VNQ6040STR-E STMicroelectronics Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
The VNQ6040STR-E is a quad-channel high-side driver from STMicroelectronics with 35 A peak output current in a 36-pin SOIC package. It integrates transient, overcurrent, overvoltage, and thermal protection for robust load switching in automotive environments. Available from stock worldwide, with approximately 26-week factory lead time.
- Manufacturer
- STMicroelectronics
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 36
- Lifecycle
- NOT RECOMMENDED
- Datasheet
- VNQ6040STR-E Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $2.9643(MOQ 1000)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 4-channel high-side driver with 35 A peak current for controlling multiple resistive or inductive loads
- Comprehensive built-in protection: overcurrent, overvoltage, undervoltage, transient, and thermal shutdown
- 36-pin SOIC package with automotive-grade reliability for under-hood and body electronics applications
- Low-impedance buffer/inverter peripheral driver interface simplifies microcontroller I/O integration
Applications
The VNQ6040STR-E is designed for automotive body control modules, door modules, and lighting control systems that need to switch multiple high-current loads such as relays, solenoids, and LED arrays from a single IC. Its integrated 4-channel architecture reduces component count compared to discrete MOSFET solutions while providing comprehensive protection circuitry against fault conditions. The device is also used in industrial automation panels requiring protected multi-channel load switching from a 12 V or 24 V rail.
Specifications
| Factory Lead Time | 26Weeks |
| YTEOL | 3 |
| Built-in Protections | TRANSIENT; OVER CURRENT; OVER VOLTAGE; THERMAL; UNDER VOLTAGE |
| Driver Number of Bits | 4 |
| Interface IC Type | BUFFER OR INVERTER BASED PERIPHERAL DRIVER |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G36 |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Output Current Flow Direction | SINK |
| Output Peak Current Limit-Nom | 35A |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SSOP36,.4,20 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE, HEAT SINK/SLUG, SHRINK PITCH |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | NOT SPECIFIED |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 28V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 5V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 13V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.5mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | NOT SPECIFIED |
| Package | Small Outline Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.60 |
| Country of Origin | Malaysia |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for VNQ6040STR-E:
Frequently Asked Questions
What peak output current can VNQ6040STR-E supply per channel, and what load types does this support?
Each channel of the VNQ6040STR-E can deliver up to 35 A peak output current, making it suitable for driving automotive relays, solenoids, DC motors, and high-wattage LED arrays in 12 V automotive body control modules. The 4-channel configuration allows simultaneous control of multiple loads from a single IC, simplifying the PCB design.
What protection features are integrated in VNQ6040STR-E, and how do they improve system reliability?
The VNQ6040STR-E includes transient protection, overcurrent protection, overvoltage protection, thermal shutdown, and undervoltage lockout. These 5 built-in protection mechanisms prevent damage from automotive load dump transients (up to 40 V), short circuits at the output, and thermal runaway, reducing the need for external protection components and improving overall system reliability in harsh automotive environments.
How long is the factory lead time for VNQ6040STR-E, and what procurement strategy is recommended?
The VNQ6040STR-E has a factory lead time of approximately 26 weeks, which is longer than typical logic ICs. Automotive system designers should place orders at least 6 months before production start and consider buffer stock of 8-12 weeks of consumption to maintain supply continuity during unexpected demand spikes or supply disruptions.
For a 4-relay automotive body control module, how does VNQ6040STR-E compare to using discrete MOSFETs?
Using VNQ6040STR-E consolidates 4 high-side switches into a single 36-pin SOIC package, replacing 4 discrete MOSFETs plus their individual gate drivers, clamping diodes, and thermal protection circuits. This saves significant PCB area, reduces BOM item count, and guarantees coordinated protection responses across all 4 channels when any fault condition such as 35 A overcurrent or thermal threshold is reached.
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| Qty. | Unit Price | Ext. Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1000+ | $3.2864 | $3286.36 |
| 4000+ | $2.9949 | $11979.52 |
| 8000+ | $2.9796 | $23836.80 |
| 16000+ | $2.9643 | $47429.12 |
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