Wolfspeed Unveils Silicon Carbide Module to Boost Clean Energy

Durham-based Wolfspeed, Inc., has introduced a silicon carbide power module aimed at improving efficiency in renewable energy, energy storage, and high-capacity fast-charging infrastructure. The 2300V baseplate-less modules, designed for 1500V DC bus applications, use Wolfspeed’s 200mm silicon carbide wafers.

Wolfspeed also announced a partnership with EPC Power, a North American utility-scale inverter manufacturer. EPC Power plans to integrate Wolfspeed’s modules into its solar and energy storage systems. These modules are expected to enhance system efficiency and reduce costs.

“The solar and energy storage market is among the fastest-growing in renewable energy,” said Jay Cameron, Wolfspeed senior vice president and general manager for power. “We aim to create solutions that address energy efficiency, reliability, and scalability.”

Wolfspeed’s 2300V modules offer 15% greater voltage headroom compared to similar silicon carbide modules and reduce switching losses by up to 77% compared to traditional IGBT modules. The company also highlighted the modules’ potential to simplify system design, lower manufacturing costs, and extend system lifetimes.