Cree, Inc. (Nasdaq: CREE) and Delphi Technologies PLC (NYSE: DLPH) announced a collaboration on automotive silicon carbide (SiC) devices. Career is a global leader in silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductors, and Delphi Technology is a global supplier of automotive power propulsion technology. Faster, smaller, lighter and more powerful electronic systems.
The combination of Cree Silicon Carbide (SiC) -based metal oxide semiconductor field effect transistor (MOSFET) technology and Delphi's traction drive inverter, DC / DC converter and charger technology will help electric vehicles (EV) improve driving Mileage and faster charging times will also reduce weight, save space and reduce costs. Cree Silicon Carbide (SiC) metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistor (MOSFET) will initially be used in an 800V electronically controlled inverter designed by Delphi Technology for one of the world's top car manufacturers. The planned mass production time is 2022.
Delphi Technology CEO Richard F. (Rick) Dauch said, "Delphi Technology is committed to providing groundbreaking solutions for automakers. Automakers are working to meet increasingly stringent global emissions regulations and consumer demand for electric vehicles. (EV) expectations. Our cooperation with Cree will create significant benefits for car manufacturers. Eliminate driver concerns about electric vehicle (EV) mileage, charging time and costs, and bring the entire industry benefit."
As the automotive industry is seeking to accelerate the transition from internal combustion engines to electric vehicles (EVs), the adoption of silicon carbide (SiC) -based power solutions is growing rapidly throughout the automotive market. IHS predicts that by 2030, sales of high-voltage electric light vehicles will reach 30 million units (27% of all global car sales). The electronically controlled inverter is one of the most valuable electrified components. The efficiency of the electronically controlled inverter can bring a transformative impact on the industry in many aspects of automobile performance.
Creig CEO Gregg Lowe said, "Cree Technology is at the core of this major shift to electric vehicles (EV). We are committed to supporting the automotive industry from silicon (Si) -based design to higher efficiency and higher Transformation of high-performance silicon carbide (SiC) -based solutions. This cooperation with Delphi Technology will help promote the adoption of silicon carbide (SiC) in the automotive sector. As a global leader in silicon carbide (SiC), Career is continuing to expand its production capacity. To meet market demand, help us achieve a new, more efficient future with our industry-leading power-type metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistor (MOSFET). "
Career is committed to leading the global transformation from silicon (Si) to silicon carbide (SiC), and recently announced an expansion of silicon carbide (SiC) production capacity to achieve a 30-fold capacity increase. Career provides comprehensive silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) power and radio frequency (RF) solutions through its Wolfspeed division.
Delphi Technology's new silicon carbide (SiC) inverter operates at 800V, providing automotive engineers with more flexibility to optimize powertrain systems. Options include more mileage or a smaller battery; ultra-fast charging or smaller, lighter, and more affordable cables; and more car energy recovery during braking to further increase mileage.