STMicroelectronics’ STGAP3S family of gate drivers for silicon-carbide (SiC) and IGBT power switches combines ST’s latest robust galvanic isolation technology with optimized desaturation protection and flexible Miller-clamp architecture. Featuring reinforced capacitive galvanic isolation between the gate-driving channel and the low-voltage control and interface circuitry, the STGAP3S withstands 9.6kV transient isolation voltage (VIOTM) with 200V/ns common-mode […]
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IGBT and MOSFET drivers provide 4 A in 200 nsec
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. introduced two new IGBT and MOSFET drivers in the compact, high isolation stretched SO-6 package. Delivering high peak output currents of 3 A and 4 A, respectively, the Vishay Semiconductors VOFD341A and VOFD343A offer high operating temperatures to +125 °C and low propagation delay of 200 ns maximum. Consisting of an AlGaAs LED optically coupled to an […]
Bipolar junction transistors show their muscle
Recent enhancements to the classic BJT show that the classic transistor has plenty of life left and can challenge SiC and GaN devices in some power applications. Amidst the advances in CMOS and wide bandgap semiconductor technology, you can easily forget that the first transistor invented by William Shockley in 1949 was a bipolar junction […]
Power modules target data center energy reduction amid AI growth
Infineon Technologies AG is launching the TDM2354xD and TDM2354xT dual-phase power modules with best-in-class power density for high-performance AI data centers. These modules enable true vertical power delivery (VPD) and offer the industry’s best current density of 1.6 A/mm 2. They follow the TDM2254xD dual-phase power modules introduced by Infineon earlier this year. The TDM2354xD and TDM2354xT […]
Power module reduces SiC content while maintaining performance
Infineon Technologies AG is introducing the HybridPACK Drive G2 Fusion, establishing a new power module standard for traction inverters in the e-mobility sector. The HybridPACK Drive G2 Fusion is the first plug’n’play power module that implements a combination of Infineon’s silicon and silicon carbide (SiC) technologies. This cutting-edge solution provides an ideal balance between performance […]
Flyback controllers feature adaptive synchronous rectification for AC-DC conversion
Nexperia introduced a new series of AC/DC flyback controllers as the latest additions to its continuously expanding portfolio of power ICs. The NEX806/8xx and NEX8180x are designed for GaN-based flyback converters in devices such as power delivery (PD) chargers, adapters, wall sockets, strip sockets, industrial power and auxiliary power supplies, and other AC/DC conversion applications […]
Versatile 200 W converters available in 1″x1″ package for industrial applications
TDK Corporation announces the introduction of the TDK-Lambda brand 200W rated i1C series in the 1”x1” industry standard package size. These non-isolated, buck-boost DC-DC (step-up, step-down) converters operate from input voltages of either 9 to 36V or 18 to 75V. The i1C series offers output voltages adjustable from 9.6 to 28V with output currents of […]
Buck converter powers Intel Arrow Lake platform
Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited announced its new application-specific EZBuck Regulator. The highly integrated, compact, and high-power-density AOZ23567QI Constant On-Time Buck Converter offers an upgraded solution that is designed to support VCCPRIM_VNNAON rails in the Intel Arrow Lake platform. AOS’ AOZ23567QI Constant On-Time Buck Converter delivers all necessary power silicon in a thermally enhanced QFN 5 x 5 […]
Sink controllers request and control USB-C power
Diodes Incorporated releases two USB Type-C Power Delivery (PD) 3.1 extended power range (EPR) sink controllers. These can be embedded into battery-powered devices and other types of equipment using a USB Type-C socket as a power source, including routers, wireless speakers, power banks, and power tools. The AP33771C and AP33772S support product designers transitioning from proprietary charging ports, […]
DC-DC series targets safety-critical applications
RECOM has introduced new DC/DC converters in the REM2A and REM4A series, designed for medical and safety-critical applications. These converters, available in through-hole and SMD formats, offer 5kVAC/1 min isolation and 2MOPP rating at 250VAC with 8mm creepage and clearance. The devices are suitable for various patient connect applications due to their low 2µA leakage […]
