Vishay introduces 200 A power module for electric vehicle applications

Vishay Intertechnology Inc. (NYSE: VSH) announced the release of its VS-HOT200C080 power module, a 200 A device designed for 48 V traction inverters in light electric vehicles and belt-start generator systems in mild-hybrid electric vehicles.

The power module reduces board space requirements by up to 15% compared to standard discrete solutions, according to the company's press release. The integrated MOSFETs feature an on-resistance of 0.45 mΩ, which the company states reduces conduction losses by 32% compared to competing solutions.

The device integrates 80 V MOSFETs in a half-bridge configuration, a shunt resistor for current reading, bypass capacitors, and an NTC for temperature sensing. These components are housed in an insulated 30 mm x 22.8 mm transfer-mold FlatPAK HC0 package with an electrically isolated exposed DBC substrate.

The power module operates across a temperature range from -55 °C to +175 °C and meets AQG-324 reliability requirements. The HC0 package design features signal pins and power tabs at different heights, allowing designers to use separate power and signal PCBs that can be stacked to save additional board space.

Samples and production quantities of the VS-HOT200C080 are available with lead times of 13 weeks, the company stated.

Vishay Intertechnology manufactures discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components for automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. The company is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and is a Fortune 1000 Company.

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