TDK Corporation has launched the HVC50, a high-voltage dc contactor engineered for the safe and reliable connection or disconnection of lithium-ion batteries in electric vehicle (EV) traction systems, megawatt-charging systems (MCS), and energy … [Read more...]
New partnership advances dry battery electrode technology
AM Batteries, a dry battery electrode (DBE) technology expert, has entered a joint development agreement with TDK Corporation, a global electronics provider, to pave a path toward energy-efficient battery manufacturing. The partnership aims to … [Read more...]
New gate driver SoC supports more efficient EV subsystems
TDK Corporation is extending the power capability of its Micronas HVC 5x embedded motor controller family with the new high-voltage microcontroller (HVC) 5481G for automotive applications. The HVC 5481G is a programmable gate driver system-on-chip … [Read more...]
New sensors for EV powertrain cooling applications
TDK Corporation has launched the B58101A0851A000, the first in a new line of immersion temperature sensors (ITS) designed specifically for electric vehicle (EV) powertrain cooling applications. This highly responsive, fully sealed NTC thermistor … [Read more...]
Low-capacitance transformers enable more efficient EV power systems
TDK Corporation has unveiled the EPCOS EP9 series, a more compact alternative to the existing E10EM surface-mount transformers designed specifically for IGBT and FET gate driver circuits. Engineered for high performance in demanding e-mobility and … [Read more...]
Compact EMI suppression capacitors support EV on-board chargers
TDK Corporation recently introduced the EPCOS B3292xM3/N3 series of X2 EMI suppression capacitors, designed to support high-reliability applications, including automotive on-board chargers (OBCs) and industrial energy storage systems. These … [Read more...]
New Pb-free NTC thermistors ideal for EV battery packs
TDK Corporation has introduced the L862 (B57862L) and L871 (B57871L) NTC thermistors, designed for a variety of applications, including electric vehicle (EV) battery packs. These thermistors offer reliable temperature measurement within a range of … [Read more...]
New high-voltage contactors for EV and dc charging applications
TDK Corporation has announced two new additions to its high-voltage contactor portfolio for harsh environments: the HVC43MC with integrated mirror contact and the HVC45 with enhanced short-circuit current handling capability. These new contactors … [Read more...]
New common-mode chokes for high-current systems
TDK Corporation has launched the EPCOS SurfIND series, a new range of current-compensated ring-core double chokes for high currents and surface mounting (ordering code: B82725S2*A/B). SurfIND offers an SMD solution for those who rely on reflow … [Read more...]
New varistors offer sustainable over-voltage protection for EV systems
TDK Corporation has announced the release of five new SMD multilayer varistors (MLVs), marking an industry first with a reduced carbon (CO₂) footprint while meeting rigorous automotive qualification standards. These components are the first in … [Read more...]
MEMS sensors enhance ADAS and safety applications
TDK Corporation is further extending its InvenSense SmartAutomotive MEMS sensor family with the IAM-20685HP and IAM-20689 second-generation six-axis IMUs for automotive safety applications. Both devices deliver reliable motion data for … [Read more...]
Introducing a modular dc link capacitor designed for xEV traction inverters
TDK Corporation has introduced the xEVCap, a standardized and modular dc link capacitor design for powertrain inverters in passenger cars, commercial and off-highway vehicles, and machinery tools. Typically, such capacitor designs are fully … [Read more...]
Expanded capacitor series ideal for EV applications
TDK Corporation has expanded its line of CeraLink capacitor series B58043 in the EIA 2220 footprint by adding two new 900-V types -- one with standard termination (B58043I9563M052) and another with soft termination (B58043E9563M052). As electric … [Read more...]
TDK to showcase sensors and fast-charging tech at the Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Expo
TDK Corporation has announced its upcoming participation at the Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology Expo. TDK will present its latest solutions from TDK Corporation of America and TDK-Lambda Americas for electric vehicles, fast charging, and … [Read more...]
Fast EV charging startup gets a boost from investment
TDK Corporation announced that subsidiary TDK Ventures has invested in battery and charging system innovator Exponent Energy and its reimagining of EV battery technology, tailor-made for the Indian last-mile logistics market. Coming fresh off helping … [Read more...]
TDK supporting Faction as it redesigns urban transportation
TDK Corporation, a global provider of electrification solutions, announced that subsidiary TDK Ventures is leading the latest round of financing in driverless-technology developer Faction. Currently joining them as co-investors are Ducera Partners, … [Read more...]