GaN Systems has joined the AirFuel Alliance. GaN Systems will aid the Alliance by bringing its wireless technology experience, by extending beyond the previously assumed limits of wireless charging, and by assisting the development of global wireless charging standards. For example, GaN Systems has recently added a 250W development board for wireless charging that runs with the company's GaN transistors at 6.78 and 13.56 MHz.
Until recently, the wireless charging market has been dominated by low power (<15 W) applications achieved with silicon-based transistors. Contributing to this growth is the market demand for wireless charging systems which operate at power levels greater than 15 Watts. GaN Systems’ GaN transistors meet this demand by enabling efficient resonant wireless charging at power levels from 25W to 2,500W. These high power levels make it possible to rapidly charge multiple phones and tablets simultaneously, as well as larger devices such as laptops, power tools, robotics, drones and 2-wheelers.
In addition to enabling efficient higher power wireless charging, GaN transistors provide two major benefits: reducing system size 2-3 times, and reducing charging system cost.
GaN Systems’ VP of Strategic Marketing, Paul Wiener, will be active in the AirFuel Alliance. Mr. Wiener explained, “Today, GaN Systems plays a critical leadership role by enabling high power wireless charging while reducing system size and cost. By joining the AirFuel Alliance, we will extend our role by contributing our technology, know-how, and perspective toward the evolution of resonant wireless charging standards.â€
