from 150 ns to 5.5 µs. The device supports analog driving and TTL-level compatibility, with 60 nC total input charge at V_DD = 12 V, I_D = 10 A.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: PowerSO-10 (surface-mount, exposed drain tab). Thermal resistance R_thj-case = 1.5 °C/W, enabling 34 W dissipation at T_c = 25 °C.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with STSPIN840 and VND5E025AKTR-E, VNV20N07TR-E uniquely combines 70 V clamp, 20 A linear current limit, and diagnostic feedback in a single PowerSO-10 package - making it the only option among the three qualified for 24 V solenoid, motor starter, and heater control without supplemental protection.

Availability

VNV20N07TR-E is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body electronics, industrial solenoid drivers, and DC motor starter circuits requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and guaranteed traceable sourcing.

Supply support for VNV20N07TR-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 power management, automotive ICs, and industrial microcontrollers.

VNV20N07TR-E belongs to the OMNIFET family - engineered specifically for replacing standard MOSFETs in harsh-environment DC–50 kHz switching applications with built-in protection and diagnostic capability.

FAQ

What is the maximum safe operating frequency for VNV20N07TR-E?

VNV20N07TR-E is rated for DC to 50 kHz operation per ST's official specification. At 50 kHz with 10 Ω gate drive, measured switching times (td(on) = 90 ns, tr = 240 ns, td(off) = 430 ns, tf = 150 ns) ensure <1% duty-cycle overhead, preserving thermal margin in continuous PWM use cases like motor speed control.

How does the diagnostic feedback work during overtemperature fault?

During overtemperature fault, the internal protection circuit disconnects the INPUT pin from the gate and connects it to ground through a 100 Ω resistor. This pulls the input voltage to ≤0.5 V when driven by a typical 10 kΩ pull-up, enabling immediate GPIO-level detection without additional components or ADC sampling.

Can VNV20N07TR-E be used in high-side configuration with floating ground?

No - VNV20N07TR-E requires its SOURCE pins to be tied to system ground or a known reference potential. The internal current sense, thermal sensor, and diagnostic circuitry all reference SOURCE; floating ground violates bias conditions and disables protection functions.

What is the recommended PCB layout for thermal performance?

For optimal thermal performance, connect the exposed DRAIN tab to a minimum 400 mm² copper pour with ≥4 thermal vias (0.3 mm diameter, 0.6 mm pitch) to an internal ground plane. Keep INPUT and SOURCE traces short and separated from high-dI/dt paths to prevent coupling into the diagnostic feedback node.