Transphorm: High-Performance GaN Power Conversion Solutions

Transphorm, Inc. (Nasdaq: TGAN), the global leader in Gallium Nitride (GaN) power conversion products for the new generation of power systems, has announced the launch of a high-performance, cost-effective driver solution tailored for electronic components. This cutting-edge design caters to mid-to-low power applications, serving industries such as LED lighting, charging systems, micro-inverters, UPS, and desktop computers. By bolstering its value proposition to customers in the $3 billion power market, Transphorm strengthens its position as the preferred supplier.

Unlike competing e-mode GaN solutions that necessitate custom driver configurations or gate protection components for level-shifting circuits, Transphorm's SuperGaN® FET stands out for its compatibility with commercially available drivers. This seamless integration simplifies the driving process and provides customers with cost advantages when employing Transphorm devices. The newly introduced solution incorporates a high-speed, non-isolated, high-voltage half-bridge gate driver that achieves significant reductions in overall system costs without compromising the performance of the GaN FET or the system as a whole.

Philip Zuk, Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing at Transphorm, commented, "Our normally-off GaN platform seamlessly integrates with widely recognized off-the-shelf drivers, making it highly suitable and sought-after in the market. The ability to select drivers based on specific requirements offers a significant advantage to our customers. By tailoring their driver choices to prioritize different performance aspects, they gain enhanced control over the costs associated with their power systems. This is particularly valuable in price-sensitive end markets. Leveraging Transphorm's GaN technology, which delivers superior performance, customers can optimize their Bill of Materials (BOM) to achieve exceptional cost-effectiveness while meeting their desired performance goals."

Transphorm also recommends a range of other drivers that excel in high-power applications, offering features such as high-rated isolation voltage for driving signals from control to output, low latency, fast turn-on/off capabilities, and programmable dead time.

Applications with mid-to-low power requirements, including power adapters, laptop chargers, LED lighting, as well as charging systems for bicycles and tricycles, often prioritize cost sensitivity. These products typically do not necessitate advanced functionalities like safety isolation, and adopting sophisticated drivers may inadvertently inflate the BOM costs.