ROHM SiC DeviceApplication Examples
The following are application examples that promote high efficiency and greater energy
savings. For inquiries or additional information, please visit the website of the customer/company in question.
General Purpose Power Supplies
Kinki Roentgen Industrial Co., Ltd.General Purpose Power Supplies
*National Research and Development Corp. Japan Science and Technology Agency Research Results Deployment Program (Super Cluster Program) Support Project
SiC dramatically reduces size - 5x smaller! 500W Output
Power Supply for X-Ray Generator
Overview
This general-purpose power supply system for X-ray generators utilizes SiC to increase efficiency and reduce system size through low heat generation.
Results
SiC decreases power loss by more than 2%. In addition, miniaturization of external components and cooling mechanisms makes it possible to reduce the power supply volume per watt by 5x compared with conventional systems.
Induction Heating
Nissin Giken Co., Ltd.Induction Heating
*National Research and Development Corp. Japan Science and Technology Agency Research Results Deployment Program (Super Cluster Program) Support Project
Achieves complete cooling • Conversion efficiency improved 10% 5kW/10kW/15kW Output
High Frequency Power SupplyNET-5S/NET-10S/NET-15S
Overview
This high frequency power supply is used as a heat source for material development and production. Utilizing SiC improves efficiency, making it possible to switch from water cooling to air cooling which eliminates problems associated with water such as deterioration due to aging.
Results
・ Conversion efficiency increased by an average of 10% (vs Si IGBT)
・ Achieves complete air cooling (waterless)
・ Reduces processing time with a metal dissolver
Pulse Power Supply
Fukushima SiC Applied Giken Co., Ltd.Pulse Power Supply
*National Research and Development Corp. Japan Science and Technology Agency Research Results Deployment Program (Super Cluster Program) Support Project
Achieves steep rise time (30 to 50ns) even with high voltage pulses (100kV) 100kV/240A Peak Output
Bipolar Pulse Generator (SiC Pulser)SiC-Pulser
Overview
This general-purpose high voltage pulse generator delivers a steep pulse rise time that improves productivity and quality in applications such as thin-film coating processes.
Results
Adopting SiC enables a rise time of 30 to 50ns, even with high voltage pulses on the order of 100kV.
Kurita Seisakusho Co., Ltd.Pulse Power Supply
*Japanese Science and Technology Agency's Super Cluster Program
Pulsed plasma frequency of 200kHz achieved using the high frequency characteristics of SiC 1kW Output
Submerged Pulse Plasma Generator1kW Output Desktop MPP-HV04SiC
Overview
Enables a pulsed plasma frequency of 200kHz by adopting an SiC power device module.
Results
Controlling the chemical reaction of the plasma requires manipulation of pulses in the sub-μ to several μs range. Leveraging the capabilities of SiC makes it possible to achieve consistent ultra-short plasma pulses in the sub-μ region that was difficult with Si IGBTs.
ROHM Products Used
Kurita Seisakusho Co., Ltd.Pulse Power Supply
*Japanese Science and Technology Agency's Super Cluster Program
High power plasma generator provides custom support from 30kHz to 300kHz 3kW Output Model
Submerged Pulse Plasma Generator3kW Output Standard MPP-HV*Series SiC
Overview
Provides a high-power plasma reaction field from the conventional 30kHz region to 200kHz unique to SiC. Enables customized support matched to user requirements (i.e. high power, 300kHz).
Results
Leveraging the high temperature characteristics of SiC successfully improves overload tolerance, even in short-circuit mode that often occurs on the plasma load side.
ROHM Products Used
IKS Co., Ltd.Energy
*National Research and Development Corp. Japan Science and Technology Agency Research Results Deployment Program (Super Cluster Program) Support Project
SiC power module reduces power loss by more than 40% 10kW Hybrid Power Storage SystemI_DENCON 10kW
Overview
This micro smart grid system connects to the DC bus of power supplies such as storage batteries, generators, and PV*/EV* chargers/dischargers, enabling optimized input/output control that reduces power loss by over 70% vs current commercial products.
*PV: Photovoltaic (solar) power generation system
*EV: Electric vehicle
Results
In the application example, power loss is reduced by over 40% vs Si devices even when used in the just the converter block.
IKS Co., Ltd.Energy
SiC power module reduces power loss by more than 40% 50kW Hybrid Power Storage SystemI_DENCON 50kW
Overview
This micro smart grid system connects to the DC bus of power supplies such as storage batteries, generators, and PV*/EV* chargers/dischargers, enabling optimized input/output control that reduces power loss by over 70% vs current commercial products.
*PV: Photovoltaic (solar) power generation system
*EV: Electric vehicle
Results
In the application example, power loss is reduced by over 40% vs Si devices even when used in the just the converter block.
50kW Hybrid Power Storage System(®MSEG)
ROHM Products Used
SiC Drive Tools
Headspring Inc.SiC Drive Tools
Compact experimental tool makes it easy to evaluate and drive SiC devices Experimental Tool for SiC Drive and Evaluation
Circuit Block for Power Electronics (HGCB-2A-401350)
Overview
Experimental equipment for driving and evaluating SiC devices. Primarily designed to verify the responsiveness and loss of SiC devices in the upstream processes of product development, such as R&D or the function prototyping phase.
Results
The compact form factor, which can fit in the palm of your hand, packs a whopping 7.0kW of power.
This enables high-speed switching of SiC devices up to 200kHz.
It can also be combined with the company's controllers.
Tamura Manufacturing Co., Ltd.SiC Drive Tools
All-in-one • Low common mode noise • High-speed response Gate Driver ModulesDM Series
Overview
Dedicated gate drive module for SiC MOSFETs. The all-in-one design integrates a DC/DC converter and specialized drive circuit that make it ideal for power conditioners, inverters, converters, and motor drive applications.
Results
Easily drive SiC power modules without the need for design. Optimized transformer achieves low common-mode noise, while magnetic coupling ensures fast response. Bonded substrates that combine SiC power modules can also be provided.
SiC driver module 2DM180506CM/2DM180206CM