STEF05:Electronic fuse for 5 V line

The STEF05 is an integrated electronic fuse optimized for monitoring output current and input voltage. Connected in series to a 5 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 STEF05 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 mechanical fuses, which must be physically replaced after a single event, the E-fuse 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 12 V power rails is also available with part number STEF12.

Key Features

  • Continuous current (typ): 3.6 A
  • N-channel on-resistance (typ): 40 mΩ
  • Enable/Fault functions
  • Output clamp voltage (typ): 6.65 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
Product Specifications
DescriptionVersionSize
DS7314: Electronic fuse for 5 V line5.01 MB
Application Notes
DescriptionVersionSize
AN4069: 5 V and 12 V power line protection based on STEF05 and STEF12 electronic fuses1.1807 KB
Selection Guides
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Linear and Switching Voltage Regulators Selection Guide383 KB
Solution Evaluation Tools
Part NumberManufacturerDescription
STEVAL-IFP021V15 V and 12 V power line protection based on STEF05 and STEF12 electronic fuses
Sample & Buy
Part NumberPackagePacking TypeUnit Price (US$) *QuantityECCN (EU)ECCN (US)Country of Origin
STEF05PURVDFPN 10 3x3x1.0Tape And Reel0.5961000NECEAR99CHINA
Quality & Reliability
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