Rapid Adoption of Silicon Carbide Semiconducts in EV's
Advantages of Silicon Carbide in Fast Charging EVs
1000v silicon carbide architecture used by BYD to achieve 5 minute charging times (for a 250 mile range)
Higher power conversion efficiency
Reduced heat generation enabling compact designs
Extended battery life through optimized charging
Support for 800V + 1000v architectures
Lower system weight and size
Enhanced thermal performance
Market Adoption
Major Global EV models now utilize SiC technology for superior charging speeds and extended range capabilities.
Tesla Models:
Model 3, Model Y, Model S, Model X, Cybertruck
BYD
Han L, Tan L
Hyundai/Genesis/Kia Models:
Hyundai Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6, Ioniq 9
Genesis GV60, GV70 Electrified, G90 Electrified
Kia EV6, EV9, Niro EV
German Luxury Brands:
Audi e-tron GT, RS e-tron GT, Q4 e-tron, Q6 e-tron, Q8 e-tron
BMW i4, iX, i7, iX3
Mercedes EQS, EQE, EQS SUV, EQE SUV
Porsche Taycan, Macan EV
American Brands:
Ford Mustang Mach-E, F-150 Lightning
Chevrolet Blazer EV, Equinox EV
Cadillac Lyriq, Celestiq
Other Notable Models:
Lucid Air
Polestar 3, Polestar 4
Volvo EX90, EX30