VND5E160AJTR-E - 7A High-Side Driver, VIPower M0-5, PowerSSO-12 | ST
MPN: VND5E160AJTR-E ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1.95 | $1.95 |
| 10 | $1.75 | $17.50 |
| 100 | $1.55 | $155.00 |
| 500 | $1.36 | $680.00 |
| 1,000 | $1.18 | $1,180.00 |
VND5E160AJTR-E Overview
What is a high-side driver? A high-side driver is a type of smart power switch that sits between the battery/positive supply rail and the load, replacing discrete MOSFETs, fuses, and relay combinations. It belongs to the broader family of power switches / intelligent power switches (IPS) within the power management IC category, providing load protection, current sensing, and fault feedback to the microcontroller.
Key features include 7 A continuous drain current (I_Load), 28 V operating supply range (V_CC), an integrated analog current-sense output (I_SENSE pin) proportional to load current, and built-in protections for load-dump, reverse-battery, over-temperature, short-circuit, and over-current conditions. The 3 V / 5 V CMOS-compatible input enables direct connection to modern microcontrollers without level shifters, simplifying the BOM in body and chassis control modules.
The VIPower M0-5 process combines a vertical N-channel power MOSFET with analog and digital control blocks on the same die, enabling accurate current sensing (typically K_ILIS sense ratio) and robust switching. An exposed-pad PowerSSO-12 layout provides a low thermal resistance path (~5 °C/W junction-to-tab) for dissipating the I²R losses of 12 V automotive switching.
Typical applications include automotive body modules for resistive and inductive loads such as lamps, LED arrays, motors, solenoids, and heaters, as well as industrial 24 V systems where reverse-battery and load-dump protection are required. The analog current-sense output also supports predictive maintenance by enabling MCU-side load-current monitoring.
When designing with this part, place it as close as possible to the connector it is switching, and keep the protected load loop area minimal to reduce EMI from the 12 V bus. A small TVS across V_CC and an RC snubber on the output may be required for highly inductive loads such as solenoids or DC motors.
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| Manufacturer | STMicroelectronics |
| Product Type | Single-channel high-side driver |
| Technology | VIPower M0-5 |
| Package | PowerSSO-12 |
| Output Configuration | High-side, N-Channel power MOSFET |
| Continuous Drain Current (I_Load) | 7 A |
| Operating Supply Voltage (V_CC) | 4.5 V to 28 V |
| Logic Input Compatibility | 3 V and 5 V CMOS |
| Current Sense | Analog proportional output (I_SENSE pin) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 °C to +150 °C |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| MSL Level | 3 (168 hours) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Target Applications | Automotive 12 V grounded loads |
| Protections | Load-dump, reverse-battery, over-temperature, short-circuit, over-current |
VND5E160AJTR-E Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | IN — Logic input (3V/5V CMOS compatible) |
| Pin 2 | GND — Ground |
| Pin 3 | VCC — Supply voltage (battery rail) |
| Pin 4 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 5 | OUT — Power output to load |
| Pin 6 | OUT — Power output to load |
| Pin 7 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 8 | ISENSE — Analog current sense output |
| Pin 9 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 10 | VCC — Supply voltage (battery rail) |
| Pin 11 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 12 | TAB — Exposed thermal pad, tie to GND copper pour |
Typical Applications
VND5E160AJTR-E is suitable for 6 applications: Automotive Body Control Modules, LED Lighting and Daytime Running Lamps, Solenoid and Relay Drive in HVAC/Body, Industrial 24 V Resistive Loads, Automotive Infotainment and Cluster Backlights, Predictive Maintenance with Current Sensing.
Automotive Body Control Modules
The VND5E160AJTR-E is well matched to 12 V automotive body control modules where it switches lamps, LED arrays, and small resistive loads. Its 7 A continuous rating and 28 V V_CC range comfortably handle cranking transients and jump-start events. The analog current-sense output feeds the BCM microcontroller for open-load and short-circuit diagnostics, eliminating external sense resistors. The PowerSSO-12 footprint also enables compact PCB layouts inside door modules, tailgate ECUs, and front BCMs where space is constrained.
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LED Lighting and Daytime Running Lamps
For LED daytime running lamps and rear combination lamps, the VND5E160AJTR-E provides PWM-dimmable switching with accurate analog current feedback to the MCU. Its 3 V/5 V CMOS-compatible input pairs directly with automotive microcontrollers without level shifters. The integrated short-circuit and open-load protections help meet automotive safety requirements (ISO 26262 ready design patterns). Because the part dissipates very little in the on-state, thermal management of the headlamp housing is simplified compared with discrete MOSFET solutions.
