Development of MOSFET-type Super-mini DIPIPM by Mitsubishi Electric
Mitsubishi Electric has recently launched a transfer-mold-type, super-mini dual inline package intelligent power module otherwise known as DIPIPM. The DIPIPM typically is used for inverter drive systems of small capacity motors in refrigerators and other type of consumer products. The newly developed module uses a MOSFET (metal oxide semiconductor field effect transistor) switching device with low power-on voltage in low current regions. Read more
Development of GaN HEMT Ku-Band Amplifier for Satellite Stations by Mitsubishi Electric
Mitsubishi Electric has announced the development of gallium nitride (GaN) high electron mobility transistor (HEMT) Ku-band (12-18 GHz) amplifier for satellite earth stations. The newly developed MGFK47G3745 amplifier has 50W output power, linear gain of 9dB and power added efficiency of 30%. Read more
Development of High-output, High-Efficiency 2GHz Power Amplifier for Mobile Communications Base Stations
Mitsubishi Electric has release a prototype of high-output, high-efficiency 2GHz GaN (gallium nitride) transistors on a silicon (Si) substrate, a low cost alternative to more expensive silicon carbide (SiC). The new power amplifier achieves conversion efficiency rating of 70% with outputs of 150W or higher. Read more
Development of All-SiC Forced-Air-Cooled High Power Density Inverter by Mitsubishi Electric
Mitsubishi Electric put everything into high gear by introducing a prototype of forced-air-cooled three-phase 400V output inverter equipped with all-silicon carbide (SiC) power modules exhibiting a power density of 50kVA per litter. The inverter is expected to contribute in miniaturization power electrics equipment both in automotive as well as industrial applications, among others. The new module which is rated at 1,200V/300A, incorporates a SiC MOSFET and SiC SBD (schottky barrier diode). Read more
Development of Mega Power Dual IGBT for Large Capacity PV and Wind Power Generation System
Mitsubishi Electric has announced the development of 6th generation Mega Power Dual (MPD) Series of three insulated-gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) module. The new modules will be ideal for use in power converters in large capacity photovoltaic (PV) and wind power generation systems. The new MPDs will also be suitable for high power applications in large capacity inverters as well as uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems in industrial equipment. The new modules’ carrier-stored trench-gate bipolar transistor (CSTBT) helps to reduce collector-emitter saturation voltage by around 15% compared to existing IGBT modules. Read more
Development of 14 GHz GaN HEMT Power Amplifier featuring Industry’s Highest Output Power
Mitsubishi Electric has announced the development of a prototype gallium nitride high-electron mobility transistor (GaN HEMT) amplifier featuring industry’s highest output power of 100W for Ku-band (14GHz) satellite communications. The new power amplifier would contribute to miniaturization of transmitters for terrestrial stations which are used in satellite communications. Read more
Development of High-Voltage Integrated Circuit for Inverter Systems of Power Modules
Mitsubishi Electric Has announced the development of 1200V high-voltage integrated circuit (HVIC) to drive power modules. The newly developed M81738FP boasts an industry leading 1,200 V rating and high tolerance to switching noise. The new HVIC uses a 1,200V divided reduced surface field (RESURFE) structure to optimize its surface structure. Due to the fact that the structure prevents the concentration of an electric field at p-n junction, the HVIC features a low current leakage limited to a maximum of 10microA. Read more
Development of World’s Most Compact Electric Vehicle Motor System with a built-in Silicon Carbide Inverter
Mitsubishi Electric has announced the development of a prototype electric vehicle (EV) motor system with a built-in silicon carbide inverter. The new EV motor system is the most compact one in industry, with just half the dimensions of company’s existing motor system which uses an external inverter. The system is expected to contribute to a more spacious and greater energy efficient EVs. The newly developed inverter matches the diameter of the motor, where it can be connected coaxially within a chassis, resulting in a major reduction in size of motor system. Read more
Launch of a New Wire-Cut Electrical Discharge Machines for High-Accuracy Processing by Mitsubishi Electric
Mitsubishi Electric has announced release of new MV series “MV1200R” of wire-cut electrical discharge machines (EDMs) ideal for cutting applications for wide range of products to those requiring high-accuracy processing such as molding die. The new MV series are designed with reduced power consumption feature, plus use of consumable parts to cut the running cost by as much as 42% in comparison to company’s existing FA series wire-cut EDMs. The new MV series come with upgraded automatic wiring device contributing to improved work efficiency, capable of using wire electrodes with a curl ratio of up to 10%. Read more
Development of 3GPP Compliant Multi-Band Power Amplifier Enabling Automatic Band Switching and International Roaming by a Single Device
Mitsubishi Electric has announced the development of multi-band power amplifier which enables automatic band switching and international roaming all by a single device, an important needs in wireless communication. This six-band 3GPP-compliant power amplifier comes in a package size of 3 x 3 x 1 mm making it one of the world’s smallest multi-band power amplifiers. The new amplifier works on frequency bands between 1.7GHz and 2.0GHz. The new amplifier records world’s highest power efficiency of 40%, which is achieved using Quantance qBoostTM ultra-fast, low-noise, envelope tracking power supply.
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