Nexperia's first SiC Schottky diode is an industrial-grade device with a 650 V VRRM (repetitive peak reverse voltage) and 10 A IF (continuous forward current) rating, designed to combine ultra-high performance and high efficiency with low power loss in power conversion applications. With the added benefit of a true 2-pin (R2P) package compatible with high voltage and offering increased creepage distance, it is available in a choice of surface-mount (DPAK R2P and D2PAK R2P) or through-hole (TO-220-2, TO-247-2) configurations. Engineering samples are available upon request, and the full product launch is planned for the second quarter of 2022. Nexperia plans to continuously expand its portfolio of SiC diodes, leading to a total of 72 products operating at voltage levels of 650 V and 1200 V and with currents in the 6-20 A range.
In an increasingly energy-conscious world, there is a growing demand for high-power applications with superior efficiency and power density. In this regard, silicon is rapidly approaching its physical limits. According to Mark Roeloffzen, General Manager of Nexperia's Bipolar Discretes Group, "Broadband semiconductors, such as Gallium Nitride and Silicon Carbide, are now well-positioned to meet the stringent requirements of high-volume applications, delivering the promise of increased efficiency, higher power density, lower system cost, and reduced operating costs for OEMs. Nexperia's diverse portfolio of SiC diodes will bring greater choice and availability to this market.".
Nexperia's SiC Schottky diodes are initially targeted at industrial and consumer applications, including:
- Switched-mode power supplies (SMPS)
- AC-DC and DC-DC converters
- Battery charging infrastructure
- Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS)
- Photovoltaic inverters
Nexperia also plans to launch automotive devices for use in vehicle electrification applications, such as:
- On-board chargers (OBC)
- Inverters
- High-voltage DC-DC converters
The PSC1065H (-J/-K/-L) is the first in a portfolio of SiC Schottky diodes that Nexperia is developing to target the automotive and industrial markets.
