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The 5th IEEE International Conference on DC Microgrids (ICDCM)

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ieee-icdcm.org

Event News
2023-09-10

The International Conference on DC Microgrids (ICDCM) will be taking place from 15-17 November 2023 at Auckland University of Technology in Auckland, New Zealand. The conference will include oral presentations, poster sessions, plenary sessions, educational tutorials, vendor shows, excursions, and social programs. ICDCM aims to bring together professionals from industry and researchers in the field of DC microgrids and related technologies to advance understanding and capability for endpoint use of DC systems and technologies. Technical sessions will be arranged around focus areas - the use of DC systems with low voltage (up to 1500 VDC) in kW power scale in residential and commercial application and MW power scale in industrial applications as a part of private or public installations with up to several thousand Volts. The conference will include oral presentations, poster sessions, plenary sessions, educational tutorials, vendor shows, excursions, and social programs.

Premium Battery Cells for Electromobility

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customcells.org

Product Release
2023-09-07

An essential prerequisite for the further expansion and acceptance of electromobility in Germany is a sustainable and high-performance battery cell technology, in addition to the expansion of charging infrastructure. The International Motor Show (IAA) in Munich is traditionally the showcase of the future for the automotive industry. Numerous automakers and suppliers presented their innovations and visionary concepts for sustainable, digital and, above all, electric mobility to an international audience. Behind each of the newly presented electric vehicles is a component that is invisible from the outside, but crucial: the battery cell. CustomCells develops and supplies the latest lithium-ion cell technology and focuses on customized premium battery cells that power e-cars of today and tomorrow. This year's IAA has once again made it clear that the future of mobility is electric. At the official opening of the mobility trade show, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz reaffirmed the German government's goal of putting 15 million electric cars on the roads by 2030. VDA President Hildegard Müller spoke of a "performance show of innovations" and emphasized the holistic progress in the field of electromobility. In addition to the expansion of the charging infrastructure, a key prerequisite for the further ramp-up and acceptance of electromobility is sustainable and high-performance battery cell technology in Germany. The battery is one of the central components of an electric car, regardless of segment and vehicle class: it influences both the range and the performance of the vehicle and, with a cost share of up to 40 percent, is the most expensive but also the most central individual component.

Expansion of the European Semiconductor Industry

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cor.europa.eu

Industry News
2023-09-07

The European Committee of the Regions, together with the Free State of Saxony, has launched the European Semiconductor Regions Alliance – a political network of regions engaged to strengthen Europe's capacity to produce semiconductors and microelectronics, reducing its dependency from supplies from third countries. The Alliance aims to identify and help remove the obstacles to the industry's strategic development by improving the legal framework, promoting public and private investment, supporting the sharing of knowledge and the development of strong and resilient value chains. The global semiconductor shortage has exposed regions' and cities' dependence on supply from a limited number of companies and its vulnerability to export restrictions from third countries and other disruptions in the current geopolitical context. The EU's share of the global semiconductor market is currently 10% by value, far below its economic weight. In order to support the expansion and diversification of the chip sector in the European Union, 27 regions from 12 Member States have joined forces to form the European Semiconductor Regions Alliance (ESRA) to share their experience in this strategic field and to help strengthen Europe as a key player in the global competition with the US and China.

The Battery Show India 2023 Preview Elevates Industry Conversations, Paves the Way for a Sustainable Future

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thebatteryshowindia.com

Event News
2023-09-06

Informa Markets in India is all set to unveil the inaugural edition of The Battery Show India (TBSI), an event poised to redefine the landscape of advanced battery manufacturing within the country. Born from the success stories of The Battery Show in the USA and Europe, the long-awaited debut of the Indian chapter is poised to become the annual go-to event for fostering connections within India's battery, energy storage, and transportation sectors. Co-located with the Renewable Energy India (REI) Expo, Asia's largest and most influential renewable energy event, the expos are scheduled from October 4th to 6th, 2023, at the India Expo Centre in Greater Noida, Delhi-NCR. TBSI offers a valuable crossover with Renewable Energy Sector Stakeholders, extending into the energy storage domain and addressing a key challenge for renewables. The Battery Show India and Renewable Energy India together anticipate attracting approximately 40,000 visitors, fostering a dynamic convergence of industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders.

Second Gen DC-DC Converter for eMobility

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belfuse.com

Product Release
2023-09-06

Bel Fuse announced the release of the Bel Power Solutions 700DNG40-24-8, the second generation 4 kW liquid cooled DC-DC converter. The unit creates DC voltages in hybrid and electric vehicles suitable to power low voltage accessories, replacing a traditional alternator. The converter is smaller and operates at a wider input voltage range from 450 to 900 Vdc than its 700DNC40-24-8G predecessor, delivering up to 4000 W of output power. Housed in a compact design weighing only 4.5kg, the unit is fit for a variety of deployments in construction, mining, bus and trucking, along with marine and ground support equipment. Features include efficiency of up to 95%, high reliability, low output voltage noise, and excellent dynamic response to load/input changes. Plus, the 700DNG40-24-8 converter is parallelable up to 8 units, and includes optional UDS functionality, CAN FD and cybersecurity. The 700DNG40-24-8 DC-DC converter is available immediately.

The smarter E South America 2023 – LATAM's Innovation Hub for the New Energy World

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thesmartere.com.br

Event News
2023-09-06

It took just one decade for PV solar energy to rise to a position of prominence in the Brazilian market. It is now the second largest electricity generation technology, accounting for 15% of the Brazilian electricity mix, with an installed capacity of 33.5 GW. It has created 1 million new jobs and accrued more than R$163 billion in investments between 2012 and 2023. The smarter E South America, LATAM's Innovation Hub for the New Energy World, in São Paulo, is a reflection of these impressive figures. The 10th anniversary of the exhibition and conference Intersolar South America is another indicator of how the market has evolved. During the festivities of this important milestone for the event, special Awards were dedicated to its pioneers and supporters. The figures show that Brazil is on its way to becoming a great market player in renewable energy. The event is itself evidence of the market's strength and growth: around 50,000 visitors came to Expo Center Norte in the three days from August 29 to 31, of whom more than 2,500 attended the conferences. The smarter E South America brings together Intersolar South America, LATAM's Largest Exhibition and Conference for the Solar Industry, ees South America, LATAM's Hot Spot for Batteries & Energy Storage Systems, and Eletrotec+EM-Power South America, The Exhibition for Electrical Infrastructure and Energy Management.

Polymer Hybrid Capacitors

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industry.panasonic.eu

Product Release
2023-09-06

The ZUU series of conductive polymer hybrid aluminium electrolytic capacitors from Panasonic Industry benefit from some of the best technical specifications currently available on the market for this type of capacitor. ZUU series components feature the highest ripple current handling capability of 6.1 Arms maximum (a 60% increase over our previous series) at both 125°C and 135°C, together with the largest capacitance value of 1,000µF maximum (an 80% increase over our previous series) and the lowest ESR value of 8mΩ minimum. The lifetime of the capacitors is also very good with 4000h at both 125°C and 135°C. Fully AEC-Q200 compliant, ZUU series polymer hybrid capacitors are ideal for use in several 'under the hood' automotive applications like pump, electric power steering, cooling fans, high current DC to DC converter and ADAS. Further target applications are telecommunications (DC to DC converter and AC to DC converter in base stations, servers, routers and switches), industrial (inverter power supply in robotics) as well as general power supplies (DC side of both inverter and rectifier circuits). Upon request also vibration-proof variants of ZUU capacitors with 6mm diameter or greater are available These devices can withstand shocks of as much as 30G. Standard parts can withstand 10G maximum.

Switching Regulator has Pre-Formed Leads

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recom-power.com

Product Release
2023-09-06

RECOM's low-cost R-78K-2.0 series is now available with 90 degree, pre-formed, through-hole pins for horizontal mounting where a low profile of just 8.5mm is an advantage. The R-78K-2.0(L) has the same electrical specifications and fixed output options from 1.2V to 15V, with a maximum input voltage of 36V. The low-profile, horizontal mounting option suits products with component height restrictions and is complemented by the high efficiency achieved, peaking at 96%. This means that no heatsinking is required, further saving space and costs. The R-78K-2.0(L) series has a maximum case temperature of +110°C, allowing operation to +90°C ambient for some variants without derating, dependent on the input voltage. Quiescent current is 1mA maximum for energy savings and extended battery life in portable equipment. Input under-voltage and short-circuit protection is provided, and the parts are certified to IEC/EN 62368-1 3^rd edition.

25 Years of Switch-Mode Power Supply Units – A Success Story from Baden

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inpotron.com

Industry News
2023-09-06

What began in 1997 with an innovative switch-mode power supply unit, is now a company with 250 employees which produces individual power supply solutions. inpotron Schaltnetzteile GmbH isn't just looking back on a successful quarter of a century packed with innovations; thanks to its agile company culture, it is also well-prepared for the future. During the 1990s, electronics and digital technologies became increasingly prevalent in industry, office and consumer electronics. The transformer power supply units common at the time quickly reached technical limitations with the type of power supply used. The market demanded power supply units which were not only smaller and more efficient, but also ones which could reliably avert power fluctuations, to prevent the increasingly sensitive devices from crashing. Friedrich Spaun, owner of Spaun Electronic GmbH in Singen, was also on the hunt for developers for this new type of power supply unit. In Hermann Püthe he found a young electronics engineer, who developed switch-mode power supply units corresponding to the particular demands of the market. As this was welcomed with enthusiasm among customers, more orders followed, and soon the pair agreed on founding Spaun Schaltnetzteile GmbH. With a team of six people, the new company bought its first building in Hilzingen in 1998. Then, the main focus was on the development and production of 8 to 50 watt low-power units using a flyback converter topology. From the very beginning, they didn't merely plan to meet the needs of the co-shareholder Spaun; they planned to gain more customers. At the end of the first year, the young company recorded a turnover of 1.6 million German marks already. Only four years later, the now 23 employees had exceeded the turnover threshold of 2.5 million euros, with an annual production of 165,000 switch-mode power supply units. In spite of adding floors to the company premises, the company was quickly running out of space. For this reason - to mark the 10th anniversary of the company - new headquarters were purchased at Hebelsteinstraße in Hilzingen, and the company was renamed "inpotron Schaltnetzteile GmbH". This building was supposed to meet the need for space for the next 20 years. However, even the financial and economic crisis in 2008 and 2009 couldn't hold back the growth of inpotron for very long. In 2013, inpotron had to create a bit more space with construction and the purchase of a new distribution and logistics centre. The development of the building is - to a great extent - a visible sign of the agile culture of this business. From the very beginning, the team led by Hermann Püthe reacted in versatile and unique ways to the needs of their customers. True to the motto "from customer wishes to customer advantages", the power supply units at inpotron are developed and produced at the very limit of what is physically feasible – without compromise. At that, the company neglects neither their reliability nor their sustainability. Even twenty years later, inpotron switch-mode power supply units are still available, but the technology behind them is state of the art. With this strategy, the company which now comprises 250 people, also overcame the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic. It's therefore no surprise, that the 25th anniversary on Hebelsteinstraße was once again celebrated with the official opening of a new building extension. The company slogan "activates your best" is the best way to express the company spirit.

Evaluation Board for 65 W Multi-Port Fast Chargers

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powerdensity.com

Product Release
2023-09-06

Silanna Semiconductor has unveiled an evaluation board that simplifies the design, testing and prototyping of 65 W multi-port USB-PD and QC fast charging applications. Designed to deliver a real-life implementation when used with a front-end AC/DC converter, the SZPL3002AA-EVB03 integrates three Silanna SZPL3002A DC/DC converter ICs, which are integrated buck converters offering intelligent power sharing capabilities. Two USB-C female connectors and one USB-A connector are provided, while screw terminals are located at the input for connection to a DC supply (typically 24 V). The board is preconfigured from the factory with contract configurations for two 65 W Type-C PD ports and an 18 W QC Type-A port. Total power delivered by the EVB is limited to 65 W and is constantly monitored and re-allocated between ports by the firmware. The switching frequency is set to 667 kHz with 8 ms of soft-start time. An I²C bus interface allows for inter-IC communication among the SZPL3002A devices for advanced applications in shared power, multiple output charging ports. The bus also facilitates programming on-board OTP memories. Incorporating a built-in USB PD/FC port controller and operating with efficiencies to 98%, the Silanna SZPL3002 DC/DC converter is supplied in a QFN 5 mm x 5 mm thermally enhanced package and significantly reduces the number of components needed to implement 65 W fast charger and adapter applications. These include AC/DC chargers, multiple output USB-PD charging strips and USB-PD outputs in displays, televisions, docking stations and laptops.

Great Place to Work

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we-online.com

Industry News
2023-09-06

Wurth Electronics Midcom Inc, German Branch, with its EU headquarters in Munich, was awarded the eponymous seal of approval as a very attractive employer by the independent organization Great Place to Work. In an internationally established and proven certification process, the evaluated company was able to demonstrate credible, fair leadership, active promotion of employees, respect, trust, pride and team spirit. "Employers look very closely at high potentials," says Stefan Mager, recruiter for the Munich site. "Anyone who wants to stay ahead in the race for the best talent today must demonstrate authentic processes based on comprehensible criteria and face a thoroughly objective assessment." This was one of the reasons why the Würth Elektronik subsidiary had itself independently certified. Great Place to Work specifically asked employees how the company was doing in terms of key factors such as leadership culture, promotion, respect, trust, pride and team spirit. In the comparative benchmark to the top 100 employers in Germany the results in the areas of respect, team spirit and pride are clearly above the average value.

Integrated GaN Platform for Demanding Applications

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navitassemi.com

Product Release
2023-09-06

Navitas Semiconductor announced the world-wide launch of GaNSafe, a wide bandgap power platform, at a special customer, partner and press event in Taiwan. Navitas has optimized its 4th-generation gallium nitride technology for demanding, high-power applications in data centers, solar / energy storage and EV markets, where efficiency, power density and robust & reliable operation are critical. At the worldwide launch event at the Marriot Taipei, Navitas' David Carroll, Sr. VP Worldwide Sales, and Charles Bailley, Sr. Director Business Development introduced Navitas and the GaNSafe platform to an invited VIP audience of over 50 high-ranking customer attendees, plus industry partners and international media. The 4th-generation GaN power ICs are manufactured in Hsinchu, by long-term Navitas partner TSMC. Navitas' GaNFast power ICs integrate gallium nitride (GaN) power and drive, with control, sensing, and protection to enable faster charging, higher power density, and greater energy savings, with over 100,000,000 units shipped, and a 20-year warranty. Now, the GaNSafe platform has been engineered with additional, application-specific protection features, functions and new, high-power packaging to deliver enabling performance under grueling high-temperature, long-duration conditions.

65 GHz 12-Bit Oscilloscope Platform

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teledynelecroy.com

Product Release
2023-09-05

LeCroy announced the launch of its WaveMaster 8000HD high-bandwidth, high definition oscilloscope (HDO) platform with models from 20 to 65 GHz of bandwidth, 12 bits of resolution, up to 320 GS/s of sample rate and a 8 gigapoints (Gpts) of acquisition memory. The WaveMaster 8000HD retains the unrivaled validation and debug capabilities of its predecessor while adding SDA Expert serial data analysis software options for testing next-generation serial data technologies. Serial data technologies are increasing in speed - PCI Express (PCIe) 6.0 delivers a 64 gigatransfers per second (GT/s) data rate while USB4 Specification v2.0 delivers 80 gigabits per second (Gbps). Both standards use multi-level pulse-amplitude-modulation (PAM) signals. The increase in speed and the use of multi-level signaling requires both increased oscilloscope bandwidth and resolution. Serial data link complexity is also increasing through the use of dynamic link equalization, negotiation, training and handshaking operations to establish and maintain the highest transfer rates. Some of these operations are performed over parallel low-speed serial data links using a combination of physical layer signals and protocol communications.

PCIM Asia Showcased the Future of Power Electronics

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pcimasia-expo.cn

Event News
2023-09-05

With 181 exhibitors and 15,348 visits, this year's edition of PCIM Asia saw three days of business exchange, networking and showcases of the most innovative products on the market. In addition to the exhibition, there were 49 presentations at the PCIM Asia concurrent forums, and a further 72 presentations at the PCIM Asia 2023 conference. Participants were excited to gather once again in Shanghai, remarking on the positive direction of the industry. Themed zones made a return to the exhibition with the E-mobility Zone, 3rd Generation Semiconductor Pavilion, Poster Session Area (part of the Conference), and University Zone all making an appearance this year. Products featured included power semiconductor components and modules, electrical devices, passive components, thermal management, test and measurement and more. Concurrent forums included the Power Electronics Application Forum, The 3rd Generation Semiconductor Forum, New energy development under the carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals, Electrical transportation technology in the Industry 4.0 era, as well as the Shanghai International Smart Home Energy Efficiency Control and Home Energy Management Forum. "All the topics we are addressing at the conference are key trends in power electronics, especially here in China, where energy-related and mobility topics are the future. We are just at the beginning of the conference, and you can already see the discussions firing up, with many experts attending and asking the right questions, so I'm really happy with this edition so far." said Professor Leo Lorenz, President, ECPE. The next edition will take place from 28 – 30 August 2024 at the Shenzhen World Exhibition and Convention Center.

GaN Power Stage ICs Contribute to Smaller Size and Lower Loss

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rohm.com

Product Release
2023-08-31

ROHM has developed power stage ICs with built-in 650V GaN HEMTs and gate driver - the BM3G0xxMUV-LB series. The devices are ideal for primary power supplies inside industrial and consumer applications such as data servers and AC adapters. Consumer and industrial sectors more and more demand greater energy savings to achieve a sustainable society in the last few years. However, while GaN HEMTs are expected to significantly contribute to greater miniaturization and improved power conversion efficiency, the difficulty in handling the gate compared to silicon MOSFETs requires the use of a dedicated gate driver. In response, ROHM developed power stage ICs that integrate GaN HEMTs and gate drivers into a single package by leveraging core power and analog technologies, facilitating mounting considerably. On top, the BM3G0xxMUV-LB series (BM3G015MUV-LB, BM3G007MUV-LB) incorporates additional functions and peripheral components designed to maximize GaN HEMT performance along with 650V GaN HEMTs - the next generation of power devices. And ROHM's features such as a wide drive voltage range (2.5V to 30V) enable compatibility with virtually any controller IC in primary power supplies - facilitating replacement of existing silicon (Super Junction) MOSFETs. This makes it possible to simultaneously reduce component volume and power loss by approx. 99% and 55%, respectively, achieving higher efficiency in a smaller size.

RT Choke Series Mitigates EMI Issues in Robotics and Motor Drives

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schaffner.com

Product Release
2023-08-30

Schaffner has extended its range of filtering solutions for suppressing electromagnetic interference (EMI) with a common-mode choke series designed for use with mid-size power range drives frequently used in robotics and motor drives. If not dealt with, EMI could cause robots to behave with unexpected movements, representing a serious risk to factory workers as well as the possibility of costly damage. In addition, EMI could interfere with functional-safety systems, such as the false triggering of a safety mechanism, leading to unnecessary equipment stoppages or safety protection systems failing to operate when required. By fitting this new current-compensated choke – which is capable of operating at currents up to 63A – it's now easier than ever to prevent EMI noise from going to power lines and disturbing the functioning of other systems. Ensuring improved immunity against grid disturbances, the RT choke series suppresses EMI noise in PCB integrated filter designs. Schaffner developed the choke series to meet the growing use of automation and electrification across a range of industries. Designed to help minimize costs, the addition of the RT choke series will also support design engineers working across a range of industrial segments. The choke is also ideal for AC and DC filtering up to 600V in fast chargers and charging stations, uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs), switch mode power supplies (SMPSs), photovoltaic inverters, industrial LED lighting, medical and laboratory equipment.

Solutions for the Power Supply in Public Transportation

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ep-fr.mersen.com

Product Release
2023-08-30

Mersen manufactures a large variety of systems and components used for power transmission. The range of Current Collector Devices (CCD) spans from third-rail collector shoes to current collector contact strips in a wide variety of versions. An addition to the product family, the Digital Current Collector Device (D-CCD), is designed to monitor the quality of the current collection. The D-CCD measures in real time the contact force (N) exerted by the collector shoe on the third rail as well as the acceleration of the collector arm (shocks) and the temperature increase caused by the current flowing through the shoe. The data is time-stamped and then synchronized with the Train Control & Management System (TCMS). The use of the D-CCD makes it possible to reduce the wear on current collectors and third-rail shoes to a substantial degree. Mersen also offers vehicle manufacturers one of the largest ranges of powerful, compact, light, and robust knife switches. Ideal for subway systems, the 4 positions knife switch disconnectors are used, for instance, by the New York Metro R211. They are designed for applications at 600VDCand are operated by hand in an insulated handle. Since the knife switches have a modular and flexible design, they can be adapted to all electrical configurations. Better yet, the knife switches from Mersen also possess self-cleaning knife contacts, can be easily linked to the circuit, and have a life span of at least 25,000 switching cycles.

Powering Innovation: Lightning Motorcycles Accelerates into the EV Racing Record Books

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vicorpower.com

Industry News
2023-08-29

"After the first ride I was convinced that electric motorcycles should be a business. The bike gives you a feeling of limitless torque, with no vibration, no noise and no heat – there is almost a magical feeling to it." That was the experience of Richard Hatfield, founder and CEO of Lightning Motorcycles Corporation, which now holds the land speed record for electric motorcycles, exceeding 215mph. The San Carlos, CA, company was founded in 2007, just a few streets over from another electric vehicle pioneer – Tesla. San Carlos at that time was ground zero for electric vehicle development and collaboration. After developing early prototypes with his original EV motorcycle design, Hatfield equipped his next bike with a Tesla motor and Lightning was born. Building on their history of motorbike performance excellence, the next challenges were range and charging time. Lightning's latest battery packs replaced the typical graphite anode with silicon anodes providing an energy density in the 300-watt-hour-per-kilogram range – higher than most automotive EV OEMs can achieve, according to Hatfield. Lightning's top bikes now range more than 170 miles and can recharge to 80 percent in 10 minutes. As Lightning's bikes became more sophisticated, the electronics on board demanded more power, but not weight. Managing electrical noise in a vehicle that's extremely compact and lightweight is always a challenge. Lightning adopted Vicor DCM power modules in all of its products, to power the 12V control electronics, lighting system, dash instrumentation and sensors.

Package Technology for Battery Management MOSFETs

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aosmd.com

Product Release
2023-08-29

Alpha and Omega Semiconductor introduced the company's MRigidCSP packaging technology for battery management applications. Designed to decrease on-resistance while increasing mechanical strength, AOS initially offers its MRigidCSP technology on its AOCR33105E,12V common-drain dual N-channel MOSFET. AOS' more robust package technology is particularly suited to battery applications in smartphones, tablets, and ultra-thin notebooks. Fast charging, which requires lower power loss in the battery management circuit, is now widely adopted for portable devices. As the charging currents increase, ultra-low electrical resistance is needed for improved performance. In standard wafer-level chip scale packages (WL-CSPs), the substrate can be a significant portion of the total resistance when back-to-back MOSFETs are employed in battery management applications. A thinner substrate reduces the overall resistance but drastically reduces the package's mechanical strength. This reduction of mechanical strength can lead to more stress during the PCB assembly reflow process, potentially causing warping or cracking in the die and, ultimately, failure in the application. The new AOCR33105E is designed with the latest trench-power MOSFET technology in a common drain configuration for design simplicity. It features ultra-low on resistance with ESD protection to improve performance and safety in battery management, such as protection switches and mobile battery charging and discharging circuits.

Piloting the VW ID.Buzz on the "Tour d'Excellence"

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genevamotorshow.com

Industry News
2023-08-29

From Geneva and on to Doha, the capital of Qatar: The Geneva International Motor Show has announced a special e-mobility challenge with this year's "Tour d'Excellence". The organisers are heralding the forthcoming inaugural "GIMS Qatar", which will take place from 5 to 14 October. HARTING will be supporting drivers and vehicles with its electromobility technologies on the more than 6,500 km long route. Innovative vehicles, powered by innovative technology: Piloting two VW ID.Buzz vehicles, the driver duo Frank M. Rinderknecht, founder and CEO of the concept vehicle specialist Rinspeed, and record-breaking driver Rainer Zietlow of Challenge4.de are setting their sights on an extraordinary e-mobility adventure. The HARTING Technology Group is at their side. The company is VW's Tier 1 supplier of electric cables, VW Group Award 2020 winner in the E-Mobility category and ID.Buzz supplier and develops robust, reliable and user-friendly charging solutions. As Marco Grinblats, Managing Director of HARTING Automotive, explains: "With our partnership-based participation in the 'Tour d'Excellence', we have once again taken the opportunity to demonstrate the performance of our e-mobility solutions. Robustness and performance - these product characteristics are crucial for this tour. Here, the two drivers can fully rely on our charging solutions."

'Design-In' Partner Added to European Distribution Network

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innoscience.com

Industry News
2023-08-29

Innoscience Technology has announced a distribution deal with CODICO GmbH, covering all European countries. CODICO is an abbreviation of 'The COmponent Design-In COmpany', and the company is proud to emphasize that it is its Design-In activities that set it apart from other distributors. Commented Dr Denis Marcon, Innoscience's General Manager, Europe: "Most customers are only at the start of their journey with GaN products, therefore, even though are parts are rugged, reliable and easy to use, designers will need a lot of technical support as they transition from silicon to these WBG parts. We are confident that CODICO is able to provide the technical expertise required to enable our customers to reap the benefits GaN offers." Added Thomas Berner, Product Management at CODICO: "Innoscience offers both discrete (InnoGaN) and integrated (SolidGaN) GaN power solutions and is poised to be the world's largest dedicated GaN producer with two 8-inch wafer fabs already in production. Therefore, having Innoscience on board supports our plans to grow in our target segments industrial, renewable energies and e-mobility. Innoscience's high-performance and reliable GaN-Fets match our strategy to deliver technical state-of-the art components to our customer-base and complements to the drivers we already offer."

Installation of 12-Inch Wafer Processing Line Completed

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mitsubishielectric.com

Industry News
2023-08-29

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced that the company has completed installation of its first 12-inch silicon wafer processing line at its Power Device Work's Fukuyama Factory, which manufactures power semiconductors. In addition, through sample production and testing, it has been verified that the power semiconductor chips processed on this production line achieve the required performance levels. As previously announced, Mitsubishi Electric is planning to start mass production on the 12-inch silicon wafer line in fiscal 2025. The company aims to approximately double its silicon power semiconductor wafer processing capacity by fiscal 2026 compared to fiscal 2021 levels. In recent years, the demand for power semiconductors offering efficient control of electrical power is growing as countries look to achieve carbon-free status. Power semiconductors are utilized in wide range of relevant products, including electric vehicles, consumer devices (e.g. air-conditioning systems), industrial equipment, renewable energy and traction devices, and a stable supply is required in order to meet this growing demand. Mitsubishi Electric will contribute to the realization of a carbon-free society through enhancement of its production capacity and by ensuring a stable supply of power semiconductors through the introduction of highly efficient 12-inch wafer production lines.

Manufacturing Plant Achieves LEED Gold Version 4

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ti.com

Industry News
2023-08-29

Texas Instruments announced its 300-mm semiconductor wafer fabrication plant (or "fab") in Richardson, Texas, RFAB2, achieved LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold certification under version 4 (v4). This designation makes RFAB2 the first wafer fab in the United States and the fourth in the world to achieve this more stringent certification from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) for the sustainable design, construction and operation of high-performance green buildings. "One of TI's ambitions is to be a company that our employees are personally proud to be a part of and would want as our neighbor," said Brian Dunlap, vice president, 300-mm Wafer Fab Manufacturing Operations at Texas Instruments. "We are proud that RFAB2 has achieved LEED Gold v4 certification, underscoring TI's long-standing commitment to operate in a socially thoughtful and environmentally responsible manner." RFAB2, which is TI's fourth LEED-certified manufacturing plant, was designed to reduce water and electricity usage. In fact, the fab's design, construction and operation are expected to achieve significant efficiencies, including saving 750 million gallons of potable water and almost 80,000 megawatt-hours of energy annually. The factory was also constructed using responsibly sourced materials and was designed and built in a way that fosters a healthy work environment.

High Current Rad-Hard Gallium Nitride Power Devices for Demanding Space Applications

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epc.space

Product Release
2023-08-29

EPC Space announces the introduction of two rad-hard GaN transistors with ultra-low on-resistance and high current capability for high power density solutions that are lower cost and more efficient than the nearest comparable radiation-hardened silicon MOSFET. These devices come packaged in hermetic packages in very small footprints. The EPC7020G is a 200 V, 14.5 mΩ, 200 Apulsed radiation-hardened gallium nitride transistor and the EPC7030G is a 300 V, 32 mΩ, 200 Apulsed radiation-hardened gallium nitride transistor. These devices join the 40 V, 4.5 mΩ EPC7019G and the 100 V, 4.5 mΩ EPC7018G to cover applications including power supplies for satellites and space mission equipment, motor drives for robotics, instrumentation and reaction wheels, and deep space probes. This product family comes packaged in a compact hermetic package in a footprint less than 45 mm². With higher breakdown strength, lower gate charge, lower switching losses, better thermal conductivity, and lower on-resistance, power devices based on GaN outperform silicon-based devices and enable higher switching frequencies resulting in higher power densities, higher efficiencies, and more compact and lighter weight circuitry for critical spaceborne missions. "The G-Package family offers the lowest on-resistance of any packaged rad hard transistor currently on the market," said Bel Lazar, CEO of EPC Space. "These devices offer mission-critical components with superior figure of merit, significantly smaller size, and lower cost for the space and other high-reliability markets than alternative rad hard silicon solutions".

6 Watt DC/DC Converter (DIP-16) for Industrial Applications

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tracopower.com

Product Release
2023-08-28

Traco's TEL 6 & TEL 6WI are two series of isolated 6 Watt converters which come in an ultra compact DIP-16 metal package. They solidify the package standard in this power range with a power density of 1,6 W/cm³ by almost doubling the power density compared to 6 Watt converters in DIP-24 packages. The TEL 6 and TEL 6WI offer wide 2:1 or 4:1 input voltage ranges respectively and feature a high efficiency of up to 87% which enables an operation temperature of up to +70°C at full load and up to +85°C with 60% load. With only a single input capacitor (SMD) the converters comply with conducted and radiated emission standard EN 55032 class A. Overall they feature an economical solution for space critical and cost sensitive applications in instrumentation, IT and industrial electronics.

Joining Forces to build Norwegian Battery Supply-Chain

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Industry News
2023-08-28

Morrow Batteries of Arendal, Norway, announces it is entering into a strategic partnership with Nordic Batteries and Eldrift to develop complete battery packs for mobile and stationary battery energy storage solutions (BESS). The overall project and product pipeline amounts to 7 GWh until 2030. The three Norwegian companies will comprise a large part of the battery systems supply chain. Morrow will supply prismatic cells with the existing LFP technology and the next-generation LNMO-X chemistry. "We are incredibly excited to announce this Norwegian partnership. An integrated battery value-chain is critical to succeed in the global battery industry, and Norway is leading that race", says Morrow CEO Lars Christian Bacher. "Norway has all the prerequisites to become a leading battery player in Europe: ample renewable energy at competitive prices, industrial leadership, materials and technological development tradition and culture. In addition, the Nordic model for tripartisanship and cooperation in the workplace helps put quality and products first and centre," he adds. McKinsey & Co. has identified batteries as one of Norway's principal potential green industries in the future. According to the consultancy, a rapid and broad strengthening of all parts of the battery value chain is needed to satisfy the global battery shortage.

Dielectric Material for High Voltage Ceramic Capacitors

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deantechnology.com

Product Release
2023-08-24

Dean Technology announces the launch of its Class II Y6P dielectric material for ceramic capacitors. This material offers superior performance and reliability for high voltage and high temperature applications. DTI's Y6P dielectric material is a Class II ceramic capacitor dielectric that has a high dielectric constant, low dissipation factor, and excellent stability over a wide temperature range. It is available in a variety of capacitance values and voltage ratings to meet the specific requirements of various applications, such as power supplies, lighting systems, motor control, and other high-performance electronics. Y6P capacitors offer reliable operation, making them an excellent choice for critical projects. The material is also compliant with RoHS and REACH regulations. The devices offer a capacitance range from 100pF to 3200pF – with standard tolerances of ±20% – voltages from 3 to 20kVDC, and operate over a temperature range of -30 to +105°C.

