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Practical Limitations of IEC Partial Discharge Standards in Power Modules

Practical Limitations of IEC Partial Discharge Standards in Power Modules

IEC partial standards miss dv/dt, thermal, and micro-PD effects in power modules, limiting their value for inverter-driven reliability prediction.


Beyond Mobility: Delivering Proven SiC Technology Where Performance and Reliability Matter the Most

Beyond Mobility: Delivering Proven SiC Technology Where Performance and Reliability Matter the Most

Learn how Mitsubishi Electric’s latest Unifull SiC modules combine advanced performance with enhanced power cycling capability enabled by…


STMicro Unwraps GaN Power ICs for Design Flexibility

STMicro Unwraps GaN Power ICs for Design Flexibility

The MasterGAN6 power system-in-package integrates two 650 V GaN transistors with a high-speed gate driver, delivering 140 mΩ RDS(on), 10 A output,…


EPC Intros GaN-Based Inverter Board for Robotics, E-Mobility

EPC Intros GaN-Based Inverter Board for Robotics, E-Mobility

The integrated three-phase BLDC motor drive inverter integrates control, sensing, and communication to deliver up to 20 ARMS for humanoid joint…


new products Mar 05, 2026 by Jake Hertz
Toshiba Launches 6.5 kV, 2 kA Press-Pack IEGT for HVDC Converters

Toshiba Launches 6.5 kV, 2 kA Press-Pack IEGT for HVDC Converters

The ST2000JXH35A raises validated turn-off and short-circuit test voltage to 4.5 kV, targeting reduced series device counts in high-voltage…


new products Mar 04, 2026 by Luke James
Using Low-Voltage GaN in ISOP Converters for AI Servers With 800 V Architecture

Using Low-Voltage GaN in ISOP Converters for AI Servers With 800 V Architecture

Over the past decade, AI workloads have relied on server architectures not designed for their rapidly growing power demands. Recently, the concept…


EPC Launches Its First 7th Gen GaN 40 V Power Transistor

EPC Launches Its First 7th Gen GaN 40 V Power Transistor

EPC2366, aimed at low-voltage, high-current applications, enters mass production for high-density 40 V systems.


new products Mar 02, 2026 by Jake Hertz
Briefs: Companies Partner for Renewables and Power Technology

Briefs: Companies Partner for Renewables and Power Technology

Enel, Excelsior, Hitachi Energy, Pakal Technologies, Renesas, EPC, Easee, and Subaru have all entered agreements to advance their goals in…


News Feb 26, 2026 by Karen Hanson
Allegro Intros Hall-Effect Current Sensor for Power Conversion

Allegro Intros Hall-Effect Current Sensor for Power Conversion

The ACS37017 isolated sensor targets drift reduction and precision feedback in high-voltage power conversion systems and offers a sensitivity error…


new products Feb 25, 2026 by Luke James
Thermal Management for SiC Semis—Top Side Cooling as an Innovative Solution

Thermal Management for SiC Semis—Top Side Cooling as an Innovative Solution

The growing demand for powerful and compact power electronics places high demands on the thermal management of modern semiconductor technologies.…


Solving Military-Avionics DC-DC Power Challenges with Modularity—Part 4

Solving Military-Avionics DC-DC Power Challenges with Modularity—Part 4

While the first three parts in this article series detailed military and avionic standards and front-end solutions, this last Part 4 delves into…


3 New DC-DC Platforms Tackle Industrial and AI Demands

3 New DC-DC Platforms Tackle Industrial and AI Demands

OmniOn Power, Recom, and Navitas Semiconductor have launched DC-DC platforms to deliver versatility in efficient power design.


new products Feb 19, 2026 by Jake Hertz
Vishay Adds 1200 V SiC MOSFET Power Modules in SOT-227 Packages

Vishay Adds 1200 V SiC MOSFET Power Modules in SOT-227 Packages

The five 1200 V SiC MOSFET power modules support up to 200 A for automotive, energy, and industrial systems.


Microchip Adds 12 Devices in 600 V Gate Driver Family

Microchip Adds 12 Devices in 600 V Gate Driver Family

The 600 V gate driver family offers 12 devices for motor control and power conversion, supporting fast switching and noise immunity.


Alpha & Omega Semi Unwraps 600V Super Junction MOSFET Devices

Alpha & Omega Semi Unwraps 600V Super Junction MOSFET Devices

The αMOS E2 platform seeks to deliver efficiency, ruggedness, and power density for high-voltage power conversion.


new products Feb 09, 2026 by Jake Hertz
Semiconductor Fabs Announce New Plans to Rebalance Capacity and Control

Semiconductor Fabs Announce New Plans to Rebalance Capacity and Control

Recent fab announcements highlight how manufacturers are translating long-term roadmaps into physical capacity.


News Feb 06, 2026 by Luke James
Briefs: New Tech Debuts for EVs, Batteries, and Power Grids

Briefs: New Tech Debuts for EVs, Batteries, and Power Grids

Tesla, Nissan, Lightyear, Toshiba, Electrified Thermal Systems, Ampacimon, and AP Sensing have made recent technical advancements.


News Feb 05, 2026 by Karen Hanson
Magnachip Launches New IGBT Family for Solar and Energy Storage

Magnachip Launches New IGBT Family for Solar and Energy Storage

Magnachip’s 650 V and 1200 V discrete devices target inverter and ESS designs from residential through industrial power levels.


new products Feb 04, 2026 by Luke James
Wolfspeed Makes 300 mm Silicon Carbide Wafer Breakthrough

Wolfspeed Makes 300 mm Silicon Carbide Wafer Breakthrough

Single-crystal 12-inch SiC wafer production marks a significant manufacturing milestone with potential next-generation applications.


News Feb 03, 2026 by Jake Hertz
Recom Intros 40W/75W Railway DC/DC Modules With Ultra-Wide Input

Recom Intros 40W/75W Railway DC/DC Modules With Ultra-Wide Input

The RMD40-UW and RMD75-UW target EN 50155 rail applications with a single 11:1 input range, integrated ride-through, and baseplate cooling for…


new products Jan 28, 2026 by Luke James