SiC power semiconductors are especially well-suited for applications that require high power density and high efficiencies, such as those found in the electric vehicle industry, renewable energy generation, and industrial motor drives. The SiC series from Infineon Technologies is designed to help engineers and manufacturers achieve higher performance and efficiency while reducing system costs and improving overall reliability.
Features
The main features of SiC series Silicon carbide power semiconductors may be summarized as follows:
1. High voltage capability (up to 1700V)
2. High-temperature operation (up to 175°C)
3. Low on-resistance
4. Fast switching speeds
5. Low switching losses
6. Reduced electromagnetic interference (EMI)
Applications
Electric vehicle (EV) powertrain systems
Solar power inverters
Industrial motor drives
Power supplies
Switch-mode power supplies (SMPS)
Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS)
Wireless charging systems
High-speed trains and rail transport systems
Wind turbines
SiC power semiconductors are used in electric vehicle powertrains to increase efficiency and reduce the size and weight of the power electronics. SiC devices are used in photovoltaic (PV) inverters and wind turbines to improve the efficiency and reliability of the energy conversion process. SiC power semiconductors are used in variable frequency drives (VFDs) to achieve high efficiency and low harmonic distortion.
