CISSOID and EDAG have formed a strategic alliance to accelerate the development of next-generation SiC traction inverters for EVs, and the aim and market impact will be closely watched.
CISSOID & EDAG Group join forces to support the development of SiC Inverters | Automotive World
🟦 CISSOID and EDAG join forces to develop next-generation SiC inverters and evolve the heart of EVs!
CISSOID, a Belgian manufacturer of high-reliability power semiconductors, and EDAG Group, a global engineering company based in Germany, have announced that they are collaborating to develop silicon carbide (SiC)-based traction inverters, which are required at the forefront of the EV market.
CISSOID has a wealth of experience in the development of SiC power semiconductor modules and control solutions. EDAG, on the other hand, specializes in all aspects of engineering, from development to implementation, including EV powertrain design, thermal management, and vehicle integration.
The collaboration between the two companies is expected to enable the rapid market launch of inverter platforms that combine high efficiency, high power density, and high reliability, speeding up EV development and improving design quality.
🟦 Why is the convergence of SiC and EV development important now?
In recent years, the global EV market has continued to grow by more than 20% year-on-year, and the improvement in the performance of traction inverters, which are the core components of the market, has become a factor that affects the cruising range and cost competitiveness of vehicles.
While conventional silicon has its limitations, SiC is attracting attention as a next-generation material that can reduce power loss and make inverters smaller and more efficient. In particular, it has excellent high-speed switching characteristics and heat resistance, making it ideal for automotive applications.
Against this backdrop, the partnership between CISSOID and EDAG is positioned as an innovative breakthrough by mid-tier players, with major semiconductor companies such as STMicroelectronics, Infineon, and ROHM already focusing on the SiC space.
🟦 Summary
The partnership between CISSOID and EDAG will accelerate the development of next-generation SiC inverters, which are indispensable for EV drivetrains, and will make a significant contribution to the evolution of electric mobility.
