CGD and Qorvo Set to Revolutionize Motor Control Solutions
Cambridge GaN Devices (CGD) and Qorvo (QRVO) have partnered to create the PAC5556A + ICeGaN® evaluation kit, combining Qorvo's BLDC/PMSM motor controller/driver with CGD's ICeGaN ICs. The collaboration aims to enhance motor control applications with improved efficiency and power density. The PAC5556AEVK2 achieves 400W peak performance without a heatsink, while PAC5556AEVK3 reaches 800W peak with minimal cooling. The solution targets industrial and home automation applications, particularly in white goods, ceiling fans, refrigerators, compressors, and pumps.
Cambridge GaN Devices (CGD) e Qorvo (QRVO) hanno collaborato per creare il kit di valutazione PAC5556A + ICeGaN®, combinando il controller / driver per motori BLDC / PMSM di Qorvo con gli IC ICeGaN di CGD. Questa collaborazione mira a migliorare le applicazioni di controllo dei motori con una maggiore efficienza e densità di potenza. Il PAC5556AEVK2 raggiunge un picco di prestazioni di 400W senza un dissipatore di calore, mentre il PAC5556AEVK3 raggiunge un picco di 800W con un raffreddamento minimo. La soluzione è destinata ad applicazioni industriali e di automazione domestica, in particolare per elettrodomestici, ventilatori a soffitto, frigoriferi, compressori e pompe.
Cambridge GaN Devices (CGD) y Qorvo (QRVO) se han asociado para crear el kit de evaluación PAC5556A + ICeGaN®, combinando el controlador / controlador de motor BLDC / PMSM de Qorvo con los ICs ICeGaN de CGD. La colaboración busca mejorar las aplicaciones de control de motores con mayor eficiencia y densidad de potencia. El PAC5556AEVK2 alcanza 400W de rendimiento pico sin un radiador, mientras que el PAC5556AEVK3 llega a 800W pico con un enfriamiento mínimo. La solución está dirigida a aplicaciones industriales y de automatización del hogar, especialmente en electrodomésticos, ventiladores de techo, refrigeradores, compresores y bombas.
케임브리지 가닉 장치 (CGD)와 코르보 (QRVO)가 협력하여 Qorvo의 BLDC/PMSM 모터 컨트롤러/드라이버와 CGD의 ICeGaN IC를 결합한 PAC5556A + ICeGaN® 평가 키트를 제작했습니다. 이 협력은 motor control applications의 효율성과 전력 밀도를 향상시키기 위한 것입니다. PAC5556AEVK2는 400W의 피크 성능을 냉각판 없이 달성하며, PAC5556AEVK3는 최소한의 냉각으로 800W의 피크에 도달합니다. 이 솔루션은 산업 및 가정 자동화 응용 프로그램, 특히 백색 가전, 천장 팬, 냉장고, 압축기 및 펌프를 목표로 하고 있습니다.
Cambridge GaN Devices (CGD) et Qorvo (QRVO) se sont associés pour créer le kit d'évaluation PAC5556A + ICeGaN®, combinant le contrôleur/driver de moteur BLDC/PMSM de Qorvo avec les circuits intégrés ICeGaN de CGD. Cette collaboration vise à améliorer les applications de contrôle des moteurs avec une efficacité et une densité de puissance accrues. Le PAC5556AEVK2 atteint une performance de pointe de 400W sans dissipateur thermique, tandis que le PAC5556AEVK3 atteint un pic de 800W avec un refroidissement minimal. La solution vise les applications industrielles et d'automatisation domestique, en particulier pour les appareils électroménagers, les ventilateurs de plafond, les réfrigérateurs, les compresseurs et les pompes.
