Recent #Power news in the semiconductor industry

3 months ago

➀ Harwin has expanded its Kona high-power connector series with right-angled 4, 3, and 2-pin variants, delivering 60A per contact and EMI shielding for robust performance in extreme environments;

➁ The connectors feature PPS housings, aluminum alloy shields, and operate across -65°C to +150°C, supporting board/panel mounting and flying-lead applications;

➂ Designed for aerospace, automotive, and industrial uses, these UK-manufactured connectors enhance reliability with polarized housings and corrosion-resistant gold-plated beryllium copper contacts.

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3 months ago

➀ Recom launched a compact 15W AC-DC converter (RAC15-xxSK/WI series) with an ultra-wide input range of 18-264V AC or 18-375V DC, available in five output voltages (5V to 54V).

➁ The module achieves ~82% efficiency, delivers full 15W output above 48V AC, and operates reliably at up to 85°C ambient temperature under convection cooling, meeting reinforced isolation and Class B EMC standards.

➂ Designed for applications with variable input voltages or multi-region compatibility, it supports industrial and household uses per UL/IEC/EN 62368-1 and IEC 60335-1 certifications.

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4 months ago

➀ Analog Devices introduces the ADHV4710, a ±55V/±1A power op-amp with digital control via a 19MHz SPI interface for setting parameters like current limits and thermal thresholds;

➀ The amplifier supports large capacitive loads, configurable gain modes (high/low), and adaptive bias current for improved large-signal bandwidth (2.3MHz at 80Vp-p);

➂ Designed for applications such as power amplifiers, programmable power supplies, and piezoelectric drivers, requiring a 5V reference and heatsink for thermal management up to 19W.

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4 months ago

➀ This article introduces a reference design from Texas Instruments (TI) for controlling Vienna rectifiers in high-power systems. It includes tools for control, monitoring, and faster development.

➁ The design is based on the TIDA-010257 reference design, which demonstrates a method to control the power stage using the C2000 microcontroller (MCU). It also provides a graphical user interface (GUI) for monitoring and controlling the Vienna rectifier.

➂ The design is suitable for various high-power applications, including air conditioner outdoor units, heat pumps, EV charging infrastructure, telecom rectifiers, and factory automation and control systems.

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5 months ago

➀ Infineon is planning a 100V GaN transistor with an integrated Schottky diode for hard-switched power topologies;

➁ The lack of body diode in GaN-based topologies can lead to higher power losses due to the larger effective body diode voltage;

➂ The new device is designed to reduce dead-time and maintain efficiency by connecting a Schottky diode in anti-parallel with the GaN transistor.

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5 months ago

➀ Navitas Semiconductor发布了首款量产的650V双向氮化镓(GaN)快充IC,结合了隔离式栅极驱动器。

➁ 这些IC支持单阶段双向系统(BDS),可取代传统的两阶段功率转换设计,适用于电动汽车充电、太阳能逆变器和电机驱动等应用。

➂ 使用这些IC的制造商报告称,成本降低了10%,能源节约20%,体积减少了50%。

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5 months ago

➀ Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation has launched 25 new 6th-generation Super Junction (SJ) MOSFETs, which are designed for various applications such as AI TVs, smart appliances, industrial equipment, and electric vehicle (EV) chargers.

➁ These new MOSFETs offer improved switching speeds (up to 23% faster), reduced size (about 30% smaller), and enhanced reliability compared to the previous generation.

➂ The products support voltage ratings of 600V, 650V, and 700V, and are available in multiple package types including TO220, TO220FT, SOT223, and others.

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6 months ago

➀ Infineon Technologies AG has launched the industry's first discrete 2000 V silicon carbide (SiC) Schottky diodes, known as the CoolSiC Schottky Diode 2000 V G5 family, in September 2024. These diodes are now available in the TO-247-2 package, enabling easier design transitions and reducing component count by up to 50%.

➁ The diodes offer several key features such as no reverse recovery current, no forward recovery, high surge current capability, temperature-independent switching behavior, low forward voltage drop, and consistent forward voltage characteristics. They are designed to work optimally with Infineon’s 2000 V CoolSiC MOSFETs.

➂ The new diodes are ideal for applications like solar inverters and electric vehicle chargers, supporting higher power levels and enhancing system performance through simplified designs and improved efficiency.

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6 months ago

➀ Vishay Intertechnology推出了新的WSBE系列AEC-Q200认证的Power Metal Strip分流电阻,具有行业领先的±10 ppm/°C的TCR。

➁ WSBE系列电阻广泛应用于汽车、能源、工业和航天领域,如电池管理系统(BMS)、充电基础设施、UPS备份、电机驱动和卫星等。

➂ 这些电阻通过固态金属电阻元件和专利的TCR抑制技术实现了低TCR,从而减少了温度补偿的需求,简化了校准过程并提高了设计精度。

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7 months ago

➀ Infineon Technologies AG 推出了新的CoolGaN G3晶体管,包括100V和80V两种型号,提供超低电阻和卓越的热性能。

➁ 新的晶体管采用行业标准封装,易于多源和与硅基设计无缝集成。

➂ 样品将于2025年4月提供,这些新设备有望简化氮化镓技术在数据通信、消费电子和工业电源应用中的采用。

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7 months ago

➀ Amphenol推出了一种名为Amphe-PRB系列的坚固塑料圆形连接器,旨在取代圆形金属电源连接器,并可用于处理单相、两相或三相电源。

➁ 这些连接器具有专用的接地接触,适用于替代能源、电信和任何由电动机供电的设备,包括电动汽车或混合动力车。

➂ 它被设计为防触电,并具有IP67的防护等级。

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7 months ago

TDK has developed inductors for automotive power-over-coax applications up to 1.6A. These inductors are an expansion of the 4.5 x 3.2 x 3.2mm ADL4532VK series and are rated for use across -55 to +155°C. They are designed for power-over-coax applications that require data to be separated from power and offer filtering capabilities.

According to the company, the series delivers high impedance across a frequency range from tens of megahertz to hundreds of megahertz.

Some key specifications include 3μH inductance, 125mΩ DC resistance, and the ability to handle up to 2.1A typical current at 25°C.

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7 months ago

TDK has introduced Class-X2 EMI suppression capacitors, the B3292x series, which are 20% smaller and more humidity resistant than previous models. The series meets Grade III Test B for temperature, humidity, and bias and is available in sizes ranging from 18 x 5 x 10.5mm to 42 x 14 x 25mm with values from 0.1 to 4.7µF. The capacitors are rated for 305Vac and can handle a maximum 630Vdc continuously, with operating temperatures from -40 to +110°C.

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7 months ago

➀ Revine Tech has introduced the RTPM series, a DC power supply featuring a built-in multimeter, USB connectivity, and testing functions.

➁ The RTPM series is designed for engineers, technicians, and researchers needing a reliable power supply with integrated measurement capabilities.

➂ It supports voltage, current, and resistance measurements, and includes safety features such as over-voltage and over-current protection.

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