Discrete 650 V IGBTs for Energy-Efficient Power Applications

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infineon.com

Product Release
2023-08-23

Infineon Technologies expands its 7th generation TRENCHSTOP IGBT family with the discrete 650 V IGBT7 H7 variant. The devices feature an EC7 co-packed diode with an emitter-controlled design, coupled with high-speed technology to address the escalating need for environmentally conscious and highly efficient power solutions. In a discrete package, the 650 V TRENCHSTOP IGBT7 H7 can deliver up to 150 A. The portfolio includes variants from 40 A to 150 A, offered in four different package types: TO-247-3 HCC, TO-247-4, TO-247-3 Plus and TO-247-4 Plus. The TO-247-3 HCC variant of the TRENCHSTOP IGBT 7 H7 features a high creepage distance. For improved performance, the TO-247 4-pin packages (standard: IKZA, Plus: IKY) are particularly well suited, as they not only reduce switching losses, but also offer additional benefits such as lower voltage overshoot, minimized conduction losses and the lowest reverse current loss. With these features, the TRENCHSTOP IGBT 7 H7 simplifies the design and minimizes the need to connect devices in parallel. In addition, the 650 V TRENCHSTOP IGBT 7 H7 features robust moisture resistance for reliable operation in harsh environments. The device is qualified for industrial use according to the relevant tests of JEDEC47/20/22, especially HV-H3TRB, making it well suited for outdoor applications. Designed to meet the demand for green and efficient power applications, the IGBT offers significant improvements over the previous generations. As a result, the TRENCHSTOP IGBT 7 H7 is the ideal complement for the NPC1 topology often used in applications such as solar and ESS.

Automotive-Grade High Voltage Hall ICs

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rohm.com

Product Release
2023-08-23

ROHM has developed Hall ICs for automotive applications that improve reliability by combining Hall IC expertise cultivated over many years for the mobile and consumer sectors with original high withstand voltage processes. As a result, the BD5310xG-CZ / BD5410xG-CZ series features 42V withstand voltage that enables direct connection to a primary (12V battery) power supply. This contributes to improved reliability under battery power, which can fluctuate rapidly depending on the operating conditions. At the same time, a wide operating supply voltage range of 2.7V to 38V enables support for a variety of applications. The internal topology also reduces power consumption by approx. 20% over general products to achieve a current consumption of 1.9mA. Both series comply with the AEC-Q100 (Grade 1) automotive reliability standard while incorporating multiple protection circuits required for vehicle systems. The BD5310xG-CZ series is a unipolar detection type while the BD5410xG-CZ series provides latch-type detection, giving designers the flexibility to select the ideal product based on set needs. A total of 11 models are offered in detection magnetic flux densities - ranging from 2.0mT to 28.0mT. Unipolar detection can be used for detecting position in applications such as door open/close and door locks, whereas latch detection is ideal for rotation detection in various motors used in power windows, sliding doors, and the like.

Hall-Effect Sensors and Integrated Shunt Solutions

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ti.com

Product Release
2023-08-22

Texas Instruments debuted current sensors to help engineers simplify their designs while improving accuracy. Designed for a broad range of common-mode voltages and temperatures, the products include an isolated Hall-effect current sensor for high-voltage systems and a portfolio of current shunt monitors that eliminate the need for an external shunt resistor for nonisolated voltage rails. The TMCS1123 Hall-effect current sensor offers design simplicity and accuracy for high-voltage systems, featuring reinforced isolation and accuracy over lifetime and temperature. For nonisolated systems up to 85 V and 75 A_RMS, TI's EZShunt portfolio includes a small, fully integrated current shunt monitor and an accurate 75-A integrated shunt solution. "When choosing a current-sensing solution, design engineers weigh the trade-offs of four key factors: cost, size, accuracy and speed," said Jason Cole, business unit manager. "These new products highlight how the breadth of our sensing technologies address this design challenge for a variety of systems. Take the TMCS1123, for example; its high accuracy and low propagation delay enable designers to now use Hall-effect sensors in high-voltage systems where they couldn't before – and that opens the door to reduce system cost and size."

Programmable Power Supply Series Extended with 15kW and 22.5kW Models

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emea.lambda.tdk.com

Product Release
2023-08-22

TDK Corporation announces the introduction of 15kW and 22.5kW scalable power systems to the TDK-Lambda GENESYS+ series of high-power density programmable DC power supplies. With 2U or 3U heights, they are available in 12 factory-configured output voltages and currents from 0-20V/0-1125A to 0-1500V/0-15A. The GENESYS+ series addresses a very broad market, including battery, electric vehicle, component, aerospace and automotive testing, semiconductor fabrication, water treatment, plating and solar array simulation. The two power levels can be specified to accept three-phase 170 to 265Vac or wide range 342 to 528Vac inputs with active Power Factor Correction (PFC). All models can operate in constant current, constant voltage, or constant power limit modes and, in addition, offer internal resistance simulation. TDK-Lambda's advanced parallel system allows a multiple-unit system to achieve a dynamic response and ripple and noise performance comparable to that of a single power supply. A simple datalink cable enables the command and auxiliary units to auto-configure by detecting the parallel data connection and setting their parameters accordingly. The series benefits from DSP (Digital Signal Processing) technology and the latest generation components, including ferrite materials, to obtain efficiencies of up to 92%. Less internal waste heat ensures a higher power rating without compromising reliability and lower audible noise to reduce operator fatigue.

Agreement to Acquire the RF Business

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macom.com

Industry News
2023-08-22

Technology Solutions Holdings announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the radio frequency business of Wolfspeed. The RF Business includes a portfolio of Gallium Nitride on Silicon Carbide products used in high performance RF and microwave applications. The business services a broad customer base of leading aerospace, defense, industrial and telecommunications customers and most recently generated annualized revenues of approximately $150 million. The acquisition is expected to be immediately accretive to MACOM's non-GAAP earnings. "We are excited to acquire Wolfspeed's RF Business and look forward to welcoming its employees to MACOM," stated Stephen G. Daly, President and Chief Executive Officer, MACOM. "The RF team's engineering capabilities, technology and products are a perfect fit with MACOM and our strategy." The acquisition includes a 100mm GaN wafer fabrication facility in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina with operations conveying to MACOM approximately two years following the closing and Wolfspeed's relocation of certain production equipment. The acquisition also includes design teams and associated product development assets in Arizona, California and North Carolina, as well as back-end production capabilities in California and Malaysia. In addition, MACOM will be assigned or licensed a robust intellectual property portfolio including over 1,400 patents associated with the RF Business.

Standard Rectifier and TVS Two-in-One Solution

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vishay.com

Product Release
2023-08-17

Vishay Intertechnology introduced a surface-mount solution for automotive applications that is a standard rectifier and transient voltage suppressor (TVS) two-in-one device. Featuring an oxide planar chip junction design and a common cathode circuit configuration, the Vishay General Semiconductor R3T2FPHM3 combines a 3 A, 600 V standard rectifier with a 200 W TRANSZORB TVS in the compact FlatPAK 5 x 6 package. With a wide temperature range from -55 °C to +175 °C, the device is suitable for high reliability automotive applications, including secondary protection for sensor units, distributed airbag modules, and low power DC/DC converters in power distribution systems. By combining two different technologies in a single package, the dual-chip solution saves PCB space, simplifies layouts, and lowers overall costs in these applications. When paired in series with a standard TVS, the R3T2FPHM3 offers designers a complete > 24 V solution with a low clamping ratio. The two-in-one device's rectifier features a low forward voltage drop of 0.86 V to reduce power losses and improve efficiency, while its TVS offers a breakdown voltage of 27 V. The R3T2FPHM3 provides ESD capability in compliance with IEC 61000-4-2, air discharge and contact mode; offers a MSL moisture sensitivity level of 1, per J-STD-020, LF maximum peak of 260 °C; and its molding compound features a UL 94 V-0 flammability rating. RoHS-compliant and halogen-free, the device is available in an AEC-Q101 qualified version.

Robust PFC Chokes

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we-online.com

Product Release
2023-08-17

The expansion of the WE-TORPFC inductor series, with 17 parts, is now available from Würth Elektronik. These toroidal inductors are suitable for continuous-conduction mode (CCM) Boost converters and are capable of producing up to several kW of power. Unlike traditional bobbin-wound power factor correction (PFC) inductors, this series uses flat wire windings, resulting in lower winding losses and better cooling. The series is designed for elevated temperatures, up to 155°C, and is capable of handling operating voltages up to 1000VDC. With multiple sizes available, inductances ranging from 118-720µH, and rated currents up to 48A, this series is a fit for active power factor correction, industrial AC/DC, solar inverters, and a variety of other applications. In addition, it includes a robust mounting system that is evaluated through AEC-Q200 reliability testing.

Integrated 5 V Load Switch

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nexperia.com

Product Release
2023-08-17

Nexperia announces the expansion of its analog and logic product portfolio with the introduction of the load switch product family. Headlining the release is the NPS4053, a high density Integrated Circuit (IC) designed to provide a smaller footprint and superior system protection to help increase system reliability and ensure safety. The device is optimized for application in portable devices such as notebook computers, desktops, docking stations, and automotive infotainment systems. Load switches are essential components in the operation of a wide array of modern electronic systems. They play a crucial role in managing current/voltage in a controlled manner from source to the load. In a typical power chain, the NPS4053 is commonly positioned closest to the load for power sequencing and inrush-current control, and shutting off power islands to conserve power, making it especially valuable in battery-operated equipment. This monolithic solution simplifies circuit design and has an 85% smaller PCB footprint than a comparable network of discrete components. The NPS4053 operates with an input voltage of 2.5 V-5.5 V and contains a 55 mΩ self-protected MOSFET, which efficiently manages the flow of power to the load. This device includes programmable current-limiting circuitry allowing precise control of the load current over a range of 110 mA to 2.5 A with an accuracy of +6%. The device also supports "true" reverse current blocking, providing robust end-to-end system protection. To further enhance system monitoring, the NPS4053 integrates a fault indicator pin that alerts the host controller of a fault event.

Collaboration on GAN-Based PD3.1 Notebook Adapter Solutions

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infineon.com

Industry News
2023-08-16

Chicony Power Technology is expanding the partnership with Infineon to increase the performance of its latest PD3.1 notebook adapter series. In strengthening their collaboration, the two companies will provide end customers with efficient power solutions based on GaN, with a smaller form factor and higher power density. "We use our unique expertise in gallium nitride technology, in applications and system solutions to make high performance computing more efficient and more mobile," said Adam White, President of Infineon's Power and Sensor Systems Division. "We are happy that, together with Chicony Power and our CoolGaN technology, we can realize the new power design capability for PD3.1 adapters, so that every user can easily contribute to decarbonizing the way we work with computers – without compromising on mobility for the sake of performance. We see this as part of our common mission to drive decarbonization and digitalization together." "Infineon is an excellent partner for us in energy conversion and energy efficiency. Combined with Chicony Power's remarkable capabilities in power systems, the new PD3.1 product series has been achieved within a faster time to market, further strengthening our leading position," said Yang Wang, VP R&D of Chicony Power. "Power and size are key points for mobile workers. Gallium nitride and silicon semiconductors from Infineon are the perfect match to increase power density and reduce losses. People who work on the move appreciate this advantage together with the chance to reduce their CO ₂ footprint."

Autonomous Technology for Long-Haul Trucks

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vicorpower.com

Industry News
2023-08-15

Vicor's Powering Innovation podcast discusses the technology behind today's autonomous long-haul trucking revolution and invites Kodiak Robotics to share their story. Kodiak's technology enables autonomous driving for the commercial trucking industry. In the latest episode, Kodiak, Headquartered in Mountain View, California, shares how they are beta testing trucking routes between Dallas and Atlanta, paving the way for widespread adoption of self-driving technology in commercial fleets. The company is focused on increasing system efficiency, reducing costs and emissions and enhancing the quality of life for the rapidly dwindling number of long-haul truck drivers. Kodiak Robotics autonomous long-haul trucks can travel up to 20 hours/day unaided on highways. Today a driver sits in the cab as a passenger during the beta phase of the system trials. The Vicor Powering Innovation podcast is available to download from all major podcast providers, including Spotify, Apple Music and Google Podcasts. Listeners can learn about today's toughest power challenges, new ideas in electrification, creative power architectures and real-life power design challenges.

eBook Highlights Growing Role of Passive Components in Electronics

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eu.mouser.com

Industry News
2023-08-14

Mouser Electronics has released an eBook in collaboration with Bourns, exploring the role of passives in emerging electronics applications, including renewables, hybrids, and electric vehicles. In "Passives and Their Emerging Applications", eleven experts from companies including Bourns, Eaton, Samsung Electronics, and Whirlpool offer their insights regarding the vital role of passives in electronic circuits. The eBook features five chapters focusing on different types of passives, as well as the long-term outlook for passives in the future of electronics design. Chapter topics include magnetics, circuit protection, current measurement, and resistive solutions for pre/discharging circuits. Passive components play an essential role in the operation of electronic devices, supporting functions including signal processing, power conversion, power management, and electromagnetic interference suppression. While passives have always been used in electronics, they are growing in importance for a range of next-generation solutions, including 5G mobile networks, green energy storage, smartphones, and autonomous vehicles. Passive components help facilitate electronic designs that are increasingly complex, ensuring reliable performance even in harsh environments with extreme temperatures, humidity or vibration. The eBook includes links to 10 relevant products from Bourns, including the SRPWA Series AEC-Q200 compliant shielded power inductors, the PTVS1-0xxC-H Series high current power TVS diodes, the CMP-Q Series high power anti-surge chip resistors, and the PLN Series planar transformers. Bourns' reliable passive components deliver high current surge protection and reliable switching for demanding designs and applications.

Silicon Carbide Leader Highlighted

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globalthoughtleaders.org

Industry News
2023-08-11

As the world enters a critical period in combating climate change, companies are being tasked with helping to meet global sustainability measures. Similarly, studies are showing an increase in workers identifying eco-friendly companies to work for, either through the deployment of sustainability goals within their walls or delivering green products. In recognition of this pivotal moment in history, TBD Media is highlighting industry leaders in its 50 Leaders of Change series. This campaign aims to showcase and celebrate the contributions of 50 leaders who have positively impacted their industries, communities, and the world. A featured trailblazer in the latest series is Wolfspeed based in the United States. Wolfspeed's silicon carbide devices save the world energy by performing 5-15% more efficiently than legacy silicon counterparts. The company's founders were the first to successfully commercialize the material and have since developed technologies to produce 200mm wafers and build facilities throughout the world. "Wolfspeed is honored to participate in the 50 Leaders of Change documentary series. Since our start in 1987, Wolfspeed has led the way in the once-in-a-generation technology shift from silicon to the more efficient silicon carbide," says Wolfspeed CEO Gregg Lowe. "Our company is driven by one overarching goal of everything we do: leave the world better than we found it. From the construction of our facilities to the products that we deliver, we help the world consume less while powering more to support a greener future for all."

Short Circuit Robustness Milestone

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transphormusa.com

Industry News
2023-08-09

Transphorm announced it has demonstrated up to 5 microsecond short circuit withstand time (SCWT) on a GaN power transistor with a patented technology. The achievement is the first of its kind on record, marking an important milestone for the industry as a whole. It proves Transphorm GaN's ability to meet the required short circuit capabilities of rugged power inverters such as servo motors, industrial motors, and automotive powertrains served traditionally by silicon IGBTs or silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFETs-an over $3 billion GaN TAM over the next 5 years. The demonstration was developed with support from Yaskawa Electric Corporation, a long-term strategic partner of Transphorm. This makes GaN a highly attractive power conversion technology for servo systems, as it allows for higher efficiency and reduced size compared to incumbent solutions. To do that, GaN must pass stringent robustness tests-of which, short-circuit survivability is the most challenging. In case of short-circuit faults, the device must survive extreme conditions with both high current and high voltage. The system can take up to a few microseconds to detect the fault and shut down the operations. During this time, the device must withstand the fault on its own.

Gallium Acetylacetonate

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indium.com

Product Release
2023-08-08

Indium Corporation® is proud to be a global supplier of high-purity gallium acetylacetonate, also known as Ga(acac)₃. Ga(acac)₃ is an organometallic coordination complex, with gallium at the center surrounded by three acetylacetonate ligands, which has several applications in materials science, organic chemistry, and catalysis due to its versatility and stability. Through heating and decomposition, Indium Corporation's Ga(acac)₃ can be used to produce a highly pure and uniform thin-film version of gallium oxide (Ga₂O₃). This variation of Ga₂O₃ finds common use as an ultra-wide bandgap (~4.8eV) semiconductor in power electronics applications. Indium Corporation Ga(acac)₃ can be combined with sulfur to synthesize gallium sulfide (Ga₂S₃) quantum dots with an approximate bandgap of 3.30eV. The resulting Ga₂S₃ quantum dots are well suited for use in photonics and optoelectronics. Ga(acac)₃ can also be used to prepare quantum dots of gallium arsenide (GaAs), gallium phosphide (GaP), and gallium indium phosphide (GaInP), with potential applications in quantum photonics. Additionally, Ga(acac)₃ serves as a thermally stable replacement for trimethyl gallium (TMG) in high-temperature deposition processes. It decomposes at higher temperatures and is not pyrophoric like TMG, making it safer to handle. The crystalline powder form of Ga(acac)₃ adds to its ease of handling compared to the liquid state of TMG.

Joint Venture to Bring Semiconductor Manufacturing to Europe

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tsmc.com

Industry News
2023-08-08

TSMC, Robert Bosch, Infineon Technologies, and NXP Semiconductors announced a plan to jointly invest in European Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (ESMC) GmbH, in Dresden, Germany to provide advanced semiconductor manufacturing services. ESMC marks a significant step towards construction of a 300 mm fab to support the future capacity needs of the fast-growing automotive and industrial sectors, with the final investment decision pending confirmation of the level of public funding for this project. The project is planned under the framework of the European Chips Act. The planned fab is expected to have a monthly production capacity of 40,000 300 mm (12-inch) wafers on TSMC's 28/22 nanometer planar CMOS and 16/12 nanometer FinFET process technology, further strengthening Europe's semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem with advanced FinFET transistor technology and creating about 2,000 direct high-tech professional jobs. ESMC aims to begin construction of the fab in the second half of 2024 with production targeted to begin by the end of 2027. The planned joint venture will be 70 percent owned by TSMC, with Bosch, Infineon, and NXP each holding 10 percent equity stake, subject to regulatory approvals and other conditions. Total investments are expected to exceed 10 billion euros consisting of equity injection, debt borrowing, and strong support from the European Union and German government. The fab will be operated by TSMC.

High Voltage 2-Electrode Gas Discharge TRube Series

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bourns.com

Product Release
2023-08-08

Bourns announced an addition to its gas discharge tube (GDT) product line with the introduction of a high voltage 2-electrode overvoltage protector family. The Bourns Model GDT28H Series is designed to meet the protection requirements of today's powerline equipment for general industrial use while also addressing the fast-growing need for solutions in the electrification of energy demand, catering to both consumer and commercial use. As an increasing range of electrical and electronic equipment is required to meet electrical safety standards such as the IEC 62368-1, one notable advantage of the Model GDT28H Series is its suitability for use in AC isolation solutions. This is achieved through a combination of its extended operating voltage range, high insulation resistance, and heightened surge rate. These features give designers a space-saving solution that offers the same level of protection as a larger component. Additionally, the Model GDT28H Series offers a wider operating temperature range making it well-suited for applications in certain harsh conditions. "Our Model GDT28H Series leverages Bourns' latest developments in GDT technology, enabling our customers to meet industry requirements for electrical safety across an ever-broadening variety of AC applications and appliances that can also benefit from its long service life," said David Chavarría, GDT/SPD Product Line Manager at Bourns.

Snap-In Capacitor Series with High Capacitance Density

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tdk-electronics.tdk.com

Product Release
2023-08-08

TDK Corporation presents the EPCOS B43657* aluminum electrolytic capacitor series with snap-in terminals. The capacitors achieve a service life of at least 2000 h at a maximum operating temperature of 105 °C and cover a rated voltage range from 450 V DC to 475 V DC with capacitance values from 120 µF to 1250 µF. An important performance feature is their high ripple current capability of up to 8.54 A (120 Hz, 60 °C). Accurate lifetime calculation under application-specific conditions is quick and easy with the online AlCap Tool. Particularly noteworthy is the extremely high capacitance density of the ultra-compact capacitors with case sizes from only 22 mm x 25 mm to 35 mm x 60 mm (D x H). Due to their high reliability, these RoHS-compatible capacitors are optimal for use in high-end switched-mode power supplies and power supplies for industrial and telecommunications applications. In addition, they are well-suited for UPS systems, photovoltaic inverters and frequency converters.

Continental "Supplier of the Year 2022 Award"

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rohm.com

Industry News
2023-08-08

Continental Automotive honored ROHM Semiconductor with the "Supplier of the Year 2022 Award" for its particularly exemplary performance. Since 2008, Continental conducts an annual broadbased analysis to identify exceptional contributions in customer satisfaction and at all levels of quality, supply, engagement, and purchasing conditions. This is the sixth time within the last fifteen years that ROHM has received this prestigious award. The award ceremony and festive dinner took place on August 2nd, 2023, at the historic Herzogssaal in Regensburg. It was the first onsite event after three years of virtual presentations due to the pandemic. "With the "Supplier of the Year" award we emphasize, that we are eager to continue our strong collaboration and shape the technological transformation in the Automotive market earlier together," said Peter Popp, Head of Automotive Purchasing at Continental during the ceremony. "We have a long history with Continental and are delighted to be recognized for our achievements," states Wolfram Harnack, President of ROHM Semiconductor Europe. "ROHM strives to build long-term and sustainable partnerships with its customers and to continuously contribute to their product quality and customer satisfaction," concludes Harnack.

AEC Compliant General Purpose Thick Film Chip Resistors

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seielect.com

Product Release
2023-08-08

Currently most general-purpose thick film chip resistors in all markets utilize exemption 7c-1 for RoHS compliance. While subsequent revisions of the RoHS directive have continued to allow this exemption, it is unclear whether this will continue next year when the next update is expected. For the next generation applications to be assured of compliance, the use of fully RoHS compliant resistors is prudent. However, finding full RoHS compliant thick film chip resistors that do not require the 7c-1 exemption can be difficult. Stackpole's RMEF series of AEC compliant general purpose thick film chip resistors offer all the cost and mass production capability benefits of thick film technology, using fully lead free and compliant materials which do not require any exemption to meet RoHS. Many popular values of the RMEF series in the 0402-1206 sizes are now available from stock.

Embedded Power IC-Families with CAN FD Interface

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infineon.com

Product Release
2023-08-07

Infineon Technologies introduces the TLE988x and TLE989x families extending the company's portfolio of MOTIX MCU embedded power ICs. By integrating a gate driver, microcontroller, communication interface and power supply on a single chip, Infineon's system-on-chip solutions achieve a minimal footprint. The TLE988x and TLE989x families offer higher performance and now feature CAN (FD) as the communication interface. The ICs are AEC Q-100 qualified, making them ideal for automotive brushed DC and brushless DC motor control applications in body, comfort, and thermal management applications. The devices use a B4 or B6 bridge N-channel MOSFET driver, respectively, an Arm Cortex M3 microcontroller, and a CAN (FD) controller and transceiver supporting a communication speed of 2 Mbps. Customers benefit not only from fast and robust communication but also from the highest computing performance thanks to the high system frequency (60 MHz) and its dual flash enabling read-while-write operation. The relevant features of the new products are ISO 26262 (ASIL B) compliant and some variants have built-in cybersecurity. All of these features are offered in a 7 mm x 7 mm TQFP package with a market-leading footprint.

Automotive Grade 400-Watt TVS Diodes in Surface Mount Package

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littelfuse.com

Product Release
2023-08-04

Littelfuse announced the release of its SZSMF4L 400 W TVS Diode Series. As automotive electronics continue increasing in volume and sophistication, all these components require protection from high voltage, high energy transients. The SZSMF4L TVS Diodes protect these sensitive systems with fast response time, low Zener impedance, high surge handling, and excellent clamping capabilities. Its low leakage current is also ideal for protecting sensors. Due to its small size, it is suitable for most automotive applications, especially vehicle electrification. "With the megatrend of vehicle electrification and autonomous driving, TVS diode miniaturization is becoming more critical to automotive electronics engineers and PCB designers," said Charlie Cai, Director Product Marketing SBU, Littelfuse. "The automotive grade SZSMF4L TVS diodes offer greater flexibility and space-savings, providing the ideal 400-watt solution in a small (SOD-123FL) TVS diode package with both uni- and bi-directional protection."

Growth Continues with Key Sales Hires at Disruptive Technology Company in Berlin

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foxypower.com

People
2023-08-04

Berlin-based Foxy Power, specializing in business development for innovative and disruptive technologies, continues to grow. They're pleased to announce two valuable additions to their expanding team. Daniel Garcia has joined to intensify sales efforts, bringing with him a proven track record in driving revenue growth. Marco Guerrera will lend his expertise in Inside Sales, supporting the team with his insights and customer-centric approach. These strategic hires underscore Foxy Power's commitment to excellence and innovation in the power electronics field, further solidifying their position as a leading force in innovation in the industry.

E|DPC 2023 - Preliminary Program Released

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edpc.eu

Event News
2023-08-03

As the E|DPC 2023 is getting closer, the organizers would like to present the preliminary program of the conference based on the versatile and numerous submissions. The conference is intended for researchers, product developers, production experts, purchasers and users of electric drives. This year the E|DPC will again take place in Regensburg on November 29 and 30.

200-Millimeter SiC Power Fab in Kulim, Malaysia

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infineon.com

Industry News
2023-08-03

By significantly expanding its Kulim fab – over and above the original investment announced in February 2022 – Infineon will build the world's largest 200-millimeter SiC (silicon carbide) Power Fab. The planned expansion is backed by customer commitments covering about five billion euros of new design-wins in automotive and industrial applications as well as about one billion euros in pre-payments. Over the next five years Infineon will additionally invest up to five billion euros in Kulim during a second construction phase for Module Three. The investment will lead to an annual SiC revenue potential of about seven billion euros by the end of the decade, together with the planned 200-millimeter SiC conversion of Villach and Kulim. This highly competitive manufacturing base will support Infineon's SiC market share target of 30% towards the end of the decade. Infineon is confident that the company's SiC revenue in the fiscal year 2025 will come in ahead of the target of one billion euros. "The market for silicon carbide shows accelerating growth, not only in automotive but also in a broad range of industrial applications such as solar, energy storage and high-power EV charging. With the Kulim expansion, we will secure our leadership position in this market," said Jochen Hanebeck, CEO of Infineon. "With the industry's leading scale and a unique cost position, we are leveraging our competitive position of best-in-class SiC trench technology, the broadest package portfolio and unrivaled application understanding. These factors are the areas of differentiation and success in the industry."

Server Power Platform Drives the AI Revolution

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navitassemi.com

Product Release
2023-08-03

Navitas Semiconductor announced that its CRPS185 3,200 W "Titanium Plus" server reference design not only surpasses the stringent 80Plus Titanium efficiency requirements, but also effectively satisfies the increasing power demands of AI data center power. The CRPS185 platform delivers a full 3,200 W of power in only 1U (40 mm) x 73.5mm x 185 mm (544 cc), achieving 5.9 W/cc, or almost 100 W/in³ power density. This is a 40% size reduction vs, the equivalent legacy silicon approach and easily exceeds the Titanium efficiency standard, reaching over 96.5% at 30% load, and over 96% stretching from 20% to 60% load, creating a 'Titanium Plus' benchmark, critical for data center operating models. The CRPS185 uses the latest circuit designs including an interleaved CCM totem-pole PFC with full-bridge LLC. The critical components are Navitas' 650V GaNFast power ICs, with robust, high-speed integrated GaN drive to address the sensitivity and fragility issues associated with discrete GaN chips. Additionally, GaNFast power ICs offer low switching losses, with a transient-voltage capability up to 800 V, and other high-speed advantages such as low gate charge (Q_g), output capacitance (C_OSS) and no reverse-recovery loss (Q_rr). As high-speed switching reduces the size, weight and cost of passive components in a power supply, Navitas estimates that GaNFast power ICs save 5% of the LLC-stage system material cost, plus $64 per power supply in electricity over 3 years.

GaN Adoption in Chinese Electric Vehicle Market

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gansystems.com

Industry News
2023-08-02

GaN Systems has partnered with ACEpower, a Chinese power supply, EV charging module, and OBC (Onboard Charger) product design and manufacturer, to expedite the widespread adoption of GaN technology in electric vehicles. By harnessing GaN Systems' power semiconductors, expertise in EV power electronics, and ACEpower's track record in high-power system design and high-volume manufacturing capabilities, this partnership will accelerate the GaN-based electric vehicle power market in China. This combination tackles fundamental challenges related to traditionally larger, heavier, inefficient, and costlier power systems based on legacy silicon power transistors. GaN power transistors enable higher efficiency and power density at a faster switching speed for onboard chargers, DC/DC converters, and traction inverters. These advancements translate into faster charging, extended driving range, and reduced overall system costs. The partnership will focus on topology optimization and advanced integrated power modules, and high-frequency magnetics design to enhance crucial electric vehicle efficiency and power density significantly. GaN Systems and ACEpower's shared vision extends to capturing substantial market value in emerging sectors such as data centers and electric vehicles. Future initiatives encompass the joint development of high-power density GaN-powered OBCs rated at 6.6kW and 11kW for electric vehicles, solidifying their commitment to driving innovation and advancing the power industry.

High Temperature Precision Thin Film Chip Resistors

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seielect.com

Product Release
2023-08-02

Automotive and industrial applications may have harsh environmental requirements for resistors. When those requirements include high temperature capability and high precision, options are limited. Stackpole's RNHT thin film precision resistors offer full power capability up to 85 degree C and operation up to 170 degree C. The automotive grade RNHT is AEC qualified and offers a wide range of values in sizes from 0402 through 1206 in tolerances down to 0.02% and TCR's down to 5 ppm. The thin film RNHT has exceptional long-term stability and reliability inherent in thin film technology. The RNHT is a good choice for precision control and monitoring circuits in automotive applications, industrial controls and automation, aerospace, engine, motor and pump controls, telecom equipment, and building infrastructure.

Power Operational Amplifier Delivers High Power and Speed

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apexanalog.com

Product Release
2023-08-01

Apex Microtechnology has announced the release of the PA198, the latest member of their family of precision power operational amplifiers. For over 40 years Apex Microtechnology has developed a portfolio of compact analog components that boasts capabilities of up to 2500 V supply voltage and 200 A continuous output current. The PA198 is a precision power amplifier designed for output currents up to 200 mA with voltage supply rails capable of up to up to ±215 V with a dual supply (+440 V with a single supply). PA198 has an exceptionally high slew rate of up to 2000 V/µs, and an impressive power bandwidth of up to 2 MHz. The safe operating area (SOA) for PA198 has no second breakdown limitations and can be observed with all types of loads by choosing an appropriate current limiting resistor. High accuracy is achieved with a cascode input circuit configuration. The MOSFET output stage is biased on for linear operation. External compensation provides user flexibility. The PA198 is a hybrid product design housed in a space saving, electrically isolated 12-pin PowerSIP package which lends itself to high-density circuit board layouts. "PA198 showcases Apex's mission to push the performance boundaries of its power operational amplifiers, doubling the slew rate and power bandwidth of its sibling, PA98, while also providing ultra-low noise." says Director of Business Development, Jens Eltze. "The device underlines again our commitment to supporting our markets and customers with products that solve difficult analog power challenges."

Green Plastics for Electronic Components

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schurter.com

Industry News
2023-07-31

The time has come. Plant-based plastics are a top engineering topic at SCHURTER. After undergoing numerous tests and acquiring extensive expertise through the development process, the Green Line appliance connectors are now going into series production as the first in a growing family of components. But what are green plastics exactly? It is widely recognized that humanity must rapidly reduce its ecological footprint. Scientific findings demonstrate that our climate is changing faster than predicted. At the SCHURTER headquarters in Lucerne, the most brilliant and inventive engineers are extensively engaged in innovative plastics. These are technical polymers based on renewable, plantbased resources. These plastics replace and complement the crude oil-based materials in the housings of various appliance connectors.

