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The STEF12E is an integrated electronic fuse optimized for monitoring output current and input voltage. Connected in series to a 12 V rail, it is capable of protecting the electronic circuitry on its output from overcurrent and overvoltage. The device has a controlled delay and turn-on time. When an overload condition occurs, the STEF12E limits the output current to a predefined safe value. If the anomalous overload condition persists it goes into an open state, disconnecting the load from the power supply. If a continuous short-circuit is present on the board, when power is re-applied the E-fuse initially limits the output current to a safe value and then again goes into an open state. The device is equipped with a thermal protection circuit. The intervention of the thermal protection is signalled to the board monitoring circuits through a signal on the Fault pin. Unlike the mechanical fuses, which must be physically replaced after a single event, the Efuse does not degrade in its performance after short-circuit/thermal protection interventions and it is reset either by recycling the supply voltage or using the Enable pin. The companion chip for the 5 V power rails is also available with part number STEF05.
Key Features
- Continuous current typ. 3.6 A
- N-channel on-resistance typ. 45 mΩ
- Enable/fault functions
- Output clamp voltage typ. 15 V
- Undervoltage lockout
- Short-circuit limit
- Overload current limit
- Controlled output voltage ramp
- Thermal latch typ. 165 °C
- Uses tiny capacitors
- Operating junction temp. -40 °C to 125 °C
- Available in DFN10 (3x3 mm) package
Sample & Buy
| Part Number | Package | Packing Type | Marketing Status | ECCN (US) | Country of Origin | Approximate Price (US$)* / Qty | Order from ST | Order from Distributors |
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| STEF12EPUR | DFN10 3X3 | Tape And Reel | Active | EAR99 | CHINA | 0.96 / 1k | Buy now | Check Availability |
(*) Suggested Resale Price per unit (USD) for BUDGETARY USE ONLY. For quotes, prices in local currency, please contact your local ST Sales Office or our Distributors
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| Part Number | Marketing Status | Package | Grade | RoHS Compliance Grade | Material Declaration** |
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| STEF12EPUR | Active | DFN10 3X3 | Industrial | Ecopack2 |
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