Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. has announced the launch of its new automotive grade IHDM inductors, boasting outstanding inductance and saturation stability for use in high power density applications and electric vehicles.

These new inductors are specially designed for filtering, DC/DC converters and noise suppression for both hybrid and electric vehicles. They come in a molded construction, which is about 50% smaller than standard devices. This helps engineers to save space and reduce component counts in their designs.

According to Vishay, the new IHDM inductors feature high-rated current up to 150 A and very low direct current resistance, making them ideal for high-current industrial, telecommunications, and consumer applications. They also allow for efficient power conversion and good EMI performance.

These new inductors are designed to provide excellent saturation performance and stable inductance values over wide current and temperature ranges. They have a saturation current that exceeds 200 A, and their operating temperature range extends up to 155°C.

“With their high current density, excellent inductance stability, and soft saturation characteristics, our automotive grade IHDM devices deliver custom industry-performance, all within a small footprint,” said Ike Trias, Vishay’s vice president of application engineering.

Integrating Vishay’s IHDM inductors into a vehicle design can benefit both automakers and drivers. For automakers, these inductors allow for more compact designs, reducing weight and cost. For drivers, the IHDM inductors provide improved efficiency, performance, and reliability.

As the market for electric vehicles continues to grow, Vishay’s new automotive-grade IHDM inductors are expected to play a significant role in the development of next-generation EVs that are more efficient, reliable, and cost-effective.