X2 Class Interference Suppressor Capacitors

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cde.com

Product Release
2023-07-31

Cornell Dubilier Electronics introduces its MXH series of X2, EMI/RFI suppression capacitors designed for harsh environments. The MXH series is AEC-Q200 qualified, meets a 2,000-hour THB (Temperature, Humidity, Bias) life test, and has applications in motors, AMR (Automated Meter Readers), UPS, power supplies, charging systems, and appliances. These X2, across-the-line capacitors filter out electromagnetic noise and have multiple international safety agency approvals. The 2,000-hour THB test conducted at 85 °C, 85% relative humidity at rated voltage, subjected these components to twice the industry standard test hours required to meet IEC 60834, Class III-B for THB. The MXH capacitor series also passed the rigors of AEC-Q200 automotive testing. These tests include mechanical shock and vibration, thermal cycling, solvent resistance, and solderability which qualify the series for use in the most demanding industrial, automotive, and consumer applications. Capacitance values range from 0.1 to 15 µF in 34 standard values, at 305 Vac, 50/60Hz. Their operating temperature range is from -40° C to +110° C. The series possesses multiple agency approvals including UL, CSA, and VDE, for safety and performance in X2, across-the-line applications.

Accelerating Development of Gallium-Oxide Power Semiconductors

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mitsubishielectric.com

Industry News
2023-07-28

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced that it has taken an equity position in Novel Crystal Technology, Inc., a Japanese company that develops and sells gallium-oxide wafers, a promising candidate for use in superior energy-saving power semiconductors that Mitsubishi Electric intends to develop at an accelerated pace in support of global decarbonization. Novel Crystal Technology, one of the world's first companies to develop, manufacture and sell gallium-oxide wafers for power semiconductors, and now a leading producer of these products, has manufacturing technology that Mitsubishi Electric will use in its production of gallium-oxide power semiconductors. Mitsubishi Electric has been contributing to energy savings in power-electronic products by producing semiconductors made of silicon and silicon carbide (SiC). Recent advances have been achieved with SiC and gallium-nitride wafers, but gallium-oxide wafers are expected to help achieve even higher breakdown voltages and lower power dissipation. Mitsubishi Electric now expects to accelerate its development of superior energy-saving gallium-oxide power semiconductors by combining its own expertise in the design and manufacture of low-energy-loss, high-reliability power semiconductors with Novel Crystal Technology's expertise in the production of gallium-oxide wafers.

Licensing Technology for Lithium-Ion Capacitor

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asahi-kasei.eu

Industry News
2023-07-27

Asahi Kasei has begun licensing of technology for the design and manufacture of lithium-ion capacitors (LiCs) based on its proprietary lithium pre-doping technology. The novel proprietary doping method enables LiCs to be manufactured at lower cost with generally available materials and equipment which are used for manufacturing lithium-ion batteries (LiBs), while enabling the design and manufacture of LiCs with increased capacity and improved input/output performance. The licensing includes not only Asahi Kasei's intellectual property related to LiC technology, but also technical expertise such as cell design and manufacturing with pilot equipment. By licensing its technology, Asahi Kasei expects to support licensees around the world to significantly reduce LiC development times and achieve low-cost LiC manufacture utilizing existing equipment. Demand for energy storage devices is forecasted to continue rising due to the spread of electric mobility and increased use of renewable energy. The LiC is an energy storage device that uses the same material as an electric double layer capacitor (EDLC) for the cathode and the same material used as a LiB for the anode. As LiCs have higher input/output characteristics than LiBs, they are suited to fields where instantaneous power is needed, and can be quickly recharged. Also featuring long cycle life and high safety, LiCs are expected to be used in mobility applications such as electric trams and buses which charge at each stop instead of using power from overhead lines.

Volker Ritzert Becomes CEO

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bmz-group.com

People
2023-07-26

BMZ Germany GmbH is pleased to introduce Volker Ritzert as its new CEO. Volker Ritzert joined BMZ Germany GmbH on August 1st, 2023, and will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the German Headquarters of the global BMZ Group. In this role, Volker Ritzert replaces his predecessor Sven Bauer. As Founder and Main Shareholder of the very fast-growing, globally positioned Group, Sven Bauer will in the future focus on steering the global fortunes of the entire corporate group as Group CEO. The reason for this step is the exponential growth of the company both in terms of demand and with regard to the number of international subsidiaries and acquired companies along the vertical value chain of battery production. Dipl.-Ing. Volker Ritzert brings many years of expertise from various top management positions in internationally operating and growing corporations as well as owner-managed companies such as Brose, Valeo, Faurecia and Gerresheimer AG to BMZ. Volker Ritzert: "The battery market is the central element of the infrastructure of the energy and transport turnaround, which are elementary for climate protection and thus cannot be postponed. As a structured, methodical strategist and at the same time a hands-on enabler, I am looking forward to responding to the current challenges with further advanced solutions together with the BMZ Team. I am therefore very happy to accept my new responsibility in one of the most important and high-potential markets."

Semiconductor Facility Expansion in Oregon

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analog.com

Industry News
2023-07-26

Analog Devices celebrated its more than $1 billion investment to expand its semiconductor wafer fab in Beaverton, Oregon. The Beaverton site, built in 1978, is ADI's largest wafer fabrication facility by volume and serves customers in critical industries, such as industrial, automotive, communications, consumer, and healthcare. The facility investment expands cleanroom space to about 118,000 sq-ft and nearly doubles internal manufacturing of products running on the 180-nanometer technology node and above. It is also expected to create hundreds of new, long-term employment opportunities, a significant increase to ADI's current roughly 950 employees in Oregon. More than 10% of the total investment is for fab tools intended to increase overall efficiency and utilize chemistries that are more environmentally friendly. Despite nearly doubling production output, the facility is targeting to reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 75% and water usage per production unit by approximately 50%. "By expanding ADI's Beaverton facility, we are increasing our production capacity in critical industries, boosting domestic manufacturing in line with the vision of the CHIPS Act, and enhancing the global resiliency of ADI's hybrid manufacturing model," said Vincent Roche, ADI's CEO and Chair. "While our investment in Beaverton will facilitate these goals, they will be achieved through the incredible dedication and talent of ADI's existing workforce and further tapping into Oregon's strong talent pool."

One-Day Power Design Workshop in Long Beach

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ridleyengineering.com

Event News
2023-07-25

Learn from the foremost teacher in power electronics in this exceptional 1-day educational session on February 24, 2024, in Long Beach California, covering numerous topics. Dr. Ridley will explore the subjects that are relevant to working engineers today, demonstrate live converter designs and measurements, and share the tools needed to accelerate the design process. Register today and receive a full license to RidleyWorks immediately. Attend either in person or remotely. Note: Workshop is being held one day before the 2024 APEC conference begins. Come to Long Beach a day early to benefit from this exceptional training. The workshop begins at 8:30am and concludes at 5pm.

Circuit Simulation for Power and Analog Designers

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qorvo.com

Industry News
2023-07-25

Qorvo announced the release of QSPICE, a generation of circuit simulation software that provides power and analog designers significantly higher levels of design productivity through improved simulation speed, functionality and reliability. In addition to advancing the state of the art in analog simulation technology, QSPICE allows designers to simulate complex digital circuits and algorithms. Its unique combination of modern schematic capture and fast mixed-mode simulation make it the ideal tool to solve the increasingly complex hardware and software challenges faced by today's system designers. "QSPICE enables an entirely new generation of mixed-mode circuit simulation," said Jeff Strang, general manager for Qorvo's Power Management business. "In the past, power designers relied on analog circuits and silicon power switches. Today, digital control and compound semiconductors are common elements of advanced power designs. Whether an engineer is developing AI algorithms for EV battery charging, optimizing a Qorvo pulsed-radar power supply or evaluating the newest silicon carbide FETs, QSPICE is the perfect platform for innovation."

Thin Film Current Sense Chip Resistors

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seielect.com

Product Release
2023-07-24

Power supplies and current sensing circuits have requirements that are as diverse as the end products they serve. Some applications, for example, need low TCR without requiring low values associated with metal alloy resistors. It can be challenging to find such a resistor. Thick film technology is generally used for higher sense resistor values, but they have poor TCR. While metal element resistors are normally chosen for superior TCR but are not available in higher values. Stackpole’s CSRT Series offers solutions to bridge the gap between these opposing requirements. The CSRT offers wide termination devices which offer high power ratings and reduce the issues with part or solder joint cracking due to their wide termination area. Stackpole recently improved the TCR for these wide termination sizes to 100 ppm for all values offered. The CSRT is a good choice for power supplies for currents between 2A and 17A, such as industrial power control, displays, consumer electronics, telecom, computer, measurement equipment, battery management, and LED drivers.

Jitter Attenuator With up to 20 Outputs

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microchip.com

Product Release
2023-07-22

The ZL30274, which excels at frequency conversion, jitter attenuation, and synthesis features DPLLs and five low output jitter synthesizers, it's ideal for equipment with low jitter needs (<150fs) and multiple frequency families.

High-Voltage Superjunction MOSFET Family for Static Switching Applications

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infineon.com

Product Release
2023-07-21

Infineon Technologies is expanding its CoolMOS™ S7 family of high-voltage superjunction (SJ) MOSFETs. The devices are aiming at SMPS, solar energy systems, battery protection, solid-state relays (SSR), motor-starters and solid-state circuit breakers, as well as PLCs, lighting control, HV eFuse/eDisconnect, (H)EV on-board chargers. The portfolio extension includes QDPAK top-side cooling (TSC) packages and offers a wide range of features in a small footprint. This makes it highly advantageous for low-frequency switching applications while optimizing cost positioning. Thanks to the high-power QDPAK packaging, they offer an R _DS(on) of only 10 mΩ, which is the lowest on the market in this voltage class and the lowest in SMD packages. By minimizing conduction losses of the MOSFETs, the CoolMOS S7/S7A solutions contribute to higher overall efficiency and provide an easy and cost-optimized way to improve system performance. The CoolMOS S7 power switches also effectively manage heat dissipation with improved thermal resistance. Thanks to the innovative and efficient QDPAK packaging, they also reduce or even eliminate the need for heat sinks in solid-state designs, resulting in more compact and lighter systems. The MOSFETs are available in both top-side and bottom-side variants, and feature high-pulse current capability, enabling them to handle sudden surges of current. In addition, they exhibit body diode robustness to ensure reliable operation during AC line commutation. With fewer components required, they reduce part count, resulting in flexible system integration, lower BOM costs, and total cost of ownership (TCO). In addition, these MOSFETs enable shorter reaction times, particularly when breaking a current, facilitating smoother and more efficient operation.

Immersion Cooling Used in AI Applications

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itg-electronics.com

Industry News
2023-07-20

ITG Electronics has self-certified its products to be immersion cooling compatible. Immersion cooling allows products to be dropped in a solution to help cool products, such as ITG’s power bead inductors, which are commonly used in artificial intelligence-enabled (AI) applications. The immersion cooling process helps the company’s range of power components stay cooler, and therefore operate at faster processing speeds. In developing the certification of its products, ITG considered various product performance parameters to determine the optimal chemical content for the immersion liquid. To ensure clarity and consistency in the system’s utilization, the company has devised comprehensive guidelines regarding these special components’ design, and their recommended printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) process. Immersion cooling involves submerging a component in a non-conductive, dielectric liquid, which then absorbs the component’s heat. Because of the liquid’s temperature gradient, the heated liquid – which is naturally less dense – rises to the top. As this occurs, the liquid is removed from the top of the tank and replaced with a cooler liquid from the bottom. Helpfully, immersion cooling does not require additional elements such as fans, which among other benefits improves energy efficiency. ITG’s wide range of elevated and SMD power bead inductors are designed and developed for high frequency and high performance DC to DC converter application. The company’s power bead inductors are known for reliable performance in high-current multi-phase voltage regulators that power processors and memory modules for servers, graphics cards, storage and data centers.

Power Electronics for Heat Pumps Achieves Efficiency of Over 99.7 Percent

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iaf.fraunhofer.de

Industry News
2023-07-20

Researchers at Fraunhofer IAF have reached a milestone in power electronics: They have realized a circuit topology for voltage converters with over 99.74 percent electrical efficiency. In the ElKaWe project, the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Solid State Physics IAF is in charge of developing the drive electronics for electrocaloric heat pumps. For this purpose, the institute is researching devices based on the semiconductor gallium nitride (GaN) in order to increase power density and efficiency. For the first time, the researchers have now developed and optimized power electronics specifically for electrocalorics. They have succeeded in implementing an ultra-efficient circuit topology for voltage converters based on GaN transistors, achieving an electrical efficiency of 99.74 percent in the electrical power path. The GaN-based multilevel DC/DC converter thus sets global standards and far exceeds the previous state of research of less than 90 percent conversion efficiency for electrical control of these novel heat pumps. “Our ultra-efficient power electronics make it realistic for the first time to achieve well over 50 percent of the maximum theoretical coefficient of performance with electrocaloric heat pumps, even at the system level. There is still a lot of research to be done, but in future this technology could become a more efficient and completely emission-free solution for heating and cooling,” says Dr. Stefan Mönch, researcher in the field of power electronics at Fraunhofer IAF.

Training: Enhancing Converter Design Workflow

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powersys-solutions.com

Event News
2023-07-20

This 12-hour training course in English language explores the basics of how to use the Python programming language in SIMBA. By combining the power of Python with the fast and accurate simulation solver of SIMBA, engineers can streamline their workflow, achieve accurate results, and enhance their converter designs like never before. The training will take place in Powersys premises: Les Jardins de l’Entreprise, 13610 Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade, France. A shuttle service from Aix-en-Provence is included in the price of the course to take you to the premises and back at the end of the day. Participants will gain proficiency in Python and learn how to leverage its features to enhance converter design workflows. By the end of this training, power electronics engineers will have a solid foundation in Python programming and a deep understanding of SIMBA’s capabilities. They will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to harness Python’s power and integrate it with SIMBA for efficient power electronics simulation and converter design. This course is intended for power electronics engineers with little or no experience with Python. To ensure a good quality of our course the number of seats will be limited to 10. Don’t wait too long to register!

Wideband RF 125 W Continuous Wave GaN Transistor

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richardsonrfpd.com

Product Release
2023-07-20

Richardson RFPD announced the availability and full design support capabilities for a RF-power, gallium nitride transistor from NXP Semiconductors. The MMRF5018HSR5 is a 125-watt, continuous wave, RF power transistor optimized for wideband operation up to 2700 MHz. It includes input matching for extended bandwidth performance. With its wideband capabilities, high gain, ruggedness and drain efficiency, the MMRF5018HSR5 offers a complete solution for multiband communication applications. It is also versatile for a range of CW, pulse and wideband RF applications.

Matrix-Type LED Drivers for Automotive LCD Backlights

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rohm.com

Product Release
2023-07-19

ROHM has developed LED driver ICs - the BD94130xxx-M series (BD94130MUF-ME2, BD94130EFV-ME2) - for automotive LCD backlights. The devices support large displays increasingly being used in next-generation car infotainment and instrument clusters. In recent years, the advancement of ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) together with expanding car infotainment functionality have prompted a shift towards higher resolution vehicle displays to improve visibility. As such, LED drivers with a local dimming function capable of turning off only the backlight in dark areas of the LCD improve display screen performance and reduce power consumption. They are now being considered by automotive manufacturers developing next-generation cockpits. But as the number of zones controlled with conventional direct-type LED drivers by a single IC is less than 100, the number of LED drivers and peripheral components will also increase as automotive displays become larger with more zones. This represents a significant design challenge. To meet this need, ROHM developed products capable of controlling more zones than conventional ICs -making it possible to reduce the mounting area by reducing the number of LED drivers required. The BD94130xxx-M series of matrix LED drivers combines an 8-line switch controller with 24-channel current driver - allowing control (dimming) of up to 192 zones mini-LED for backlighting with a single IC. On top of that, the mini-LEDs in each zone can be independently adjusted by using a local dimming function - contributing to larger contrast ratio, lower power consumption displays.

NarrowBand (NB) Power IoT Reference Design

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microchip.com

Product Release
2023-07-19

This reference design is specifically tailored to meet the power needs of the NarrowBand IoT (NB-IoT) module market, with a focus on water and gas meters. By replacing expensive and bulky supercaps with smaller, more cost-effective versions, this solution is not only reliable but also highly efficient.

SiC Devices for Aircraft Electrical Power Systems

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sunypoly.edu

Industry News
2023-07-18

SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly) spin-out NoMIS Power has achieved its latest major milestone with an award from the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to develop rugged Silicon Carbide (SiC) power devices to support the electrical power systems of aircraft. NoMIS Power will develop 1200 V SiC power semiconductor devices (PSDs) through the award. The focus will be on metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistors (MOSFETs) with enhanced operational lifetime as well as improved on-state and off-state efficiency at operating temperatures, resulting in lower losses for power electronics engineers to manage. Solid-state power controllers within aircraft electrical power distribution systems require low on-state losses to enable passive cooling, as well as surge current and voltage overshoot protection during system start-up and fault interrupt. The proposed 1200 V SiC MOSFETs from NoMIS Power will provide airframers and system builders/integrators with the necessary PSD chips capable of high efficiency, long short-circuit withstand time (SCWT), and operational ruggedness for nominal and transient conditions. Moreover, the 1200 V rating will not only support current-generation aircraft utilizing 270 VDC architecture, but also aircraft operating with a +/- 270 VDC (i.e. 540 VDC rail-to-rail) architecture, as well. NoMIS Power overcomes the limitations of commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) Si and SiC-based PSDs via a novel SiC device design that is achievable using disruptive manufacturing techniques. As a result, NoMIS SiC devices can withstand higher voltage spikes and current surges during harsh operating conditions, enabling longer power management product lifetime through superior reliability and ruggedness.

Solutions for a Range of Military and Aerospace Projects

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customelec.com

Industry News
2023-07-18

Since 1964, Custom Electronics (CEI) has been a manufacturer known for producing products throughout the military, commercial and industrial markets. For nearly 40 years, CEI has been working alongside specialist electronic components designer and distributer APC Technology Group (APC) to create solutions that include CEI’s storage products, such as its mica capacitors, busbars and batteries. With almost 40 years of collaborative experience, APC Technology and CEI have created a successful partnership between the brands. “Given the environments these solutions are going into, extremely high and low temperatures and high altitude, it’s incredibly important to our end customers that we include only the highest quality products into our designs,” explains Hodgson. “CEI’s mica capacitors are a go-to product for a lot of our engineers. There are very few technologies that can withstand these environments.” A delicate process, CEI mica capacitors are made of fragile mica paper, featuring layers of conductive and non-conductive material with hand-formed blades. “Over the years that we’ve dealt with CEI, there’s been no failure on any front,” Hodgson continues. “They can always deliver that kind of power performance when it’s required. We get fantastic products from them because their production site is fantastic. Everything is handmade, hand-wound and hand-cleaned. It’s a very well-made product that doesn’t fail, and that’s why customers keep coming back.”

Global Supplier Award 2023 Received

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rohm.com

Industry News
2023-07-18

ROHM ranks globally among the best suppliers of Bosch, the supplier of technology and services, and thus has been honored with a Bosch Global Supplier Award. ROHM received the award in the category “Sustainability”. From its roughly 35,000 suppliers, Bosch singled out 46 suppliers from eleven countries for an award. This is the 18th time that the Bosch Group has rewarded outstanding performance by its suppliers in the manufacture and supply of raw materials, products, or services – notably as concerns quality, costs, sustainability, and innovation. “A functioning economy needs robust supply chains. To ensure this, we and our suppliers deliver top performance on a daily basis – from the innovation phase to production to aftermarket deliveries,” says Dr. Arne Flemming, Head of Supply Chain management at Bosch. “We feel honored to have received a Bosch Global Supplier award for the third time. It reflects ROHM’s strong, reliable and long-term partnership with Bosch,” states Wolfram Harnack, President at ROHM Semiconductor Europe. ???“ROHM has set up ‘The ROHM Group Environmental Vision 2050’ to make a strong commitment – in order to shape the environment into a sustainable society for future generations. To realize this, we have set three important themes: climate change, resource recycling, and coexistence with nature,” adds Wolfram Harnack.

40 V Rad Hard GaN FETs for Demanding Space Applications

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epc-co.com

Product Release
2023-07-18

EPC announces the introduction of two 40 V rated radiation-hardened GaN FETs.EPC7001 is a 40 V, 4 mΩ, 250 A_Pulsed, rad-hard GaN FET in a small 7 mm² footprint. EPC7002 is a 40 V, 14.5 mΩ, 62 A_Pulsed, rad-hard GaN FET in a tiny 1.87 mm² footprint. Both devices have a total dose radiation rating greater than 1,000K Rad(Si) and SEE immunity for LET of 83.7 MeV/mg/cm² with V_DS up to 100% of rated breakdown. These devices, along with the rest of the Rad Hard family, are offered in a chip-scale package. Packaged versions are available from EPC Space. EPC’s eGaN FETs and ICs offer a higher performing alternative to conventional rad hard silicon devices for high reliability and space applications. EPC’s Rad hard devices are significantly smaller, have 40 times better electrical performance, and lower overall cost than rad hard silicon devices. Moreover, EPC’s rad hard devices exhibit superior resistance to radiation, supporting higher total radiation levels and SEE LET levels compared to traditional silicon solutions. Applications benefiting from the performance and fast deployment of these devices include DC-DC power converters, motor drives, lidar, deep probes, and ion thrusters for space applications. They are particularly well-suited for satellites operating in both Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and Geosynchronous Earth Orbit (GEO), as well as avionics systems.

30 MHz Op Amp with EMI Filtering

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microchip.com

Product Release
2023-07-16

The MCP6496/6R/6U/7/9 series op-amps have low input bias current, rail-to-rail I/O, unity gain stability, 30 MHz gain bandwidth, and can operate on a single supply as low as 1.8V while consuming only 2 mA per amp.

e-Book Imparts Technical Insights into Power System Design for Mission Critical Applications

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vicorpower.com

Industry News
2023-07-13

Vicor releases its e-book detailing the innovation needed to manage high power demands across the aerospace, defence and satellite sectors. The e-book - ‘Innovative and reliable power solutions for mission critical applications’ – highlights case studies and technical articles to provide readers with in-depth knowledge and application-specific insights into designing better power delivery networks. As space exploration grows exponentially and governments continue to invest heavily in defence spending, this sector is seeing higher demand for innovative and reliable power solutions. For example, high-performance LEO and MEO communications satellites require compact power solutions that are radiation-tolerant to survive the harsh environment of space. Satellite operators are offering increasingly more sophisticated on-board processing capabilities necessitating the use of the latest ultra-deep-submicron FPGAs and ASICs. These have demanding, low-voltage, high-current, power requirements and OEMs are being challenged to offer more functionality from smaller payloads and platforms. Additionally, as electronic systems are becoming more standardised in defence applications, there is a demand for increased interoperability, scalability and reliability. Size, weight and power (SWaP) are always target parameters in aerospace and defense applications and this will remain the focus. From the requirement for high density solutions in UAVs to designing radiation-tolerant power electronic solutions, Vicor’s lightweight compact high density power modules provide flexibility for power system designers. The e-book examines a range of challenges and modular solutions. It presents technical advice using Vicor’s power modules and answers frequently asked questions about power - in this downloadable guide.

Beginning Volume Production of PowerGaN Devices

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st.com

Industry News
2023-07-13

STMicroelectronics has begun volume production of e-mode PowerGaN HEMT (high-electron-mobility transistor) devices that simplify the design of high-efficiency power-conversion systems. The STPOWER GaN transistors raise performance in applications such as wall adapters, chargers, lighting systems, industrial power supplies, renewable energy applications, and in automotive electrification.In the coming months, ST will introduce new PowerGaN variants, i.e. automotive-qualified devices, as well as additional power-package options including PowerFLAT 8×8 DSC and LFPAK 12×12 for high power applications. ST's G-HEMT devices facilitate the transition to GaN wide-bandgap technology in power conversion. GaN transistors with the same breakdown voltage and RDS(on) as silicon alternatives can achieve lower total gate charge and parasitic capacitances, with zero reverse-recovery charge. These properties raise efficiency and enhance switching performance, allowing higher switching frequency that permits smaller passive components thereby increasing power density. Applications can therefore become smaller with higher performance. In the future, GaN is also expected to enable new power-conversion topologies that will further improve efficiency and decrease power losses.

SiC 650V Schottky Barrier Diodes with Forward Voltage of 1.2V

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toshiba.semicon-storage.com

Product Release
2023-07-13

Toshiba Electronics Europe announces the launch of twelve 650V silicon carbide (SiC) Schottky barrier diode (SBDs) based upon their latest 3^rd generation technology. The devices are specifically intended for use in efficiency-critical industrial equipment applications including switching power supplies, electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and photovoltaic (PV) inverters. Known as the TRSxxx65H series, the devices use a new Schottky metal. The 3^rd generation SiC SBDs chip optimizes the junction barrier Schottky (JBS) structure of the 2^nd generation products, thereby lowering the electric field at the Schottky interface and reducing leakage current – delivering enhanced efficiency. The 3^rd generation devices achieve excellent low forward voltage (V_F) of 1.2V (typ.). This represents a 17% reduction when compared to 2^nd generation products. The 3^rd generation products have improved the trade-offs between V_F and total capacitive charge (Q_C) which is typically 17nC for the TRS6E65H. Also, the V_F and reverse current (I_R) ratio is improved compared to 2^nd generation products with the TRS6E65H achieving a typical I_R value of 1.1µA. All of these improvements reduce power dissipation and contribute to higher levels of efficiency within end equipment. Devices within the TRSxxx65H series are capable of forward DC currents (I_F(DC)) up to 12A and square wave non-repetitive surge currents IFSM up to 640A. Seven of the new devices are housed in TO-220-2L packages while the remaining five are provided in compact and flat DFN8×8 SMD packages.

GaN Power Technology Design for AC-DC Switching Power Supplies

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Product Release
2023-07-12

Bel Fuse is proud to expand its line of EOS power supplies with the introduction of the EPG300 and EPG500 series of AC-DC power supplies based on efficient Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology design. The EOS Power EPG300 Series and EPG500 Series of AC-DC power supplies accommodate a universal input voltage of 90 – 264 VAC, delivering up to 300 W and 500 W of output power with forced air cooling. The power supplies are available in six single output voltages ranging from 12 V to 58 V. Both can be used in a broad array of space constrained applications in which minimal power loss and easy thermal management are required. RoHS compliant and CE marked, the power supplies are safety agency certified and meet the latest regulatory requirements. The EPG300 and EPG500 fit traditional open frame power supply uses in situations where improved power density and increased power is needed. The benefits in tougher thermal environments make these products well suited for RF applications, 5G systems, industrial process control, automation and monitoring, modern digital signage, video walls and more.

Application-Specific Regulator to Power 5V System Rails

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aosmd.com

Product Release
2023-07-12

Alpha and Omega Semiconductor introduced a family of application-specific EZBuck™ regulators. The integrated AOZ2295QI-05 has a compact footprint to support 5V rails in desktop and laptop computing systems. High-performance, personal computing systems, supporting add-on features, and more USB type-C ports, increase the 5V output current to more than 10A today. In such feature-rich personal computing systems, typical power implementations require either a controller with external discrete power FETs or two low-current converters to achieve the high current required of the 5V rail. This results in increased component count and larger PCB area, increasing system cost. In contrast, AOS’ highly integrated solution includes all the power silicon in a single, thermally enhanced QFN 4mm x 4mm package for 12A, providing a compact solution size with industrial-leading efficiency and thermal performance. “The load current capability of the AOZ2295QI-05 offers designers an easy-to-use solution to support high power 5V system in a compact size. In today’s ever-shrinking desktop motherboard or laptop form factors, PCB real estate is at a premium. Utilizing AOS’ EZBuckTM regulator technology enables AOS to ease the job of the system designer,” said Wayne Lee, Power IC Marketing at AOS.

Coin Cell Battery Life and Power Booster

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nexperia.com

Product Release
2023-07-11

Nexperia has introduced the NBM7100 and NBM5100 ICs designed to extend the life of a typical non-rechargeable lithium coin cell battery while also increasing its peak output current capability by up to 25x compared to what a typical coin cell can deliver without a battery booster. This extension in working life will reduce the amount of battery waste in low-power Internet of Things (IoT) and other portable applications while making coin cells a viable power source for applications which could previously only operate from AA- or AAA- batteries. CR2032 and CR2025 Lithium coin cells have higher energy density and longer shelf life. As a result, they are commonly used in low-power applications, including devices with Low Power Wi-Fi, LoRa, Sigfox, Zigbee, LTE-M1, and NB-IoT transceivers. However, these batteries have relatively high internal resistance and chemical reaction rates that reduce their usable capacity when under pulsed-load conditions. To overcome this limitation, the NBM7100 and NBM5100 contain two high-efficiency DC/DC conversion stages and an intelligent learning algorithm. The first conversion stage transfers energy from the battery to a capacitive storage element at a low rate. The second stage utilizes the stored energy to provide a regulated (programmable from 1.8 V to 3.6 V) high pulse (up to 200 mA) current output. The intelligent learning algorithm monitors the energy used during repetitive load pulse cycles and optimizes first stage DC/DC conversion to minimize the residual charge in the storage capacitor. When not performing an energy conversion cycle (standby state), these devices consume less than 50 nA.

Self-Powered Single-Channel Isolated GaNFET Gate Driver

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allegromicro.com

Product Release
2023-07-11

Allegro MicroSystems announced the launch of its Power-Thru isolated gate driver (AHV85110). The first product introduced in the company’s Power-Thru portfolio; Allegro’s isolated gate driver creates a single-package solution that drives GaN FETs with up to a 50% smaller footprint and a 40% efficiency improvement compared to competitor offerings. Allegro’s patent protected, highly differentiated Power-Thru gate driver (AHV85110) gives engineers and designers access to efficient high-power isolated gate driving technologies that provide multiple system level benefits. The gate driver combines traditionally separate components - the isolated gate driver and the isolated power supply - into a single, compact, robust package. A perfect example of “less is more,” Allegro’s platform minimizes EMI pathways and simplifies integration, resulting in faster time to market, efficiency gains, and production cost savings. “Our engineering team leveraged technology from our acquisition of Heyday Integrated Circuits to rapidly develop the first device in our new Power-Thru portfolio to help designers achieve their efficiency and power density goals in clean energy and e-Mobility systems,” said Vijay Mangtani, Vice President and General Manager for High-Voltage Power at Allegro MicroSystems. “This new series of patented, industry-first solutions enables engineers to build smaller, more-efficient systems while reducing time to market and maximizing return on investment.”

High Density Source Measure Unit to Speed Semiconductor Characterization

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keysight.com

Product Release
2023-07-11

Keysight Technologies introduces the PZ2100 Series High-Channel Density Precision Source Measure Unit (SMU) Solution, a SMU solution giving digital development engineers 20 precision SMU channels within a 1U rack space to speed the characterization of integrated circuit (IC) designs. While innovation cycles are shortening and digital standards are evolving, designing a semiconductor component or device and delivering it to market remains a time-intensive, technical process. Digital development engineers must connect and test multiple ports on a single device-under-test (DUT) throughout the design cycle to troubleshoot and characterize the performance of the IC. Without high-density, automated characterization solutions, engineers risk slowing their delivery timelines as they validate with complex, multiport designs using complicated and low-density test setups. Keysight’s PZ2100 Series SMU addresses this risk by giving design engineers a high-density SMU solution that is scalable to 20 SMU channels in a compact 1U rack configuration. The solution also speeds time-to-market with flexible software options, simplified system integration and synchronization, and application-specific measurement capabilities, allowing them to focus more time on characterization and less on synchronization.

Bipolar Design High-Voltage Contactors

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tdk-electronics.tdk.com

Product Release
2023-07-11

TDK Corporation presents HVC27 (B88269X*) high-voltage contactors that can safely and reliably switch off continuous DC currents of 300 A to 500 A and operating DC voltages of up to 1000 V in lithium-ion batteries in 20 ms or less, depending on the type. This is made possible by the gas-filled ceramic arc chamber which is also used in the other HVC types from TDK. Completely new is the optional Hall-effect sensor for the auxiliary contact. It is used to detect the switching state of the main contacts. The bidirectional design allows only one HVC27 to charge and discharge batteries as well as to power motor drive systems and do regenerative braking (recuperation). There are three mechanical versions of the UL-certified HVC27 series: an upright version (C1) with dimensions of 95 x 44 x 90 mm (L x W x H) and a horizontal version (C5) with 90 x 90 x 46 mm, as well as a third version as a replacement type (NIL) for the HVC25 (HVC200, 300 and 500). The high current contactors are available with single or double coil, with working voltages of 12 V or 24 V. The single-coil version requires 6 W in continuous operation, the dual-coil version only 4 W. The service life for resistive opening (450 V/300 A) is specified with 1500 operations for the single coil version and 2000 operations for the dual-coil version. At 750 V/300 A, these values are 150 and 1000 opening cycles, respectively.

