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VND600SPTR-E – Dual 25A High-Side Power Switch – STMicroelectronics

The VND600SPTR-E from STMicroelectronics is a robust dual-channel high-side power switch IC designed for demanding load control applications. This N-channel driver delivers efficient power distribution with integrated protection features, ensuring reliable operation in industrial and automotive systems. PCX ensures genuine STMicroelectronics components with same-day shipping and dedicated technical support.

Key Features

• High Current Handling: Supports up to 25A continuous current per channel
• Low Power Loss: Maximum 30mΩ Rds(on) resistance
• Wide Voltage Range: Operates with 5.5V to 36V load voltages
• Integrated Protection: Built-in over-temperature, over-voltage, and fixed current limiting
• Compact Design: Surface-mount PowerSO-10 package with thermal pad
• Simple Control: Non-inverting On/Off interface logic

Technical Specifications

This dual-output power driver features a 1:1 input-to-output ratio with independent high-side N-channel MOSFETs. It operates across an industrial temperature range of -40°C to 150°C junction temperature (TJ) and requires no separate VCC supply. The PowerSO-10 exposed pad package enhances thermal dissipation, critical for high-current applications. Interface is simplified through direct logic-level On/Off control signals.

Typical Applications

• Automotive body control modules (lighting, motors)
• Industrial solenoid and relay drivers
• Power distribution units in embedded systems
• Battery management system load switching
• Heating element control circuits

About STMicroelectronics

STMicroelectronics is a global semiconductor leader with over 30 years of innovation in power management solutions. Their components are renowned for meeting stringent automotive-grade (AEC-Q) and industrial reliability standards, featuring advanced thermal protection and fault diagnostics.

The company’s vertical integration ensures consistent quality from wafer fabrication to final testing. STMicroelectronics invests heavily in R&D, resulting in energy-efficient designs trusted by top-tier manufacturers worldwide for mission-critical applications.

About Power Distribution Switches & Load Drivers

Power distribution switches and load drivers act as intelligent gatekeepers between control systems and high-power devices. They replace mechanical relays with solid-state reliability, offering precise electronic control over heavy loads like motors, lamps, or heaters while protecting sensitive logic circuits.

Modern ICs like this STMicroelectronics device integrate crucial safeguards—including thermal shutdown and current limiting—directly into the switch. This consolidation reduces board space, improves system longevity, and simplifies design compliance with safety regulations in automotive and industrial environments.

Packaging Information

Available in Tape & Reel (TR) packaging for automated assembly. Contact PCX for reel quantity details.

FAQs

Question: What protection features does this IC include?
Answer: It provides fixed current limiting, over-temperature shutdown, and over-voltage lockout on both channels.

Question: Is this part suitable for 12V automotive systems?
Answer: Yes, its 5.5V-36V load range and -40°C to 150°C operating temperature make it ideal for 12V/24V vehicle applications.

Question: Does it require an external heatsink?
Answer: The exposed thermal pad provides sufficient cooling for most applications at full load when properly soldered to a PCB copper plane.

Question: How is this IC controlled?
Answer: Each channel has a separate non-inverting On/Off input compatible with 3.3V or 5V logic signals.

Question: What does “high-side switch” mean?
Answer: It switches the positive voltage rail to the load, allowing grounded load connections for safer fault management.

Question: Why choose power switch ICs over discrete MOSFETs?
Answer: Integrated drivers provide matched performance, built-in protection, reduced component count, and guaranteed parametric specifications.

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