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ROHM’s new SiC Schottky barrier diodes at electronica 2024
ROHM has developed surface mount SiC Schottky barrier diodes (SBDs) that improve insulation resistance by increasing the creepage distance between terminals.
USB Type-C and USB Power Delivery: Designing for both Extended Power Range and battery-powered systems
With applications in personal electronics, automotive, industrial and enterprise systems, USB Type-C (USB-C) is an industry-standard connector that enables the transmission of both data and power on a single interface.
Toshiba ships early samples of 1200V SiC MOSFETs
Toshiba has developed new 1200V silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFETs with low on-resistance (RDS(ON)) and high levels of reliability.
CGD demos 800VDC multi-level inverter
Cambridge GaN Devices (CGD) and IFPEN have developed a demo which confirms the suitability of CGD’s ICeGaN 650V GaN ICs in a multi-level, 800 VDC inverter.
NXP rolls out wireless BMS with UWB at electronica
NXP Semiconductors has unveiled what it says is an industry-first wireless battery management system (BMS) solution with Ultra-Wideband (UWB) capabilities.
STMicroelectronics’ unveils new series of motor drivers
STMicroelectronics has extended the STSPIN32 series of integrated motor drivers, adding eight new products to tackle cost-sensitive yet performance-hungry applications including power tools, home appliances and industrial automation.
STMicroelectronics’ STGAP3S advanced galvanically isolated gate drivers
STMicroelectronics’ STGAP3S family of gate drivers for silicon-carbide (SiC) and IGBT power switches combines ST’s latest robust galvanic isolation technology with optimised desaturation protection and flexible Miller-clamp architecture.
eInfochips and NXP collaborate to enable battery energy storage customers
eInfochips has announced its expanded collaboration with NXP Semiconductors to help accelerate the development of industrial high-voltage battery energy storage systems.
Transtector rolls out AC surge protectors
Transtector has just introduced a new line of AC surge protectors for LED lighting and whole home surge protection. They are panel-style and rated to be located indoors or outdoors.
8.5kW AI data centre power supply powered by GaN and SiC
Navitas Semiconductor has announced the world’s first 8.5kW power supply unit (PSU), powered by GaN and SiC technologies to achieve 98% efficiency, for next-generation AI and hyperscale data centres.