Motor Control Reference Design Project

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we-online.com

Industry News
2023-07-11

Würth Elektronik and STMicroelectronics jointly developed a demo using a Würth power tool. The design, which efficiently drives a low-voltage Brushless DC motor, is ideal for handheld power-tool applications. Moreover, the design includes all the necessary user interfaces required to control the motor’s trigger, speed, and direction. Over the past few years, STMicroelectronics and Würth Elektronik have established a strong collaboration developing reference designs that leverage the best of each companies’ portfolios. By combining active components from STMicroelectronics with passive components from Würth Elektronik, the companies can offer ready-made turnkey or customizable solutions to customers. The synergies of the collaboration between STMicroelectronics and Würth Elektronik are reflected in the breadth and success of earlier joint projects, including the integration of Würth Elektronik components on a range of STMicroelectronics evaluation boards. “Working with Würth Elektronik, STMicroelectronics has shown its capability to work with partners to extract the best performance from its product offer and to jointly develop system solutions addressing the most challenging and complex application needs,” said Ricardo De Sa Earp, Executive Vice President, General-Purpose Microcontroller Sub-Group, STMicroelectronics. “The development of a cost-effective, high-quality reference design that forms the basis for outstanding power tools is another example of the fruitful collaboration we share with STMicroelectronics,” said Alexander Gerfer, CTO, Würth Elektronik eiSos Group.

Non-Destructive, In-Line Subsurface Metrology System

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Product Release
2023-07-10

Nearfield Instruments B.V., a provider of process control metrology solutions for advanced semiconductor devices, launched AUDIRA – an in-line, non-destructive subsurface metrology system for advanced semiconductor manufacturing. The AUDIRA system provides highly accurate and reproducible nanometer-level measurements of buried features and defects, such as voids, in advanced memory and logic devices. "AUDIRA is a game-changer for advanced semiconductor manufacturing. It provides measurement data that was previously not available without having to remove the wafer from the line," said Hamed Sadeghian, CEO, Nearfield Instruments. "Most importantly, the AUDIRA gives process engineers insight into the wafer's innermost layers – details they never were able to measure before nondestructively and sometimes would never have even known to look for. AUDIRA, like our first product QUADRA, turns in-line metrology and inspection into an added value in the semiconductor manufacturing process." Nearfield Instruments anticipates that AUDIRA will complement transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and critical dimension-scanning electron microscopy (CD-SEM) for subsurface process control measurements. AUDIRA uses an acoustic approach that is fast, very precise and non-destructive with the added advantages of being in-line with a fast turn-around time.

Compact Airfast GaN Reference Design

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richardsonrfpd.com

Product Release
2023-07-10

Richardson RFPD announced the availability and full design support capabilities for a reference design from NXP Semiconductors. The A3G26D055N-100 is an orderable reference design for NXP's A3G26D055NT4, a 100–2690 MHz, RF power discrete GaN HEMT housed in a DFN 7 mm x 6.5 mm over-molded plastic package. It has an unmatched output allowing for wide frequency range utilization. The transistor is designed for cellular base station applications requiring wide instantaneous bandwidth capability. The A3G26D055N-100 circuit optimizes the device from 100–2500 MHz, with 12 W CW and 11 dB gain by utilizing half of the device. The compact circuit (7 cm x 5 cm) is available for order from Richardson RFPD, and the circuit information is licensable from NXP.

Automotive Grade Amplifier

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nisshinbo-microdevices.co.jp

Product Release
2023-07-07

Nisshinbo Micro Devices has launched the NJG1187AKGC-A, an automotive-grade, high gain, low noise amplifier (LNA), compliant to various automotive standards such as AEC-Q100 Grade 2 and VDA 6.3. This LNA is specifically targeted at Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) applications, including GPS, QZSS, GLONASS, BeiDou, and Galileo. It provides amplification and noise reduction capabilities to enhance the performance of GNSS receivers. Example applications using this LNA are automotive GNSS receivers, active antenna, dashboard camera, satellite navigation, and GNSS modules. The NJG1187AKGC-A offers the flexibility to operate in different frequency bands. By adjusting the value of external components, it can be tuned to either the L1 band (1.5 GHz) or the L2/5/6 bands (1.1 to 1.2 GHz). This feature allows the LNA to be compatible with various GNSS systems. With a wide operating temperature range of -40 to +105°C, the NJG1187AKGC-A is well-suited for automotive applications, where temperature variations can be significant. It can withstand the demanding conditions encountered in automotive environments. To ensure robustness and protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD), the LNA incorporates integrated ESD protection on each pin. This feature helps to safeguard the amplifier and maintain its reliability in the presence of ESD events. The package used for the NJG1187AKGC-A is an ESON6-GC, featuring wettable flanks. This design enhances the solderability of the component and facilitates improved automated visual inspection of the solder joints. These advantages contribute to the overall reliability and quality of the product.

Residual Current Monitor Product Line for Electrical Charging Stations

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littelfuse.com

Product Release
2023-07-06

Littelfuse introduces its Western Automation Research and Development Residual Current Monitor (RCM) product line to detect AC and DC ground fault currents in electrical vehicle (EV) charging installations. When a residual fault current occurs, the RCM sends an output signal that triggers a relay or contactor to shut off the supply power and remove the shock hazard during electrical vehicle charging. The RCM product line offers various models to support the global UL and IEC safety standards for EV charging applications. These products may be used to detect AC, DC, or both type of faults in single-phase or multi-phase installations. "Electrical vehicles are a major priority for car manufacturers, and it is only a matter of time before EVs become a significant proportion of all vehicles - making it paramount that charging applications are safe and reliable," stated Philippe Di Fulvio, Littelfuse EV Infrastructure Business Development Manager. "The RCM monitor detects AC and DC ground fault currents and quickly triggers a fault output to disable the charging current and remove the shock hazard when charging vehicles."

GaN Driver Integrates Galvanic Isolation for Safety and Reliability

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st.com

Product Release
2023-07-06

STMicroelectronics' first galvanically isolated gate driver for gallium-nitride (GaN) transistors, the STGAP2GS, trims dimensions and bill-of-materials costs in applications that demand superior wide-bandgap efficiency with robust safety and electrical protection. The single-channel driver can be connected to a high-voltage rail up to 1200V, or 1700V with the STGAP2GSN narrow-body version, and provides gate-driving voltage up to 15V. Capable of sinking and sourcing up to 3A gate current to the connected GaN transistor, the driver ensures tightly controlled switching transitions up to high operating frequencies. With minimal propagation delay across the isolation barrier, at just 45ns, the STGAP2GS ensures fast dynamic response. In addition, dV/dt transient immunity of ±100V/ns over the full temperature range guards against unwanted transistor gate change. The STGAP2GS is available with separate sink and source pins for easy tuning of the gate-driving operation and performance. Saving the need for discrete components to provide optical isolation, the STGAP2GS driver eases the adoption of efficient and robust GaN technology in various consumer and industrial applications. These include power supplies in computer servers, factory-automation equipment, motor drivers, solar and wind power systems, home appliances, domestic fans, and wireless chargers. In addition to integrating galvanic isolation, the driver also features built-in system protection including thermal shutdown and under-voltage lockout (UVLO) optimized for GaN technology, to ensure reliability and ruggedness.

DC Surge Protective Device Series

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bourns.com

Product Release
2023-07-05

Bourns introduced a DC Surge Protective Device (SPD) Series. The Bourns Model 1420A Series SPDs are a family of DIN Rail general duty SPDs with pluggable/replaceable modules offering surge rates up to 50 kA in different configurations. Bourns specifically designed its Model 1420A Series SPDs to meet high-risk electrical service entrance and branch panel protection requirements of high power, sensitive energy generation and distribution terminals such as EV fast chargers, battery energy storage systems (BESS) and photovoltaic energy generation systems. Sustained abnormal overvoltage high-energy surges can cause SPDs and/or MOVs to go into a thermal runaway condition that many times leads to device overheating and create a fire hazard. For this reason, Bourns' latest SPD products feature an Advanced Thermal Disconnector (TD+) that has a self-extinguishing mechanism that helps increase device safety during catastrophic end-of-life events. These SPDs come with an additional window fault indicator and remote auxiliary output signal, which provides the ability to monitor the status of the device. The Bourns Model 1420A SPD Series is available now and is RoHS* compliant. This series is a UL recognized Type 4, Type 2 Location SPD and complies with IEC 61643-31 standards.

Gap Filler Pad Offers 8.3 W/m-K Thermal Conductivity

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parker.com

Product Release
2023-07-05

The Chomerics Division of Parker Hannifin Corporation has announced its THERM-A-GAP PAD 80 high-performance gap filler pad is now available. This product provides designers of electronics and telecoms devices with a thermal conductivity of 8.3 W/m-K for superior heat transfer. With the highest available thermal conductivity in its product family, THERM-A-GAP PAD 80 also maintains low compression forces and conformability between mating surfaces. Very low compression force means the product will deflect under assembly pressure, minimising stress on components, soldered joints and PCB leads. Offering low hardness (40 Shore 00), the elastomeric, vibration-dampening THERM-A-GAP PAD 80 serves as a highly effective thermal interface between heatsinks and heat-generating components in electronic devices where uneven surfaces, air gaps or rough surfaces exist. The material also exhibits low silicone oil bleeding, thus minimising the potential for greasy residues to accumulate on the surface of the heatsink or substrate during use. Oil bleed from inferior thermal gap filler pads can promote reduced electrical performance through lower surface resistance and breakdown voltage. Furthermore, surrounding impurities and particles may adsorb in or adhere to the oil, compromising product performance and service life. Among those set to benefit from the attributes of THERM-A-GAP PAD 80 are manufacturers of 5G and telecom equipment/infrastructure, smart home devices, automotive electronics (including ADAS modules), electric vehicle charging units, power supplies, computing modules like GPUs and CPUs, computer servers, and memory and data storage units.

Acquiring Shares in Start-Up Sunpact

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finepower.com

Industry News
2023-07-05

As part of their strategic and sustainable company orientation, Finepower acquired shares in Sunpact, a startup company engaged in the generation, storage and grid- feeding of renewable energy. Sunpact is currently selling balcony power inverter and solar panels, which will soon be expanded to include a balcony storage system, the "Sunpact-Marisol". For the storage product, Finepower will supply the electronic power assemblies. In this context, a LOI has also been signed with Sunpact, which nominates Finepower as a supplier for electronic assemblies for Sunpact products. Compared to existing solutions on the market, the "Marisol" storage can be retrofitted for all existing balcony inverters. The grid-feeding of balcony power plants is limited to 600 W. This feed-in power is adjusted to the current consumption via the Marisol using app and power sensing sockets. The storage can be charged up to 1600 W with up to 4 PV panels. Thus, the reduction of self-consumption is possible during night and day. The target to introduce the storage to the marked should be within this year. In the last years, Finepower Engineering has established quality processes that enable them to work for the automotive industry and guarantee the quality of their own products. Furthermore, strategic partners for production were set up and production processes were aligned with the EMS partners. The management of the partners as well as the supply of components and the sale of Finepower electronic products will be carried out in close cooperation between Finepower Sales and Finepower Engineering.

Medical Grade 4:1 DC/DC Packs 60W in Miniature Package

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recom-power.com

Product Release
2023-07-05

RECOM has added a 60W board-mount DC/DC with high power density and medical-grade isolation to their portfolio. The REM60-W is available with two input ranges, 9-36VDC, and 18-75VDC, each with a selection of tightly regulated single and dual outputs: 5V, 5.1V, 12V, 15V, 24V +/-12V, and +/-15V. The case size of the DC/DC is just 2.3" x 1.5" x 0.5" (57.9 x 36.8 x 12.7mm). Thanks to their efficiency, peaking at over 90%, the DC/DCs operate to 105°C ambient with derating, or as an example, to 83°C at full 60W output power with 2m/s airflow (REM60-4824SW variant). The REM60-W series has reinforced/ 2MOPP isolation, rated 5kVAC/1min for 250VAC working voltage, with creepage and clearance distance from input to output of more than 8mm. Patient leakage current is 4.5µA maximum to suit medical B, BF, and CF applications. Medical safety certifications include IEC/EN 60601-1 3rd edition as well as ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1 and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60601-1:14 for the North American markets. The parts are also compliant with EN 60601-1-2 for EMI immunity for medical equipment. IEC/UL/EN 62368-1 certifications are also held for the IT/multimedia markets and EMC standards EN 55032 Class A and B can be met with a simple external filter. The REM60-W series is characterized for the operation to 5000m altitude and for a pollution degree 2 (PD2) environment. Reliability is also high at over 1Mhrs MTBF according to MIL-HDBK-217F, 25°C, Ground Benign conditions.

10 Year Silicon Carbide Wafer Supply Agreement

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Industry News
2023-07-05

Renesas Electronics and Wolfspeed announced the execution of a wafer supply agreement and $2 billion (USD) deposit by Renesas to secure a 10 year supply commitment of silicon carbide bare and epitaxial wafers from Wolfspeed. The supply of silicon carbide wafers from Wolfspeed will pave the way for Renesas to scale production of silicon carbide power semiconductors starting in 2025. The signing ceremony of the agreement was held at Renesas' headquarters in Tokyo between Hidetoshi Shibata, President and CEO of Renesas, and Gregg Lowe, President and CEO of Wolfspeed. The decade-long supply agreement calls for Wolfspeed to provide Renesas with 150mm silicon carbide bare and epitaxial wafers scaling in CY2025, reinforcing the companies' vision for an industry-wide transition from silicon to silicon carbide semiconductor power devices. The agreement also anticipates supplying Renesas with 200mm silicon carbide bare and epitaxial wafers after the recently announced John Palmour Manufacturing Center for Silicon Carbide (the "JP") is fully operational. "The wafer supply agreement with Wolfspeed will provide Renesas with a stable, long-term supply base of high-quality silicon carbide wafers. This empowers Renesas to scale our power semiconductor offerings to better serve customers' vast array of applications," said Hidetoshi Shibata, President and CEO of Renesas. "We are now poised to elevate ourselves as a key player in the accelerating silicon carbide market."

Automotive Voltage Trackers Offering a 250mA Output

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ablic.com

Product Release
2023-07-04

ABLIC launched the S-19721 Series of automotive voltage trackers. The S-19721 Series of voltage trackers is in a class of ICs with the lowest offset voltage in the industry (*1) and provides accurate sensor readings in supplying ECU external sensors and components with electricity. This series can output up to 250mA and can cope with the high current output required by high performance sensors or power groups of sensor as the number of sensors multiplies. What's more, an anomaly notification function that detects IC anomaly and makes them known via the INT pin and other protective circuits protect ECUs even in the event of a wire harness failure to further improve safety. The S-19721 Series is in a class of ICs with the lowest offset voltage in the industry and comes with an anomaly notification function that makes known IC status. Combined with a number of protective circuits, it is a product that brings additional safety to autonomous driving. Versatile packaging that meets a variety of customer needs is provided. The S-19721 Series is also PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) capable and planned for compliance with Grade 1 of the AEC (*)-Q100 (*Automotive Electronics Council) quality standard for automotive ICs.

Peter Lieberwirth Appointed President and CEO

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2023-07-04

Toshiba Electronics Europe has announced Peter Lieberwirth as the new President and CEO, effective 1st July. In his new role, he will lead the development and execution of Toshiba's strategy for its electronic components business in Europe. He takes over from Tomoaki Kumagai, the outgoing President, who has been promoted to a global role, as Corporate Vice President, General Executive, Global Strategy & Business Development, Japan. Peter Lieberwirth, who joined Toshiba in 1992, has held the Vice President Marketing & Operations Division role since 2018, where his extensive experience across sales and marketing functions has proven invaluable. "I am extremely honoured to now lead the company that I have been working for with great passion over many years. Toshiba has a very competent and experienced team which is committed to providing excellent service, helping customers develop successful products and systems. It is my goal to foster the relationship with our valued European customers and to position Toshiba as a key supplier in this region," says Peter Lieberwirth. He continues: "We are experiencing exciting times in the European market, and there is a strong demand for technologies that support environmental sustainability, which has also become an important focus for Toshiba's global operation. As a provider of world-leading power semiconductors, ceramic insulating heat dissipation substrates, as well as SCiBTM highly safe rechargeable batteries and innovative technologies such as our high-capacity enterprise hard disk drives, we are well placed to help customers reduce their power consumption, contributing towards more environmentally-friendly operations."

Multi-Year Investment Initiative to Expand its Presence in India

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microchip.com

Industry News
2023-07-03

Microchip Technology announces a multi-year initiative to invest approximately $300 million in expanding its operations in India, one of the world's fastest-growing semiconductor industry hubs. "Microchip is making a significant strategic commitment to growing our operations in India, whose meteoric growth has established it as one of the top sources of business and technical resources in our sector," said Ganesh Moorthy, President and CEO of Microchip. "Our investments here will enable us to both benefit from and contribute to the country's increasingly important role in the global semiconductor industry." Approximately 2,500 Microchip employees in India are integral to the company's semiconductor design and development, sales and support, IT infrastructure and application engineering operations. They strengthen corporate initiatives, support 2,000 customers in the region and make valuable contributions across more than 25 business units that develop solutions for industrial, automotive, data center, aerospace and defense, communications and consumer industries. "Microchip's investments in India over nearly two and a half decades have augmented its headcount growth, resulting in building a center of excellence for engineering deliverables and solutions for Microchip's global success," said Krishna Moorthy, President and CEO of the India Electronics and Semiconductor Association (IESA). "We look forward to celebrating Microchip's continued progress in India as it embarks on this impressive growth campaign."

