VN7010AJTR - 65A High-Side Smart Switch | STMicroelectronics
MPN: VN7010AJTR ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $3.55 | $3.55 |
| 10 | $3.2 | $32.00 |
| 100 | $2.85 | $285.00 |
| 500 | $2.5 | $1,250.00 |
| 1,000 | $2.2 | $2,200.00 |
VN7010AJTR Overview
A high-side driver is a type of power switch that connects a load to the positive supply rail while the low side returns to ground. Smart high-side drivers integrate the power MOSFET, gate driver, protection circuitry, and diagnostic feedback into a single package, replacing discrete relay + fuse + shunt combinations. They belong to the broader category of intelligent power switches (IPS) within the power management IC hierarchy, sitting between simple load drivers and full ECU/microcontroller systems. The VIPower M0-7 process technology combines vertical DMOS power structures with mixed-signal CMOS control logic on the same monolithic die.
Key features include very low standby current, multi-function multiplexed analog feedback (MultiSense) for proportional load current sense, supply voltage feedback, chip temperature sense, and detection of overload, short to ground, short to VCC, and OFF-state open-load conditions. The integrated protection suite includes thermal shutdown, load current limitation, and overvoltage clamping. The wide operating voltage range supports 12 V and 24 V automotive bus systems directly.
The architecture uses a vertical N-channel power MOSFET output stage driven by a charge pump and sophisticated control logic. The current sense multiplexer delivers high-precision proportional load current measurement through a single analog pin, allowing the host MCU to read load current, supply voltage, and junction temperature sequentially. This eliminates external shunt resistors and multiple ADC channels.
Typical applications include automotive headlamps (high and low beam), fog lamps, LED lighting modules, body control modules, and junction box outputs. The MultiSense feedback enables predictive maintenance and fault detection in safety-critical automotive lighting systems. Industrial PLC and process control applications also benefit from the diagnostic features in harsh electrical environments.
When designing with this device, ensure the exposed pad copper area is at least 1 cm² to maintain thermal performance under continuous load. The diagnostic functions require software configuration to fully leverage all MultiSense channels. Designers should review the VIPower M0-7 application notes for PCB layout guidelines including wide copper pours and thermal via arrays.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, AEC-Q100 verified drop-in alternatives, and practical thermal/design notes that complement the manufacturer datasheet.
Drop-in alternatives for VN7010AJTR — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
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VN7020AJTR
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VN7000AJTR
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VN7010AJTR Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Manufacturer | STMicroelectronics |
| MPN | VN7010AJTR |
| Technology | VIPower M0-7 (proprietary ST process) |
| Function | Single-channel smart high-side driver |
| Output Configuration | High-side, 1:1 N-Channel |
| Output Current (Pulsed) | 65 A |
| Logic Input Compatibility | 3 V and 5 V CMOS |
| Standby Current | Very low (per datasheet) |
| Diagnostics | MultiSense analog feedback (load current, supply voltage, Tj, fault flags) |
| Package | PowerSSO-16 (16-PowerLFSOP, 0.154" / 3.90 mm width) |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +150C (junction) |
| Automotive Qualification | AEC-Q100 |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Load Types | Resistive, inductive, capacitive |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
VN7010AJTR Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | VCC — Battery supply voltage input |
| Pin 2 | OUT — Power output to load |
| Pin 3 | GND — Ground reference |
| Pin 4 | IN — Logic input (CMOS-compatible) |
| Pin 5 | MultiSense — Analog/digital diagnostic feedback |
| Pin 6 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 7 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 8 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 9 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 10 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 11 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 12 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 13 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 14 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 15 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 16 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
Safe Operating Area - VN7010AJTR
Typical Applications
VN7010AJTR is suitable for 6 applications: Automotive Headlamps (High/Low Beam), Fog Lamps and Auxiliary Lighting, LED Daytime Running Lamps (DRL), Body Control Module (BCM) Outputs, Junction Box / Power Distribution Modules, Industrial PLC Digital Outputs.
Automotive Headlamps (High/Low Beam)
The VN7010AJTR is purpose-built for automotive headlamp switching, where its 65 A pulsed current capability handles the cold-filament inrush of halogen bulbs or large capacitor banks in LED driver modules. The MultiSense analog feedback delivers proportional load current sense, allowing the BCM ECU to detect bulb-out conditions, filament aging, and short-to-ground faults without external shunt resistors. With AEC-Q100 qualification and -40C to +150C junction temperature range, it operates reliably under-hood where ambient temperatures swing widely. Place the part on at least 1 cm² of copper pour with thermal vias to the inner plane to dissipate continuous-on power dissipation; for PWM-dimmed LED loads the average current is lower than peak current.