Cambridge GaN Devices (CGD) und Qorvo (QRVO) haben sich zusammengeschlossen, um das PAC5556A + ICeGaN® Evaluationskit zu entwickeln, das Qorvos BLDC/PMSM-Motorsteuerung/treiber mit CGDs ICeGaN-ICs kombiniert. Die Zusammenarbeit zielt darauf ab, Motorsteuerungsanwendungen mit verbesserter Effizienz und Leistungsdichte zu verbessern. Das PAC5556AEVK2 erreicht 400W Spitzenleistung ohne Kühlkörper, während das PAC5556AEVK3 800W Spitzenleistung mit minimaler Kühlung erreicht. Die Lösung richtet sich an industrielle und häusliche Automatisierungsanwendungen, insbesondere bei weißen Waren, Deckenventilatoren, Kühlschränken, Kompressoren und Pumpen.
- New evaluation kit achieves up to 400W peak performance without heatsink
- Enhanced version reaches 800W peak with minimal cooling
- Integration of essential components reduces BOM costs
- Solution offers improved power efficiency and reduced heat dissipation
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This collaboration between CGD and Qorvo represents a significant technological advancement in motor control solutions, combining CGD's ICeGaN technology with Qorvo's PAC5556A controller. The new evaluation kits achieve impressive performance metrics: up to 400W peak without heatsink and 800W peak with minimal cooling. The integration of essential components like current sense and Miller clamp elements reduces complexity and BOM costs, making it commercially viable.
The technical specifications and efficiency improvements position these solutions strongly for the growing markets of home automation and industrial applications. The ability to operate without heatsinks at high power levels is particularly noteworthy, as it enables more compact designs and improved reliability. However, market adoption will depend on pricing strategy and the ability to scale manufacturing to meet demand.
Collaboration pairs Qorvo’s high-performance BLDC/PMSM motor controller/driver and CGD’s easy-to-use ICeGaN® ICs in new EVKs
ANDREA BRICCONI | CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER, CGD “By combining industry-leading solutions from our two technology-strong companies in this EVK, we are enabling the development of compact, energy-efficient systems with high power density. Unlike other GaN implementations, ICeGaN technology easily interfaces with Qorvo’s PAC5556A motor control IC for seamless high performance in BLDC and PMSM applications.” |
JEFF STRANG | GENERAL MANAGER, POWER MANAGEMENT BUSINESS UNIT, QORVO "Wide-bandgap semiconductors like GaN and SiC are being integrated into motor control applications for the power density and efficiency advantages they offer. CGD's ICeGaN technology delivers ease of use and reliability - two critical factors for motor control and drive designers. Customers are responding enthusiastically when they experience the power of GaN combined with our highly integrated PAC5556A 600V BLDC motor control solution." |
By employing CGD’s latest-generation P2 ICs, the PAC5556AEVK2 evaluation kit with 240 mΩ ICeGaN achieves up to 400W peak performance without a heatsink, whilst the PAC5556AEVK3 with 55 mΩ ICeGaN hits 800W peak with minimal airflow cooling. ICeGaN’s efficiency gains result in reduced power loss, increased power availability, and minimized heat dissipation, enabling smaller and more reliable systems. Because ICeGaN integrates essential current sense and Miller clamp elements, gate driver design is simplified and BOM costs are reduced. This makes the solution easy to implement and price-competitive, as well as high performance.
The PAC5556A + CGD GaN EVKs offer higher torque at low speeds and precise control, making them ideal for white goods, ceiling fans, refrigerators, compressors and pumps. Target markets include industrial and home automation, especially where compact, high-efficiency motor control systems are required. PAC5556AEVK2 and PAC5556AEVK3 are now available to order at Qorvo’s website. Demos will be showcased at CGD’s Electronica booth (C3-539).
About Cambridge GaN Devices
Cambridge GaN Devices (CGD) designs, develops and commercialises GaN transistors and ICs enabling a radical step change in energy efficiency and compactness. Our mission is to bring innovation into everyday life by delivering effortless energy-efficient GaN solutions. CGD’s ICeGaN™ technology is proven suitable for high-volume production, and the company is rapidly scaling up with manufacturing and customer partnerships in place. A fabless enterprise, CGD was spun out from
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