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The 5th IEEE International Conference on DC Microgrids (ICDCM)	The International Conference on DC Microgrids (ICD...	11550	Event News	The 5th IEEE International Conference on DC Microgrids (ICDCM)	The International Conference on DC Microgrids (ICDCM) will be taking place from 15-17 November 2023 at Auckland University of Technology in Auckland, New Zealand. The conference will include oral presentations, poster sessions, plenary sessions, educational tutorials, vendor shows, excursions, and social programs. ICDCM aims to bring together professionals from industry and researchers in the field of DC microgrids and related technologies to advance understanding and capability for endpoint use of DC systems and technologies. Technical sessions will be arranged around focus areas - the use of DC systems with low voltage (up to 1500 VDC) in kW power scale in residential and commercial application and MW power scale in industrial applications as a part of private or public installations with up to several thousand Volts. The conference will include oral presentations, poster sessions, plenary sessions, educational tutorials, vendor shows, excursions, and social programs.	10.09.2023 13:00:00	Sep	news_2023-09-15_8.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_8.jpg	https://www.ieee-icdcm.org/	ieee-icdcm.org
Premium Battery Cells for Electromobility	An essential prerequisite for the further expansio...	11554	Product Release	Premium Battery Cells for Electromobility	An essential prerequisite for the further expansion and acceptance of electromobility in Germany is a sustainable and high-performance battery cell technology, in addition to the expansion of charging infrastructure. The International Motor Show (IAA) in Munich is traditionally the showcase of the future for the automotive industry. Numerous automakers and suppliers presented their innovations and visionary concepts for sustainable, digital and, above all, electric mobility to an international audience. Behind each of the newly presented electric vehicles is a component that is invisible from the outside, but crucial: the battery cell. CustomCells develops and supplies the latest lithium-ion cell technology and focuses on customized premium battery cells that power e-cars of today and tomorrow. This year's IAA has once again made it clear that the future of mobility is electric. At the official opening of the mobility trade show, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz reaffirmed the German government's goal of putting 15 million electric cars on the roads by 2030. VDA President Hildegard Müller spoke of a "performance show of innovations" and emphasized the holistic progress in the field of electromobility. In addition to the expansion of the charging infrastructure, a key prerequisite for the further ramp-up and acceptance of electromobility is sustainable and high-performance battery cell technology in Germany. The battery is one of the central components of an electric car, regardless of segment and vehicle class: it influences both the range and the performance of the vehicle and, with a cost share of up to 40 percent, is the most expensive but also the most central individual component.	07.09.2023 17:00:00	Sep	news_2023-09-15_12.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_12.jpg	https://www.customcells.org/news/customcellsr-news/detail/premium-battery-cells-for-electromobility/	customcells.org
Expansion of the European Semiconductor Industry	The European Committee of the Regions, together wi...	11553	Industry News	Expansion of the European Semiconductor Industry	The European Committee of the Regions, together with the Free State of Saxony, has launched the European Semiconductor Regions Alliance – a political network of regions engaged to strengthen Europe's capacity to produce semiconductors and microelectronics, reducing its dependency from supplies from third countries. The Alliance aims to identify and help remove the obstacles to the industry's strategic development by improving the legal framework, promoting public and private investment, supporting the sharing of knowledge and the development of strong and resilient value chains. The global semiconductor shortage has exposed regions' and cities' dependence on supply from a limited number of companies and its vulnerability to export restrictions from third countries and other disruptions in the current geopolitical context. The EU's share of the global semiconductor market is currently 10% by value, far below its economic weight. In order to support the expansion and diversification of the chip sector in the European Union, 27 regions from 12 Member States have joined forces to form the European Semiconductor Regions Alliance (ESRA) to share their experience in this strategic field and to help strengthen Europe as a key player in the global competition with the US and China.	07.09.2023 16:00:00	Sep	news_2023-09-15_11.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_11.jpg	https://cor.europa.eu/en/news/Pages/Regions-team-up-to-speed-up-the-expansion-of-the-European-semiconductor-industry.aspx	cor.europa.eu
The Battery Show India 2023 Preview Elevates Industry Conversations, Paves the Way for a Sustainable Future	Informa Markets in India is all set to unveil the ...	11567	Event News	The Battery Show India 2023 Preview Elevates Industry Conversations, Paves the Way for a Sustainable Future	Informa Markets in India is all set to unveil the inaugural edition of The Battery Show India (TBSI), an event poised to redefine the landscape of advanced battery manufacturing within the country. Born from the success stories of The Battery Show in the USA and Europe, the long-awaited debut of the Indian chapter is poised to become the annual go-to event for fostering connections within India's battery, energy storage, and transportation sectors. Co-located with the Renewable Energy India (REI) Expo, Asia's largest and most influential renewable energy event, the expos are scheduled from October 4th to 6th, 2023, at the India Expo Centre in Greater Noida, Delhi-NCR. TBSI offers a valuable crossover with Renewable Energy Sector Stakeholders, extending into the energy storage domain and addressing a key challenge for renewables. The Battery Show India and Renewable Energy India together anticipate attracting approximately 40,000 visitors, fostering a dynamic convergence of industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders.	06.09.2023 18:30:00	Sep	news_2023-09-15_25.JPG	\images\news_2023-09-15_25.JPG	https://www.thebatteryshowindia.com/home	thebatteryshowindia.com
Second Gen DC-DC Converter for eMobility	Bel Fuse announced the release of the Bel Power So...	11566	Product Release	Second Gen DC-DC Converter for eMobility	Bel Fuse announced the release of the Bel Power Solutions 700DNG40-24-8, the second generation 4 kW liquid cooled DC-DC converter. The unit creates DC voltages in hybrid and electric vehicles suitable to power low voltage accessories, replacing a traditional alternator. The converter is smaller and operates at a wider input voltage range from 450 to 900 Vdc than its 700DNC40-24-8G predecessor, delivering up to 4000 W of output power. Housed in a compact design weighing only 4.5kg, the unit is fit for a variety of deployments in construction, mining, bus and trucking, along with marine and ground support equipment. Features include efficiency of up to 95%, high reliability, low output voltage noise, and excellent dynamic response to load/input changes. Plus, the 700DNG40-24-8 converter is parallelable up to 8 units, and includes optional UDS functionality, CAN FD and cybersecurity. The 700DNG40-24-8 DC-DC converter is available immediately.	06.09.2023 17:30:00	Sep	news_2023-09-15_24.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_24.jpg	https://www.belfuse.com/news-detail/bel-releases-new-second-gen-dc-dc-converter-for-emobility	belfuse.com
The smarter E South America 2023 – LATAM's Innovation Hub for the New Energy World	It took just one decade for PV solar energy to ris...	11552	Event News	The smarter E South America 2023 – LATAM's Innovation Hub for the New Energy World	It took just one decade for PV solar energy to rise to a position of prominence in the Brazilian market. It is now the second largest electricity generation technology, accounting for 15% of the Brazilian electricity mix, with an installed capacity of 33.5 GW. It has created 1 million new jobs and accrued more than R$163 billion in investments between 2012 and 2023. The smarter E South America, LATAM's Innovation Hub for the New Energy World, in São Paulo, is a reflection of these impressive figures. The 10th anniversary of the exhibition and conference Intersolar South America is another indicator of how the market has evolved. During the festivities of this important milestone for the event, special Awards were dedicated to its pioneers and supporters. The figures show that Brazil is on its way to becoming a great market player in renewable energy. The event is itself evidence of the market's strength and growth: around 50,000 visitors came to Expo Center Norte in the three days from August 29 to 31, of whom more than 2,500 attended the conferences. The smarter E South America brings together Intersolar South America, LATAM's Largest Exhibition and Conference for the Solar Industry, ees South America, LATAM's Hot Spot for Batteries & Energy Storage Systems, and Eletrotec+EM-Power South America, The Exhibition for Electrical Infrastructure and Energy Management.	06.09.2023 15:00:00	Sep	news_2023-09-15_10.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_10.jpg	https://www.thesmartere.com.br/press-release/record-numbers-at-the-smarter-e-south-america-2023?ref=m5f620d1ce91820589627e67a-t1694438637-c8eb2ad9a	thesmartere.com.br
Polymer Hybrid Capacitors	The ZUU series of conductive polymer hybrid alumin...	11563	Product Release	Polymer Hybrid Capacitors	The ZUU series of conductive polymer hybrid aluminium electrolytic capacitors from Panasonic Industry benefit from some of the best technical specifications currently available on the market for this type of capacitor. ZUU series components feature the highest ripple current handling capability of 6.1 Arms maximum (a 60% increase over our previous series) at both 125°C and 135°C, together with the largest capacitance value of 1,000µF maximum (an 80% increase over our previous series) and the lowest ESR value of 8mΩ minimum. The lifetime of the capacitors is also very good with 4000h at both 125°C and 135°C. Fully AEC-Q200 compliant, ZUU series polymer hybrid capacitors are ideal for use in several 'under the hood' automotive applications like pump, electric power steering, cooling fans, high current DC to DC converter and ADAS. Further target applications are telecommunications (DC to DC converter and AC to DC converter in base stations, servers, routers and switches), industrial (inverter power supply in robotics) as well as general power supplies (DC side of both inverter and rectifier circuits). Upon request also vibration-proof variants of ZUU capacitors with 6mm diameter or greater are available These devices can withstand shocks of as much as 30G. Standard parts can withstand 10G maximum.	06.09.2023 14:30:00	Sep	news_2023-09-15_21.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_21.jpg	https://industry.panasonic.eu/company/newsroom/panasonic-industry-releases-new-zuu-series	industry.panasonic.eu
Switching Regulator has Pre-Formed Leads	RECOM's low-cost R-78K-2.0 series is now available...	11562	Product Release	Switching Regulator has Pre-Formed Leads	RECOM's low-cost R-78K-2.0 series is now available with 90 degree, pre-formed, through-hole pins for horizontal mounting where a low profile of just 8.5mm is an advantage. The R-78K-2.0(L) has the same electrical specifications and fixed output options from 1.2V to 15V, with a maximum input voltage of 36V. The low-profile, horizontal mounting option suits products with component height restrictions and is complemented by the high efficiency achieved, peaking at 96%. This means that no heatsinking is required, further saving space and costs. The R-78K-2.0(L) series has a maximum case temperature of +110°C, allowing operation to +90°C ambient for some variants without derating, dependent on the input voltage. Quiescent current is 1mA maximum for energy savings and extended battery life in portable equipment. Input under-voltage and short-circuit protection is provided, and the parts are certified to IEC/EN 62368-1 3<sup>rd</sup> edition.	06.09.2023 13:30:00	Sep	news_2023-09-15_20.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_20.jpg	https://recom-power.com/en/rec-n-r-78k-2.0%28l%29-switching-regulator-has-pre-formed-leads-280.html?2	recom-power.com
25 Years of Switch-Mode Power Supply Units – A Success Story from Baden	What began in 1997 with an innovative switch-mode ...	11548	Industry News	25 Years of Switch-Mode Power Supply Units – A Success Story from Baden	What began in 1997 with an innovative switch-mode power supply unit, is now a company with 250 employees which produces individual power supply solutions. inpotron Schaltnetzteile GmbH isn't just looking back on a successful quarter of a century packed with innovations; thanks to its agile company culture, it is also well-prepared for the future. During the 1990s, electronics and digital technologies became increasingly prevalent in industry, office and consumer electronics. The transformer power supply units common at the time quickly reached technical limitations with the type of power supply used. The market demanded power supply units which were not only smaller and more efficient, but also ones which could reliably avert power fluctuations, to prevent the increasingly sensitive devices from crashing. Friedrich Spaun, owner of Spaun Electronic GmbH in Singen, was also on the hunt for developers for this new type of power supply unit. In Hermann Püthe he found a young electronics engineer, who developed switch-mode power supply units corresponding to the particular demands of the market. As this was welcomed with enthusiasm among customers, more orders followed, and soon the pair agreed on founding Spaun Schaltnetzteile GmbH. With a team of six people, the new company bought its first building in Hilzingen in 1998. Then, the main focus was on the development and production of 8 to 50 watt low-power units using a flyback converter topology. From the very beginning, they didn't merely plan to meet the needs of the co-shareholder Spaun; they planned to gain more customers. At the end of the first year, the young company recorded a turnover of 1.6 million German marks already. Only four years later, the now 23 employees had exceeded the turnover threshold of 2.5 million euros, with an annual production of 165,000 switch-mode power supply units. In spite of adding floors to the company premises, the company was quickly running out of space. For this reason - to mark the 10th anniversary of the company - new headquarters were purchased at Hebelsteinstraße in Hilzingen, and the company was renamed "inpotron Schaltnetzteile GmbH". This building was supposed to meet the need for space for the next 20 years. However, even the financial and economic crisis in 2008 and 2009 couldn't hold back the growth of inpotron for very long. In 2013, inpotron had to create a bit more space with construction and the purchase of a new distribution and logistics centre. The development of the building is - to a great extent - a visible sign of the agile culture of this business. From the very beginning, the team led by Hermann Püthe reacted in versatile and unique ways to the needs of their customers. True to the motto "from customer wishes to customer advantages", the power supply units at inpotron are developed and produced at the very limit of what is physically feasible – without compromise. At that, the company neglects neither their reliability nor their sustainability. Even twenty years later, inpotron switch-mode power supply units are still available, but the technology behind them is state of the art. With this strategy, the company which now comprises 250 people, also overcame the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic. It's therefore no surprise, that the 25th anniversary on Hebelsteinstraße was once again celebrated with the official opening of a new building extension. The company slogan "activates your best" is the best way to express the company spirit.	06.09.2023 11:00:00	Sep	news_2023-09-15_6.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_6.jpg	https://www.inpotron.com/en/	inpotron.com
Evaluation Board for 65 W Multi-Port Fast Chargers	Silanna Semiconductor has unveiled an evaluation b...	11559	Product Release	Evaluation Board for 65 W Multi-Port Fast Chargers	Silanna Semiconductor has unveiled an evaluation board that simplifies the design, testing and prototyping of 65 W multi-port USB-PD and QC fast charging applications. Designed to deliver a real-life implementation when used with a front-end AC/DC converter, the SZPL3002AA-EVB03 integrates three Silanna SZPL3002A DC/DC converter ICs, which are integrated buck converters offering intelligent power sharing capabilities. Two USB-C female connectors and one USB-A connector are provided, while screw terminals are located at the input for connection to a DC supply (typically 24 V). The board is preconfigured from the factory with contract configurations for two 65 W Type-C PD ports and an 18 W QC Type-A port. Total power delivered by the EVB is limited to 65 W and is constantly monitored and re-allocated between ports by the firmware. The switching frequency is set to 667 kHz with 8 ms of soft-start time. An I<sup>2</sup>C bus interface allows for inter-IC communication among the SZPL3002A devices for advanced applications in shared power, multiple output charging ports. The bus also facilitates programming on-board OTP memories. Incorporating a built-in USB PD/FC port controller and operating with efficiencies to 98%, the Silanna SZPL3002 DC/DC converter is supplied in a QFN 5 mm x 5 mm thermally enhanced package and significantly reduces the number of components needed to implement 65 W fast charger and adapter applications. These include AC/DC chargers, multiple output USB-PD charging strips and USB-PD outputs in displays, televisions, docking stations and laptops.	06.09.2023 10:30:00	Sep	news_2023-09-15_17.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_17.jpg	https://powerdensity.com/2023/09/06/silanna-semiconductor-unveils-high-density-evaluation-board-for-65-w-multi-port-fast-chargers/	powerdensity.com
Great Place to Work	Wurth Electronics Midcom Inc, German Branch, with ...	11544	Industry News	Great Place to Work	Wurth Electronics Midcom Inc, German Branch, with its EU headquarters in Munich, was awarded the eponymous seal of approval as a very attractive employer by the independent organization Great Place to Work. In an internationally established and proven certification process, the evaluated company was able to demonstrate credible, fair leadership, active promotion of employees, respect, trust, pride and team spirit. "Employers look very closely at high potentials," says Stefan Mager, recruiter for the Munich site. "Anyone who wants to stay ahead in the race for the best talent today must demonstrate authentic processes based on comprehensible criteria and face a thoroughly objective assessment." This was one of the reasons why the Würth Elektronik subsidiary had itself independently certified. Great Place to Work specifically asked employees how the company was doing in terms of key factors such as leadership culture, promotion, respect, trust, pride and team spirit. In the comparative benchmark to the top 100 employers in Germany the results in the areas of respect, team spirit and pride are clearly above the average value.	06.09.2023 07:00:00	Sep	news_2023-09-15_2.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_2.jpg	https://www.we-online.com/en/news-center/press?d=great-place-to-work	we-online.com
Integrated GaN Platform for Demanding Applications	Navitas Semiconductor announced the world-wide lau...	11555	Product Release	Integrated GaN Platform for Demanding Applications	Navitas Semiconductor announced the world-wide launch of GaNSafe, a wide bandgap power platform, at a special customer, partner and press event in Taiwan. Navitas has optimized its 4th-generation gallium nitride technology for demanding, high-power applications in data centers, solar / energy storage and EV markets, where efficiency, power density and robust & reliable operation are critical. At the worldwide launch event at the Marriot Taipei, Navitas' David Carroll, Sr. VP Worldwide Sales, and Charles Bailley, Sr. Director Business Development introduced Navitas and the GaNSafe platform to an invited VIP audience of over 50 high-ranking customer attendees, plus industry partners and international media. The 4th-generation GaN power ICs are manufactured in Hsinchu, by long-term Navitas partner TSMC. Navitas' GaNFast power ICs integrate gallium nitride (GaN) power and drive, with control, sensing, and protection to enable faster charging, higher power density, and greater energy savings, with over 100,000,000 units shipped, and a 20-year warranty. Now, the GaNSafe platform has been engineered with additional, application-specific protection features, functions and new, high-power packaging to deliver enabling performance under grueling high-temperature, long-duration conditions.	06.09.2023 06:30:00	Sep	news_2023-09-15_13.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_13.jpg	https://navitassemi.com/navitas-gansafe-worlds-most-protected-gan-power-semiconductor-opens-multi-billion-dollar-data-center-solar-and-ev-opportunities/	navitassemi.com
65 GHz 12-Bit Oscilloscope Platform	LeCroy announced the launch of its WaveMaster 8000...	11558	Product Release	65 GHz 12-Bit Oscilloscope Platform	LeCroy announced the launch of its WaveMaster 8000HD high-bandwidth, high definition oscilloscope (HDO) platform with models from 20 to 65 GHz of bandwidth, 12 bits of resolution, up to 320 GS/s of sample rate and a 8 gigapoints (Gpts) of acquisition memory. The WaveMaster 8000HD retains the unrivaled validation and debug capabilities of its predecessor while adding SDA Expert serial data analysis software options for testing next-generation serial data technologies. Serial data technologies are increasing in speed - PCI Express (PCIe) 6.0 delivers a 64 gigatransfers per second (GT/s) data rate while USB4 Specification v2.0 delivers 80 gigabits per second (Gbps). Both standards use multi-level pulse-amplitude-modulation (PAM) signals. The increase in speed and the use of multi-level signaling requires both increased oscilloscope bandwidth and resolution. Serial data link complexity is also increasing through the use of dynamic link equalization, negotiation, training and handshaking operations to establish and maintain the highest transfer rates. Some of these operations are performed over parallel low-speed serial data links using a combination of physical layer signals and protocol communications.	05.09.2023 09:30:00	Sep	news_2023-09-15_16.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_16.jpg	https://www.teledynelecroy.com/pressreleases/document.aspx?news_id=2210&capid=107&mid=554	teledynelecroy.com
PCIM Asia Showcased the Future of Power Electronics	With 181 exhibitors and 15,348 visits, this year's...	11543	Event News	PCIM Asia Showcased the Future of Power Electronics	With 181 exhibitors and 15,348 visits, this year's edition of PCIM Asia saw three days of business exchange, networking and showcases of the most innovative products on the market. In addition to the exhibition, there were 49 presentations at the PCIM Asia concurrent forums, and a further 72 presentations at the PCIM Asia 2023 conference. Participants were excited to gather once again in Shanghai, remarking on the positive direction of the industry. Themed zones made a return to the exhibition with the E-mobility Zone, 3rd Generation Semiconductor Pavilion, Poster Session Area (part of the Conference), and University Zone all making an appearance this year. Products featured included power semiconductor components and modules, electrical devices, passive components, thermal management, test and measurement and more. Concurrent forums included the Power Electronics Application Forum, The 3rd Generation Semiconductor Forum, New energy development under the carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals, Electrical transportation technology in the Industry 4.0 era, as well as the Shanghai International Smart Home Energy Efficiency Control and Home Energy Management Forum. "All the topics we are addressing at the conference are key trends in power electronics, especially here in China, where energy-related and mobility topics are the future. We are just at the beginning of the conference, and you can already see the discussions firing up, with many experts attending and asking the right questions, so I'm really happy with this edition so far." said Professor Leo Lorenz, President, ECPE. The next edition will take place from 28 – 30 August 2024 at the Shenzhen World Exhibition and Convention Center.	05.09.2023 06:00:00	Sep	news_2023-09-15_1.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_1.jpg	https://pcimasia-expo.cn.messefrankfurt.com/shanghai/en/press/press-releases/2023/PCIM23_FR.html	pcimasia-expo.cn
GaN Power Stage ICs Contribute to Smaller Size and Lower Loss	ROHM has developed power stage ICs with built-in 6...	11557	Product Release	GaN Power Stage ICs Contribute to Smaller Size and Lower Loss	ROHM has developed power stage ICs with built-in 650V GaN HEMTs and gate driver - the BM3G0xxMUV-LB series. The devices are ideal for primary power supplies inside industrial and consumer applications such as data servers and AC adapters. Consumer and industrial sectors more and more demand greater energy savings to achieve a sustainable society in the last few years. However, while GaN HEMTs are expected to significantly contribute to greater miniaturization and improved power conversion efficiency, the difficulty in handling the gate compared to silicon MOSFETs requires the use of a dedicated gate driver. In response, ROHM developed power stage ICs that integrate GaN HEMTs and gate drivers into a single package by leveraging core power and analog technologies, facilitating mounting considerably. On top, the BM3G0xxMUV-LB series (BM3G015MUV-LB, BM3G007MUV-LB) incorporates additional functions and peripheral components designed to maximize GaN HEMT performance along with 650V GaN HEMTs - the next generation of power devices. And ROHM's features such as a wide drive voltage range (2.5V to 30V) enable compatibility with virtually any controller IC in primary power supplies - facilitating replacement of existing silicon (Super Junction) MOSFETs. This makes it possible to simultaneously reduce component volume and power loss by approx. 99% and 55%, respectively, achieving higher efficiency in a smaller size.	31.08.2023 08:30:00	Aug	news_2023-09-15_15.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_15.jpg	https://www.rohm.com/news-detail?news-title=2023-08-31_news_gan&defaultGroupId=false	rohm.com
RT Choke Series Mitigates EMI Issues in Robotics and Motor Drives	Schaffner has extended its range of filtering solu...	11565	Product Release	RT Choke Series Mitigates EMI Issues in Robotics and Motor Drives	Schaffner has extended its range of filtering solutions for suppressing electromagnetic interference (EMI) with a common-mode choke series designed for use with mid-size power range drives frequently used in robotics and motor drives. If not dealt with, EMI could cause robots to behave with unexpected movements, representing a serious risk to factory workers as well as the possibility of costly damage. In addition, EMI could interfere with functional-safety systems, such as the false triggering of a safety mechanism, leading to unnecessary equipment stoppages or safety protection systems failing to operate when required. By fitting this new current-compensated choke – which is capable of operating at currents up to 63A – it's now easier than ever to prevent EMI noise from going to power lines and disturbing the functioning of other systems. Ensuring improved immunity against grid disturbances, the RT choke series suppresses EMI noise in PCB integrated filter designs. Schaffner developed the choke series to meet the growing use of automation and electrification across a range of industries. Designed to help minimize costs, the addition of the RT choke series will also support design engineers working across a range of industrial segments. The choke is also ideal for AC and DC filtering up to 600V in fast chargers and charging stations, uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs), switch mode power supplies (SMPSs), photovoltaic inverters, industrial LED lighting, medical and laboratory equipment.	30.08.2023 16:30:00	Aug	news_2023-09-15_23.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_23.jpg	https://www.schaffner.com/media/schaffner-stories/detail/addition-of-new-rt-choke-series-mitigates-emi-issues-in-robotics-and-motor-drives	schaffner.com
Solutions for the Power Supply in Public Transportation	Mersen manufactures a large variety of systems and...	11556	Product Release	Solutions for the Power Supply in Public Transportation	Mersen manufactures a large variety of systems and components used for power transmission. The range of Current Collector Devices (CCD) spans from third-rail collector shoes to current collector contact strips in a wide variety of versions. An addition to the product family, the Digital Current Collector Device (D-CCD), is designed to monitor the quality of the current collection. The D-CCD measures in real time the contact force (N) exerted by the collector shoe on the third rail as well as the acceleration of the collector arm (shocks) and the temperature increase caused by the current flowing through the shoe. The data is time-stamped and then synchronized with the Train Control & Management System (TCMS). The use of the D-CCD makes it possible to reduce the wear on current collectors and third-rail shoes to a substantial degree. Mersen also offers vehicle manufacturers one of the largest ranges of powerful, compact, light, and robust knife switches. Ideal for subway systems, the 4 positions knife switch disconnectors are used, for instance, by the New York Metro R211. They are designed for applications at 600VDCand are operated by hand in an insulated handle. Since the knife switches have a modular and flexible design, they can be adapted to all electrical configurations. Better yet, the knife switches from Mersen also possess self-cleaning knife contacts, can be easily linked to the circuit, and have a life span of at least 25,000 switching cycles.	30.08.2023 07:30:00	Aug	news_2023-09-15_14.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_14.jpg	https://ep-fr.mersen.com/en/products/engineering/knife-switch?level1	ep-fr.mersen.com
Powering Innovation: Lightning Motorcycles Accelerates into the EV Racing Record Books	"After the first ride I was convinced that electri...	11551	Industry News	Powering Innovation: Lightning Motorcycles Accelerates into the EV Racing Record Books	"After the first ride I was convinced that electric motorcycles should be a business. The bike gives you a feeling of limitless torque, with no vibration, no noise and no heat – there is almost a magical feeling to it." That was the experience of Richard Hatfield, founder and CEO of Lightning Motorcycles Corporation, which now holds the land speed record for electric motorcycles, exceeding 215mph. The San Carlos, CA, company was founded in 2007, just a few streets over from another electric vehicle pioneer – Tesla. San Carlos at that time was ground zero for electric vehicle development and collaboration. After developing early prototypes with his original EV motorcycle design, Hatfield equipped his next bike with a Tesla motor and Lightning was born. Building on their history of motorbike performance excellence, the next challenges were range and charging time. Lightning's latest battery packs replaced the typical graphite anode with silicon anodes providing an energy density in the 300-watt-hour-per-kilogram range – higher than most automotive EV OEMs can achieve, according to Hatfield. Lightning's top bikes now range more than 170 miles and can recharge to 80 percent in 10 minutes. As Lightning's bikes became more sophisticated, the electronics on board demanded more power, but not weight. Managing electrical noise in a vehicle that's extremely compact and lightweight is always a challenge. Lightning adopted Vicor DCM power modules in all of its products, to power the 12V control electronics, lighting system, dash instrumentation and sensors.	29.08.2023 14:00:00	Aug	news_2023-09-15_9.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_9.jpg	https://www.vicorpower.com/press-room/lightning-motorcycles-accelerates-into-ev-racing	vicorpower.com
Package Technology for Battery Management MOSFETs	Alpha and Omega Semiconductor introduced the compa...	11561	Product Release	Package Technology for Battery Management MOSFETs	Alpha and Omega Semiconductor introduced the company's MRigidCSP packaging technology for battery management applications. Designed to decrease on-resistance while increasing mechanical strength, AOS initially offers its MRigidCSP technology on its AOCR33105E,12V common-drain dual N-channel MOSFET. AOS' more robust package technology is particularly suited to battery applications in smartphones, tablets, and ultra-thin notebooks. Fast charging, which requires lower power loss in the battery management circuit, is now widely adopted for portable devices. As the charging currents increase, ultra-low electrical resistance is needed for improved performance. In standard wafer-level chip scale packages (WL-CSPs), the substrate can be a significant portion of the total resistance when back-to-back MOSFETs are employed in battery management applications. A thinner substrate reduces the overall resistance but drastically reduces the package's mechanical strength. This reduction of mechanical strength can lead to more stress during the PCB assembly reflow process, potentially causing warping or cracking in the die and, ultimately, failure in the application. The new AOCR33105E is designed with the latest trench-power MOSFET technology in a common drain configuration for design simplicity. It features ultra-low on resistance with ESD protection to improve performance and safety in battery management, such as protection switches and mobile battery charging and discharging circuits.	29.08.2023 12:30:00	Aug	news_2023-09-15_19.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_19.jpg	https://aosmd.com/sites/default/files/2023-08/AOCR33105E_PR.pdf	aosmd.com
Piloting the VW ID.Buzz on the "Tour d'Excellence"	From Geneva and on to Doha, the capital of Qatar: ...	11531	Industry News	Piloting the VW ID.Buzz on the "Tour d'Excellence"	From Geneva and on to Doha, the capital of Qatar: The Geneva International Motor Show has announced a special e-mobility challenge with this year's "Tour d'Excellence". The organisers are heralding the forthcoming inaugural "GIMS Qatar", which will take place from 5 to 14 October. HARTING will be supporting drivers and vehicles with its electromobility technologies on the more than 6,500 km long route. Innovative vehicles, powered by innovative technology: Piloting two VW ID.Buzz vehicles, the driver duo Frank M. Rinderknecht, founder and CEO of the concept vehicle specialist Rinspeed, and record-breaking driver Rainer Zietlow of Challenge4.de are setting their sights on an extraordinary e-mobility adventure. The HARTING Technology Group is at their side. The company is VW's Tier 1 supplier of electric cables, VW Group Award 2020 winner in the E-Mobility category and ID.Buzz supplier and develops robust, reliable and user-friendly charging solutions. As Marco Grinblats, Managing Director of HARTING Automotive, explains: "With our partnership-based participation in the 'Tour d'Excellence', we have once again taken the opportunity to demonstrate the performance of our e-mobility solutions. Robustness and performance - these product characteristics are crucial for this tour. Here, the two drivers can fully rely on our charging solutions."	29.08.2023 12:00:00	Aug	news_2023-09-01_7.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-01_7.jpg	https://genevamotorshow.com/tour-dexcellence/	genevamotorshow.com
'Design-In' Partner Added to European Distribution Network	Innoscience Technology has announced a distributio...	11547	Industry News	'Design-In' Partner Added to European Distribution Network	Innoscience Technology has announced a distribution deal with CODICO GmbH, covering all European countries. CODICO is an abbreviation of 'The COmponent Design-In COmpany', and the company is proud to emphasize that it is its Design-In activities that set it apart from other distributors. Commented Dr Denis Marcon, Innoscience's General Manager, Europe: "Most customers are only at the start of their journey with GaN products, therefore, even though are parts are rugged, reliable and easy to use, designers will need a lot of technical support as they transition from silicon to these WBG parts. We are confident that CODICO is able to provide the technical expertise required to enable our customers to reap the benefits GaN offers." Added Thomas Berner, Product Management at CODICO: "Innoscience offers both discrete (InnoGaN) and integrated (SolidGaN) GaN power solutions and is poised to be the world's largest dedicated GaN producer with two 8-inch wafer fabs already in production. Therefore, having Innoscience on board supports our plans to grow in our target segments industrial, renewable energies and e-mobility. Innoscience's high-performance and reliable GaN-Fets match our strategy to deliver technical state-of-the art components to our customer-base and complements to the drivers we already offer."	29.08.2023 10:00:00	Aug	news_2023-09-15_5.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_5.jpg	https://www.innoscience.com/site/	innoscience.com
Installation of 12-Inch Wafer Processing Line Completed	Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced that the...	11546	Industry News	Installation of 12-Inch Wafer Processing Line Completed	Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced that the company has completed installation of its first 12-inch silicon wafer processing line at its Power Device Work's Fukuyama Factory, which manufactures power semiconductors. In addition, through sample production and testing, it has been verified that the power semiconductor chips processed on this production line achieve the required performance levels. As previously announced, Mitsubishi Electric is planning to start mass production on the 12-inch silicon wafer line in fiscal 2025. The company aims to approximately double its silicon power semiconductor wafer processing capacity by fiscal 2026 compared to fiscal 2021 levels. In recent years, the demand for power semiconductors offering efficient control of electrical power is growing as countries look to achieve carbon-free status. Power semiconductors are utilized in wide range of relevant products, including electric vehicles, consumer devices (e.g. air-conditioning systems), industrial equipment, renewable energy and traction devices, and a stable supply is required in order to meet this growing demand. Mitsubishi Electric will contribute to the realization of a carbon-free society through enhancement of its production capacity and by ensuring a stable supply of power semiconductors through the introduction of highly efficient 12-inch wafer production lines.	29.08.2023 09:00:00	Aug	news_2023-09-15_4.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_4.jpg	https://www.mitsubishielectric.com/news/2023/0829.html	mitsubishielectric.com
Manufacturing Plant Achieves LEED Gold Version 4	Texas Instruments announced its 300-mm semiconduct...	11545	Industry News	Manufacturing Plant Achieves LEED Gold Version 4	Texas Instruments announced its 300-mm semiconductor wafer fabrication plant (or "fab") in Richardson, Texas, RFAB2, achieved LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold certification under version 4 (v4). This designation makes RFAB2 the first wafer fab in the United States and the fourth in the world to achieve this more stringent certification from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) for the sustainable design, construction and operation of high-performance green buildings. "One of TI's ambitions is to be a company that our employees are personally proud to be a part of and would want as our neighbor," said Brian Dunlap, vice president, 300-mm Wafer Fab Manufacturing Operations at Texas Instruments. "We are proud that RFAB2 has achieved LEED Gold v4 certification, underscoring TI's long-standing commitment to operate in a socially thoughtful and environmentally responsible manner." RFAB2, which is TI's fourth LEED-certified manufacturing plant, was designed to reduce water and electricity usage. In fact, the fab's design, construction and operation are expected to achieve significant efficiencies, including saving 750 million gallons of potable water and almost 80,000 megawatt-hours of energy annually. The factory was also constructed using responsibly sourced materials and was designed and built in a way that fosters a healthy work environment.	29.08.2023 08:00:00	Aug	news_2023-09-15_3.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_3.jpg	https://news.ti.com/texas-instruments-newest-manufacturing-plant-in-north-texas-becomes-first-semiconductor-factory-in-united-states-to-achieve-leed-gold-version-4	ti.com
