Bipolar transistors

Diodes

ESD protection, TVS, filtering and signal conditioning

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SiC power devices

GaN FETs

IGBTs

Analog & Logic ICs

Automotive qualified products (AEC-Q100/Q101)

High-voltage (> 400 V) e-compressor

In automotive applications, high-voltage (>400 V) e-compressors play a key role in battery electric and hybrid vehicles by enabling cabin cooling, battery thermal management and heat-pump operation to improve efficiency and driving range. As vehicle systems shift toward 400 V and 800 V architectures, demand is rising for higher efficiency, lower noise, compact size and reliable operation across wide temperature and speed ranges. This creates semiconductor design challenges in high-voltage capability, loss reduction, thermal management, EMI control, isolation, fault protection and functional safety. Driving the need for highly integrated and automotive-qualified solutions.

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Block diagram

Inverter and brake Power management Gatedriver Signalprocessing Sensorinterface Input powerprotection Commsinterface BATTERY CAN / FlexRay 12 - 48 V aaa-045423 3-phase AC output to traction motor 400 / 800 V HV DC BUS CPU HV LV Galvanic Isolation Highlighted components are Nexperia focus products.

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Design considerations

  • High efficiency inverter
  • Robust power management and system protection
  • EMC compliance and noise immunity