Attendees of this year’s Battery Show in Novi, Mich., could be excused for not knowing what to expect on the show floor as trade events start to come back from a year-and-a-half hiatus. The above clip gives a glimpse of what the experience was like. Aside from the occasional mask wearer, it seemed like business […]
Automotive
PMICs target ADAS, satellite camera module apps
ROHM Semiconductor announced new SerDes ICs (BU18xMxx-C series*) and a Power Management IC (PMIC) (BD86852MUF-C) ideal for vehicle satellite camera modules for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). The new products not only solve issues concerning the miniaturization and low power consumption of modules but also provide features such as low electromagnetic noise (EMI) that reduces development […]
New 6-mohm SiC FET handles 750 V
UnitedSiC has responded to the power designer’s requests for higher-performance, higher-efficient SiC FETs with the announcement of the industry’s best 750V, 6mohm device. At an RDS(on) value of less than half the nearest SiC MOSFET competitor, the new 6mohm device also provides a robust short-circuit withstand time rating of 5s. Today’s announcement includes 9 new […]
Plug-and-play gate drivers handle 3.3-kV IGBT modules
Power Integrations announced SCALE-iFlex Single gate-drivers for the popular “New Dual” 100 mm x 140 mm IGBT modules. The compact new drivers support modules up to 3.3 kV and are available now for design-in. The SCALE-iFlex Single gate-drivers are ideal for light-rail, renewable energy generation, and other high-reliability applications that demand compact, rugged driver solutions. […]
Transformers for ultrasonic sensing applications
Ultrasonic sensing is used in various automotive and industrial applications ranging from liquid level sensing to robot obstacle detection and automated parking assistance. Transformer-based designs can produce highly accurate solutions with maximum ranging distances. This FAQ will review several applications for ultrasonic sensing, compare the capabilities of transformer drive with direct drive solutions, and then […]
Battery management system targets robotics, AGV, 2/3-wheeler apps
The new i-BMS Battery Management System from Lithium Balance, acquired by Sensata earlier in the year, is a cell chemistry agnostic, compact, integrated BMS developed for the cost-optimized mass-production of applications up to 60 V, such as two and three-wheelers, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and robotics. The i-BMS is a long-term solution for customers who […]
IBGT-based power modules handle up to 750 A
Infineon Technologies AG launches new current ratings for its EconoDUAL 3 portfolio with TRENCHSTOP IGBT7 chips. With the broad range of current classes from 300 A up to 900 A, the portfolio offers inverter designers a high degree of flexibility while also providing increased power density and performance. In addition to solar and drive applications, the portfolio […]
Common-mode filters handle high-temp automotive apps
TDK Corporation announced the development of its KCZ1210AH series of miniaturized common-mode filters for automotive applications. The series is extremely compact, measuring 1.25 (L) x 1.0 (W) x 0.5 mm (H), which contributes to a smaller footprint on the substrate and provides a noise control function for different transmission signal lines for automobiles. With an […]
Automotive-compliant, current limit power switch can be set between 125mA and 1735mA
Diodes Incorporated introduces the AP22653Q programmable current limiting power switch. Streamlining power system design and assuring ongoing reliability, this automotive-compliant device provides a controlled and protected power path. It is rated to handle continuous load currents of up to 1.5A. Key applications include protection of vehicle USB ports and ECU supply rails, and infotainment and telematics […]
Miniature supercapacitors qualified for automotive uses
KEMET announces its new high-performance supercapacitors for automotive electronics, the FMD, and the FU0H series. This series delivers 1,000 hours at 85°C/85% RH-rated voltage and operating temperature ranging from -40°C to 85°C. The FMD series offers the highest lifetime with up to 4,000 hours. These supercapacitors are qualified for an automotive testing protocol. These capacitors […]