High Current Rad-Hard Gallium Nitride Power Devices for Demanding Space Applications	EPC Space announces the introduction of two rad-ha...	11533	Product Release	High Current Rad-Hard Gallium Nitride Power Devices for Demanding Space Applications	EPC Space announces the introduction of two rad-hard GaN transistors with ultra-low on-resistance and high current capability for high power density solutions that are lower cost and more efficient than the nearest comparable radiation-hardened silicon MOSFET. These devices come packaged in hermetic packages in very small footprints. The EPC7020G is a 200 V, 14.5 mΩ, 200 Apulsed radiation-hardened gallium nitride transistor and the EPC7030G is a 300 V, 32 mΩ, 200 Apulsed radiation-hardened gallium nitride transistor. These devices join the 40 V, 4.5 mΩ EPC7019G and the 100 V, 4.5 mΩ EPC7018G to cover applications including power supplies for satellites and space mission equipment, motor drives for robotics, instrumentation and reaction wheels, and deep space probes. This product family comes packaged in a compact hermetic package in a footprint less than 45 mm<sup>2</sup>. With higher breakdown strength, lower gate charge, lower switching losses, better thermal conductivity, and lower on-resistance, power devices based on GaN outperform silicon-based devices and enable higher switching frequencies resulting in higher power densities, higher efficiencies, and more compact and lighter weight circuitry for critical spaceborne missions. "The G-Package family offers the lowest on-resistance of any packaged rad hard transistor currently on the market," said Bel Lazar, CEO of EPC Space. "These devices offer mission-critical components with superior figure of merit, significantly smaller size, and lower cost for the space and other high-reliability markets than alternative rad hard silicon solutions".	29.08.2023 06:30:00	Aug	news_2023-09-01_10.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-01_10.jpg	https://epc.space/2023/08/ultra-low-on-resistance-high-current-200-v-and-300-v-rad-hard-gallium-nitride-gan-power-devices-increase-power-density-for-demanding-space-applications/	epc.space
6 Watt DC/DC Converter (DIP-16) for Industrial Applications	Traco's TEL 6 & TEL 6WI are two series of isolated...	11564	Product Release	6 Watt DC/DC Converter (DIP-16) for Industrial Applications	Traco's TEL 6 & TEL 6WI are two series of isolated 6 Watt converters which come in an ultra compact DIP-16 metal package. They solidify the package standard in this power range with a power density of 1,6 W/cm<sup>3</sup> by almost doubling the power density compared to 6 Watt converters in DIP-24 packages. The TEL 6 and TEL 6WI offer wide 2:1 or 4:1 input voltage ranges respectively and feature a high efficiency of up to 87% which enables an operation temperature of up to +70°C at full load and up to +85°C with 60% load. With only a single input capacitor (SMD) the converters comply with conducted and radiated emission standard EN 55032 class A. Overall they feature an economical solution for space critical and cost sensitive applications in instrumentation, IT and industrial electronics.	28.08.2023 15:30:00	Aug	news_2023-09-15_22.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_22.jpg	https://www.tracopower.com/de/tel6-npi	tracopower.com
Joining Forces to build Norwegian Battery Supply-Chain	Morrow Batteries of Arendal, Norway, announces it ...	11530	Industry News	Joining Forces to build Norwegian Battery Supply-Chain	Morrow Batteries of Arendal, Norway, announces it is entering into a strategic partnership with Nordic Batteries and Eldrift to develop complete battery packs for mobile and stationary battery energy storage solutions (BESS). The overall project and product pipeline amounts to 7 GWh until 2030. The three Norwegian companies will comprise a large part of the battery systems supply chain. Morrow will supply prismatic cells with the existing LFP technology and the next-generation LNMO-X chemistry. "We are incredibly excited to announce this Norwegian partnership. An integrated battery value-chain is critical to succeed in the global battery industry, and Norway is leading that race", says Morrow CEO Lars Christian Bacher. "Norway has all the prerequisites to become a leading battery player in Europe: ample renewable energy at competitive prices, industrial leadership, materials and technological development tradition and culture. In addition, the Nordic model for tripartisanship and cooperation in the workplace helps put quality and products first and centre," he adds. McKinsey & Co. has identified batteries as one of Norway's principal potential green industries in the future. According to the consultancy, a rapid and broad strengthening of all parts of the battery value chain is needed to satisfy the global battery shortage.	28.08.2023 11:00:00	Aug	news_2023-09-01_6.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-01_6.jpg	https://news.morrowbatteries.com/pressreleases/morrow-batteries-nordic-batteries-and-eldrift-join-forces-to-build-norwegian-battery-supply-chain-3269092	morrowbatteries.com
Dielectric Material for High Voltage Ceramic Capacitors	Dean Technology announces the launch of its Class ...	11539	Product Release	Dielectric Material for High Voltage Ceramic Capacitors	Dean Technology announces the launch of its Class II Y6P dielectric material for ceramic capacitors. This material offers superior performance and reliability for high voltage and high temperature applications. DTI's Y6P dielectric material is a Class II ceramic capacitor dielectric that has a high dielectric constant, low dissipation factor, and excellent stability over a wide temperature range. It is available in a variety of capacitance values and voltage ratings to meet the specific requirements of various applications, such as power supplies, lighting systems, motor control, and other high-performance electronics. Y6P capacitors offer reliable operation, making them an excellent choice for critical projects. The material is also compliant with RoHS and REACH regulations. The devices offer a capacitance range from 100pF to 3200pF – with standard tolerances of ±20% – voltages from 3 to 20kVDC, and operate over a temperature range of -30 to +105°C.	24.08.2023 12:30:00	Aug	news_2023-09-01_16.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-01_16.jpg	https://www.deantechnology.com/new-dielectric-material-for-high-voltage-ceramic-capacitors/	deantechnology.com
Discrete 650 V IGBTs for Energy-Efficient Power Applications	Infineon Technologies expands its 7th generation T...	11541	Product Release	Discrete 650 V IGBTs for Energy-Efficient Power Applications	Infineon Technologies expands its 7th generation TRENCHSTOP IGBT family with the discrete 650 V IGBT7 H7 variant. The devices feature an EC7 co-packed diode with an emitter-controlled design, coupled with high-speed technology to address the escalating need for environmentally conscious and highly efficient power solutions. In a discrete package, the 650 V TRENCHSTOP IGBT7 H7 can deliver up to 150 A. The portfolio includes variants from 40 A to 150 A, offered in four different package types: TO-247-3 HCC, TO-247-4, TO-247-3 Plus and TO-247-4 Plus. The TO-247-3 HCC variant of the TRENCHSTOP IGBT 7 H7 features a high creepage distance. For improved performance, the TO-247 4-pin packages (standard: IKZA, Plus: IKY) are particularly well suited, as they not only reduce switching losses, but also offer additional benefits such as lower voltage overshoot, minimized conduction losses and the lowest reverse current loss. With these features, the TRENCHSTOP IGBT 7 H7 simplifies the design and minimizes the need to connect devices in parallel. In addition, the 650 V TRENCHSTOP IGBT 7 H7 features robust moisture resistance for reliable operation in harsh environments. The device is qualified for industrial use according to the relevant tests of JEDEC47/20/22, especially HV-H3TRB, making it well suited for outdoor applications. Designed to meet the demand for green and efficient power applications, the IGBT offers significant improvements over the previous generations. As a result, the TRENCHSTOP IGBT 7 H7 is the ideal complement for the NPC1 topology often used in applications such as solar and ESS.	23.08.2023 14:30:00	Aug	news_2023-09-01_18.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-01_18.jpg	https://www.infineon.com/cms/en/about-infineon/press/market-news/2023/INFGIP202308-148.html	infineon.com
Automotive-Grade High Voltage Hall ICs	ROHM has developed Hall ICs for automotive applica...	11534	Product Release	Automotive-Grade High Voltage Hall ICs	ROHM has developed Hall ICs for automotive applications that improve reliability by combining Hall IC expertise cultivated over many years for the mobile and consumer sectors with original high withstand voltage processes. As a result, the BD5310xG-CZ / BD5410xG-CZ series features 42V withstand voltage that enables direct connection to a primary (12V battery) power supply. This contributes to improved reliability under battery power, which can fluctuate rapidly depending on the operating conditions. At the same time, a wide operating supply voltage range of 2.7V to 38V enables support for a variety of applications. The internal topology also reduces power consumption by approx. 20% over general products to achieve a current consumption of 1.9mA. Both series comply with the AEC-Q100 (Grade 1) automotive reliability standard while incorporating multiple protection circuits required for vehicle systems. The BD5310xG-CZ series is a unipolar detection type while the BD5410xG-CZ series provides latch-type detection, giving designers the flexibility to select the ideal product based on set needs. A total of 11 models are offered in detection magnetic flux densities - ranging from 2.0mT to 28.0mT. Unipolar detection can be used for detecting position in applications such as door open/close and door locks, whereas latch detection is ideal for rotation detection in various motors used in power windows, sliding doors, and the like.	23.08.2023 07:30:00	Aug	news_2023-09-01_11.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-01_11.jpg	https://www.rohm.com/news-detail?news-title=2023-08-23_news_sensor&defaultGroupId=false	rohm.com
Hall-Effect Sensors and Integrated Shunt Solutions	Texas Instruments debuted current sensors to help ...	11542	Product Release	Hall-Effect Sensors and Integrated Shunt Solutions	Texas Instruments debuted current sensors to help engineers simplify their designs while improving accuracy. Designed for a broad range of common-mode voltages and temperatures, the products include an isolated Hall-effect current sensor for high-voltage systems and a portfolio of current shunt monitors that eliminate the need for an external shunt resistor for nonisolated voltage rails. The TMCS1123 Hall-effect current sensor offers design simplicity and accuracy for high-voltage systems, featuring reinforced isolation and accuracy over lifetime and temperature. For nonisolated systems up to 85 V and 75 A<sub>RMS</sub>, TI's EZShunt portfolio includes a small, fully integrated current shunt monitor and an accurate 75-A integrated shunt solution. "When choosing a current-sensing solution, design engineers weigh the trade-offs of four key factors: cost, size, accuracy and speed," said Jason Cole, business unit manager. "These new products highlight how the breadth of our sensing technologies address this design challenge for a variety of systems. Take the TMCS1123, for example; its high accuracy and low propagation delay enable designers to now use Hall-effect sensors in high-voltage systems where they couldn't before – and that opens the door to reduce system cost and size."	22.08.2023 15:30:00	Aug	news_2023-09-01_19.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-01_19.jpg	https://news.ti.com/ti-simplifies-current-sensing-with-industrys-most-accurate-hall-effect-sensors-and-integrated-shunt-solutions	ti.com
Programmable Power Supply Series Extended with 15kW and 22.5kW Models	TDK Corporation announces the introduction of 15kW...	11560	Product Release	Programmable Power Supply Series Extended with 15kW and 22.5kW Models	TDK Corporation announces the introduction of 15kW and 22.5kW scalable power systems to the TDK-Lambda GENESYS+ series of high-power density programmable DC power supplies. With 2U or 3U heights, they are available in 12 factory-configured output voltages and currents from 0-20V/0-1125A to 0-1500V/0-15A. The GENESYS+ series addresses a very broad market, including battery, electric vehicle, component, aerospace and automotive testing, semiconductor fabrication, water treatment, plating and solar array simulation. The two power levels can be specified to accept three-phase 170 to 265Vac or wide range 342 to 528Vac inputs with active Power Factor Correction (PFC). All models can operate in constant current, constant voltage, or constant power limit modes and, in addition, offer internal resistance simulation. TDK-Lambda's advanced parallel system allows a multiple-unit system to achieve a dynamic response and ripple and noise performance comparable to that of a single power supply. A simple datalink cable enables the command and auxiliary units to auto-configure by detecting the parallel data connection and setting their parameters accordingly. The series benefits from DSP (Digital Signal Processing) technology and the latest generation components, including ferrite materials, to obtain efficiencies of up to 92%. Less internal waste heat ensures a higher power rating without compromising reliability and lower audible noise to reduce operator fatigue.	22.08.2023 11:30:00	Aug	news_2023-09-15_18.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_18.jpg	https://www.emea.lambda.tdk.com/uk/news/article/19615	emea.lambda.tdk.com
Agreement to Acquire the RF Business	Technology Solutions Holdings announced that it ha...	11525	Industry News	Agreement to Acquire the RF Business	Technology Solutions Holdings announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the radio frequency business of Wolfspeed. The RF Business includes a portfolio of Gallium Nitride on Silicon Carbide products used in high performance RF and microwave applications. The business services a broad customer base of leading aerospace, defense, industrial and telecommunications customers and most recently generated annualized revenues of approximately $150 million. The acquisition is expected to be immediately accretive to MACOM's non-GAAP earnings. "We are excited to acquire Wolfspeed's RF Business and look forward to welcoming its employees to MACOM," stated Stephen G. Daly, President and Chief Executive Officer, MACOM. "The RF team's engineering capabilities, technology and products are a perfect fit with MACOM and our strategy." The acquisition includes a 100mm GaN wafer fabrication facility in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina with operations conveying to MACOM approximately two years following the closing and Wolfspeed's relocation of certain production equipment. The acquisition also includes design teams and associated product development assets in Arizona, California and North Carolina, as well as back-end production capabilities in California and Malaysia. In addition, MACOM will be assigned or licensed a robust intellectual property portfolio including over 1,400 patents associated with the RF Business.	22.08.2023 06:00:00	Aug	news_2023-09-01_1.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-01_1.jpg	https://www.macom.com/updates/news/2023/macom-announces-definitive-agreement-to-acquire-the-rf-business-	macom.com
Standard Rectifier and TVS Two-in-One Solution	Vishay Intertechnology introduced a surface-mount ...	11540	Product Release	Standard Rectifier and TVS Two-in-One Solution	Vishay Intertechnology introduced a surface-mount solution for automotive applications that is a standard rectifier and transient voltage suppressor (TVS) two-in-one device. Featuring an oxide planar chip junction design and a common cathode circuit configuration, the Vishay General Semiconductor R3T2FPHM3 combines a 3 A, 600 V standard rectifier with a 200 W TRANSZORB TVS in the compact FlatPAK 5 x 6 package. With a wide temperature range from -55 °C to +175 °C, the device is suitable for high reliability automotive applications, including secondary protection for sensor units, distributed airbag modules, and low power DC/DC converters in power distribution systems. By combining two different technologies in a single package, the dual-chip solution saves PCB space, simplifies layouts, and lowers overall costs in these applications. When paired in series with a standard TVS, the R3T2FPHM3 offers designers a complete > 24 V solution with a low clamping ratio. The two-in-one device's rectifier features a low forward voltage drop of 0.86 V to reduce power losses and improve efficiency, while its TVS offers a breakdown voltage of 27 V. The R3T2FPHM3 provides ESD capability in compliance with IEC 61000-4-2, air discharge and contact mode; offers a MSL moisture sensitivity level of 1, per J-STD-020, LF maximum peak of 260 °C; and its molding compound features a UL 94 V-0 flammability rating. RoHS-compliant and halogen-free, the device is available in an AEC-Q101 qualified version.	17.08.2023 13:30:00	Aug	news_2023-09-01_17.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-01_17.jpg	https://www.vishay.com/en/company/press/releases/2023/2023-R3T2FPHM3/	vishay.com
Robust PFC Chokes	The expansion of the WE-TORPFC inductor series, wi...	11536	Product Release	Robust PFC Chokes	The expansion of the WE-TORPFC inductor series, with 17 parts, is now available from Würth Elektronik. These toroidal inductors are suitable for continuous-conduction mode (CCM) Boost converters and are capable of producing up to several kW of power. Unlike traditional bobbin-wound power factor correction (PFC) inductors, this series uses flat wire windings, resulting in lower winding losses and better cooling. The series is designed for elevated temperatures, up to 155°C, and is capable of handling operating voltages up to 1000VDC. With multiple sizes available, inductances ranging from 118-720µH, and rated currents up to 48A, this series is a fit for active power factor correction, industrial AC/DC, solar inverters, and a variety of other applications. In addition, it includes a robust mounting system that is evaluated through AEC-Q200 reliability testing.	17.08.2023 09:30:00	Aug	news_2023-09-01_13.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-01_13.jpg	https://www.we-online.com/en/news-center/press/press-releases?d=robust-pfc-chokes	we-online.com
Integrated 5 V Load Switch	Nexperia announces the expansion of its analog and...	11535	Product Release	Integrated 5 V Load Switch	Nexperia announces the expansion of its analog and logic product portfolio with the introduction of the load switch product family. Headlining the release is the NPS4053, a high density Integrated Circuit (IC) designed to provide a smaller footprint and superior system protection to help increase system reliability and ensure safety. The device is optimized for application in portable devices such as notebook computers, desktops, docking stations, and automotive infotainment systems. Load switches are essential components in the operation of a wide array of modern electronic systems. They play a crucial role in managing current/voltage in a controlled manner from source to the load. In a typical power chain, the NPS4053 is commonly positioned closest to the load for power sequencing and inrush-current control, and shutting off power islands to conserve power, making it especially valuable in battery-operated equipment. This monolithic solution simplifies circuit design and has an 85% smaller PCB footprint than a comparable network of discrete components. The NPS4053 operates with an input voltage of 2.5 V-5.5 V and contains a 55 mΩ self-protected MOSFET, which efficiently manages the flow of power to the load. This device includes programmable current-limiting circuitry allowing precise control of the load current over a range of 110 mA to 2.5 A with an accuracy of +6%. The device also supports "true" reverse current blocking, providing robust end-to-end system protection. To further enhance system monitoring, the NPS4053 integrates a fault indicator pin that alerts the host controller of a fault event.	17.08.2023 08:30:00	Aug	news_2023-09-01_12.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-01_12.jpg	https://www.nexperia.com/about/news-events/press-releases/Nexperia-expands-portfolio-to-include-first-integrated-5-V-load-switch	nexperia.com
Collaboration on GAN-Based PD3.1 Notebook Adapter Solutions	Chicony Power Technology is expanding the partners...	11532	Industry News	Collaboration on GAN-Based PD3.1 Notebook Adapter Solutions	Chicony Power Technology is expanding the partnership with Infineon to increase the performance of its latest PD3.1 notebook adapter series. In strengthening their collaboration, the two companies will provide end customers with efficient power solutions based on GaN, with a smaller form factor and higher power density. "We use our unique expertise in gallium nitride technology, in applications and system solutions to make high performance computing more efficient and more mobile," said Adam White, President of Infineon's Power and Sensor Systems Division. "We are happy that, together with Chicony Power and our CoolGaN technology, we can realize the new power design capability for PD3.1 adapters, so that every user can easily contribute to decarbonizing the way we work with computers – without compromising on mobility for the sake of performance. We see this as part of our common mission to drive decarbonization and digitalization together." "Infineon is an excellent partner for us in energy conversion and energy efficiency. Combined with Chicony Power's remarkable capabilities in power systems, the new PD3.1 product series has been achieved within a faster time to market, further strengthening our leading position," said Yang Wang, VP R&D of Chicony Power. "Power and size are key points for mobile workers. Gallium nitride and silicon semiconductors from Infineon are the perfect match to increase power density and reduce losses. People who work on the move appreciate this advantage together with the chance to reduce their CO <sub>2</sub> footprint."	16.08.2023 14:00:00	Aug	news_2023-09-01_9.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-01_9.jpg	https://www.infineon.com/cms/en/about-infineon/press/press-releases/2023/INFXX202308-146.html	infineon.com
Autonomous Technology for Long-Haul Trucks	Vicor's Powering Innovation podcast discusses the ...	11529	Industry News	Autonomous Technology for Long-Haul Trucks	Vicor's Powering Innovation podcast discusses the technology behind today's autonomous long-haul trucking revolution and invites Kodiak Robotics to share their story. Kodiak's technology enables autonomous driving for the commercial trucking industry. In the latest episode, Kodiak, Headquartered in Mountain View, California, shares how they are beta testing trucking routes between Dallas and Atlanta, paving the way for widespread adoption of self-driving technology in commercial fleets. The company is focused on increasing system efficiency, reducing costs and emissions and enhancing the quality of life for the rapidly dwindling number of long-haul truck drivers. Kodiak Robotics autonomous long-haul trucks can travel up to 20 hours/day unaided on highways. Today a driver sits in the cab as a passenger during the beta phase of the system trials. The Vicor Powering Innovation podcast is available to download from all major podcast providers, including Spotify, Apple Music and Google Podcasts. Listeners can learn about today's toughest power challenges, new ideas in electrification, creative power architectures and real-life power design challenges.	15.08.2023 10:00:00	Aug	news_2023-09-01_5.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-01_5.jpg	https://www.vicorpower.com/press-room/kodiak-pioneers	vicorpower.com
eBook Highlights Growing Role of Passive Components in Electronics	Mouser Electronics has released an eBook in collab...	11526	Industry News	eBook Highlights Growing Role of Passive Components in Electronics	Mouser Electronics has released an eBook in collaboration with Bourns, exploring the role of passives in emerging electronics applications, including renewables, hybrids, and electric vehicles. In "Passives and Their Emerging Applications", eleven experts from companies including Bourns, Eaton, Samsung Electronics, and Whirlpool offer their insights regarding the vital role of passives in electronic circuits. The eBook features five chapters focusing on different types of passives, as well as the long-term outlook for passives in the future of electronics design. Chapter topics include magnetics, circuit protection, current measurement, and resistive solutions for pre/discharging circuits. Passive components play an essential role in the operation of electronic devices, supporting functions including signal processing, power conversion, power management, and electromagnetic interference suppression. While passives have always been used in electronics, they are growing in importance for a range of next-generation solutions, including 5G mobile networks, green energy storage, smartphones, and autonomous vehicles. Passive components help facilitate electronic designs that are increasingly complex, ensuring reliable performance even in harsh environments with extreme temperatures, humidity or vibration. The eBook includes links to 10 relevant products from Bourns, including the SRPWA Series AEC-Q200 compliant shielded power inductors, the PTVS1-0xxC-H Series high current power TVS diodes, the CMP-Q Series high power anti-surge chip resistors, and the PLN Series planar transformers. Bourns' reliable passive components deliver high current surge protection and reliable switching for demanding designs and applications.	14.08.2023 07:00:00	Aug	news_2023-09-01_2.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-01_2.jpg	https://eu.mouser.com/newsroom/publicreleations-bourns-passives-ebook-2023final/	eu.mouser.com
Silicon Carbide Leader Highlighted	As the world enters a critical period in combating...	11549	Industry News	Silicon Carbide Leader Highlighted	As the world enters a critical period in combating climate change, companies are being tasked with helping to meet global sustainability measures. Similarly, studies are showing an increase in workers identifying eco-friendly companies to work for, either through the deployment of sustainability goals within their walls or delivering green products. In recognition of this pivotal moment in history, TBD Media is highlighting industry leaders in its 50 Leaders of Change series. This campaign aims to showcase and celebrate the contributions of 50 leaders who have positively impacted their industries, communities, and the world. A featured trailblazer in the latest series is Wolfspeed based in the United States. Wolfspeed's silicon carbide devices save the world energy by performing 5-15% more efficiently than legacy silicon counterparts. The company's founders were the first to successfully commercialize the material and have since developed technologies to produce 200mm wafers and build facilities throughout the world. "Wolfspeed is honored to participate in the 50 Leaders of Change documentary series. Since our start in 1987, Wolfspeed has led the way in the once-in-a-generation technology shift from silicon to the more efficient silicon carbide," says Wolfspeed CEO Gregg Lowe. "Our company is driven by one overarching goal of everything we do: leave the world better than we found it. From the construction of our facilities to the products that we deliver, we help the world consume less while powering more to support a greener future for all."	11.08.2023 12:00:00	Aug	news_2023-09-15_7.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-15_7.jpg	https://www.globalthoughtleaders.org/50-global-leaders	globalthoughtleaders.org
Short Circuit Robustness Milestone	Transphorm announced it has demonstrated up to 5 m...	11527	Industry News	Short Circuit Robustness Milestone	Transphorm announced it has demonstrated up to 5 microsecond short circuit withstand time (SCWT) on a GaN power transistor with a patented technology. The achievement is the first of its kind on record, marking an important milestone for the industry as a whole. It proves Transphorm GaN's ability to meet the required short circuit capabilities of rugged power inverters such as servo motors, industrial motors, and automotive powertrains served traditionally by silicon IGBTs or silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFETs-an over $3 billion GaN TAM over the next 5 years. The demonstration was developed with support from Yaskawa Electric Corporation, a long-term strategic partner of Transphorm. This makes GaN a highly attractive power conversion technology for servo systems, as it allows for higher efficiency and reduced size compared to incumbent solutions. To do that, GaN must pass stringent robustness tests-of which, short-circuit survivability is the most challenging. In case of short-circuit faults, the device must survive extreme conditions with both high current and high voltage. The system can take up to a few microseconds to detect the fault and shut down the operations. During this time, the device must withstand the fault on its own.	09.08.2023 08:00:00	Aug	news_2023-09-01_3.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-01_3.jpg	https://www.transphormusa.com/en/news/5microsecondscwt_gan/	transphormusa.com
Gallium Acetylacetonate	Indium Corporation® is proud to be a global suppli...	11524	Product Release	Gallium Acetylacetonate	Indium Corporation® is proud to be a global supplier of high-purity gallium acetylacetonate, also known as Ga(acac)₃. Ga(acac)₃ is an organometallic coordination complex, with gallium at the center surrounded by three acetylacetonate ligands, which has several applications in materials science, organic chemistry, and catalysis due to its versatility and stability. Through heating and decomposition, Indium Corporation's Ga(acac)₃ can be used to produce a highly pure and uniform thin-film version of gallium oxide (Ga<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub>). This variation of Ga<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> finds common use as an ultra-wide bandgap (~4.8eV) semiconductor in power electronics applications. Indium Corporation Ga(acac)<sub>3</sub> can be combined with sulfur to synthesize gallium sulfide (Ga<sub>2</sub>S<sub>3</sub>) quantum dots with an approximate bandgap of 3.30eV. The resulting Ga<sub>2</sub>S<sub>3</sub> quantum dots are well suited for use in photonics and optoelectronics. Ga(acac)<sub>3</sub> can also be used to prepare quantum dots of gallium arsenide (GaAs), gallium phosphide (GaP), and gallium indium phosphide (GaInP), with potential applications in quantum photonics. Additionally, Ga(acac)<sub>3</sub> serves as a thermally stable replacement for trimethyl gallium (TMG) in high-temperature deposition processes. It decomposes at higher temperatures and is not pyrophoric like TMG, making it safer to handle. The crystalline powder form of Ga(acac)<sub>3</sub> adds to its ease of handling compared to the liquid state of TMG.	08.08.2023 18:30:00	Aug	news_2023-08-15_25.jpeg	\images\news_2023-08-15_25.jpeg	https://www.indium.com/corporate/media-center/news/indium-corporation-to-supply-high-quality-gallium-acetylacetonate/	indium.com
Joint Venture to Bring Semiconductor Manufacturing to Europe	TSMC, Robert Bosch, Infineon Technologies, and NXP...	11509	Industry News	Joint Venture to Bring Semiconductor Manufacturing to Europe	TSMC, Robert Bosch, Infineon Technologies, and NXP Semiconductors announced a plan to jointly invest in European Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (ESMC) GmbH, in Dresden, Germany to provide advanced semiconductor manufacturing services. ESMC marks a significant step towards construction of a 300 mm fab to support the future capacity needs of the fast-growing automotive and industrial sectors, with the final investment decision pending confirmation of the level of public funding for this project. The project is planned under the framework of the European Chips Act. The planned fab is expected to have a monthly production capacity of 40,000 300 mm (12-inch) wafers on TSMC's 28/22 nanometer planar CMOS and 16/12 nanometer FinFET process technology, further strengthening Europe's semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem with advanced FinFET transistor technology and creating about 2,000 direct high-tech professional jobs. ESMC aims to begin construction of the fab in the second half of 2024 with production targeted to begin by the end of 2027. The planned joint venture will be 70 percent owned by TSMC, with Bosch, Infineon, and NXP each holding 10 percent equity stake, subject to regulatory approvals and other conditions. Total investments are expected to exceed 10 billion euros consisting of equity injection, debt borrowing, and strong support from the European Union and German government. The fab will be operated by TSMC.	08.08.2023 16:00:00	Aug	news_2023-08-15_9.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-15_9.jpg	https://pr.tsmc.com/english/news/3049	tsmc.com
High Voltage 2-Electrode Gas Discharge TRube Series	Bourns announced an addition to its gas discharge ...	11520	Product Release	High Voltage 2-Electrode Gas Discharge TRube Series	Bourns announced an addition to its gas discharge tube (GDT) product line with the introduction of a high voltage 2-electrode overvoltage protector family. The Bourns Model GDT28H Series is designed to meet the protection requirements of today's powerline equipment for general industrial use while also addressing the fast-growing need for solutions in the electrification of energy demand, catering to both consumer and commercial use. As an increasing range of electrical and electronic equipment is required to meet electrical safety standards such as the IEC 62368-1, one notable advantage of the Model GDT28H Series is its suitability for use in AC isolation solutions. This is achieved through a combination of its extended operating voltage range, high insulation resistance, and heightened surge rate. These features give designers a space-saving solution that offers the same level of protection as a larger component. Additionally, the Model GDT28H Series offers a wider operating temperature range making it well-suited for applications in certain harsh conditions. "Our Model GDT28H Series leverages Bourns' latest developments in GDT technology, enabling our customers to meet industry requirements for electrical safety across an ever-broadening variety of AC applications and appliances that can also benefit from its long service life," said David Chavarría, GDT/SPD Product Line Manager at Bourns.	08.08.2023 14:30:00	Aug	news_2023-08-15_21.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-15_21.jpg	https://www.bourns.com/news/press-releases/pr/2023/08/07/bourns-introduces-high-voltage-2-electrode-gdt-series-designed-for-iec-62368-1-compliant-equipment-and-powerline-protection	bourns.com
Snap-In Capacitor Series with High Capacitance Density	TDK Corporation presents the EPCOS B43657* aluminu...	11538	Product Release	Snap-In Capacitor Series with High Capacitance Density	TDK Corporation presents the EPCOS B43657* aluminum electrolytic capacitor series with snap-in terminals. The capacitors achieve a service life of at least 2000 h at a maximum operating temperature of 105 °C and cover a rated voltage range from 450 V DC to 475 V DC with capacitance values from 120 µF to 1250 µF. An important performance feature is their high ripple current capability of up to 8.54 A (120 Hz, 60 °C). Accurate lifetime calculation under application-specific conditions is quick and easy with the online AlCap Tool. Particularly noteworthy is the extremely high capacitance density of the ultra-compact capacitors with case sizes from only 22 mm x 25 mm to 35 mm x 60 mm (D x H). Due to their high reliability, these RoHS-compatible capacitors are optimal for use in high-end switched-mode power supplies and power supplies for industrial and telecommunications applications. In addition, they are well-suited for UPS systems, photovoltaic inverters and frequency converters.	08.08.2023 11:30:00	Aug	news_2023-09-01_15.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-01_15.jpg	https://www.tdk-electronics.tdk.com/en/373388/company/press-center/press-releases/press-releases/tdk-offers-new-ultra-compact-snap-in-capacitor-series-with-extremely-high-capacitance-density/3169132	tdk-electronics.tdk.com
Continental "Supplier of the Year 2022 Award"	Continental Automotive honored ROHM Semiconductor ...	11504	Industry News	Continental "Supplier of the Year 2022 Award"	Continental Automotive honored ROHM Semiconductor with the "Supplier of the Year 2022 Award" for its particularly exemplary performance. Since 2008, Continental conducts an annual broadbased analysis to identify exceptional contributions in customer satisfaction and at all levels of quality, supply, engagement, and purchasing conditions. This is the sixth time within the last fifteen years that ROHM has received this prestigious award. The award ceremony and festive dinner took place on August 2nd, 2023, at the historic Herzogssaal in Regensburg. It was the first onsite event after three years of virtual presentations due to the pandemic. "With the "Supplier of the Year" award we emphasize, that we are eager to continue our strong collaboration and shape the technological transformation in the Automotive market earlier together," said Peter Popp, Head of Automotive Purchasing at Continental during the ceremony. "We have a long history with Continental and are delighted to be recognized for our achievements," states Wolfram Harnack, President of ROHM Semiconductor Europe. "ROHM strives to build long-term and sustainable partnerships with its customers and to continuously contribute to their product quality and customer satisfaction," concludes Harnack.	08.08.2023 11:00:00	Aug	news_2023-08-15_4.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-15_4.jpg	https://www.rohm.com/news-detail?news-title=continental-acknowledges-rohm-semiconductor-with-the-supplier-of-the-year-2022-award-&defaultGroupId=false	rohm.com
AEC Compliant General Purpose Thick Film Chip Resistors	Currently most general-purpose thick film chip res...	11537	Product Release	AEC Compliant General Purpose Thick Film Chip Resistors	Currently most general-purpose thick film chip resistors in all markets utilize exemption 7c-1 for RoHS compliance. While subsequent revisions of the RoHS directive have continued to allow this exemption, it is unclear whether this will continue next year when the next update is expected. For the next generation applications to be assured of compliance, the use of fully RoHS compliant resistors is prudent. However, finding full RoHS compliant thick film chip resistors that do not require the 7c-1 exemption can be difficult. Stackpole's RMEF series of AEC compliant general purpose thick film chip resistors offer all the cost and mass production capability benefits of thick film technology, using fully lead free and compliant materials which do not require any exemption to meet RoHS. Many popular values of the RMEF series in the 0402-1206 sizes are now available from stock.	08.08.2023 10:30:00	Aug	news_2023-09-01_14.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-01_14.jpg	https://www.seielect.com/index.html	seielect.com
Embedded Power IC-Families with CAN FD Interface	Infineon Technologies introduces the TLE988x and T...	11519	Product Release	Embedded Power IC-Families with CAN FD Interface	Infineon Technologies introduces the TLE988x and TLE989x families extending the company's portfolio of MOTIX MCU embedded power ICs. By integrating a gate driver, microcontroller, communication interface and power supply on a single chip, Infineon's system-on-chip solutions achieve a minimal footprint. The TLE988x and TLE989x families offer higher performance and now feature CAN (FD) as the communication interface. The ICs are AEC Q-100 qualified, making them ideal for automotive brushed DC and brushless DC motor control applications in body, comfort, and thermal management applications. The devices use a B4 or B6 bridge N-channel MOSFET driver, respectively, an Arm Cortex M3 microcontroller, and a CAN (FD) controller and transceiver supporting a communication speed of 2 Mbps. Customers benefit not only from fast and robust communication but also from the highest computing performance thanks to the high system frequency (60 MHz) and its dual flash enabling read-while-write operation. The relevant features of the new products are ISO 26262 (ASIL B) compliant and some variants have built-in cybersecurity. All of these features are offered in a 7 mm x 7 mm TQFP package with a market-leading footprint.	07.08.2023 13:30:00	Aug	news_2023-08-15_20.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-15_20.jpg	https://www.infineon.com/cms/en/about-infineon/press/market-news/2023/INFATV202308-143.html	infineon.com
Automotive Grade 400-Watt TVS Diodes in Surface Mount Package	Littelfuse announced the release of its SZSMF4L 40...	11516	Product Release	Automotive Grade 400-Watt TVS Diodes in Surface Mount Package	Littelfuse announced the release of its SZSMF4L 400 W TVS Diode Series. As automotive electronics continue increasing in volume and sophistication, all these components require protection from high voltage, high energy transients. The SZSMF4L TVS Diodes protect these sensitive systems with fast response time, low Zener impedance, high surge handling, and excellent clamping capabilities. Its low leakage current is also ideal for protecting sensors. Due to its small size, it is suitable for most automotive applications, especially vehicle electrification. "With the megatrend of vehicle electrification and autonomous driving, TVS diode miniaturization is becoming more critical to automotive electronics engineers and PCB designers," said Charlie Cai, Director Product Marketing SBU, Littelfuse. "The automotive grade SZSMF4L TVS diodes offer greater flexibility and space-savings, providing the ideal 400-watt solution in a small (SOD-123FL) TVS diode package with both uni- and bi-directional protection."	04.08.2023 10:30:00	Aug	news_2023-08-15_17.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-15_17.jpg	https://www.littelfuse.com/about-us/news/news-releases/2023/littelfuse-unveils-szsmf4l-automotive-grade-400-watt-tvs-diodes-in-surface-mount-package.aspx	littelfuse.com
Growth Continues with Key Sales Hires at Disruptive Technology Company in Berlin	Berlin-based Foxy Power, specializing in business ...	11503	People	Growth Continues with Key Sales Hires at Disruptive Technology Company in Berlin	Berlin-based Foxy Power, specializing in business development for innovative and disruptive technologies, continues to grow. They're pleased to announce two valuable additions to their expanding team. Daniel Garcia has joined to intensify sales efforts, bringing with him a proven track record in driving revenue growth. Marco Guerrera will lend his expertise in Inside Sales, supporting the team with his insights and customer-centric approach. These strategic hires underscore Foxy Power's commitment to excellence and innovation in the power electronics field, further solidifying their position as a leading force in innovation in the industry.	04.08.2023 10:00:00	Aug	news_2023-08-15_12.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-15_12.jpg	https://foxypower.com/	foxypower.com