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Solenoid and Relay Drive in HVAC/Body
The VND5E160AJTR-E is well suited to driving 12 V solenoids, relays, and valves used in HVAC door actuators, seat adjusters, and trunk latches. Its built-in avalanche capability absorbs inductive turn-off energy, while the analog sense output reports load current to the MCU for jam-detection algorithms. Designers should still add a small RC snubber or TVS on the load for highly inductive valves. The PowerSSO-12 exposed pad keeps junction temperature low in confined under-dash enclosures.
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Industrial 24 V Resistive Loads
Outside automotive, the VND5E160AJTR-E can switch 24 V industrial loads such as small heaters, panel lamps, and indicator stacks. Its 28 V V_CC upper limit comfortably covers 24 V nominal rails with transient margin. The reverse-battery protection saves external P-MOSFETs and Schottky diodes typically required in 24 V industrial designs, reducing BOM cost. Engineers should add external TVS protection for higher-energy transients found on long 24 V cables in factory environments.
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Automotive Infotainment and Cluster Backlights
Instrument-cluster backlights and infotainment display brightness require PWM-dimmable high-side switches. The VND5E160AJTR-E provides clean PWM switching at audio-range frequencies without audible noise, plus analog current feedback for fault reporting over CAN. Its CMOS input eliminates logic-level concerns with 3.3 V cluster MCUs, and the PowerSSO-12 footprint fits slim display modules where board area is at a premium. The wide -40 °C to +150 °C operating range ensures reliable cold-crank and under-hood thermal behavior.
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Predictive Maintenance with Current Sensing
The VND5E160AJTR-E's analog I_SENSE output enables predictive-maintenance algorithms in next-generation automotive ECUs. By continuously sampling load current, the MCU can detect gradual increases due to bearing wear, filament aging, or connector degradation before failure occurs. This data can be reported via UDS over CAN to fleet management systems, supporting predictive service schedules. The high-side topology also detects both open-load and short-to-ground faults, which is essential for ASIL-rated systems.
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Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | VND5E160AJ-E | VND5E160JTR-E | VND5E050AJTR-E | VND5E050MK-E | VND5E008AY-E | VND5160AJTR-E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | PowerSSO-12 | PowerSSO-12 | PowerSSO-12 | PowerSSO-12 | PowerSSO-12 | PowerSSO-12 | PowerSSO-12 |
| Brand | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics |
| Technology | VIPower M0-5 | VIPower M0-5 | VIPower M0-5 | VIPower M0-5 | VIPower M0-5 | VIPower M0-5 | VIPower M0-7 |
| Operating Supply Voltage | 4.5 V to 28 V | 4.5 V to 28 V | 4.5 V to 28 V | 4.5 V to 28 V | 4.5 V to 28 V | 4.5 V to 28 V | 4.5 V to 28 V |
| Logic Input Compatibility | 3 V / 5 V CMOS | 3 V / 5 V CMOS | 3 V / 5 V CMOS | 3 V / 5 V CMOS | 3 V / 5 V CMOS | 3 V / 5 V CMOS | 3 V / 5 V CMOS |
| Analog Current Sense | Yes (I_SENSE pin) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Packaging Form | Tape & Reel | Tube | Tape & Reel | Tape & Reel | Tube | Tube | Tape & Reel |
Key Differentiators
- Higher continuous current in same PowerSSO-12 footprint vs VND5E050AJTR-E (vs VND5E050AJTR-E)
- Pin-compatible drop-in for tube-packaged VND5E160AJ-E (vs VND5E160AJ-E)
- Better upgrade path than older VND5E050MK-E (vs VND5E050MK-E)
Design Notes
Estimated: at 7 A continuous and R_DS(on) of 50 mOhm (typical), the part dissipates approximately 2.45 W. With the PowerSSO-12 exposed pad soldered to at least 1 square inch of 2-oz copper on a 4-layer FR-4 board (theta_JA ~25 C/W), junction temperature rise is about 60 C above ambient. Designers should reduce load, add parallel high-side switches, or use the VND5160AJTR-E for designs running near 7 A continuously above 85 C ambient.
Solder the exposed thermal pad (TAB, pin 12) to a large ground copper pour using thermal vias (4-9 vias, 0.3 mm drill) to minimize junction-to-PCB thermal resistance. Keep the load-current loop (VCC -> OUT -> load -> GND) area as small as possible to reduce parasitic inductance that can cause ringing on the OUT pin during turn-off. Place a 100 nF ceramic decoupling capacitor close to VCC pin to suppress fast transients.
Do not drive loads above 7 A continuously without thermal validation on the production PCB - the part will enter thermal shutdown at high junction temperatures. For highly inductive loads such as solenoids or motors, add an external TVS or RC snubber across the load to prevent repetitive avalanche stress on the output MOSFET. Ensure the I_SENSE pin is read through a proper R_SENSE resistor to ground; leaving it floating disables diagnostics.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per ST product page. AEC-Q100 qualified as part of ST's automotive-grade VIPower M0-5 portfolio. Halogen-free per ST declaration.
