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Infineon introduces CoolSiC JFET technology for solid-state power distribution

Enabling the next generation of solid-state power distribution systems, Infineon Technologies has announced that it is expanding its silicon carbide (SiC) portfolio with the new CoolSiC JFET product family.

CoolSiC JFET technology for solid-state power distribution Credit: Infineon

These devices deliver minimised conduction losses, solid turn-off capability, and greater robustness, making them suitable for advanced solid-state protection and distribution.

With robust short-circuit capability, thermal stability in linear mode, and precise overvoltage control, CoolSiC JFETs have been designed to enable reliable and efficient system performance in a wide range of industrial and automotive applications, including solid-state circuit breakers (SSCBs), AI data centre hot-swaps, eFuses, motor soft starters, industrial safety relays, and automotive battery disconnect switches.

The first generation of CoolSiC JFETs features ultra-low R DS(ON) starting at 1.5 mΩ (750 V BDss) and 2.3 mΩ (1200 V BDss), significantly reducing conduction losses.

The bulk-channel optimised SiC JFET offers high robustness under short-circuit and avalanche failure conditions. Housed in a Q-DPAK top-side cooled package, the devices support easy paralleling and scalable current handling, enabling compact, high-power systems with flexible layout and integration options. Their predictable switching behaviour under thermal stress, overload and fault conditions provides maximum long-term reliability in continuous operation.

To meet the thermal and mechanical challenges of harsh application environments, CoolSiC JFETs leverage Infineon's advanced .XT interconnection technology with diffusion soldering.

This technology significantly improves transient thermal impedance and robustness under pulsed and cyclic loads typical of industrial power systems. Tested and qualified under real-world operating conditions of solid-state power switches and based on the industry-standard Q-DPAK package, the devices enable quick and seamless design integration in both industrial and automotive applications.

Engineering samples of the new CoolSiC JFET family will be available later in 2025, with volume production starting in 2026.