E\|DPC 2023 - Preliminary Program Released	As the E\|DPC 2023 is getting closer, the organizer...	11511	Event News	E\|DPC 2023 - Preliminary Program Released	As the E\|DPC 2023 is getting closer, the organizers would like to present the preliminary program of the conference based on the versatile and numerous submissions. The conference is intended for researchers, product developers, production experts, purchasers and users of electric drives. This year the E\|DPC will again take place in Regensburg on November 29 and 30.	03.08.2023 18:00:00	Aug	news_2023-08-15_11.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-15_11.jpg	https://www.edpc.eu/fileadmin/user_upload/acf/2023/edpc_vorprogramm_210x297.pdf	edpc.eu
200-Millimeter SiC Power Fab in Kulim, Malaysia	By significantly expanding its Kulim fab – over an...	11501	Industry News	200-Millimeter SiC Power Fab in Kulim, Malaysia	By significantly expanding its Kulim fab – over and above the original investment announced in February 2022 – Infineon will build the world's largest 200-millimeter SiC (silicon carbide) Power Fab. The planned expansion is backed by customer commitments covering about five billion euros of new design-wins in automotive and industrial applications as well as about one billion euros in pre-payments. Over the next five years Infineon will additionally invest up to five billion euros in Kulim during a second construction phase for Module Three. The investment will lead to an annual SiC revenue potential of about seven billion euros by the end of the decade, together with the planned 200-millimeter SiC conversion of Villach and Kulim. This highly competitive manufacturing base will support Infineon's SiC market share target of 30% towards the end of the decade. Infineon is confident that the company's SiC revenue in the fiscal year 2025 will come in ahead of the target of one billion euros. "The market for silicon carbide shows accelerating growth, not only in automotive but also in a broad range of industrial applications such as solar, energy storage and high-power EV charging. With the Kulim expansion, we will secure our leadership position in this market," said Jochen Hanebeck, CEO of Infineon. "With the industry's leading scale and a unique cost position, we are leveraging our competitive position of best-in-class SiC trench technology, the broadest package portfolio and unrivaled application understanding. These factors are the areas of differentiation and success in the industry."	03.08.2023 07:00:00	Aug	news_2023-08-15_2.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-15_2.jpg	https://www.infineon.com/cms/en/about-infineon/press/press-releases/2023/INFXX202308-140.html	infineon.com
Server Power Platform Drives the AI Revolution	Navitas Semiconductor announced that its CRPS185 3...	11512	Product Release	Server Power Platform Drives the AI Revolution	Navitas Semiconductor announced that its CRPS185 3,200 W "Titanium Plus" server reference design not only surpasses the stringent 80Plus Titanium efficiency requirements, but also effectively satisfies the increasing power demands of AI data center power. The CRPS185 platform delivers a full 3,200 W of power in only 1U (40 mm) x 73.5mm x 185 mm (544 cc), achieving 5.9 W/cc, or almost 100 W/in<sup>3</sup> power density. This is a 40% size reduction vs, the equivalent legacy silicon approach and easily exceeds the Titanium efficiency standard, reaching over 96.5% at 30% load, and over 96% stretching from 20% to 60% load, creating a 'Titanium Plus' benchmark, critical for data center operating models. The CRPS185 uses the latest circuit designs including an interleaved CCM totem-pole PFC with full-bridge LLC. The critical components are Navitas' 650V GaNFast power ICs, with robust, high-speed integrated GaN drive to address the sensitivity and fragility issues associated with discrete GaN chips. Additionally, GaNFast power ICs offer low switching losses, with a transient-voltage capability up to 800 V, and other high-speed advantages such as low gate charge (Q<sub>g</sub>), output capacitance (C<sub>OSS</sub>) and no reverse-recovery loss (Q<sub>rr</sub>). As high-speed switching reduces the size, weight and cost of passive components in a power supply, Navitas estimates that GaNFast power ICs save 5% of the LLC-stage system material cost, plus $64 per power supply in electricity over 3 years.	03.08.2023 06:30:00	Aug	news_2023-08-15_13.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-15_13.jpg	https://navitassemi.com/navitas-gan-crps185-3200-w-titanium-plus-server-power-platform-drives-the-ai-revolution/	navitassemi.com
GaN Adoption in Chinese Electric Vehicle Market	GaN Systems has partnered with ACEpower, a Chinese...	11510	Industry News	GaN Adoption in Chinese Electric Vehicle Market	GaN Systems has partnered with ACEpower, a Chinese power supply, EV charging module, and OBC (Onboard Charger) product design and manufacturer, to expedite the widespread adoption of GaN technology in electric vehicles. By harnessing GaN Systems' power semiconductors, expertise in EV power electronics, and ACEpower's track record in high-power system design and high-volume manufacturing capabilities, this partnership will accelerate the GaN-based electric vehicle power market in China. This combination tackles fundamental challenges related to traditionally larger, heavier, inefficient, and costlier power systems based on legacy silicon power transistors. GaN power transistors enable higher efficiency and power density at a faster switching speed for onboard chargers, DC/DC converters, and traction inverters. These advancements translate into faster charging, extended driving range, and reduced overall system costs. The partnership will focus on topology optimization and advanced integrated power modules, and high-frequency magnetics design to enhance crucial electric vehicle efficiency and power density significantly. GaN Systems and ACEpower's shared vision extends to capturing substantial market value in emerging sectors such as data centers and electric vehicles. Future initiatives encompass the joint development of high-power density GaN-powered OBCs rated at 6.6kW and 11kW for electric vehicles, solidifying their commitment to driving innovation and advancing the power industry.	02.08.2023 17:00:00	Aug	news_2023-08-15_10.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-15_10.jpg	https://gan-systems.reportablenews.com/pr/gan-systems-and-acepower-partner-to-propel-gan-adoption-in-chinese-electric-vehicle-market	gansystems.com
High Temperature Precision Thin Film Chip Resistors	Automotive and industrial applications may have ha...	11517	Product Release	High Temperature Precision Thin Film Chip Resistors	Automotive and industrial applications may have harsh environmental requirements for resistors. When those requirements include high temperature capability and high precision, options are limited. Stackpole's RNHT thin film precision resistors offer full power capability up to 85 degree C and operation up to 170 degree C. The automotive grade RNHT is AEC qualified and offers a wide range of values in sizes from 0402 through 1206 in tolerances down to 0.02% and TCR's down to 5 ppm. The thin film RNHT has exceptional long-term stability and reliability inherent in thin film technology. The RNHT is a good choice for precision control and monitoring circuits in automotive applications, industrial controls and automation, aerospace, engine, motor and pump controls, telecom equipment, and building infrastructure.	02.08.2023 11:30:00	Aug	news_2023-08-15_18.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-15_18.jpg	https://www.seielect.com/index.html	seielect.com
Power Operational Amplifier Delivers High Power and Speed	Apex Microtechnology has announced the release of ...	11513	Product Release	Power Operational Amplifier Delivers High Power and Speed	Apex Microtechnology has announced the release of the PA198, the latest member of their family of precision power operational amplifiers. For over 40 years Apex Microtechnology has developed a portfolio of compact analog components that boasts capabilities of up to 2500 V supply voltage and 200 A continuous output current. The PA198 is a precision power amplifier designed for output currents up to 200 mA with voltage supply rails capable of up to up to ±215 V with a dual supply (+440 V with a single supply). PA198 has an exceptionally high slew rate of up to 2000 V/µs, and an impressive power bandwidth of up to 2 MHz. The safe operating area (SOA) for PA198 has no second breakdown limitations and can be observed with all types of loads by choosing an appropriate current limiting resistor. High accuracy is achieved with a cascode input circuit configuration. The MOSFET output stage is biased on for linear operation. External compensation provides user flexibility. The PA198 is a hybrid product design housed in a space saving, electrically isolated 12-pin PowerSIP package which lends itself to high-density circuit board layouts. "PA198 showcases Apex's mission to push the performance boundaries of its power operational amplifiers, doubling the slew rate and power bandwidth of its sibling, PA98, while also providing ultra-low noise." says Director of Business Development, Jens Eltze. "The device underlines again our commitment to supporting our markets and customers with products that solve difficult analog power challenges."	01.08.2023 07:30:00	Aug	news_2023-08-15_14.png	\images\news_2023-08-15_14.png	https://www.apexanalog.com/press/product_news_pa198.html	apexanalog.com
Green Plastics for Electronic Components	The time has come. Plant-based plastics are a top ...	11528	Industry News	Green Plastics for Electronic Components	The time has come. Plant-based plastics are a top engineering topic at SCHURTER. After undergoing numerous tests and acquiring extensive expertise through the development process, the Green Line appliance connectors are now going into series production as the first in a growing family of components. But what are green plastics exactly? It is widely recognized that humanity must rapidly reduce its ecological footprint. Scientific findings demonstrate that our climate is changing faster than predicted. At the SCHURTER headquarters in Lucerne, the most brilliant and inventive engineers are extensively engaged in innovative plastics. These are technical polymers based on renewable, plantbased resources. These plastics replace and complement the crude oil-based materials in the housings of various appliance connectors.	31.07.2023 09:00:00	Jul	news_2023-09-01_4.jpg	\images\news_2023-09-01_4.jpg	https://www.schurter.com/en/news/green-plastics-for-electronic-components	schurter.com
X2 Class Interference Suppressor Capacitors	Cornell Dubilier Electronics introduces its MXH se...	11514	Product Release	X2 Class Interference Suppressor Capacitors	Cornell Dubilier Electronics introduces its MXH series of X2, EMI/RFI suppression capacitors designed for harsh environments. The MXH series is AEC-Q200 qualified, meets a 2,000-hour THB (Temperature, Humidity, Bias) life test, and has applications in motors, AMR (Automated Meter Readers), UPS, power supplies, charging systems, and appliances. These X2, across-the-line capacitors filter out electromagnetic noise and have multiple international safety agency approvals. The 2,000-hour THB test conducted at 85 °C, 85% relative humidity at rated voltage, subjected these components to twice the industry standard test hours required to meet IEC 60834, Class III-B for THB. The MXH capacitor series also passed the rigors of AEC-Q200 automotive testing. These tests include mechanical shock and vibration, thermal cycling, solvent resistance, and solderability which qualify the series for use in the most demanding industrial, automotive, and consumer applications. Capacitance values range from 0.1 to 15 µF in 34 standard values, at 305 Vac, 50/60Hz. Their operating temperature range is from -40° C to +110° C. The series possesses multiple agency approvals including UL, CSA, and VDE, for safety and performance in X2, across-the-line applications.	31.07.2023 08:30:00	Jul	news_2023-08-15_15.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-15_15.jpg	https://www.cde.com/news/2023/6/mxh/	cde.com
Accelerating Development of Gallium-Oxide Power Semiconductors	Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced that it ...	11500	Industry News	Accelerating Development of Gallium-Oxide Power Semiconductors	Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced that it has taken an equity position in Novel Crystal Technology, Inc., a Japanese company that develops and sells gallium-oxide wafers, a promising candidate for use in superior energy-saving power semiconductors that Mitsubishi Electric intends to develop at an accelerated pace in support of global decarbonization. Novel Crystal Technology, one of the world's first companies to develop, manufacture and sell gallium-oxide wafers for power semiconductors, and now a leading producer of these products, has manufacturing technology that Mitsubishi Electric will use in its production of gallium-oxide power semiconductors. Mitsubishi Electric has been contributing to energy savings in power-electronic products by producing semiconductors made of silicon and silicon carbide (SiC). Recent advances have been achieved with SiC and gallium-nitride wafers, but gallium-oxide wafers are expected to help achieve even higher breakdown voltages and lower power dissipation. Mitsubishi Electric now expects to accelerate its development of superior energy-saving gallium-oxide power semiconductors by combining its own expertise in the design and manufacture of low-energy-loss, high-reliability power semiconductors with Novel Crystal Technology's expertise in the production of gallium-oxide wafers.	28.07.2023 06:00:00	Jul	news_2023-08-15_1.png	\images\news_2023-08-15_1.png	https://www.mitsubishielectric.com/news/2023/pdf/0728.pdf	mitsubishielectric.com
Licensing Technology for Lithium-Ion Capacitor	Asahi Kasei has begun licensing of technology for ...	11505	Industry News	Licensing Technology for Lithium-Ion Capacitor	Asahi Kasei has begun licensing of technology for the design and manufacture of lithium-ion capacitors (LiCs) based on its proprietary lithium pre-doping technology. The novel proprietary doping method enables LiCs to be manufactured at lower cost with generally available materials and equipment which are used for manufacturing lithium-ion batteries (LiBs), while enabling the design and manufacture of LiCs with increased capacity and improved input/output performance. The licensing includes not only Asahi Kasei's intellectual property related to LiC technology, but also technical expertise such as cell design and manufacturing with pilot equipment. By licensing its technology, Asahi Kasei expects to support licensees around the world to significantly reduce LiC development times and achieve low-cost LiC manufacture utilizing existing equipment. Demand for energy storage devices is forecasted to continue rising due to the spread of electric mobility and increased use of renewable energy. The LiC is an energy storage device that uses the same material as an electric double layer capacitor (EDLC) for the cathode and the same material used as a LiB for the anode. As LiCs have higher input/output characteristics than LiBs, they are suited to fields where instantaneous power is needed, and can be quickly recharged. Also featuring long cycle life and high safety, LiCs are expected to be used in mobility applications such as electric trams and buses which charge at each stop instead of using power from overhead lines.	27.07.2023 12:00:00	Jul	news_2023-08-15_5.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-15_5.jpg	https://asahi-kasei.eu/licensing-lithium-ion-capacitors/	asahi-kasei.eu
Volker Ritzert Becomes CEO	BMZ Germany GmbH is pleased to introduce Volker Ri...	11508	People	Volker Ritzert Becomes CEO	BMZ Germany GmbH is pleased to introduce Volker Ritzert as its new CEO. Volker Ritzert joined BMZ Germany GmbH on August 1st, 2023, and will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the German Headquarters of the global BMZ Group. In this role, Volker Ritzert replaces his predecessor Sven Bauer. As Founder and Main Shareholder of the very fast-growing, globally positioned Group, Sven Bauer will in the future focus on steering the global fortunes of the entire corporate group as Group CEO. The reason for this step is the exponential growth of the company both in terms of demand and with regard to the number of international subsidiaries and acquired companies along the vertical value chain of battery production. Dipl.-Ing. Volker Ritzert brings many years of expertise from various top management positions in internationally operating and growing corporations as well as owner-managed companies such as Brose, Valeo, Faurecia and Gerresheimer AG to BMZ. Volker Ritzert: "The battery market is the central element of the infrastructure of the energy and transport turnaround, which are elementary for climate protection and thus cannot be postponed. As a structured, methodical strategist and at the same time a hands-on enabler, I am looking forward to responding to the current challenges with further advanced solutions together with the BMZ Team. I am therefore very happy to accept my new responsibility in one of the most important and high-potential markets."	26.07.2023 15:00:00	Jul	news_2023-08-15_8.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-15_8.jpg	https://www.bmz-group.com/index.php/en/news/press-en	bmz-group.com
Semiconductor Facility Expansion in Oregon	Analog Devices celebrated its more than $1 billion...	11502	Industry News	Semiconductor Facility Expansion in Oregon	Analog Devices celebrated its more than $1 billion investment to expand its semiconductor wafer fab in Beaverton, Oregon. The Beaverton site, built in 1978, is ADI's largest wafer fabrication facility by volume and serves customers in critical industries, such as industrial, automotive, communications, consumer, and healthcare. The facility investment expands cleanroom space to about 118,000 sq-ft and nearly doubles internal manufacturing of products running on the 180-nanometer technology node and above. It is also expected to create hundreds of new, long-term employment opportunities, a significant increase to ADI's current roughly 950 employees in Oregon. More than 10% of the total investment is for fab tools intended to increase overall efficiency and utilize chemistries that are more environmentally friendly. Despite nearly doubling production output, the facility is targeting to reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 75% and water usage per production unit by approximately 50%. "By expanding ADI's Beaverton facility, we are increasing our production capacity in critical industries, boosting domestic manufacturing in line with the vision of the CHIPS Act, and enhancing the global resiliency of ADI's hybrid manufacturing model," said Vincent Roche, ADI's CEO and Chair. "While our investment in Beaverton will facilitate these goals, they will be achieved through the incredible dedication and talent of ADI's existing workforce and further tapping into Oregon's strong talent pool."	26.07.2023 08:00:00	Jul	news_2023-08-15_3.png	\images\news_2023-08-15_3.png	https://www.analog.com/en/about-adi/news-room/press-releases/2023/7-26-2023-adi-invests-more-than-1billion-semiconductor-facility-oregon.html	analog.com
One-Day Power Design Workshop in Long Beach	Learn from the foremost teacher in power electroni...	11490	Event News	One-Day Power Design Workshop in Long Beach	Learn from the foremost teacher in power electronics in this exceptional 1-day educational session on February 24, 2024, in Long Beach California, covering numerous topics. Dr. Ridley will explore the subjects that are relevant to working engineers today, demonstrate live converter designs and measurements, and share the tools needed to accelerate the design process. Register today and receive a full license to RidleyWorks immediately. Attend either in person or remotely. Note: Workshop is being held one day before the 2024 APEC conference begins. Come to Long Beach a day early to benefit from this exceptional training. The workshop begins at 8:30am and concludes at 5pm.	25.07.2023 18:00:00	Jul	news_2023-08-01_12.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-01_12.jpg	https://shop.ridleyengineering.com/collections/education/products/1-day-workshop-feb-24-2024-in-long-beach-ca	ridleyengineering.com
Circuit Simulation for Power and Analog Designers	Qorvo announced the release of QSPICE, a generatio...	11506	Industry News	Circuit Simulation for Power and Analog Designers	Qorvo announced the release of QSPICE, a generation of circuit simulation software that provides power and analog designers significantly higher levels of design productivity through improved simulation speed, functionality and reliability. In addition to advancing the state of the art in analog simulation technology, QSPICE allows designers to simulate complex digital circuits and algorithms. Its unique combination of modern schematic capture and fast mixed-mode simulation make it the ideal tool to solve the increasingly complex hardware and software challenges faced by today's system designers. "QSPICE enables an entirely new generation of mixed-mode circuit simulation," said Jeff Strang, general manager for Qorvo's Power Management business. "In the past, power designers relied on analog circuits and silicon power switches. Today, digital control and compound semiconductors are common elements of advanced power designs. Whether an engineer is developing AI algorithms for EV battery charging, optimizing a Qorvo pulsed-radar power supply or evaluating the newest silicon carbide FETs, QSPICE is the perfect platform for innovation."	25.07.2023 13:00:00	Jul	news_2023-08-15_6.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-15_6.jpg	https://www.qorvo.com/design-hub/design-tools/interactive/qspice/	qorvo.com
Thin Film Current Sense Chip Resistors	Power supplies and current sensing circuits have r...	11497	Product Release	Thin Film Current Sense Chip Resistors	Power supplies and current sensing circuits have requirements that are as diverse as the end products they serve. Some applications, for example, need low TCR without requiring low values associated with metal alloy resistors. It can be challenging to find such a resistor. Thick film technology is generally used for higher sense resistor values, but they have poor TCR. While metal element resistors are normally chosen for superior TCR but are not available in higher values. Stackpole’s CSRT Series offers solutions to bridge the gap between these opposing requirements. The CSRT offers wide termination devices which offer high power ratings and reduce the issues with part or solder joint cracking due to their wide termination area. Stackpole recently improved the TCR for these wide termination sizes to 100 ppm for all values offered. The CSRT is a good choice for power supplies for currents between 2A and 17A, such as industrial power control, displays, consumer electronics, telecom, computer, measurement equipment, battery management, and LED drivers.	24.07.2023 12:30:00	Jul	news_2023-08-01_19.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-01_19.jpg	https://www.seielect.com/	seielect.com
Jitter Attenuator With up to 20 Outputs	The ZL30274, which excels at frequency conversion,...	11481	Product Release	Jitter Attenuator With up to 20 Outputs	The ZL30274, which excels at frequency conversion, jitter attenuation, and synthesis features DPLLs and five low output jitter synthesizers, it's ideal for equipment with low jitter needs (<150fs) and multiple frequency families.	22.07.2023 08:00:00	Jul	news_2023-08-01_3.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-01_3.jpg	https://www.microchip.com/en-us/product/ZL30274?utm_source=SyndicationAAC&utm_medium=ProductPage&utm_content=TCG&utm_campaign=CS-JitterAttenuator	microchip.com
High-Voltage Superjunction MOSFET Family for Static Switching Applications	Infineon Technologies is expanding its CoolMOS™ S7...	11494	Product Release	High-Voltage Superjunction MOSFET Family for Static Switching Applications	Infineon Technologies is expanding its CoolMOS™ S7 family of high-voltage superjunction (SJ) MOSFETs. The devices are aiming at SMPS, solar energy systems, battery protection, solid-state relays (SSR), motor-starters and solid-state circuit breakers, as well as PLCs, lighting control, HV eFuse/eDisconnect, (H)EV on-board chargers. The portfolio extension includes QDPAK top-side cooling (TSC) packages and offers a wide range of features in a small footprint. This makes it highly advantageous for low-frequency switching applications while optimizing cost positioning. Thanks to the high-power QDPAK packaging, they offer an R <sub>DS(on)</sub> of only 10 m&ohm;, which is the lowest on the market in this voltage class and the lowest in SMD packages. By minimizing conduction losses of the MOSFETs, the CoolMOS S7/S7A solutions contribute to higher overall efficiency and provide an easy and cost-optimized way to improve system performance. The CoolMOS S7 power switches also effectively manage heat dissipation with improved thermal resistance. Thanks to the innovative and efficient QDPAK packaging, they also reduce or even eliminate the need for heat sinks in solid-state designs, resulting in more compact and lighter systems. The MOSFETs are available in both top-side and bottom-side variants, and feature high-pulse current capability, enabling them to handle sudden surges of current. In addition, they exhibit body diode robustness to ensure reliable operation during AC line commutation. With fewer components required, they reduce part count, resulting in flexible system integration, lower BOM costs, and total cost of ownership (TCO). In addition, these MOSFETs enable shorter reaction times, particularly when breaking a current, facilitating smoother and more efficient operation.	21.07.2023 09:30:00	Jul	news_2023-08-01_16.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-01_16.jpg	https://www.infineon.com/cms/en/about-infineon/press/market-news/2023/INFPSS202307-133.html	infineon.com
Immersion Cooling Used in AI Applications	ITG Electronics has self-certified its products to...	11488	Industry News	Immersion Cooling Used in AI Applications	ITG Electronics has self-certified its products to be immersion cooling compatible. Immersion cooling allows products to be dropped in a solution to help cool products, such as ITG’s power bead inductors, which are commonly used in artificial intelligence-enabled (AI) applications. The immersion cooling process helps the company’s range of power components stay cooler, and therefore operate at faster processing speeds. In developing the certification of its products, ITG considered various product performance parameters to determine the optimal chemical content for the immersion liquid. To ensure clarity and consistency in the system’s utilization, the company has devised comprehensive guidelines regarding these special components’ design, and their recommended printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) process. Immersion cooling involves submerging a component in a non-conductive, dielectric liquid, which then absorbs the component’s heat. Because of the liquid’s temperature gradient, the heated liquid – which is naturally less dense – rises to the top. As this occurs, the liquid is removed from the top of the tank and replaced with a cooler liquid from the bottom. Helpfully, immersion cooling does not require additional elements such as fans, which among other benefits improves energy efficiency. ITG’s wide range of elevated and SMD power bead inductors are designed and developed for high frequency and high performance DC to DC converter application. The company’s power bead inductors are known for reliable performance in high-current multi-phase voltage regulators that power processors and memory modules for servers, graphics cards, storage and data centers.	20.07.2023 16:00:00	Jul	news_2023-08-01_10.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-01_10.jpg	https://www.itg-electronics.com/index.php/en	itg-electronics.com
Power Electronics for Heat Pumps Achieves Efficiency of Over 99.7 Percent	Researchers at Fraunhofer IAF have reached a miles...	11487	Industry News	Power Electronics for Heat Pumps Achieves Efficiency of Over 99.7 Percent	Researchers at Fraunhofer IAF have reached a milestone in power electronics: They have realized a circuit topology for voltage converters with over 99.74 percent electrical efficiency. In the ElKaWe project, the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Solid State Physics IAF is in charge of developing the drive electronics for electrocaloric heat pumps. For this purpose, the institute is researching devices based on the semiconductor gallium nitride (GaN) in order to increase power density and efficiency. For the first time, the researchers have now developed and optimized power electronics specifically for electrocalorics. They have succeeded in implementing an ultra-efficient circuit topology for voltage converters based on GaN transistors, achieving an electrical efficiency of 99.74 percent in the electrical power path. The GaN-based multilevel DC/DC converter thus sets global standards and far exceeds the previous state of research of less than 90 percent conversion efficiency for electrical control of these novel heat pumps. “Our ultra-efficient power electronics make it realistic for the first time to achieve well over 50 percent of the maximum theoretical coefficient of performance with electrocaloric heat pumps, even at the system level. There is still a lot of research to be done, but in future this technology could become a more efficient and completely emission-free solution for heating and cooling,” says Dr. Stefan Mönch, researcher in the field of power electronics at Fraunhofer IAF.	20.07.2023 15:00:00	Jul	news_2023-08-01_9.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-01_9.jpg	https://www.iaf.fraunhofer.de/en/media-library/press-releases/power-electronics--milestrone-in-elkawe-project.html	iaf.fraunhofer.de
Training: Enhancing Converter Design Workflow	This 12-hour training course in English language e...	11486	Event News	Training: Enhancing Converter Design Workflow	This 12-hour training course in English language explores the basics of how to use the Python programming language in SIMBA. By combining the power of Python with the fast and accurate simulation solver of SIMBA, engineers can streamline their workflow, achieve accurate results, and enhance their converter designs like never before. The training will take place in Powersys premises: Les Jardins de l’Entreprise, 13610 Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade, France. A shuttle service from Aix-en-Provence is included in the price of the course to take you to the premises and back at the end of the day. Participants will gain proficiency in Python and learn how to leverage its features to enhance converter design workflows. By the end of this training, power electronics engineers will have a solid foundation in Python programming and a deep understanding of SIMBA’s capabilities. They will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to harness Python’s power and integrate it with SIMBA for efficient power electronics simulation and converter design. This course is intended for power electronics engineers with little or no experience with Python. To ensure a good quality of our course the number of seats will be limited to 10. Don’t wait too long to register!	20.07.2023 14:00:00	Jul	news_2023-08-01_8.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-01_8.jpg	https://powersys-solutions.com/get-started-with-simba-python/?utm_source=brevo&utm_campaign=Training-Python-Initial_PWS-Europe&utm_medium=email&utm_id=493	powersys-solutions.com
Wideband RF 125 W Continuous Wave GaN Transistor	Richardson RFPD announced the availability and ful...	11496	Product Release	Wideband RF 125 W Continuous Wave GaN Transistor	Richardson RFPD announced the availability and full design support capabilities for a RF-power, gallium nitride transistor from NXP Semiconductors. The MMRF5018HSR5 is a 125-watt, continuous wave, RF power transistor optimized for wideband operation up to 2700 MHz. It includes input matching for extended bandwidth performance. With its wideband capabilities, high gain, ruggedness and drain efficiency, the MMRF5018HSR5 offers a complete solution for multiband communication applications. It is also versatile for a range of CW, pulse and wideband RF applications.	20.07.2023 11:30:00	Jul	news_2023-08-01_18.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-01_18.jpg	https://www.richardsonrfpd.com/press-room/richardson-rfpd-announces-in-stock-availability-of-new-wideband-rf-125-w-continuous-wave-gan-transistor-from-nxp/	richardsonrfpd.com
Matrix-Type LED Drivers for Automotive LCD Backlights	ROHM has developed LED driver ICs - the BD94130xxx...	11522	Product Release	Matrix-Type LED Drivers for Automotive LCD Backlights	ROHM has developed LED driver ICs - the BD94130xxx-M series (BD94130MUF-ME2, BD94130EFV-ME2) - for automotive LCD backlights. The devices support large displays increasingly being used in next-generation car infotainment and instrument clusters. In recent years, the advancement of ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) together with expanding car infotainment functionality have prompted a shift towards higher resolution vehicle displays to improve visibility. As such, LED drivers with a local dimming function capable of turning off only the backlight in dark areas of the LCD improve display screen performance and reduce power consumption. They are now being considered by automotive manufacturers developing next-generation cockpits. But as the number of zones controlled with conventional direct-type LED drivers by a single IC is less than 100, the number of LED drivers and peripheral components will also increase as automotive displays become larger with more zones. This represents a significant design challenge. To meet this need, ROHM developed products capable of controlling more zones than conventional ICs -making it possible to reduce the mounting area by reducing the number of LED drivers required. The BD94130xxx-M series of matrix LED drivers combines an 8-line switch controller with 24-channel current driver - allowing control (dimming) of up to 192 zones mini-LED for backlighting with a single IC. On top of that, the mini-LEDs in each zone can be independently adjusted by using a local dimming function - contributing to larger contrast ratio, lower power consumption displays.	19.07.2023 16:30:00	Jul	news_2023-08-15_23.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-15_23.jpg	https://www.rohm.com/news-detail?news-title=2023-07-19_news_led-driver&defaultGroupId=false	rohm.com
NarrowBand (NB) Power IoT Reference Design	This reference design is specifically tailored to ...	11479	Product Release	NarrowBand (NB) Power IoT Reference Design	This reference design is specifically tailored to meet the power needs of the NarrowBand IoT (NB-IoT) module market, with a focus on water and gas meters. By replacing expensive and bulky supercaps with smaller, more cost-effective versions, this solution is not only reliable but also highly efficient.	19.07.2023 06:00:00	Jul	news_2023-08-01_1.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-01_1.jpg	https://www.microchip.com/en-us/tools-resources/reference-designs/narrowband-iot-reference-design?utm_source=SyndicationAAC&utm_medium=ReferenceDesign&utm_content=APID&utm_campaign=CS-NBIoT	microchip.com
SiC Devices for Aircraft Electrical Power Systems	SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly) spin-out No...	11485	Industry News	SiC Devices for Aircraft Electrical Power Systems	SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly) spin-out NoMIS Power has achieved its latest major milestone with an award from the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to develop rugged Silicon Carbide (SiC) power devices to support the electrical power systems of aircraft. NoMIS Power will develop 1200 V SiC power semiconductor devices (PSDs) through the award. The focus will be on metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistors (MOSFETs) with enhanced operational lifetime as well as improved on-state and off-state efficiency at operating temperatures, resulting in lower losses for power electronics engineers to manage. Solid-state power controllers within aircraft electrical power distribution systems require low on-state losses to enable passive cooling, as well as surge current and voltage overshoot protection during system start-up and fault interrupt. The proposed 1200 V SiC MOSFETs from NoMIS Power will provide airframers and system builders/integrators with the necessary PSD chips capable of high efficiency, long short-circuit withstand time (SCWT), and operational ruggedness for nominal and transient conditions. Moreover, the 1200 V rating will not only support current-generation aircraft utilizing 270 VDC architecture, but also aircraft operating with a +/- 270 VDC (i.e. 540 VDC rail-to-rail) architecture, as well. NoMIS Power overcomes the limitations of commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) Si and SiC-based PSDs via a novel SiC device design that is achievable using disruptive manufacturing techniques. As a result, NoMIS SiC devices can withstand higher voltage spikes and current surges during harsh operating conditions, enabling longer power management product lifetime through superior reliability and ruggedness.	18.07.2023 12:00:00	Jul	news_2023-08-01_7.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-01_7.jpg	https://sunypoly.edu/news/news-release-nomis-power-working-us-air-force-develop-sic-devices-aircraft-electrical-power.html	sunypoly.edu
Solutions for a Range of Military and Aerospace Projects	Since 1964, Custom Electronics (CEI) has been a ma...	11484	Industry News	Solutions for a Range of Military and Aerospace Projects	Since 1964, Custom Electronics (CEI) has been a manufacturer known for producing products throughout the military, commercial and industrial markets. For nearly 40 years, CEI has been working alongside specialist electronic components designer and distributer APC Technology Group (APC) to create solutions that include CEI’s storage products, such as its mica capacitors, busbars and batteries. With almost 40 years of collaborative experience, APC Technology and CEI have created a successful partnership between the brands. “Given the environments these solutions are going into, extremely high and low temperatures and high altitude, it’s incredibly important to our end customers that we include only the highest quality products into our designs,” explains Hodgson. “CEI’s mica capacitors are a go-to product for a lot of our engineers. There are very few technologies that can withstand these environments.” A delicate process, CEI mica capacitors are made of fragile mica paper, featuring layers of conductive and non-conductive material with hand-formed blades. “Over the years that we’ve dealt with CEI, there’s been no failure on any front,” Hodgson continues. “They can always deliver that kind of power performance when it’s required. We get fantastic products from them because their production site is fantastic. Everything is handmade, hand-wound and hand-cleaned. It’s a very well-made product that doesn’t fail, and that’s why customers keep coming back.”	18.07.2023 11:00:00	Jul	news_2023-08-01_6.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-01_6.jpg	https://www.customelec.com/	customelec.com
Global Supplier Award 2023 Received	ROHM ranks globally among the best suppliers of Bo...	11483	Industry News	Global Supplier Award 2023 Received	ROHM ranks globally among the best suppliers of Bosch, the supplier of technology and services, and thus has been honored with a Bosch Global Supplier Award. ROHM received the award in the category “Sustainability”. From its roughly 35,000 suppliers, Bosch singled out 46 suppliers from eleven countries for an award. This is the 18th time that the Bosch Group has rewarded outstanding performance by its suppliers in the manufacture and supply of raw materials, products, or services – notably as concerns quality, costs, sustainability, and innovation. “A functioning economy needs robust supply chains. To ensure this, we and our suppliers deliver top performance on a daily basis – from the innovation phase to production to aftermarket deliveries,” says Dr. Arne Flemming, Head of Supply Chain management at Bosch. “We feel honored to have received a Bosch Global Supplier award for the third time. It reflects ROHM’s strong, reliable and long-term partnership with Bosch,” states Wolfram Harnack, President at ROHM Semiconductor Europe. ???“ROHM has set up ‘The ROHM Group Environmental Vision 2050’ to make a strong commitment – in order to shape the environment into a sustainable society for future generations. To realize this, we have set three important themes: climate change, resource recycling, and coexistence with nature,” adds Wolfram Harnack.	18.07.2023 10:00:00	Jul	news_2023-08-01_5.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-01_5.jpg	https://www.rohm.com/news-detail?news-title=rohm-receives-bosch-global-supplier-award-2023&defaultGroupId=false	rohm.com
40 V Rad Hard GaN FETs for Demanding Space Applications	EPC announces the introduction of two 40 V rated r...	11491	Product Release	40 V Rad Hard GaN FETs for Demanding Space Applications	EPC announces the introduction of two 40 V rated radiation-hardened GaN FETs.EPC7001 is a 40 V, 4 m&ohm;, 250 A<sub>Pulsed</sub>, rad-hard GaN FET in a small 7 mm<sup>2</sup> footprint. EPC7002 is a 40 V, 14.5 m&ohm;, 62 A<sub>Pulsed</sub>, rad-hard GaN FET in a tiny 1.87 mm<sup>2</sup> footprint. Both devices have a total dose radiation rating greater than 1,000K Rad(Si) and SEE immunity for LET of 83.7 MeV/mg/cm<sup>2</sup> with V<sub>DS</sub> up to 100% of rated breakdown. These devices, along with the rest of the Rad Hard family, are offered in a chip-scale package. Packaged versions are available from EPC Space. EPC’s eGaN FETs and ICs offer a higher performing alternative to conventional rad hard silicon devices for high reliability and space applications. EPC’s Rad hard devices are significantly smaller, have 40 times better electrical performance, and lower overall cost than rad hard silicon devices. Moreover, EPC’s rad hard devices exhibit superior resistance to radiation, supporting higher total radiation levels and SEE LET levels compared to traditional silicon solutions. Applications benefiting from the performance and fast deployment of these devices include DC-DC power converters, motor drives, lidar, deep probes, and ion thrusters for space applications. They are particularly well-suited for satellites operating in both Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and Geosynchronous Earth Orbit (GEO), as well as avionics systems.	18.07.2023 06:30:00	Jul	news_2023-08-01_13.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-01_13.jpg	https://epc-co.com/epc/events-and-news/news/artmid/1627/articleid/3131/40-v-rad-hard-gan-fets-set-new-performance-standards-for-demanding-space-applications	epc-co.com
