ROHM’s SiC chip: Installed in Vitesco’s new inverter!
-SiC chip realizes EV efficiency and rapid charging-
Report based on information disclosed by ROHM Co., Ltd.
Vitesco CEO Andreas Wolf and ROHM CFO Kazuhide Ino (Source: Vitesco Technologies)
Vitesco Technologies and ROHM:
Vitesco is a leading international manufacturer of modern drive technology and electrification.
ROHM is a leading company in SiC power devices.
June 20, 2023 ROHM signs a long-term supply contract for SiC power devices.
The transaction value will be over 130 billion yen from 2024 to 2030.
Inverters with SiC chips:
Vitesco will supply “the latest inverters equipped with ROHM’s SiC chips” from 2024.
New adoption has already been decided for a major 2EV.
What are SiC power devices:
A very important item in EV inverter development. Design more efficient power electronics.
In particular, SiC chips are required to be compatible with high voltages.
his long-term supply partnership:
Vitesco secures capacity for SiC chips in the development of electric vehicles.
Through this partnership, the two companies will support EV efficiency and fast charging.
Effective use of electrical energy ：
This is a key technology for EVs that require extended cruising range and reduced battery size.
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