What is the VND7NV04TR-E?
The VND7NV04TR-E is a smart low-side power switch and built on the advanced VIPower™ M0-3 technology. The device integrates a power MOSFET, driver circuitry, and multiple protection functions into a single chip, making it suitable for switching applications from DC up to 50 kHz. Its primary function is to drive and manage loads through a low-side switching configuration.
VND7NV04TR-E Internal Architecture
The internal architecture of the VND7NV04TR-E integrates an N-channel power MOSFET as the output switch, with a typical RDS(on) of 60 mΩ, together with a full set of smart control and self-protection circuits on a single silicon die. It includes a linear current limitation block (typ. 6 A) for overload and short-circuit protection, a thermal shutdown with auto-restart when junction temperature exceeds safe limits, and a 40 V internal overvoltage clamp to absorb inductive voltage spikes.
In addition, the device features a diagnostic feedback mechanism: when faults such as thermal shutdown or current limitation occur, the input pin characteristics (impedance or current sinking behavior) are modified, allowing a microcontroller I/O pin to directly detect abnormal operating conditions.
VND7NV04TR-E Specs
Parameter | Value |
Part Number | VND7NV04TR-E |
Manufacturer | STMicroelectronics |
Description | MOSFET POWER 40V 6A DPAK |
Lead Free Status / RoHS Status | Lead free / RoHS Compliant |
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) | 3 (168 Hours) |
Output Configuration | Low Side |
Current - Output (Max) | 6A |
Output Type | N-Channel |
Rds On (Typ) | 60 mOhm (Max) |
Series | OMNIFET II™, VIPower™ |
Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 150°C (TJ) |
Interface | On/Off |
Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) | Not Required |
Number of Outputs | 1 |
Voltage - Load | 36V (Max) |
Ratio - Input:Output | 1:1 |
Package | TO-252-3, DPAK (2 Leads + Tab), SC-63 |
Base Part Number | VND7NV04 |
VND7NV04TR-E Pin Configuration
Input – Control input pin used to switch the internal power MOSFET on and off.
Drain – Output terminal connected to the load in low-side switching applications.
Source – Ground reference and current return path for the device.
VND7NV04TR-E Features
l Linear current limitation
l Thermal shutdown
l Short circuit protection
l Integrated clamp
l Low current drawn from input pin
l Diagnostic feedback through input pin
l ESD protection
l Direct access to the gate of the Power MOSFET (analog driving)
l Compatible with standard Power MOSFET in compliance with the 2002/95/EC European Directive
VND7NV04TR-E Block Diagram
The VND7NV04TR-E features a single-chip smart self-protection architecture. Its main switching element is an N-channel power MOSFET with an integrated freewheeling diode, connected between the Drain (pin 2) and Source (pin 3). The Input (pin 1) control signal is directly routed to the gate control block, which drives MOSFET turn-on and turn-off.
For protection, the device integrates three key functions on-chip: an overvoltage clamp that uses drain-to-gate feedback to limit inductive voltage spikes during turn-off; a linear current limiter that monitors output current and restricts it to a safe level during overload or short-circuit conditions by controlling gate voltage; and an overtemperature shutdown that forces the gate off when junction temperature exceeds the limit. In addition, the diagnostic feedback function signals faults by modifying the input pin’s current or impedance state, enabling the MCU to detect abnormal conditions directly.
VND7NV04TR-E Applications
1. Automotive Load Control Systems
The device is widely used in automotive electronics for driving various low-side loads with built-in protection and diagnostics.
l Automotive exterior and interior lighting (lamps, LEDs)
l Mirror and seat adjustment actuators
l Door lock and central locking systems
2. Industrial Automation Systems
In industrial control systems, the VND7NV04TR-E provides reliable switching for actuators and control modules in harsh operating conditions.
l PLC output modules
l Industrial relay and contactor driving
l Factory automation control units
3. Solenoid and Valve Driving
The device is well-suited for inductive load switching, thanks to its integrated overvoltage clamp and current limitation features.
l Hydraulic and pneumatic solenoid valves
l Fuel injection control systems
l Electromagnetic actuators
4. Motor Control and Actuation
It can be used to drive small DC motors in low-side switching configurations with built-in protection against overload and short circuits.
l Automotive blower motors
l Small pump control systems
l Positioning and actuator motors
5. Power Distribution and Load Switching
The VND7NV04TR-E simplifies power management in systems requiring multiple protected switching channels.
l DC power distribution modules
l Battery-powered control systems
l Smart power management units
6. Inductive and Resistive Load Protection
With its integrated clamp and thermal shutdown, the device ensures safe operation under transient and fault conditions.
l Relay coils
l Heating elements (low-power)
l Industrial solenoids and electromagnetic devices
VND7NV04TR-E Alternatives
Since the VND7NV04TR-E belongs to ST's OMNIFET II family, your best bet for a seamless transition without changing your PCB layout drastically is to look within the same vendor lineup:
l VND7NV04-E: The exact same silicon but check the packaging suffix (e.g., DPAK vs. SOT-223) to ensure a match for your physical footprint.
l VNP10N07FI: Slightly older or beefier generations of ST low-side switches, often offering higher voltage tolerances (70V) if you need extra headroom against inductive spikes.
VND7NV04TR-E Package
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