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SiC MOSFETs in Optimized Packaging Deliver a 3× Reduction in Switching Losses, Enabling Affordable High-Efficiency EV Battery Chargers

SiC MOSFETs in Optimized Packaging Deliver a 3× Reduction in Switching Losses, Enabling Affordable High-Efficiency EV Battery Chargers

This article highlights Wolfspeed C3M™ SiC MOSFETs that considers package inductance and printed circuit board layout as factors for best system…


Novel Technique to Reduce Substrate Tilt amp Improve Bondline Control between AlN Substrate and AlSiC Baseplate in IGBT Modules

Novel Technique to Reduce Substrate Tilt amp Improve Bondline Control between AlN Substrate and AlSiC Baseplate in IGBT Modules

This article features a novel technique to redue substrate tilt and improve bondline control between AIN substrate and AlSiC Baseplate in IGBT…


High Humidity Robustness of ABB’s IGBTs and Diodes

High Humidity Robustness of ABB’s IGBTs and Diodes

This article provides insight into the latest generation of 6.5kV HiPak modules with reliable performance demonstrated in the new THB-HVDC test.


Configurable Gate Drives for nHPD2

Configurable Gate Drives for nHPD2

This article discusses a flexible approach to gate drive designs using nHPD2 package from Hitachi targeted at traction applications.


New Contender for the Power Transistor Throne

New Contender for the Power Transistor Throne

This article highlights Panasonic Hybrid Drain Gate Injection Transistor (HD-GiT) with overview of advantages that aimed aimed at power converters.


New Horizons in Thermal Cycling Capability Realized with the 7th gen. IGBT Module Based on SLC-Technology

New Horizons in Thermal Cycling Capability Realized with the 7th gen. IGBT Module Based on SLC-Technology

This article features the 7th generation IGBT Module based on SLC (SoLid Cover)-Technology with high reliability and high thermal conductivity.


HydraPACK Drive IGBT Modules and PCC Capacitors Help Maximize xEV Inverter Efficiency

HydraPACK Drive IGBT Modules and PCC Capacitors Help Maximize xEV Inverter Efficiency

This article features the new Infineon HybridPACK Drive IGBT module characterized with compact design and high efficiency for e-mobility applications.


High-Voltage Isolated Gate Driver Module

High-Voltage Isolated Gate Driver Module

This article features the IXYS' IXIDM1401 high-voltage isolated gate driver module and its features, higher performance and reliability.


IPM Solution for Low Rated Power Application

IPM Solution for Low Rated Power Application

This article proposed and discussed the thermal and circuit benefits of a low rated power application without heat-sink approach using 600V 4A…


A New Family of Miniature, Fast and Accurate Transducers for Isolated Current Measurement

A New Family of Miniature, Fast and Accurate Transducers for Isolated Current Measurement

This article introduced a new series of miniature, fast and accurate transducers for isolated measurement of AC and DC currents.


A Practical Study on Three-Level Hybrid SiC/Si Inverters

A Practical Study on Three-Level Hybrid SiC/Si Inverters

This article highlights Infineon Technologies Italia S.r.l - Austria AG demonstration of the use of SiC devices that allows high degree of freedom…


Extremely Efficient Energy Storage Based On Three-Level Silicon Carbide Power Module

Extremely Efficient Energy Storage Based On Three-Level Silicon Carbide Power Module

This article features the benefits of using SiC Power Modules in terms of energy conversion efficiency, cost-efficiency and environmental energy…


Increasing Power Density and Improving Efficiency

Increasing Power Density and Improving Efficiency

This article features ROHM's new 1700V SiC MOSFETs for Switch-mode Power Supplies and its benefits in terms of power density and efficiency.


State of the SiC MOSFET: Device evolution, technology merit, and commercial prospects

State of the SiC MOSFET: Device evolution, technology merit, and commercial prospects

This article features Littelfuse Inc. SiC MOSFET device evolution, technology merit, and commercial success and substantial role for green energy…


High Current Welding Diodes for Demanding Industrial Applications

High Current Welding Diodes for Demanding Industrial Applications

This article highlights ABB welding diodes that is designed for such extreme load and set new power cycling records for all power semiconductor…


Step Up to Half-Bridge GaN Power ICs

Step Up to Half-Bridge GaN Power ICs

This article features Navitas Semiconductor's half-bridge Gan Power Integrated Circuit applications with power levels from 20W to 300W or more.


Operation of Power Silicon for Cascade Cell Based MV Motor Drives

Operation of Power Silicon for Cascade Cell Based MV Motor Drives

For standard low voltage (≤690Vac) motor drives the IGBT based voltage source 2 level topology dominates the landscape. However at higher…


Rethinking the Power MOSFET Figure of Merit

Rethinking the Power MOSFET Figure of Merit

This article highlights Vishay Siliconix Figure of Merit (FOM) brief history with power MOSFET and comparison one design platform to another.


IGBT/SiC-FET Driver Design Tips to Prevent False Triggering

IGBT/SiC-FET Driver Design Tips to Prevent False Triggering

This article discusses tips on properly designing IGBT or SiC FET bridge circuits to prevent false triggering and ensure high reliability.


High Voltage Ceramic Chip Capacitors Evaluated Acoustically

High Voltage Ceramic Chip Capacitors Evaluated Acoustically

This article discusses how acoustic micro imaging tools work and how it helps detect and keep defective capacitors out of production.