Silicon carbide (SiC) suppliers face considerable implications from the growing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). To capitalize on this market expansion, players must invest in creating an ecosystem comprised of OEM partnerships and device capabilities.
Leading SiC IDMs such as STMicroelectronics, Coherent, Wolfspeed and Onsemi are focused on forging design-win partnerships with major automakers to provide them with high-performance SiC power devices for use in electric vehicle inverters, onboard chargers and DC-DC converters.
STMicroelectronics
ST’s comprehensive range of sensing and power technologies serves customers across a range of electronic applications. Their products assist their customers in creating smarter devices which are more energy-efficient, flexible and safer – something often referred to as the fourth industrial revolution.
STMicroelectronics was formed in 1987 through the merger between two well-recognized semiconductor companies: SGS Microelettronica of Italy and Thomson Semiconducteurs of France. Under Pasquale Pistorio as CEO, obsolete manufacturing facilities were closed while an advanced research and development center was set up in Grenoble.
In the early 1990s, the company experienced rapid expansion through acquisitions in Europe and North America. At that time, it ranked among the top ten semiconductor producers worldwide.
STMicroelectronics currently boasts an international network of front-end (wafer fabrication) and back-end (assembly and testing) facilities, with main wafer fabs in Agrate Brianza and Catania, Italy; Crolles Rousset Tours France (CRT) Tours Tours as well as Singapore. Furthermore, assembly/test plants exist in China Malaysia Morocco the Philippines Lecce Naples Egypt Cairo as well.
Coherent
Coherent provides lasers and laser-based systems tailored to advanced applications, meeting customer demands for technical innovation and superior reliability in order to help achieve better results at lower costs. Their products can be found across life sciences, research, manufacturing and more industries.
This company provides an unmatched range of lasers, optics and systems backed up with expert support and world-class service programs. Their portfolio of solid state lasers includes wavelengths, power levels and beam parameters tailored specifically for any application; laser light engines offer simple multi-wavelength systems and machine vision applications; while Raman spectroscopy systems feature increased uptime, faster material identification times, and stronger signals than its competition.
Lasers and optical systems provided by this company are engineered for maximum performance, reliability, and safety. Their beam delivery components ensure consistent laser output from source to work surface ensuring exceptional processing quality and mechanical stability. Furthermore, the company offers manual as well as fully automated laser marking and engraving machines, along with high performance nanosecond laser amplifiers covering UV to IR wavelength range for use in instrumentation or precise materials processing applications.
Wolfspeed
Wolfspeed provides an extensive range of silicon carbide (SiC) power devices and power switching solutions designed to meet the energy-intensive demands of industries, with SiC power semiconductors that are lighter, smaller, more energy-efficient than traditional silicon chips; its broad bandgap technology enabling higher operating temperatures and faster switching frequencies.
Wolfspeed Technologies was originally known as Cree Research until 1987 when they expanded into developing innovative new technologies that make better use of electrical energy. One of their early products included the first blue LED ever produced – an essential component in LED-based lighting applications and other energy-saving initiatives – before transitioning into power switching/RF power devices for automotive, industrial, 5G renewable energy applications as well as aerospace/defense purposes.
Siler City, NC-based Siler City Chemical produces chips for electronic devices like mobile phones, medical equipment, military aircraft and batteries. Under the CHIPS Act, federal investments have been made in its production to secure domestic supply of essential parts like these essential pieces; Additionally, Siler City maintains a Product Stewardship team to minimize restricted materials like lead and cadmium in its products.
Onsemi
ON Semiconductor (Nasdaq: ON) is a designer, manufacturer, and supplier of semiconductor products. Their portfolio encompasses intelligent power and sensing technologies for various industries. Their main focus lies on silicon carbide technology which excels at high temperature/voltage applications compared to traditional silicon. Their products can be found across megatrends including vehicle electrification, 5G infrastructure deployment and industrial automation – each contributing towards megatrend growth.
ON Semiconductor’s revenue comes primarily from selling semiconductor products to distributors and direct customers, product development agreements and manufacturing services agreements, among others.
ON Semiconductor’s executive team boasts experienced professionals from finance, operations and engineering backgrounds who work collaboratively and inclusively within the organization. Together these leaders aim to promote growth while creating an inviting work environment.
ON Semiconductor’s investors include TPG and Motorola. Headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona and competing against Toshiba, Reality AI, Maxim Integrated Products, and NXP Semiconductors; ON Semiconductor holds an excellent employee review score on AmbitionBox of four out of five which measures employee happiness with both culture and benefits offered at work.
Infineon Technologies
Infineon Technologies is an award-winning semiconductor company, designing, developing and producing integrated circuits. Their product offerings include microcontrollers, power semiconductors and DRAM memory. Furthermore, Infineon also provides battery power electronics to manage energy transfer between batteries and devices.
This company provides various Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, from sensor networks and security measures to low-power microcontrollers used in computer monitors, televisions and mobile phones; its Power-PROFET switches can replace traditional electronic relays/fuses while offering up to 42 amps of DC current – making them suitable for automotive applications.
Infineon produces security ICs such as the FingerTIP IC that register fingerprints for identification. These security devices can be used in secure data communications as well as tracking parcels and luggage. They’ve partnered with IBM, Toshiba and Cisco in memory products while Nokia and Motorola provide car components. In 2000, Infineon became embroiled in a patent dispute with Rambus; Rambus sued Infineon both in Virginia and Germany alleging SDRAM violated one or more patents held by Rambus; Infineon counterclaimed and won a favorable ruling against Rambus in 2002.
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