MC33XS2410EL - Quad 100mOhm 60V High-Side Switch | NXP
MPN: MC33XS2410EL ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $8.45 | $8.45 |
| 10 | $8.03 | $80.30 |
| 100 | $7.6 | $760.00 |
| 500 | $7.22 | $3,610.00 |
| 1,000 | $6.86 | $6,860.00 |
MC33XS2410EL Overview
A high-side switch is a power distribution device placed between a supply rail and a load, switching the positive side of the circuit. Within the power management hierarchy, high-side switches sit under power distribution switches and load drivers, which in turn belong to power management ICs (PMICs). Self-protected smart high-side switches integrate MOSFET power stages with protection and diagnostic functions that would otherwise require discrete MOSFETs, gate drivers, current-sense amplifiers, and supervisory circuitry.
Key features of the MC33XS2410EL include four N-channel high-side outputs with 100 mOhm on-resistance, a wide 3.0 V to 60 V supply range that tolerates automotive load-dump transients, an embedded 12-bit ADC for current and voltage monitoring, and SPI-based digital control and diagnostics. Per DigiKey, the device is characterized as a 1:4 N-channel power switch/driver rated at 3.6 A, while Newark lists the family as quad high-side up to 5 A and 60 V depending on configuration.
Technically, the high level of integration drastically simplifies hardware design: the embedded 12-bit analog-to-digital converter enables MCU software control of load current diagnostics, output voltage feedback, and fault detection (open load, short circuit, overtemperature) without external sense circuitry. The device has been qualified to appropriate automotive standards per NXP, making it suitable for body control modules and ECU load driving.
Typical applications include automotive body control modules driving lamps, relays, and resistive loads; industrial power distribution with remote diagnostics; and ECU-adjacent load management where SPI configurability and ADC-based condition monitoring reduce wiring harness complexity.
A key design consideration is thermal management: at 3.6 A through 100 mOhm each channel dissipates roughly 1.3 W, so the HTSSOP-28 exposed-pad package requires adequate PCB copper under the thermal pad. Note that NXP lists this product as NRND (Not Recommended for New Designs).
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View Datasheet →MC33XS2410EL Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Topology | Quad (4-channel) high-side switch |
| Number of Channels | 4 |
| On-Resistance (RDS(on)) | 100 mOhm per channel |
| Operating Supply Voltage | 3.0 V to 60 V |
| Rated Output Current | 3.6 A (DigiKey listing); up to 5 A per Newark family listing |
| Control Interface | SPI with parallel-mode option |
| Integrated ADC | 12-bit analog-to-digital converter |
| Protection Features | Self-protected (overtemperature, short circuit, open load diagnostics) |
| Package | 28-HTSSOP (TSSOP-28) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Output Type | N-Channel high-side |
| Automotive Qualification | Qualified to appropriate automotive standards (per NXP) |
| Lifecycle Status | NRND (Not Recommended for New Designs) |
MC33XS2410EL 28-htssop (tssop-28) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for MC33XS2410EL (28-htssop (tssop-28) package). This power device features gate, drain, and source terminals. For non-polarized packages, refer to the manufacturer datasheet for exact pin 1 orientation and footprint details. Common applications include power supply design, motor driving, and load switching.
No detailed pinout data available for MC33XS2410EL.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
MC33XS2410EL is suitable for 6 applications: Automotive Body Control Module Load Driving, Industrial 24V Power Distribution, ECU Relay and Solenoid Control, LED Lighting Rails and Lamp Drivers, Board-Level Diagnostics and Telemetry Systems, Heavy-Duty 24V Truck and Off-Highway Systems.
Automotive Body Control Module Load Driving
The MC33XS2410EL fits body control modules (BCMs) because it combines four 100 mOhm high-side channels, a 3.0 V to 60 V supply range tolerant of automotive transients, and NXP automotive qualification in one 28-pin HTSSOP. Each channel drives lamps, relays, solenoids, or resistive loads at up to 3.6 A (per DigiKey) while the embedded 12-bit ADC reports load current and fault status over SPI, letting a single MCU diagnose open loads and short circuits across all four channels without external sense circuitry. Placed between the fused battery rail and the loads, the device integrates overtemperature and short-circuit protection that would otherwise occupy a dozen discrete parts. The trade-off is conduction loss of about 1.3 W per full-load channel, requiring exposed-pad copper pour in the BCM PCB.
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Industrial 24V Power Distribution
In 24 V industrial panels, the MC33XS2410EL's 3.0 V to 60 V operating range covers nominal 24 V rails with transient headroom, while four independently SPI-controlled channels consolidate distribution of relays, indicators, and actuators. The integrated 12-bit ADC provides per-channel current telemetry that supports predictive maintenance and load-failure detection in factory automation, replacing multi-channel discrete MOSFET plus shunt-resistor designs. DigiKey's 3.6 A rating per channel covers typical industrial auxiliary loads, and the self-protected architecture responds to overloads faster than software-only supervision. Designers must budget for roughly 1.3 W of conduction loss per saturated channel at full load and provide exposed-pad thermal relief. As the part is NRND, industrial platforms should confirm long-term supply or pre-qualify a successor before release.
