Japanese semiconductor manufacturer Rohm has unveiled its fifth-generation silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFETs, which feature an approximately 30% reduction in on-resistance at high temperatures compared to the previous generation. This advancement is designed to improve energy efficiency in electric vehicles and energy infrastructure.
The new devices achieve a specific on-resistance of 1.6 mΩ·cm², a key metric for power loss. Rohm attributes the performance gain to a refined double-trench structure within the transistor, which enhances electron mobility. The improved high-temperature characteristics are particularly significant for applications like EV inverters and industrial power supplies, where operating temperatures are high and efficiency directly impacts range and system size.
Rohm plans to begin sample shipments of the new 750V-rated MOSFETs in December 2024, with mass production scheduled for 2025. The company is positioning these components to meet growing demand for more efficient power electronics in the automotive and industrial sectors.