Hitachi Semiconductors implement cutting-edge technology to develop power semiconductors to meet the needs of a variety of market segments. Our broad line of power devices include ultrasound specific HVIC and high voltage monolithic IC, IGBT module and bare die, SiC MOSFET module and bare die, alternator and power and high voltage diodes.
Power Semiconductor Device Division Product Line
Hitachi Power Semiconductors
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Hitachi Power Semiconductors are recognized globally for quality and reliability. The broad product lineup includes:
- IGBT and SiC MOSFET - Including IGBT power modules and bare die, as well as SIC MOSFET power modules and bare die.
Applications include but not limited to, high power traction inverters for locomotives, metros, off-highway vehicles, automotive EV powertrain. Energy including photovoltaic inverters, wind turbine converters and other power grid applications. Marine inverter applications. Industrial drive applications. Modules are offered in industry standard package and form factors as well as Hitachi’s innovative high power density nHPD2 package using advanced Si and SiC technology. Contact us for more details.
- Alternator, Power, High Voltage Diodes – For automotive alternator applications, engine and transmission controls, ICE ignition coils, audio/video infotainment systems, navigation, advanced supplemental restraint systems, etc. Other applications and market segments as well.
- High-Voltage Monolithic IC’s (High Voltage Analog Switch) – single-chip and chip-set solutions for brushless DC (BLDC), synchronous permanent magnet and induction motor drives; motor control gate drivers for IGBT or MOSFET drive output devices; and sine-wave BLDC motor control/drive chip sets
Hitachi Solutions for Ultrasound Applications
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Hitachi Semiconductors Micro Devices, HVMUX high voltage analog switches are market leading and in many ultrasound console and probe applications worldwide. They are also used in non destructive testing equipment. They are ideal for these specific applications which require low power consumption.
- Medical Ultrasound Imaging IC Solutions – Hitachi integrated high-voltage transmitters include octal and quad pulsers which feature low-voltage input logic interface, level translators, MOSFET gate drive buffers, and high-voltage high-current P-channel and N-channel MOSFETs. Active transmit/receive switches, active ground clamps, floating voltage regulators, output blocking high-voltage diodes, noise-cut low-voltage diodes, active output termination, power-on reset function, and thermal protection are incorporated depending on the product. This high density facilitates downsizing and cost reduction
- High Voltage Analog Front End (AFE) Switch Solutions – intended for the replacement of mechanical relays used with ultrasound probes with multiple transducers, these 16-channel devices reduce cost, improve performance and increase reliability
- High Voltage Analog Switches – ideal for ultrasound multiplexer (MUX) applications, multichannel (8ch and 16ch versions available, 32ch under development)
- High Voltage Linear Amplifiers – intended for high-end ultrasound equipment. The unique Hitachi design Class A-B HV ultrasound amplifier helps lower system cost and size by eliminating the need for external transformers and power resistors. Contact Hitachi America for more information.