The FM3 platform simplifies the design of converter power stages, reducing development time and cost.
Wolfspeed is delivering a new family of cost and performance optimized housings which simplify the adoption of Silicon Carbide (SiC) MOSFETs. The Wolfspeed WolfPACK module family uses a fixed interval pin-grid for rapid development of alternate configurations, and devices are currently available in half-bridge and six-pack configurations. With no baseplate, the module substrate is cooled directly, and the standard module height allows reuse of thermal management solutions between converter designs, even when using alternate module configurations.
Fast-Charging
A close up of an electric car being charged at a wall socket
As electric vehicles (EVs) fill an increasing percentage of the automotive market, the demand for on-route fast charging will continually increase. In the race to match internal combustion engine (ICE) refueling time, these chargers will require increasing power specifications. Delivering high power without excessively large cables requires relatively high output voltage. The combination of design requirements makes SiC power modules an ideal candidate in fast charger design.
Comparison between Architectures
There are many potential architectures which could be developed to meet the design requirements of DC fast charging. In order to evaluate the potential design space, several candidate architectures are reviewed at a high level. See here the pros and cons of the archicture and contact your Arrow FAE for details.
