Magnachip Unveils a New 650V IGBT for Solar Inverters

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Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation (NYSE: MX) introduced a new 650V insulated-gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) for solar inverters on June 17, 2022. This IGBT is designed using advanced field stop trench technology, enhancing current density by 30% compared to prior models and offering a minimum short-circuit withstand time of 5µs. With a maximum operating junction temperature of 175°C, it targets markets requiring high efficiency, such as solar boost inverters. The global market for IGBTs in renewable energy is expected to grow 15% annually from 2022 to 2025, indicating a positive market opportunity for Magnachip.

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• Launch of a new 650V IGBT for solar inverters, enhancing product portfolio.
• Current density improved by 30%, increasing efficiency.
• Targets a growing market expected to expand 15% annually from 2022 to 2025.

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• Company intends to grow its market share in the global solar energy market with the release of this new IGBT

SEOUL, South Korea, June 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation ("Magnachip") (NYSE: MX) announced today that the company has unveiled a new 650V insulated-gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) for solar inverters.

As environmental impacts from climate change are becoming more severe, the use of renewable energy like solar power continues to expand globally to reduce carbon emissions. Omdia, a global market research firm, estimates that the global market for IGBTs in the renewable energy sector will grow 15% annually from 2022 to 2025. In March 2022, Magnachip developed a new 650V IGBT built with advanced "field stop trench technology" for fast switching speed and high breakdown voltages and the company will begin mass production of it this month.

The current density of this new 650V IGBT was improved by 30% compared to the prior generation by adopting the latest technology. This IGBT is also designed to provide a minimum short-circuit withstand time of 5µs and it is optimized for parallel switching because of its positive temperature coefficient. The parallel switching of this IGBT will increase the load current and thus the maximum output power. 

In addition, the 650V IGBT features anti-parallel diodes for fast switching and low switching loss, while guaranteeing a maximum operating junction temperature of 175°C. Based on standards issued by the Joint Electron Device Engineering Council (JEDEC), this new IGBT can be widely used for applications requiring strict power level and high efficiency, such as solar boost inverters and converters, uninterruptible power supplies and universal power inverters.

"Magnachip's first IGBT was introduced in 2013, and since then, we have been committed to developing high-efficiency products for a variety of markets, while strengthening our presence around the world," said YJ Kim, CEO of Magnachip. "With this new product, we are expanding our efforts to deliver high-performance products for the eco-friendly renewable energy market."

Magnachip's IGBT products for the solar energy market

Model	VCES [V]	IC [A] TC=100℃	Package
MBQ75T65P	650V	75A	TO-247
MBQ40T120Q	1200V	40A	TO-247

 

About Magnachip Semiconductor

Magnachip is a designer and manufacturer of analog and mixed-signal semiconductor platform solutions for communications, IoT, consumer, computing, industrial and automotive applications. The Company provides a broad range of standard products to customers worldwide. Magnachip, with more than 40 years of operating history, owns a portfolio of approximately 1,150 registered patents and pending applications, and has extensive engineering, design and manufacturing process expertise. For more information, please visit www.magnachip.com. Information on or accessible through Magnachip's website is not a part of, and is not incorporated into, this release.

CONTACTS:

United States (Investor Relations): Yujia Zhai The Blueshirt Group Tel. +1-860-214-0809 Investor.relations@magnachip.com	USA media / industry analysts: Mike Newsom LouVan Communications, Inc. Tel. +1-617-803-5385 mike@louvanpr.com	Korea / Asia media: Min A KIM Senior manager of Public Relations Tel. +82-2-6903-5223 mina3.kim@magnachip.com

 

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FAQ

What is the new product released by Magnachip on June 17, 2022?

Magnachip announced a new 650V insulated-gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) designed for solar inverters.

How does the new 650V IGBT impact Magnachip's market position?

The new IGBT aims to enhance Magnachip's market share in the growing solar energy sector.

What is the projected growth rate of the global IGBT market through 2025?

The global market for IGBTs in the renewable energy sector is estimated to grow 15% annually from 2022 to 2025.

What technology is used in the new IGBT from Magnachip?

The new IGBT utilizes advanced field stop trench technology for improved performance.

What are the features of the newly launched IGBT?

The new 650V IGBT features improved current density, fast switching, low switching loss, and high operational temperature capabilities.