STMicroelectronics has released high-power modules for electric vehicles that boost performance and driving range. ST’s new silicon-carbide (SiC) power modules have been selected for Hyundai’s E-GMP electric vehicle platform shared by KIA EV6 and several models. Five new SiC-MOSFET based power modules provide flexible choices for vehicle makers, covering a selection of power ratings and support for […]
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NIBC provides regulated 12.25-V output, includes PMBus interface
Advanced Energy Industries announced the company’s first non-isolated bus converter (NIBC) in industry-standard quarter-brick format for 48 V power conversion in compute and telecom applications. Operating at up to 900 W with efficiencies as high as 97%, the new Advanced Energy Artesyn NDQ900 DC/DC converter provides a single, regulated 12.25 V output and incorporates a […]
High-voltage fuses target EV, hybrid, eMobility apps
Bel Power announced the availability of a new line of automotive fuses, most suitable for eMobility applications seen in electric vehicles (EVs), hybrid vehicles, and electrical energy storage (EES). The release of this line makes Bel the only supplier in the industry showing a complete 500V and 1000V offering on their website, building upon their […]
200-W half-brick converters feature 14-to-160-V inputs
TDK Corporation announces the introduction of the 200W-rated TDK-Lambda PYH200 series of half-brick DC-DC converters. Capable of operating from an ultra-wide 12:1 input voltage of 14 to 160Vdc, the converters are compatible with 24V, 48V, 72V, or 110Vdc nominal system voltages. Applications include railroad rolling stock and trackside equipment, robotics, power generation, and scientific research […]
High-current voltage suppressor SMDs for DC and SC protection
ProTek Devices has introduced a new series of 10kA bidirectional transient voltage suppressors for circuit protection in DC and AC, telecommunications infrastructure, and other similar industrial applications. These surface mount devices can be connected in a series or in parallel to create very high-capability circuit protection solutions. The SKCxxxCS series consists of four devices. […]
Audio power amps designed for automotive applications with power levels up to 10 W
STMicroelectronics’ FDA803S and FDA903S are the newest single-channel fully differential 10W Class-D audio power amplifiers in the STMicroelectronics FDA (fully digital amplifier) family. They are designed for automotive applications like eCall, telematics, and wherever an audio channel needs to reproduce human voice, music, or warning messages at a standard output power level of up to 10W. The […]
Low-cost 30-W dc-dc converter features 4:1 input range
30-W dc-dc converters in the new THL 30WI series come in a standard 1×1-in footprint. This next-generation product greatly improves the “cost/performance” ratio in the 30-W, 1×1-in industry standard product area. Combined with safety approvals to the latest IEC/EN/UL 62368-1 standards, the product is a candidate for mobile equipment, instrumentation, distributed power architectures and industrial […]
World’s highest-power MEMS switch handles 10 A
The new MM9200 is the world’s first micromechanical power switch capable of handling 10 A in a miniature 5×5-mm surface-mount package. With its ultra-low 0.010-Ω contact resistance, the new MM9200 is said to be the lowest-loss and highest power capable micro-mechanical switch ever created. The MM9200 targets a wide range of applications including industrial automation, […]
2×4-in 250-W industrial/medical power supplies can be convection or conduction cooled
TDK Corporation announces the introduction of the 250W-rated TDK-Lambda brand CUS250M series of power supplies in the industry standard 2” x 4” footprint. The product’s mechanical configurations enable both convection and conduction cooling through the product’s baseplate to provide silent cooling. The CUS250M is certified to the industrial IEC 62368-1 and medical IEC 60601-1 standard […]
Downsized 3-phase filters meet IEC 60204-1
SCHURTER’s new 3-phase filters series FMBC EP and FMBD EP meet IEC 60204-1 for machine applications. The filters are suitable for 3-phase or 3-phase-with-neutral conductor applications. Downsized for a smaller footprint, without any compromise to 2-stage performance, the new filter series are suitable for use in energy applications such as robotics, power tools, photovoltaic inverters, […]