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Fog Lamps and Auxiliary Lighting
Fog lamps and auxiliary driving lights benefit from the VN7010AJTR's diagnostic-driven fault detection, which distinguishes between a burned-out bulb, an open circuit, and a wiring short. The high-side configuration eliminates the need for chassis-ground returns at each lamp, simplifying wiring harness design. MultiSense provides chip temperature feedback, enabling thermal de-rating algorithms in the host ECU when lamps are stuck-on in high ambient conditions. The VIPower M0-7 monolithic integration also reduces quiescent draw compared to relay-driven systems, which is critical for dark-current budgets on parked vehicles.
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LED Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
LED DRL modules require precise current regulation and PWM dimming - the VN7010AJTR supports these via its logic-level input compatible with 3 V and 5 V CMOS. The MultiSense current-mirror output can be read by an ADC channel to verify LED current, detecting partial LED failure or thermal fold-back. Compared to discrete MOSFET drivers, the integrated protection suite (thermal shutdown, short-circuit detection, overvoltage clamp) eliminates external protection components. Power dissipation is lower than electromechanical relays, reducing PCB thermal density in compact lamp housings.
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Body Control Module (BCM) Outputs
In a BCM the VN7010AJTR replaces electromechanical relays for resistive and inductive loads (door locks, mirror heaters, seat heaters). Its very low standby current preserves battery life during vehicle parking - critical for EV and start-stop vehicle architectures. The MultiSense output consolidates multiple diagnostic functions into one pin, freeing MCU ADC channels for other sensing tasks. PCB footprint reduction versus relay-based designs allows higher integration density on BCM boards; the same PowerSSO-16 footprint also accepts the lower-current VN7000AJTR for smaller loads.
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Junction Box / Power Distribution Modules
Smart junction boxes use the VN7010AJTR as individually-controlled, self-protected outputs, replacing blade fuses and relay blocks. Each channel's MultiSense feedback enables centralized fault reporting back to the vehicle network (CAN, LIN, CAN-FD), reducing wiring complexity and warranty costs from field fuse failures. The wide 7 V to 28 V operating range tolerates load-dump transients on 24 V commercial-vehicle buses. Integrated current limiting and thermal shutdown protect against sustained overload conditions, eliminating the need for fuse replacement.
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Industrial PLC Digital Outputs
Industrial PLC discrete output modules use the VN7010AJTR to switch 24 V loads with diagnostic feedback to the PLC CPU. The high-side topology simplifies field wiring by sourcing current to loads returned to chassis ground. MultiSense current monitoring detects open-circuit (broken wire) and short-circuit conditions, simplifying IEC 61131-3 fault-handling code. AEC-Q100 qualification provides headroom for industrial temperature swings, and the VIPower M0-7 monolithic die withstands harsh electrical environments with integrated transient protection.
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Engineering reference data for VN7010AJTR — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | VN7020AJTR | VN7000AJTR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Package | PowerSSO-16 | PowerSSO-16 - same | PowerSSO-16 - same |
| Brand | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics |
| Operating Voltage Range | 7 V to 28 V | 7 V to 28 V (typical VIPower M0-7 family) | 7 V to 28 V (typical VIPower M0-7 family) |
| MultiSense Diagnostics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Automotive Qualification | AEC-Q100 | AEC-Q100 | AEC-Q100 |
Key Differentiators
- Highest pulsed current in VIPower M0-7 family (vs VN7020AJTR)
- Lower continuous current than higher-current siblings (vs VN7020AJTR)
- Higher current than entry-level VIPower M0-7 (vs VN7000AJTR)
Design Notes
Per SMC Cloud design guidance, the exposed pad copper area should be no less than 1 cm² to optimize heat dissipation. Thermal via arrays under the exposed pad (typically 6-9 vias of 0.3 mm diameter) significantly reduce junction-to-ambient thermal resistance. Continuous load current must be derated based on measured PCB copper area and ambient temperature.
Wide copper pours on VCC and OUT traces minimize voltage drop and improve thermal performance. Place input bypass capacitors close to VCC and GND pins. MultiSense output should be routed as an analog signal away from switching nodes to avoid coupling. ST VIPower M0-7 application notes recommend 4-layer PCB with dedicated ground plane for best EMI performance.
Do not operate without proper MultiSense pin configuration - leaving it floating can cause undefined analog readings. Ensure IN pin has defined logic level (do not leave floating); pull-up or pull-down resistors may be required depending on MCU interface. Load inductance exceeding [DATA_NEEDED] requires external freewheeling diode consideration per datasheet.
Compliance Information
AEC-Q100 qualified for automotive applications. RoHS compliant per ST product page. Conflict minerals statement available from ST.
