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Powering the SiC Revolution with Vertical Integration

Powering the SiC Revolution with Vertical Integration

Silicon Carbide (SiC) has a 3x bandgap compared to silicon. Learn how unipolar devices like MOSETs in the several kV range are possible with SiC.


Power Integrations Unveils 1700 V SiC Switcher ICs for 800 V EVs

Power Integrations Unveils 1700 V SiC Switcher ICs for 800 V EVs

The company has launched five reference designs with its InnoSwitch3-AQ flyback ICs, targeting inverter power, battery replacement, and emergency…


3 New Power MOSFETs Offer Improved System Performance

3 New Power MOSFETs Offer Improved System Performance

The latest devices from Microchip, Rohm, and Semi-Q offer enhanced radiation protection, increased operation range, lower conduction losses, and…


new products May 16, 2025 by Jake Hertz
PCIM 2025: SiC, GaN Innovations For Next-Gen Power Electronics

PCIM 2025: SiC, GaN Innovations For Next-Gen Power Electronics

PCIM 2025 featured advancements in SiC and GaN devices, power modules, and ICs targeting electric vehicles, renewable energy, and other high-power…


News May 15, 2025 by Luke James
PCIM 2025: New SiC Power Products for EVs and Industrial Systems

PCIM 2025: New SiC Power Products for EVs and Industrial Systems

SemiQ, Infineon, Nexperia, and Navitas debuted SiC devices to tackle rising demands in thermal control, system efficiency, and automotive-grade…


News May 13, 2025 by Austin Futrell
PCIM 2025: Wide Bandgap Innovations for EVs, Testing, Design

PCIM 2025: Wide Bandgap Innovations for EVs, Testing, Design

This year’s PCIM featured wide bandgap products from Rohde & Schwarz, Wise Integration, and Texas Instruments.


News May 13, 2025 by Luke James
PCIM 2025: SiC and GaN Innovations for Power Electronics

PCIM 2025: SiC and GaN Innovations for Power Electronics

Infineon, EPC, and Navitas unveiled SiC and GaN technologies for electric vehicles, data centers, robotics, and industrial motor drives at PCIM…


News May 12, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Rohm Spins High-Power Density SiC Modules for Onboard Chargers

Rohm Spins High-Power Density SiC Modules for Onboard Chargers

With its compact heat dissipation design, the new modules are designed to "sets a new standard for onboard chargers."


new products May 08, 2025 by Jake Hertz
New IGBT, SiC Power Modules Meet High-Voltage Needs

New IGBT, SiC Power Modules Meet High-Voltage Needs

Infineon, Mitsubishi, and Navitas have released new power modules for high-voltage applications.


News May 02, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Navitas, GigaDevice Join GaN and SiC for High-Power Use

Navitas, GigaDevice Join GaN and SiC for High-Power Use

Navitas Semiconductor and GigaDevice have launched a joint R&D lab to integrate Navitas’ GaNFast power ICs with GigaDevice’s GD32…


News Apr 13, 2025 by Luke James
Fighting Bipolar Degradation With High-Performance SiC Substrates

Fighting Bipolar Degradation With High-Performance SiC Substrates

SiC-engineered substrates offer significant benefits over conventional substrates by leveraging device performance thanks to the use of a highly…


APEC 2025 Showcases Power Component Innovation

APEC 2025 Showcases Power Component Innovation

Part 1 of our on-site coverage highlights ICs, power converters, current-sense transducers, SiC MOSFETs, TVS diodes, and more.


2 kV SiC Power Modules Transform 1500 V Systems

2 kV SiC Power Modules Transform 1500 V Systems

The newest voltage class of silicon carbide is enabling a shift in circuit topology for 1500 V-class inverters.


Enhancing xEV Powertrains With Advanced Trench Tech

Enhancing xEV Powertrains With Advanced Trench Tech

Power electronics are a cornerstone of innovation in automotive, enabling superior performance and efficiency. Add SiC and they become even better.


Navigating the Evolving Patent Landscape in SiC and GaN Technologies

Navigating the Evolving Patent Landscape in SiC and GaN Technologies

Silicon Carbide and Gallium Nitride technologies are significantly reshaping the power electronics industry—from electric vehicles to renewable…


SemiQ Releases Third-Gen SiC MOSFETs for EVs and More

SemiQ Releases Third-Gen SiC MOSFETs for EVs and More

The high-voltage MOSFETs offer better efficiency, thermal performance, and reliability with a smaller die and lower losses.


new products Mar 01, 2025 by Luke James
SiC Patents Ramp in High-Power Applications

SiC Patents Ramp in High-Power Applications

Innovations in silicon carbide are impacting electric vehicles, renewable energy, and more.


News Feb 27, 2025 by Shannon Cuthrell
SiC-Based E-Fuses vs. Traditional Fuses: A Modern Comparative Analysis

SiC-Based E-Fuses vs. Traditional Fuses: A Modern Comparative Analysis

Electronic circuit interruption solutions protect the wiring and limit short-circuit let-through current and energy delivered to a faulted load.…


Infineon Expands Gate Drive ICs for EV Traction Inverters

Infineon Expands Gate Drive ICs for EV Traction Inverters

Infineon’s isolated gate driver ICs support the latest IGBT and SiC technologies, improving efficiency, reliability, and safety in EV powertrains.


new products Feb 15, 2025 by Luke James
Can GaN Solve AI Data Center Power Needs in 2025?

Can GaN Solve AI Data Center Power Needs in 2025?

Gallium nitride’s market is expected to expand in AI data centers, electric vehicles, and other high-power needs.


tech insights Feb 14, 2025 by Jake Hertz