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A Novel Circuit Topology for Turning a ‘Normally On’ GaN Transistor into ‘Normally Off’

A Novel Circuit Topology for Turning a ‘Normally On’ GaN Transistor into ‘Normally Off’

This article discusses how D-mode GaN transistors make themselves excellent building blocks for the next generation power conversion systems.


eGaN® FET-Based Synchronous Rectification

eGaN® FET-Based Synchronous Rectification

This article covers the similarities and differences of Si MOSFETS and eGan FETS that function as a “body diode” as well as their advantages…


IGBT Driver Module Enables High Power Systems Design with Reduced Design Time and Cost

IGBT Driver Module Enables High Power Systems Design with Reduced Design Time and Cost

IXYS Corporation introduces new IXIDM1403 driver module to serve the market with IGBT driver parts that enable a short design cycle and the lowest…


High Power Electronics Cleaning Requirements for Improved Efficiency and Reliability

High Power Electronics Cleaning Requirements for Improved Efficiency and Reliability

This article highlights the importance and benefits of cleaning power modules before bonding to ensure long-term reliability.


High Power Density High Performance X-Series 4500V IGBT Power Modules

High Power Density High Performance X-Series 4500V IGBT Power Modules

This article discusses the improvements, important parameters and application of the high-performance X-Series 4500V IGBT Power Modules.


Efficient MCU-Controlled High Power PFC with Two-Phase Current Modulation

Efficient MCU-Controlled High Power PFC with Two-Phase Current Modulation

This article discusses techniques on designs to increase the efficiency of conversion at high power by utilizing improvements of converters.


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.


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.


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.


High Voltage IGBT Modules in the 3300 V Class

High Voltage IGBT Modules in the 3300 V Class

This article describes the basic points of the X-Series design including the improvements contributing to a safe operation of the device.


GaN Transistor Gate Drive Optocouplers

GaN Transistor Gate Drive Optocouplers

This article features Broadcom's Gallium Nitride (GaN) Transistor Gate Drive Optocouplers and discusses its advantages, marketing, drive and…


Recent Advancements in IGCT Technologies for High-Power Electronics Applications

Recent Advancements in IGCT Technologies for High-Power Electronics Applications

This article discusses the main features which make the IGCT an attractive option for high power applications with respect to the technology…


Low Loss Thyristors for High Power Applications

Low Loss Thyristors for High Power Applications

This article describes a new 8.5 kV low loss thyristor family designed for industrial applications with full blocking capability at 50Hz/60Hz…


Silicon and GaN Transistor Comparison: Optimized Inverter Design

Silicon and GaN Transistor Comparison: Optimized Inverter Design

This article highlights the advantages of GaN E-HMET from GaN Systems over the conventional silicon-based IGBT and MOSFET inverter solutions.


6500 V X-Series High Voltage IGBT Modules

6500 V X-Series High Voltage IGBT Modules

This article introduces Mitsubishi Electric's 6500V X-Series High Voltage IGBT module for power modules operating at 150ºC junction temperature.


BTRAN  BiDirectional BiPolar Junction Transistor

BTRAN BiDirectional BiPolar Junction Transistor

This article discusses the functions and applications of Bi-directional Bipolar Junction Transistor (B-TRAN), a new topology for power semiconductors.


Paralleling SiC Cascodes for High Performance High Power Systems

Paralleling SiC Cascodes for High Performance High Power Systems

This article discusses the inherent capability and behaviour of SiC cascodes to be safely paralleled for high performance, high power systems.


High Power Density Dual  nHPD2 Packaging Generation

High Power Density Dual nHPD2 Packaging Generation

This article introduces Hitachi's nHPD2 and its benefits in terms of market potential, performance, modularity and ease of transition.


Where is the Journey Headed? The Future of High-Power Semiconductors

Where is the Journey Headed? The Future of High-Power Semiconductors

This article discusses the future of high-power semiconductors in power electronics systems technology of energy savings, dynamics and noise…