ITECH Releases IT8900G/L Series High-Speed DC Electronic Load
Manufacturer of power electronics, testing instruments, and systems ITECH has introduced the IT8900G/L series high-speed and high-power DC electronic load. The IT8900G/L series high-power DC electronic load not only meets the needs of high-performance power supply testing, but is also widely used in a number of fields such as new energy vehicles, charging piles, fuel […]
Valeo and ROHM Co-Develop the Next-Gen of Power Electronics
French automotive supplier Valeo and Japanese electronic component manufacturer ROHM Semiconductor are collaborating to propose and optimize the next generation of power modules for electric motor inverters using their combined expertise in power electronics management. As a first step, ROHM will provide its 2-in-1 Silicon Carbide (SiC) molded module TRCDRIVE pack to Valeo for future […]
CGD And IFPEN Demo a GaN-Based VDC Inverter Outperforming SiC
UK-based semiconductor manufacturer Cambridge GaN Devices (CGD) and French public research organization IFP Energies nouvelles (IFPEN) have developed a demo which confirms the suitability of CGD’s ICeGaN®650 V GaN ICs (Gallium Nitride-based transistors) in a multi-level, 800 VDC inverter. The demo delivers super-high power density – 30 kW/l – a result greater than the one […]
Littelfuse Releases New Ultra Junction X4-Class Power MOSFETs
American electronics manufacturing company Littelfuse has unveiled IXTN400N20X4 and IXTN500N20X4 – the newest addition to the Ultra Junction X4-Class 200 V Power MOSFET family. The new devices feature some of the lowest on-state resistances available while their high current ratings allow designers to replace multiple low-current rated devices connected in parallel, enhancing both reliability and […]
Bel Fuse Launches a 4 kW Liquid-Cooled DC-DC Converter
US-based electronic components manufacturer Bel Fuse has launched the 350DNG40-12-8, a second generation 4 kW liquid-cooled DC-DC converter in the Bel Power Solutions portfolio. Operating from 240 to 450 VDC input voltages, it delivers up to 4,000 W of output and can efficiently power low voltage accessories in hybrids and EVs. The converter is built […]
LEM Launches a New SMU Family For Accurate SOC Estimation in EVs
Swiss electrical measurement technology specialist LEM has launched a new single monitoring unit (SMU) family of sensors. The new modular SMU family meets the needs of designers of automotive battery management systems (BMS) who are looking to extend the maximum driving range of an EV, hybrid, or PHEV. The SMU continuously monitors vehicle parameters such […]
Littelfuse Launches the RCMP20 Residual Current Monitor
Littelfuse has launched the RCMP20 Residual Current Monitor Series for Mode 2 and Mode 3 EV charging stations. According to the company, the RCMP20 Series sets a new standard in EV charging safety, offering superior performance and flexibility in a compact design while supporting higher charging currents than other solutions on the market. The RCMP20 […]
BASF Develops a New PPA For IGBT Semiconductor Housings
BASF has developed a polyphthalamide (PPA) that is especially suited for manufacturing housings of IGBT (insulated-gate bipolar transistor) semi-conductors. Dubbed Ultramid Advanced N3U41 G6, it addresses the growing demand for high-performance, reliable electronic components for EVs, high-speed trains, smart manufacturing, and the generation of renewable energy. Semikron Danfoss, a power electronics manufacturer, now uses the […]
Durakool Unveils A New Plug-In Relay For EVs
UK-based power electronics manufacturer Durakool has unveiled three new products designed for the automotive and industrial sectors. At the forefront of this launch is the DG82M, a Micro-ISO automotive plug-in relay featuring magnetic arc blowout technology. Complementing the DG82M are the DE40, a miniature PCB power relay and the DHVC300, a high-voltage DC automotive contactor. […]
Eaton’s New Simplified Battery Configuration Switch
Eaton has partnered with Munich Electrification to develop and market its battery configuration switch (BCS), an advanced solution for 400-volt/800-volt dual string battery packs in electrified vehicles. This integrated, bi-stable device for parallel/series reconfiguration allows 800-volt vehicles to effectively charge via a 400-volt charger, while also offering numerous benefits compared to traditional solutions. Designed for […]
Accelera Launches New Endurance Braking System For EVs
Accelera, the zero-emissions unit of Cummins, has unveiled its new integrated brake chopper resistor (iBCR), which includes robust cyber security features with improved performance and reliability. The new iBCR is a versatile system designed to address two critical aspects of electric commercial vehicle performance—electrical endurance braking and energy efficiency. Acting as an electrical equivalent of […]
NXP’s Revolutionary New EV Battery Monitoring Technology
NXP has introduced the world’s first battery junction box integrated circuit (IC) that integrates critical pack-level functions into a single device. Unlike conventional pack-level monitoring solutions that require multiple discrete components, external actuators and processing support, NXP’s MC33777 consolidates essential BMS functions, significantly reducing design complexity, qualification and software development effort, and cost for OEMs, […]