30 MHz Op Amp with EMI Filtering	The MCP6496/6R/6U/7/9 series op-amps have low inpu...	11480	Product Release	30 MHz Op Amp with EMI Filtering	The MCP6496/6R/6U/7/9 series op-amps have low input bias current, rail-to-rail I/O, unity gain stability, 30 MHz gain bandwidth, and can operate on a single supply as low as 1.8V while consuming only 2 mA per amp.	16.07.2023 07:00:00	Jul	news_2023-08-01_2.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-01_2.jpg	https://www.microchip.com/en-us/product/MCP6496?utm_source=SyndicationAAC&utm_medium=DataSheet&utm_content=MSLD&utm_campaign=CS-30mhzOpAmps	microchip.com
e-Book Imparts Technical Insights into Power System Design for Mission Critical Applications	Vicor releases its e-book detailing the innovation...	11489	Industry News	e-Book Imparts Technical Insights into Power System Design for Mission Critical Applications	Vicor releases its e-book detailing the innovation needed to manage high power demands across the aerospace, defence and satellite sectors. The e-book - ‘Innovative and reliable power solutions for mission critical applications’ – highlights case studies and technical articles to provide readers with in-depth knowledge and application-specific insights into designing better power delivery networks. As space exploration grows exponentially and governments continue to invest heavily in defence spending, this sector is seeing higher demand for innovative and reliable power solutions. For example, high-performance LEO and MEO communications satellites require compact power solutions that are radiation-tolerant to survive the harsh environment of space. Satellite operators are offering increasingly more sophisticated on-board processing capabilities necessitating the use of the latest ultra-deep-submicron FPGAs and ASICs. These have demanding, low-voltage, high-current, power requirements and OEMs are being challenged to offer more functionality from smaller payloads and platforms. Additionally, as electronic systems are becoming more standardised in defence applications, there is a demand for increased interoperability, scalability and reliability. Size, weight and power (SWaP) are always target parameters in aerospace and defense applications and this will remain the focus. From the requirement for high density solutions in UAVs to designing radiation-tolerant power electronic solutions, Vicor’s lightweight compact high density power modules provide flexibility for power system designers. The e-book examines a range of challenges and modular solutions. It presents technical advice using Vicor’s power modules and answers frequently asked questions about power - in this downloadable guide.	13.07.2023 17:00:00	Jul	news_2023-08-01_11.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-01_11.jpg	https://www.vicorpower.com/resource-library/ebook/aerospace-defense-ebook	vicorpower.com
Beginning Volume Production of PowerGaN Devices	STMicroelectronics has begun volume production of ...	11507	Industry News	Beginning Volume Production of PowerGaN Devices	STMicroelectronics has begun volume production of e-mode PowerGaN HEMT (high-electron-mobility transistor) devices that simplify the design of high-efficiency power-conversion systems. The STPOWER GaN transistors raise performance in applications such as wall adapters, chargers, lighting systems, industrial power supplies, renewable energy applications, and in automotive electrification.In the coming months, ST will introduce new PowerGaN variants, i.e. automotive-qualified devices, as well as additional power-package options including PowerFLAT 8×8 DSC and LFPAK 12×12 for high power applications. ST's G-HEMT devices facilitate the transition to GaN wide-bandgap technology in power conversion. GaN transistors with the same breakdown voltage and RDS(on) as silicon alternatives can achieve lower total gate charge and parasitic capacitances, with zero reverse-recovery charge. These properties raise efficiency and enhance switching performance, allowing higher switching frequency that permits smaller passive components thereby increasing power density. Applications can therefore become smaller with higher performance. In the future, GaN is also expected to enable new power-conversion topologies that will further improve efficiency and decrease power losses.	13.07.2023 14:00:00	Jul	news_2023-08-15_7.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-15_7.jpg	https://newsroom.st.com/media-center/press-item.html/n4543.html	st.com
SiC 650V Schottky Barrier Diodes with Forward Voltage of 1.2V	Toshiba Electronics Europe announces the launch of...	11495	Product Release	SiC 650V Schottky Barrier Diodes with Forward Voltage of 1.2V	Toshiba Electronics Europe announces the launch of twelve 650V silicon carbide (SiC) Schottky barrier diode (SBDs) based upon their latest 3<sup>rd</sup> generation technology. The devices are specifically intended for use in efficiency-critical industrial equipment applications including switching power supplies, electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and photovoltaic (PV) inverters. Known as the TRSxxx65H series, the devices use a new Schottky metal. The 3<sup>rd</sup> generation SiC SBDs chip optimizes the junction barrier Schottky (JBS) structure of the 2<sup>nd</sup> generation products, thereby lowering the electric field at the Schottky interface and reducing leakage current – delivering enhanced efficiency. The 3<sup>rd</sup> generation devices achieve excellent low forward voltage (V<sub>F</sub>) of 1.2V (typ.). This represents a 17% reduction when compared to 2<sup>nd</sup> generation products. The 3<sup>rd</sup> generation products have improved the trade-offs between V<sub>F</sub> and total capacitive charge (Q<sub>C</sub>) which is typically 17nC for the TRS6E65H. Also, the V<sub>F</sub> and reverse current (I<sub>R</sub>) ratio is improved compared to 2<sup>nd</sup> generation products with the TRS6E65H achieving a typical I<sub>R</sub> value of 1.1µA. All of these improvements reduce power dissipation and contribute to higher levels of efficiency within end equipment. Devices within the TRSxxx65H series are capable of forward DC currents (I<sub>F(DC)</sub>) up to 12A and square wave non-repetitive surge currents IFSM up to 640A. Seven of the new devices are housed in TO-220-2L packages while the remaining five are provided in compact and flat DFN8×8 SMD packages.	13.07.2023 10:30:00	Jul	news_2023-08-01_17.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-01_17.jpg	https://toshiba.semicon-storage.com/eu/company/news/2023/07/sic-power-devices-20230713-1.html	toshiba.semicon-storage.com
GaN Power Technology Design for AC-DC Switching Power Supplies	Bel Fuse is proud to expand its line of EOS power ...	11493	Product Release	GaN Power Technology Design for AC-DC Switching Power Supplies	Bel Fuse is proud to expand its line of EOS power supplies with the introduction of the EPG300 and EPG500 series of AC-DC power supplies based on efficient Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology design. The EOS Power EPG300 Series and EPG500 Series of AC-DC power supplies accommodate a universal input voltage of 90 – 264 VAC, delivering up to 300 W and 500 W of output power with forced air cooling. The power supplies are available in six single output voltages ranging from 12 V to 58 V. Both can be used in a broad array of space constrained applications in which minimal power loss and easy thermal management are required. RoHS compliant and CE marked, the power supplies are safety agency certified and meet the latest regulatory requirements. The EPG300 and EPG500 fit traditional open frame power supply uses in situations where improved power density and increased power is needed. The benefits in tougher thermal environments make these products well suited for RF applications, 5G systems, industrial process control, automation and monitoring, modern digital signage, video walls and more.	12.07.2023 08:30:00	Jul	news_2023-08-01_15.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-01_15.jpg	https://www.belfuse.com/news-detail/bel-offers-new-efficient-gan-power-technology-design-for-world-s-smallest-and-most-efficient-ac-dc-switching-power-supplies	belfuse.com
Application-Specific Regulator to Power 5V System Rails	Alpha and Omega Semiconductor introduced a family ...	11492	Product Release	Application-Specific Regulator to Power 5V System Rails	Alpha and Omega Semiconductor introduced a family of application-specific EZBuck™ regulators. The integrated AOZ2295QI-05 has a compact footprint to support 5V rails in desktop and laptop computing systems. High-performance, personal computing systems, supporting add-on features, and more USB type-C ports, increase the 5V output current to more than 10A today. In such feature-rich personal computing systems, typical power implementations require either a controller with external discrete power FETs or two low-current converters to achieve the high current required of the 5V rail. This results in increased component count and larger PCB area, increasing system cost. In contrast, AOS’ highly integrated solution includes all the power silicon in a single, thermally enhanced QFN 4mm x 4mm package for 12A, providing a compact solution size with industrial-leading efficiency and thermal performance. “The load current capability of the AOZ2295QI-05 offers designers an easy-to-use solution to support high power 5V system in a compact size. In today’s ever-shrinking desktop motherboard or laptop form factors, PCB real estate is at a premium. Utilizing AOS’ EZBuckTM regulator technology enables AOS to ease the job of the system designer,” said Wayne Lee, Power IC Marketing at AOS.	12.07.2023 07:30:00	Jul	news_2023-08-01_14.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-01_14.jpg	https://aosmd.com/sites/default/files/2023-07/AOS_2295QI-05_PR.pdf	aosmd.com
Coin Cell Battery Life and Power Booster	Nexperia has introduced the NBM7100 and NBM5100 IC...	11521	Product Release	Coin Cell Battery Life and Power Booster	Nexperia has introduced the NBM7100 and NBM5100 ICs designed to extend the life of a typical non-rechargeable lithium coin cell battery while also increasing its peak output current capability by up to 25x compared to what a typical coin cell can deliver without a battery booster. This extension in working life will reduce the amount of battery waste in low-power Internet of Things (IoT) and other portable applications while making coin cells a viable power source for applications which could previously only operate from AA- or AAA- batteries. CR2032 and CR2025 Lithium coin cells have higher energy density and longer shelf life. As a result, they are commonly used in low-power applications, including devices with Low Power Wi-Fi, LoRa, Sigfox, Zigbee, LTE-M1, and NB-IoT transceivers. However, these batteries have relatively high internal resistance and chemical reaction rates that reduce their usable capacity when under pulsed-load conditions. To overcome this limitation, the NBM7100 and NBM5100 contain two high-efficiency DC/DC conversion stages and an intelligent learning algorithm. The first conversion stage transfers energy from the battery to a capacitive storage element at a low rate. The second stage utilizes the stored energy to provide a regulated (programmable from 1.8 V to 3.6 V) high pulse (up to 200 mA) current output. The intelligent learning algorithm monitors the energy used during repetitive load pulse cycles and optimizes first stage DC/DC conversion to minimize the residual charge in the storage capacitor. When not performing an energy conversion cycle (standby state), these devices consume less than 50 nA.	11.07.2023 15:30:00	Jul	news_2023-08-15_22.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-15_22.jpg	https://www.nexperia.com/about/news-events/press-releases/Nexperia-unveils-industry-s-first-coin-cell-battery-life-and-power-booster.html	nexperia.com
Self-Powered Single-Channel Isolated GaNFET Gate Driver	Allegro MicroSystems announced the launch of its P...	11499	Product Release	Self-Powered Single-Channel Isolated GaNFET Gate Driver	Allegro MicroSystems announced the launch of its Power-Thru isolated gate driver (AHV85110). The first product introduced in the company’s Power-Thru portfolio; Allegro’s isolated gate driver creates a single-package solution that drives GaN FETs with up to a 50% smaller footprint and a 40% efficiency improvement compared to competitor offerings. Allegro’s patent protected, highly differentiated Power-Thru gate driver (AHV85110) gives engineers and designers access to efficient high-power isolated gate driving technologies that provide multiple system level benefits. The gate driver combines traditionally separate components - the isolated gate driver and the isolated power supply - into a single, compact, robust package. A perfect example of “less is more,” Allegro’s platform minimizes EMI pathways and simplifies integration, resulting in faster time to market, efficiency gains, and production cost savings. “Our engineering team leveraged technology from our acquisition of Heyday Integrated Circuits to rapidly develop the first device in our new Power-Thru portfolio to help designers achieve their efficiency and power density goals in clean energy and e-Mobility systems,” said Vijay Mangtani, Vice President and General Manager for High-Voltage Power at Allegro MicroSystems. “This new series of patented, industry-first solutions enables engineers to build smaller, more-efficient systems while reducing time to market and maximizing return on investment.”	11.07.2023 14:30:00	Jul	news_2023-08-01_21.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-01_21.jpg	https://www.allegromicro.com/en/about-allegro/news-room/2023/ahv85110	allegromicro.com
High Density Source Measure Unit to Speed Semiconductor Characterization	Keysight Technologies introduces the PZ2100 Series...	11498	Product Release	High Density Source Measure Unit to Speed Semiconductor Characterization	Keysight Technologies introduces the PZ2100 Series High-Channel Density Precision Source Measure Unit (SMU) Solution, a SMU solution giving digital development engineers 20 precision SMU channels within a 1U rack space to speed the characterization of integrated circuit (IC) designs. While innovation cycles are shortening and digital standards are evolving, designing a semiconductor component or device and delivering it to market remains a time-intensive, technical process. Digital development engineers must connect and test multiple ports on a single device-under-test (DUT) throughout the design cycle to troubleshoot and characterize the performance of the IC. Without high-density, automated characterization solutions, engineers risk slowing their delivery timelines as they validate with complex, multiport designs using complicated and low-density test setups. Keysight’s PZ2100 Series SMU addresses this risk by giving design engineers a high-density SMU solution that is scalable to 20 SMU channels in a compact 1U rack configuration. The solution also speeds time-to-market with flexible software options, simplified system integration and synchronization, and application-specific measurement capabilities, allowing them to focus more time on characterization and less on synchronization.	11.07.2023 13:30:00	Jul	news_2023-08-01_20.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-01_20.jpg	https://www.keysight.com/us/en/about/newsroom/news-releases/2023/0711-pr23-062-keysight-introduces-high-density-source-measure-un.html	keysight.com
Bipolar Design High-Voltage Contactors	TDK Corporation presents HVC27 (B88269X*) high-vol...	11518	Product Release	Bipolar Design High-Voltage Contactors	TDK Corporation presents HVC27 (B88269X*) high-voltage contactors that can safely and reliably switch off continuous DC currents of 300 A to 500 A and operating DC voltages of up to 1000 V in lithium-ion batteries in 20 ms or less, depending on the type. This is made possible by the gas-filled ceramic arc chamber which is also used in the other HVC types from TDK. Completely new is the optional Hall-effect sensor for the auxiliary contact. It is used to detect the switching state of the main contacts. The bidirectional design allows only one HVC27 to charge and discharge batteries as well as to power motor drive systems and do regenerative braking (recuperation). There are three mechanical versions of the UL-certified HVC27 series: an upright version (C1) with dimensions of 95 x 44 x 90 mm (L x W x H) and a horizontal version (C5) with 90 x 90 x 46 mm, as well as a third version as a replacement type (NIL) for the HVC25 (HVC200, 300 and 500). The high current contactors are available with single or double coil, with working voltages of 12 V or 24 V. The single-coil version requires 6 W in continuous operation, the dual-coil version only 4 W. The service life for resistive opening (450 V/300 A) is specified with 1500 operations for the single coil version and 2000 operations for the dual-coil version. At 750 V/300 A, these values are 150 and 1000 opening cycles, respectively.	11.07.2023 12:30:00	Jul	news_2023-08-15_19.png	\images\news_2023-08-15_19.png	https://www.tdk-electronics.tdk.com/en/373388/company/press-center/press-releases/press-releases/tdk-presents-next-generation-hvc-series/3168332	tdk-electronics.tdk.com
Motor Control Reference Design Project	Würth Elektronik and STMicroelectronics jointly de...	11482	Industry News	Motor Control Reference Design Project	Würth Elektronik and STMicroelectronics jointly developed a demo using a Würth power tool. The design, which efficiently drives a low-voltage Brushless DC motor, is ideal for handheld power-tool applications. Moreover, the design includes all the necessary user interfaces required to control the motor’s trigger, speed, and direction. Over the past few years, STMicroelectronics and Würth Elektronik have established a strong collaboration developing reference designs that leverage the best of each companies’ portfolios. By combining active components from STMicroelectronics with passive components from Würth Elektronik, the companies can offer ready-made turnkey or customizable solutions to customers. The synergies of the collaboration between STMicroelectronics and Würth Elektronik are reflected in the breadth and success of earlier joint projects, including the integration of Würth Elektronik components on a range of STMicroelectronics evaluation boards. “Working with Würth Elektronik, STMicroelectronics has shown its capability to work with partners to extract the best performance from its product offer and to jointly develop system solutions addressing the most challenging and complex application needs,” said Ricardo De Sa Earp, Executive Vice President, General-Purpose Microcontroller Sub-Group, STMicroelectronics. “The development of a cost-effective, high-quality reference design that forms the basis for outstanding power tools is another example of the fruitful collaboration we share with STMicroelectronics,” said Alexander Gerfer, CTO, Würth Elektronik eiSos Group.	11.07.2023 09:00:00	Jul	news_2023-08-01_4.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-01_4.jpg	https://www.we-online.com/en/news-center/press/press-releases?d=partnership-stmicro	we-online.com
Non-Destructive, In-Line Subsurface Metrology System	Nearfield Instruments B.V., a provider of process ...	11523	Product Release	Non-Destructive, In-Line Subsurface Metrology System	Nearfield Instruments B.V., a provider of process control metrology solutions for advanced semiconductor devices, launched AUDIRA – an in-line, non-destructive subsurface metrology system for advanced semiconductor manufacturing. The AUDIRA system provides highly accurate and reproducible nanometer-level measurements of buried features and defects, such as voids, in advanced memory and logic devices. "AUDIRA is a game-changer for advanced semiconductor manufacturing. It provides measurement data that was previously not available without having to remove the wafer from the line," said Hamed Sadeghian, CEO, Nearfield Instruments. "Most importantly, the AUDIRA gives process engineers insight into the wafer's innermost layers – details they never were able to measure before nondestructively and sometimes would never have even known to look for. AUDIRA, like our first product QUADRA, turns in-line metrology and inspection into an added value in the semiconductor manufacturing process." Nearfield Instruments anticipates that AUDIRA will complement transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and critical dimension-scanning electron microscopy (CD-SEM) for subsurface process control measurements. AUDIRA uses an acoustic approach that is fast, very precise and non-destructive with the added advantages of being in-line with a fast turn-around time.	10.07.2023 17:30:00	Jul	news_2023-08-15_24.png	\images\news_2023-08-15_24.png	https://www.nearfieldinstruments.com/portfolio/audira-semiconductor-industrys-first-non-destructive-in-line-subsurface-metrology-system/	nearfieldinstruments.com
Compact Airfast GaN Reference Design	Richardson RFPD announced the availability and ful...	11515	Product Release	Compact Airfast GaN Reference Design	Richardson RFPD announced the availability and full design support capabilities for a reference design from NXP Semiconductors. The A3G26D055N-100 is an orderable reference design for NXP's A3G26D055NT4, a 100–2690 MHz, RF power discrete GaN HEMT housed in a DFN 7 mm x 6.5 mm over-molded plastic package. It has an unmatched output allowing for wide frequency range utilization. The transistor is designed for cellular base station applications requiring wide instantaneous bandwidth capability. The A3G26D055N-100 circuit optimizes the device from 100–2500 MHz, with 12 W CW and 11 dB gain by utilizing half of the device. The compact circuit (7 cm x 5 cm) is available for order from Richardson RFPD, and the circuit information is licensable from NXP.	10.07.2023 09:30:00	Jul	news_2023-08-15_16.jpg	\images\news_2023-08-15_16.jpg	https://www.richardsonrfpd.com/press-room/richardson-rfpd-announces-availability-of-compact-airfast-gan-reference-design-from-nxp/	richardsonrfpd.com
Automotive Grade Amplifier	Nisshinbo Micro Devices has launched the NJG1187AK...	11449	Product Release	Automotive Grade Amplifier	Nisshinbo Micro Devices has launched the NJG1187AKGC-A, an automotive-grade, high gain, low noise amplifier (LNA), compliant to various automotive standards such as AEC-Q100 Grade 2 and VDA 6.3. This LNA is specifically targeted at Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) applications, including GPS, QZSS, GLONASS, BeiDou, and Galileo. It provides amplification and noise reduction capabilities to enhance the performance of GNSS receivers. Example applications using this LNA are automotive GNSS receivers, active antenna, dashboard camera, satellite navigation, and GNSS modules. The NJG1187AKGC-A offers the flexibility to operate in different frequency bands. By adjusting the value of external components, it can be tuned to either the L1 band (1.5 GHz) or the L2/5/6 bands (1.1 to 1.2 GHz). This feature allows the LNA to be compatible with various GNSS systems. With a wide operating temperature range of -40 to +105°C, the NJG1187AKGC-A is well-suited for automotive applications, where temperature variations can be significant. It can withstand the demanding conditions encountered in automotive environments. To ensure robustness and protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD), the LNA incorporates integrated ESD protection on each pin. This feature helps to safeguard the amplifier and maintain its reliability in the presence of ESD events. The package used for the NJG1187AKGC-A is an ESON6-GC, featuring wettable flanks. This design enhances the solderability of the component and facilitates improved automated visual inspection of the solder joints. These advantages contribute to the overall reliability and quality of the product.	07.07.2023 09:30:00	Jul	news_2023-07-15_16.jpg	\images\news_2023-07-15_16.jpg	https://www.nisshinbo-microdevices.co.jp/en/about/info/20230525.html	nisshinbo-microdevices.co.jp
Residual Current Monitor Product Line for Electrical Charging Stations	Littelfuse introduces its Western Automation Resea...	11452	Product Release	Residual Current Monitor Product Line for Electrical Charging Stations	Littelfuse introduces its Western Automation Research and Development Residual Current Monitor (RCM) product line to detect AC and DC ground fault currents in electrical vehicle (EV) charging installations. When a residual fault current occurs, the RCM sends an output signal that triggers a relay or contactor to shut off the supply power and remove the shock hazard during electrical vehicle charging. The RCM product line offers various models to support the global UL and IEC safety standards for EV charging applications. These products may be used to detect AC, DC, or both type of faults in single-phase or multi-phase installations. "Electrical vehicles are a major priority for car manufacturers, and it is only a matter of time before EVs become a significant proportion of all vehicles - making it paramount that charging applications are safe and reliable," stated Philippe Di Fulvio, Littelfuse EV Infrastructure Business Development Manager. "The RCM monitor detects AC and DC ground fault currents and quickly triggers a fault output to disable the charging current and remove the shock hazard when charging vehicles."	06.07.2023 12:30:00	Jul	news_2023-07-15_19.jpg	\images\news_2023-07-15_19.jpg	https://www.littelfuse.com/about-us/news/news-releases/2023/littelfuse-introduces-its-residual-current-monitor-product-line-for-electrical-charging-stations.aspx	littelfuse.com
GaN Driver Integrates Galvanic Isolation for Safety and Reliability	STMicroelectronics' first galvanically isolated ga...	11448	Product Release	GaN Driver Integrates Galvanic Isolation for Safety and Reliability	STMicroelectronics' first galvanically isolated gate driver for gallium-nitride (GaN) transistors, the STGAP2GS, trims dimensions and bill-of-materials costs in applications that demand superior wide-bandgap efficiency with robust safety and electrical protection. The single-channel driver can be connected to a high-voltage rail up to 1200V, or 1700V with the STGAP2GSN narrow-body version, and provides gate-driving voltage up to 15V. Capable of sinking and sourcing up to 3A gate current to the connected GaN transistor, the driver ensures tightly controlled switching transitions up to high operating frequencies. With minimal propagation delay across the isolation barrier, at just 45ns, the STGAP2GS ensures fast dynamic response. In addition, dV/dt transient immunity of ±100V/ns over the full temperature range guards against unwanted transistor gate change. The STGAP2GS is available with separate sink and source pins for easy tuning of the gate-driving operation and performance. Saving the need for discrete components to provide optical isolation, the STGAP2GS driver eases the adoption of efficient and robust GaN technology in various consumer and industrial applications. These include power supplies in computer servers, factory-automation equipment, motor drivers, solar and wind power systems, home appliances, domestic fans, and wireless chargers. In addition to integrating galvanic isolation, the driver also features built-in system protection including thermal shutdown and under-voltage lockout (UVLO) optimized for GaN technology, to ensure reliability and ruggedness.	06.07.2023 08:30:00	Jul	news_2023-07-15_15.jpg	\images\news_2023-07-15_15.jpg	https://newsroom.st.com/media-center/press-item.html/n4559.html	st.com
DC Surge Protective Device Series	Bourns introduced a DC Surge Protective Device (SP...	11456	Product Release	DC Surge Protective Device Series	Bourns introduced a DC Surge Protective Device (SPD) Series. The Bourns Model 1420A Series SPDs are a family of DIN Rail general duty SPDs with pluggable/replaceable modules offering surge rates up to 50 kA in different configurations. Bourns specifically designed its Model 1420A Series SPDs to meet high-risk electrical service entrance and branch panel protection requirements of high power, sensitive energy generation and distribution terminals such as EV fast chargers, battery energy storage systems (BESS) and photovoltaic energy generation systems. Sustained abnormal overvoltage high-energy surges can cause SPDs and/or MOVs to go into a thermal runaway condition that many times leads to device overheating and create a fire hazard. For this reason, Bourns' latest SPD products feature an Advanced Thermal Disconnector (TD+) that has a self-extinguishing mechanism that helps increase device safety during catastrophic end-of-life events. These SPDs come with an additional window fault indicator and remote auxiliary output signal, which provides the ability to monitor the status of the device. The Bourns Model 1420A SPD Series is available now and is RoHS* compliant. This series is a UL recognized Type 4, Type 2 Location SPD and complies with IEC 61643-31 standards.	05.07.2023 16:30:00	Jul	news_2023-07-15_23.jpg	\images\news_2023-07-15_23.jpg	https://www.bourns.com/news/press-releases/pr/2023/07/05/bourns-announces-high-performance-dc-surge-protective-device-series	bourns.com
Gap Filler Pad Offers 8.3 W/m-K Thermal Conductivity	The Chomerics Division of Parker Hannifin Corporat...	11454	Product Release	Gap Filler Pad Offers 8.3 W/m-K Thermal Conductivity	The Chomerics Division of Parker Hannifin Corporation has announced its THERM-A-GAP PAD 80 high-performance gap filler pad is now available. This product provides designers of electronics and telecoms devices with a thermal conductivity of 8.3 W/m-K for superior heat transfer. With the highest available thermal conductivity in its product family, THERM-A-GAP PAD 80 also maintains low compression forces and conformability between mating surfaces. Very low compression force means the product will deflect under assembly pressure, minimising stress on components, soldered joints and PCB leads. Offering low hardness (40 Shore 00), the elastomeric, vibration-dampening THERM-A-GAP PAD 80 serves as a highly effective thermal interface between heatsinks and heat-generating components in electronic devices where uneven surfaces, air gaps or rough surfaces exist. The material also exhibits low silicone oil bleeding, thus minimising the potential for greasy residues to accumulate on the surface of the heatsink or substrate during use. Oil bleed from inferior thermal gap filler pads can promote reduced electrical performance through lower surface resistance and breakdown voltage. Furthermore, surrounding impurities and particles may adsorb in or adhere to the oil, compromising product performance and service life. Among those set to benefit from the attributes of THERM-A-GAP PAD 80 are manufacturers of 5G and telecom equipment/infrastructure, smart home devices, automotive electronics (including ADAS modules), electric vehicle charging units, power supplies, computing modules like GPUs and CPUs, computer servers, and memory and data storage units.	05.07.2023 14:30:00	Jul	news_2023-07-15_21.jpg	\images\news_2023-07-15_21.jpg	https://www.parker.com/gb/en/about-parker/newsroom/news-release-details/THERM-A-GAP-PAD-80.html	parker.com
Acquiring Shares in Start-Up Sunpact	As part of their strategic and sustainable company...	11440	Industry News	Acquiring Shares in Start-Up Sunpact	As part of their strategic and sustainable company orientation, Finepower acquired shares in Sunpact, a startup company engaged in the generation, storage and grid- feeding of renewable energy. Sunpact is currently selling balcony power inverter and solar panels, which will soon be expanded to include a balcony storage system, the "Sunpact-Marisol". For the storage product, Finepower will supply the electronic power assemblies. In this context, a LOI has also been signed with Sunpact, which nominates Finepower as a supplier for electronic assemblies for Sunpact products. Compared to existing solutions on the market, the "Marisol" storage can be retrofitted for all existing balcony inverters. The grid-feeding of balcony power plants is limited to 600 W. This feed-in power is adjusted to the current consumption via the Marisol using app and power sensing sockets. The storage can be charged up to 1600 W with up to 4 PV panels. Thus, the reduction of self-consumption is possible during night and day. The target to introduce the storage to the marked should be within this year. In the last years, Finepower Engineering has established quality processes that enable them to work for the automotive industry and guarantee the quality of their own products. Furthermore, strategic partners for production were set up and production processes were aligned with the EMS partners. The management of the partners as well as the supply of components and the sale of Finepower electronic products will be carried out in close cooperation between Finepower Sales and Finepower Engineering.	05.07.2023 12:00:00	Jul	news_2023-07-15_7.png	\images\news_2023-07-15_7.png	https://www.finepower.com/en/finepower-acquires-shares-in-sunpact-gmbh/	finepower.com
Medical Grade 4:1 DC/DC Packs 60W in Miniature Package	RECOM has added a 60W board-mount DC/DC with high ...	11450	Product Release	Medical Grade 4:1 DC/DC Packs 60W in Miniature Package	RECOM has added a 60W board-mount DC/DC with high power density and medical-grade isolation to their portfolio. The REM60-W is available with two input ranges, 9-36VDC, and 18-75VDC, each with a selection of tightly regulated single and dual outputs: 5V, 5.1V, 12V, 15V, 24V +/-12V, and +/-15V. The case size of the DC/DC is just 2.3" x 1.5" x 0.5" (57.9 x 36.8 x 12.7mm). Thanks to their efficiency, peaking at over 90%, the DC/DCs operate to 105°C ambient with derating, or as an example, to 83°C at full 60W output power with 2m/s airflow (REM60-4824SW variant). The REM60-W series has reinforced/ 2MOPP isolation, rated 5kVAC/1min for 250VAC working voltage, with creepage and clearance distance from input to output of more than 8mm. Patient leakage current is 4.5µA maximum to suit medical B, BF, and CF applications. Medical safety certifications include IEC/EN 60601-1 3rd edition as well as ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1 and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60601-1:14 for the North American markets. The parts are also compliant with EN 60601-1-2 for EMI immunity for medical equipment. IEC/UL/EN 62368-1 certifications are also held for the IT/multimedia markets and EMC standards EN 55032 Class A and B can be met with a simple external filter. The REM60-W series is characterized for the operation to 5000m altitude and for a pollution degree 2 (PD2) environment. Reliability is also high at over 1Mhrs MTBF according to MIL-HDBK-217F, 25°C, Ground Benign conditions.	05.07.2023 10:30:00	Jul	news_2023-07-15_17.jpg	\images\news_2023-07-15_17.jpg	https://recom-power.com/en/company/newsroom/news/rec-n-rem60-w-delivers-60w-with-medical-certification-272.html?4	recom-power.com
10 Year Silicon Carbide Wafer Supply Agreement	Renesas Electronics and Wolfspeed announced the ex...	11434	Industry News	10 Year Silicon Carbide Wafer Supply Agreement	Renesas Electronics and Wolfspeed announced the execution of a wafer supply agreement and $2 billion (USD) deposit by Renesas to secure a 10 year supply commitment of silicon carbide bare and epitaxial wafers from Wolfspeed. The supply of silicon carbide wafers from Wolfspeed will pave the way for Renesas to scale production of silicon carbide power semiconductors starting in 2025. The signing ceremony of the agreement was held at Renesas' headquarters in Tokyo between Hidetoshi Shibata, President and CEO of Renesas, and Gregg Lowe, President and CEO of Wolfspeed. The decade-long supply agreement calls for Wolfspeed to provide Renesas with 150mm silicon carbide bare and epitaxial wafers scaling in CY2025, reinforcing the companies' vision for an industry-wide transition from silicon to silicon carbide semiconductor power devices. The agreement also anticipates supplying Renesas with 200mm silicon carbide bare and epitaxial wafers after the recently announced John Palmour Manufacturing Center for Silicon Carbide (the "JP") is fully operational. "The wafer supply agreement with Wolfspeed will provide Renesas with a stable, long-term supply base of high-quality silicon carbide wafers. This empowers Renesas to scale our power semiconductor offerings to better serve customers' vast array of applications," said Hidetoshi Shibata, President and CEO of Renesas. "We are now poised to elevate ourselves as a key player in the accelerating silicon carbide market."	05.07.2023 06:00:00	Jul	news_2023-07-15_1.jpg	\images\news_2023-07-15_1.jpg	https://www.renesas.com/eu/en/about/press-room/renesas-and-wolfspeed-sign-10-year-silicon-carbide-wafer-supply-agreement	renesas.com
Automotive Voltage Trackers Offering a 250mA Output	ABLIC launched the S-19721 Series of automotive vo...	11455	Product Release	Automotive Voltage Trackers Offering a 250mA Output	ABLIC launched the S-19721 Series of automotive voltage trackers. The S-19721 Series of voltage trackers is in a class of ICs with the lowest offset voltage in the industry (1) and provides accurate sensor readings in supplying ECU external sensors and components with electricity. This series can output up to 250mA and can cope with the high current output required by high performance sensors or power groups of sensor as the number of sensors multiplies. What's more, an anomaly notification function that detects IC anomaly and makes them known via the INT pin and other protective circuits protect ECUs even in the event of a wire harness failure to further improve safety. The S-19721 Series is in a class of ICs with the lowest offset voltage in the industry and comes with an anomaly notification function that makes known IC status. Combined with a number of protective circuits, it is a product that brings additional safety to autonomous driving. Versatile packaging that meets a variety of customer needs is provided. The S-19721 Series is also PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) capable and planned for compliance with Grade 1 of the AEC ()-Q100 (*Automotive Electronics Council) quality standard for automotive ICs.	04.07.2023 15:30:00	Jul	news_2023-07-15_22.png	\images\news_2023-07-15_22.png	https://www.ablic.com/en/semicon/news/2023/07/04/s-19721-2/	ablic.com
Peter Lieberwirth Appointed President and CEO	Toshiba Electronics Europe has announced Peter Lie...	11442	People	Peter Lieberwirth Appointed President and CEO	Toshiba Electronics Europe has announced Peter Lieberwirth as the new President and CEO, effective 1st July. In his new role, he will lead the development and execution of Toshiba's strategy for its electronic components business in Europe. He takes over from Tomoaki Kumagai, the outgoing President, who has been promoted to a global role, as Corporate Vice President, General Executive, Global Strategy & Business Development, Japan. Peter Lieberwirth, who joined Toshiba in 1992, has held the Vice President Marketing & Operations Division role since 2018, where his extensive experience across sales and marketing functions has proven invaluable. "I am extremely honoured to now lead the company that I have been working for with great passion over many years. Toshiba has a very competent and experienced team which is committed to providing excellent service, helping customers develop successful products and systems. It is my goal to foster the relationship with our valued European customers and to position Toshiba as a key supplier in this region," says Peter Lieberwirth. He continues: "We are experiencing exciting times in the European market, and there is a strong demand for technologies that support environmental sustainability, which has also become an important focus for Toshiba's global operation. As a provider of world-leading power semiconductors, ceramic insulating heat dissipation substrates, as well as SCiBTM highly safe rechargeable batteries and innovative technologies such as our high-capacity enterprise hard disk drives, we are well placed to help customers reduce their power consumption, contributing towards more environmentally-friendly operations."	04.07.2023 14:00:00	Jul	news_2023-07-15_9.jpg	\images\news_2023-07-15_9.jpg	https://toshiba.semicon-storage.com/eu/company/news/2023/07/other-20230704-3.html	toshiba.semicon-storage.com
Multi-Year Investment Initiative to Expand its Presence in India	Microchip Technology announces a multi-year initia...	11445	Industry News	Multi-Year Investment Initiative to Expand its Presence in India	Microchip Technology announces a multi-year initiative to invest approximately $300 million in expanding its operations in India, one of the world's fastest-growing semiconductor industry hubs. "Microchip is making a significant strategic commitment to growing our operations in India, whose meteoric growth has established it as one of the top sources of business and technical resources in our sector," said Ganesh Moorthy, President and CEO of Microchip. "Our investments here will enable us to both benefit from and contribute to the country's increasingly important role in the global semiconductor industry." Approximately 2,500 Microchip employees in India are integral to the company's semiconductor design and development, sales and support, IT infrastructure and application engineering operations. They strengthen corporate initiatives, support 2,000 customers in the region and make valuable contributions across more than 25 business units that develop solutions for industrial, automotive, data center, aerospace and defense, communications and consumer industries. "Microchip's investments in India over nearly two and a half decades have augmented its headcount growth, resulting in building a center of excellence for engineering deliverables and solutions for Microchip's global success," said Krishna Moorthy, President and CEO of the India Electronics and Semiconductor Association (IESA). "We look forward to celebrating Microchip's continued progress in India as it embarks on this impressive growth campaign."	03.07.2023 17:00:00	Jul	news_2023-07-15_12.jpg	\images\news_2023-07-15_12.jpg	https://www.microchip.com/en-us/about/news-releases/corporate/microchip-launches-300m-investment-in-india	microchip.com