Diodes Incorporated has introduced the AP61406Q, an automotive-qualified synchronous buck converter designed for point-of-load regulators in systems such as infotainment, instrument clusters, telematics modules, and advanced driver assistance systems. The device supports up to 4 A output current with a maximum input voltage of 5.5 V and is intended for compact, high-efficiency DC-DC conversion in […]
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Hybrid PV PMIC cold-starts at 275 mV, 5 µW
e-peas has introduced the AEM15820, an energy-harvesting power-management IC designed to interface with hybrid photovoltaic cells that operate across both indoor and outdoor lighting conditions. Hybrid PV sources can produce very low power under indoor illumination and scale to much higher levels in direct sunlight, creating a wide operating range that requires efficient conversion and […]
65 W GaN flyback integrates 700 V switch and controller
STMicroelectronics has expanded its VIPerGaN family with the VIPerGaN65W, a 65-watt flyback converter that integrates a 700 V GaN power transistor and a quasi-resonant PWM controller in a 5 mm × 6 mm Power QFN package. The device is designed for USB-PD adapters, fast battery chargers, and auxiliary power supplies that require high efficiency in […]
Integrated RC device reduces SiC switching losses and ringing
Melexis has introduced the MLX91299, a silicon-based RC snubber designed for use with silicon carbide (SiC) power modules in automotive and industrial high-voltage systems. The device combines a resistor and a capacitor in a compact structure that supports the mitigation of voltage transients, oscillations, and parasitic effects that commonly occur in wide-bandgap power electronics operating […]
Boost controller powers LEDs for automotive display panels
Diodes Incorporated introduces the AL3069Q, an automotive-compliant* high-efficiency 60V boost controller for backlight applications. The device includes four 80V high-precision current sink channels to accommodate larger LED display panels, and extensive diagnostic functions for optimum system safety and reliability. Applications include infotainment panels, instrument clusters, and heads-up displays. With built-in adaptive boost voltage control, the […]
MCU integrates edge processing for advanced EV battery systems
Infineon Technologies AG introduces the PSOC 4 HVPA-SPM 1.0, an advanced microcontroller designed for high-voltage Li-ion battery management in electric vehicles (xEVs). The microcontroller combines precision, safety, and programmability, while supporting zonal architectures and the transition to Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs). To maximize its impact, Infineon is partnering with Munich Electrification, a leading provider of innovative […]
Expanded converter line delivers up to 80 A output current
TDK Corporation has expanded its TDK-Lambda i7A series of non-isolated DC-DC buck converters with new models rated up to 1000 W output power. The additions support output currents of 60 A and 80 A and maintain the existing 1/16-brick footprint. Each converter includes redundant input and output power pins to accommodate higher current delivery and […]
Automotive e-fuse controller reacts within 100 microseconds to faults
STMicroelectronics has introduced the VNF1248F automotive e-fuse MOSFET controller, the newest device in its STi2Fuse family. The controller provides rapid fault response, flexible configuration options, and low-power operation for use in vehicle power distribution and safety-critical systems. The VNF1248F reacts to faults within 100 microseconds—faster than a traditional wire fuse—to help prevent fault propagation within […]
Low power supply line offers universal AC input and PFC design
Acopian Technical Company has introduced the Low Profile 2 series of switching regulated power supplies designed for use in applications requiring compact, high-power performance. The units provide up to 900 watts of single-output AC-DC or DC-DC power and operate with a universal AC input range. Each model includes power factor correction, remote sensing, programmable voltage […]
High-current, low-inductance power inductor meets automotive temperature rating
Coilcraft announces a new series of molded power inductors designed for high-current, low-inductance applications in fast DC-DC conversion systems. The components support ultra-low inductance values starting around 40 nH, enabling rapid transient response in low-voltage, high-current converter topologies. These inductors are optimized for use in single-phase and multi-phase VRMs and point-of-load regulators, offering high current […]
