Microchip VN3205N6

Part points

• The VN3205N6 chip is a specific model of power switch used for automotive applications. It is designed to protect various electronic devices, such as microcontrollers, from excessive current or voltage. The chip provides high-side power switch functionality and can control loads up to 5A with a low on-resistance of 150 mΩ. It also offers a range of protection features like thermal shutdown and overcurrent protection.

• Features

  The features of VN3205N6 include a low power consumption, compatibility with a wide range of input voltage, a built-in protection against overtemperature, a short-circuit protection, and low output voltage drop. It also has a high output voltage accuracy and a small package size.

• Pinout

  The VN3205N6 is a power relay in a DIP package. It has 6 pins. Pin 1 is the control input, pin 2 is the emitter, pin 3 is the collector, pin 4 is the base, pin 5 is the current sense, and pin 6 is the supply voltage.

• Manufacturer

  The manufacturer of the VN3205N6 is STMicroelectronics. It is a multinational semiconductor manufacturing company that designs, produces, and markets a wide range of electronic components and systems. STMicroelectronics primarily focuses on the development of products for automotive, industrial, communication, computer, consumer, and other sectors.

• Application Field

  The VN3205N6 is a power relay driver used in automotive applications. It is specifically designed for applications that require high temperature operation and robustness, such as automotive power distribution modules, engine management systems, and electronic control units.

• Package

  The VN3205N6 chip is available in a package type called D2PAK. Its form is a single MOSFET, and its size is relatively compact.