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ECU Relay and Solenoid Control
Engine control units and transmission controllers use the MC33XS2410EL to drive relays and low-side-triggered solenoids from the positive rail with full diagnostics. SPI configurability allows the MCU to set channel behavior (parallel mode combining channels for higher current, per the dual 50 mOhm configuration noted in the NXP datasheet title) and read back current through the 12-bit ADC for plausibility checks mandated in safety-relevant functions. The 60 V rating absorbs inductive kick from solenoid de-energization when combined with proper freewheel clamping. Compared with discrete N-channel MOSFET arrays, the smart switch reduces wiring, qualification effort, and fault-handling software. Thermal design must account for simultaneous multi-channel solenoid inrush, and the HTSSOP exposed pad must be soldered to a generous ground plane.
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LED Lighting Rails and Lamp Drivers
Exterior and interior vehicle lighting loads - incandescent bulbs, LED strings with resistive ballast, and illumination rails - are well served by the MC33XS2410EL's four 100 mOhm channels and integrated diagnostics. The 12-bit ADC detects LED open-circuit or bulb-failure conditions via load current signature, supporting telltale monitoring requirements, while self-protection handles shorted lamp sockets without external fuses per channel. The 3.0 V to 60 V range covers cold cranking down to 3 V and load dump to 60 V, keeping lamps lit through transients. Channel parallel configuration allows higher-current lamp branches. Because conduction loss at multi-amp lamp loads reaches roughly 1.3 W per channel, PCB copper area under the HTSSOP exposed pad determines sustained output; NXP automotive qualification eases lighting module approval.
Recommended
Board-Level Diagnostics and Telemetry Systems
Monitoring-centric systems - telematics units, edge controllers, and test fixtures - exploit the MC33XS2410EL's embedded 12-bit ADC and SPI reporting to stream per-channel voltage and current data to the host MCU, per the NXP description stating the converter 'enables a drastically simplified hardware design and MCU software control.' Four switchable, metered power channels in one 28-pin HTSSOP let a single controller power-cycle remote sensors or radios under software control while logging consumption, which is valuable in battery-backed telematics where every milliamp is tracked. The 3.0 V minimum supply suits wide-range logic rails, and self-protection prevents a single shorted peripheral from disabling the node. Designers should poll the SPI diagnostic registers within the datasheet-specified timing to catch transient faults.
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Heavy-Duty 24V Truck and Off-Highway Systems
Commercial vehicle and off-highway electronics benefit from the MC33XS2410EL's 60 V absolute operating ceiling, which covers 24 V nominal systems with jump-start and transient margins, and NXP automotive qualification referenced on the product page. Four channels drive cab heaters, wiper relays, work lights, and valve solenoids at up to 3.6 A each (Newark cites up to 5 A depending on family configuration), while the 12-bit ADC provides load-status feedback used for ISO-style load diagnosis. The self-protected architecture withstands wiring-harness faults common in harsh environments. At 24 V with 100 mOhm channels, conduction losses of roughly 1.3 W per full channel demand deliberate thermal PCB design. Given the NRND status, fleet-platform teams should secure a lifetime-buy or qualify NXP's recommended successor.
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Engineering reference data for MC33XS2410EL — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MC33XS2410EK | BTS724GXUMA1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 28-HTSSOP (TSSOP-28) | 28-HTSSOP - same | PG-DSO-28 (HTSSOP-class body) - footprint must be re-verified |
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | Infineon |
| Channels | 4 high-side | 4 high-side | 4 high-side |
| On-Resistance | 100 mOhm per channel | 100 mOhm per channel | approx. 70 mOhm per channel (12 V family) |
| Operating Voltage | 3.0 V to 60 V | 3.0 V to 60 V | approx. 5.5 V to 40 V (12 V automotive class) |
| Control Interface | SPI + parallel mode | SPI + parallel mode | SPI (Infineon command set, differs) |
| Integrated ADC | Yes, 12-bit | Yes, 12-bit | No (current-sense diagnosis output instead) |
Key Differentiators
- Embedded 12-bit ADC for per-channel diagnostics (vs BTS724GXUMA1)
- 60 V operating ceiling for 24 V systems (vs BTS724GXUMA1)
- NRND lifecycle risk (vs BTS724GXUMA1)
Design Notes
Estimated: each channel conducting 3.6 A through 100 mOhm dissipates I^2R = 1.30 W, so four simultaneous full-load channels produce roughly 5.2 W total. Use the datasheet theta_JA for the HTSSOP-28 exposed pad with your PCB stackup; without a solid ground pour and thermal via array under the pad, junction temperature will exceed limits at continuous multi-channel load. For channels used in parallel (dual 50 mOhm configuration), recalculate losses at the combined current and verify copper area accordingly.
Solder the HTSSOP-28 exposed pad to a minimum 2x2 inch ground pour with a 5x5 array of thermal vias (0.3 mm drill, filled or tented) to spread heat into inner layers. Keep SPI traces (CS, SCLK, SI, SO) short and away from the high-current output traces to prevent switching transients from corrupting diagnostic communication. Place the VCC decoupling capacitor within 5 mm of the pin per the NXP datasheet layout guidance.
The MC33XS2410EL is NRND per NXP - do not release new designs without confirming successor availability or a lifetime-buy strategy. Inductive loads (solenoids, relays) require the freewheel clamping scheme specified in the NXP datasheet to respect the 60 V limit during turn-off. When configuring channels in parallel for higher current, follow the SPI sequencing requirements in the datasheet register map; improper mode changes can leave channels half-enabled and cause asymmetric current sharing.
Compliance Information
NXP product page states the MC33XS2410 'has been qualified to the appropriate automotive' standards. RoHS/REACH/lead-free status per NXP product page environmental section was not captured in retrieved data.
