Silicon Carbide-Primarily based Energy Module Shorten Cost Time Of xEVs

The AMP32 collection modules allow sooner charging and elevated vary for every type {of electrical} automobiles.

Onsemi has launched a trio of silicon carbide (SiC) primarily based energy modules in switch molded know-how which might be meant to be used in on-board charging and excessive voltage (HV) DCDC conversion inside all forms of electrical automobiles (xEV). The APM32 collection is the first-of-its-kind that adopts SiC know-how right into a switch molded bundle to boost effectivity and shorten cost time of xEVs and is particularly designed for high-power 11-22kW on-board chargers (OBC).

Every of the three modules displays low conduction and switching losses, combining with best-in-class thermal resistance and excessive voltage isolation to take care of 800V bus voltage. The improved effectivity and decrease warmth era in the end enable for a extra highly effective OBC. One that may cost the xEV sooner and enhance its working vary – two crucial elements for shoppers.

The APM32 modules provide excessive ranges of reliability, and every module is serialized for full traceability. The modules can function with junction temperatures (Tj) as excessive as 175°C which ensures reliability even in difficult, space-constrained automotive functions.

Two modules of the APM32 collection, NVXK2TR40WXT and NVXK2TR80WDT, are configured in H-bridge topology with a breakdown (V(BR)DSS) functionality of 1200 V, guaranteeing suitability for top voltage battery stacks. The third module, NVXK2KR80WDT, is configured in Vienna Rectifier topology and used within the energy issue correction (PFC) stage of the OBC.

All three modules are housed in a compact and strong Twin Inline Package deal (DIP), which ensures low module resistance. The highest cool and remoted options meet essentially the most stringent automotive business requirements.

Options

• DIP Silicon Carbide Twin H-Bridge energy module for on-board charger (OBC) for xEV functions
• Compact design
• Module serialization for full traceability
• Lead free, ROHS and UL94V-0 compliant
• Automotive certified per AEC-Q101 and AQG324

Functions

• Onboard Charger and HV DC DC in EV−PHEV