Integrated smart power devices are becoming increasingly crucial in automotive systems due to their ability to combine power management with advanced diagnostic and protection features.
Electronic fuses, a prominent type of smart power device, are particularly remarkable for their reliability under harsh environmental conditions, including high operating temperatures and mechanical stress.
To ensure the correct operation of electronic products, they need to be tested for electromagnetic emissions that may negatively affect nearby equipment.
CISPR 25 is the standard developed for vehicles and boats to protect on-board receivers from such emissions.
For CISPR 25, emission limits are divided into Class 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 products, specifying how to measure the noise using peak, quasi-peak, and average detection methods.
Conducted Electromagnetic Emission is the noise current generated by the EUT that propagates through the harness to other components/systems or power grid. This noise current can be measured using either the voltage method or the current method.
The experimental data have been collected for the STi2Fuse product VNF9Q20F, which is a 4-channel monolithic electronic fuse fully programmable through serial peripheral interface (SPI).
The EMI behavior of a smart electronic STi2Fuse device has been investigated, demonstrating compliance with the CISPR 25 standard under class 5 specifications.
Compliance with the CISPR 25 standard, particularly under class 5 specifications, is essential for these devices to ensure they do not interfere with other components and equipment within the vehicle.
The STi2Fuse products are critical components in modern vehicles, providing overcurrent protection and ensuring the safe operation of electrical circuits.