STMicroelectronics is introducing its third generation of STPOWER silicon-carbide (SiC) MOSFETs[1], advancing the state-of-the-art in power devices for electric-vehicle (EV) powertrains and other applications where power density, energy efficiency, and reliability are important target criteria. The market leader in SiC power MOSFETs, ST has incorporated new and advanced design know-how to open up even […]
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High-voltage MOSFETs feature fast body diodes, low resistance
Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited announced the release of 600V Low Ohmic and Fast Body Diode αMOS5 Super Junction MOSFETs Family. αMOS5 is AOS’s latest generation of high voltage MOSFET, designed to meet the high efficiency and high-density needs for Quick Charger, Adapter, PC Power, Server, Industrial Power, Telecom, and Hyperscale Datacenter applications. The first […]
MLCCs offer high capacitance stability over temperature and voltage, low parasitic losses
Knowles Precision Devices recently introduced a new range of multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) for power electronics applications. Hiteca MLCCs offer customers high capacitance stability over temperature and voltage and lower parasitic losses under common operating conditions. Hiteca MLCCs are designed to optimize the performance of power electronics used in demanding environments, such as electric vehicles […]
Battery management system enables battery hot swapping in low-voltage EVs
Sensata Technologies announced the availability of its new i-BMS battery management system (BMS) for electrified applications up to 60V. The new i-BMS Battery Management System from Sensata’s Lithium Balance product brand, acquired by Sensata earlier in the year, is cell chemistry agnostic, compact, integrated BMS developed for the cost-optimized mass-production of applications up to 60V, such as […]
LDO voltage regulator optimized for noise-sensitive automotive apps
Diodes Incorporated has introduced the AP7347DQ low dropout (LDO) voltage regulator, which is highly optimized for demanding noise-sensitive power-related automotive applications. This automotive-compliant high output accuracy LDO is AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualified, manufactured in IATF 16949 certified facilities, and fully supports automotive production part approval processes (PPAPs). These qualities make it well-suited to design into […]
AEC-Q200 compliant shielded power inductors feature high current ratings
Bourns, Inc. announced the company’s Model SRP7020TA and SRP8540A High Current Shielded Power Inductor Series. These automotive-grade, AEC-Q200 compliant inductors feature shielded construction, a metal alloy powder core, low magnetic field radiation, low buzz noise, and a wide operating temperature range of -55 to +150 °C. Both new power inductor series is designed for electromagnetic interference (EMI) filtering and […]
80-V Power MOSFETs optimized for high switching frequencies, low voltage overshoot
Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited announced the release of our latest 80V Power MOSFET using patented Shield Gate Technology which is optimized for higher switching frequencies used in telecom and server power supply to achieve higher efficiency compared to the previous generation. The new 80V Power MOSFET technology has lower switching losses in hard switching, topologies and […]
Battery management IC improves charge and fuel gauge accuracy
Analog Devices, Inc. announced the MAX17330 battery management integrated circuit (IC) with integrated fuel gauge and advanced battery protection for one-cell lithium-ion/polymer batteries that delivers a longer battery runtime for consumer applications than similar products. The new IC expands ADI’s battery management portfolio, which already delivers accuracy for the automotive and industrial markets that are […]
High-current-rated MOSFETs target EV apps
Diodes Incorporated has introduced a portfolio of automotive MOSFETs packaged in the space-saving, thermally-efficient TOLL (PowerDI1012-8) package. Capable of operating to 175°C, the 100V-rated DMTH10H1M7STLWQ, and DMTH10H2M5STLWQ, plus the 80V-rated DMTH8001STLWQ MOSFETs occupy 20% less PCB area than the TO263. These devices feature an off-board profile of just 2.4mm. This makes them ideal for use in high-reliability power […]
Schottky barrier diodes optimized for protection, rectification apps in automotive, industrial, consumer uses
ROHM Semiconductor announced its expanded portfolio of Schottky barrier diodes (SBDs) with 24 new compacts, high-efficiency models (12 RBR series and 12 RBQ series). These devices – 178 in total – are ideal for protection and rectification circuits in automotive, industrial equipment, and consumer applications. Diodes are commonly used in a variety of circuits for rectification and protection. […]