MEV Elektronik enters strategic partnership with Fortior Technology

Expansion of the portfolio with ​​intelligent motor driver solutions for industry, consumer, medical technology and automotive.

MEV Elektronik Service GmbH, a leading specialist distributor for electronic components and systems, is pleased to announce its new distribution partnership with Fortior Technology Co., Ltd., an innovative manufacturer of integrated motor driver solutions from Shenzhen, China.

Fortior is the biggest motor control design house in Asia and provides complimentary design support for BLDC/PMSM motor control solutions. The expert team works closely with customers to fine-tune and deliver tailor-made solutions for their specific applications.

As part of this partnership, MEV will now assume responsibility for sales and technical support of Fortior’s high-performance products in the DACH region and selected European markets. The goal is to provide customers in the industrial electronics, household appliances, medical technology, and automotive sectors with access to cutting-edge drive technology.

Fortior Technology offers an impressive range of highly integrated motor driver solutions that optimally meet the growing needs of our customers,” explains Guido Gandolfo, Product Line Manager, Motion Control at MEV.

“This partnership enables us to expand our product portfolio in a targeted manner while simultaneously meeting the growing demand for energy-efficient and intelligent motor controls.”

With Fortior, MEV gains a partner with in-depth expertise in the development of BLDC and PMSM driver ICs as well as analog front-end solutions. The products are characterized by compact designs, high reliability, and easy implementation – ideal for modern drive applications.

“We are very pleased to be working with MEV, an established and technically experienced partner in Europe,” says Andrey Chirsov, Sales Manager Europe at Fortior.

“Together, we aim to strengthen the presence of our innovative solutions in the European market and provide customers with comprehensive technical support.”

About  Fortior Tech:

Founded in 2010, Fortior Technology is a leading provider of motor driver and motion control ICs. With deep expertise in motor driver IC technology, Fortior is dedicated to delivering high-performance, reliable solutions for a wide range of motor systems. Our products are widely adopted across diverse industries, including industrial automation, automotive, motion control, power tools, consumer electronics, AI & robotics, IT and communications, and other driver control fields.

Fortior’s mission is to empower innovation through advanced semiconductor solutions, enabling smarter and more efficient motor control worldwide.

www.fortiortech.com/en/

About MEV:

MEV Elektronik Service GmbH is a distributor/ stocking rep. and manufacturers’ representative for electronic components, modules and systems. Special emphasis is placed on optimum technical service and consultation by 15 engineers to support the customers in Germany as well as in Central and Eastern Europe, while concentrating on state-of-the-art applications in leading market segments.

www.mev-elektronik.com/

Contact

If you would like to know more about Fortior, please contact:

Guido Gandolfo
Product Line Manager
Motion Control
+49 5424 2340-57
ggandolfo@mev-elektronik.com

3D Hall sensor IC with low power consumption and high precision

The KTH5701 from Conntek offers solutions for industrial and consumer applications in a small package.

KTH5701 is a digital output 3D Hall sensor chip that integrates three independent Hall sensors for the X, Y, and Z axes. The signal chain uses a high precision operational amplifier and a 16-bit ADC to convert the analog signals into digital outputs. The external host can read the measurement data through SPI or I2C modes. Additionally, the chip integrates a temperature sensor for magnetic field temperature compensation.

KTH5701 supports different measurement modes: continuous sensing mode, wake-up sleep mode, and single measurement mode, making it suitable for various application scenarios. The BUTT_OUT pin is used to detect the button function between the magnet and the chip and can also be configured as a trigger mode to trigger a single measurement.

KTH5701 also integrates the CORDIC algorithm to support plane angle output (XY plane, XZ plane, YZ plane). The amplitude adjustment register greatly facilitates common knob applications in both on-axis and off-axis configurations. It supports magnetic field threshold detection for the selected plane (XY plane, XZ plane, YZ plane), allowing the same chip to detect both knob and button scenarios simultaneously.

KTH5701 features high integration and flexible application, making it widely applicable in various scenarios.

Typical Applications

Product Features

The Evalkit EVM5701 is available for evaluation.

Downloads & Links

Conntek Product Catalog (PDF)

Contact

If you would like to know more about the KTH5701, please contact:

Guido Gandolfo
Product Line Manager
Motion Control
+49 5424 2340-57
ggandolfo@mev-elektronik.com

High-Performance BLDC/PMSM-Motor Control Chip for Demanding Applications

Fortior FU6861: MCU + FOC Motor Engine + 180V gate driver in one.

Fortior Technology, a leading provider of motor control solutions, proudly announced the launch of the FU6861, an innovative dual-core motor control chip designed for applications requiring high speed, efficiency, and reliability.

FU6861 integrates an 8051-microcontroller core with a dedicated Motor Engine (ME), offering a powerful platform for sensorless control of permanent magnet synchronous motors (PMSM). By combining a low-dropout regulator (LDO) and a 6N pre-driver in a single chip, FU6861 provides a compact and cost-effective solution for a wide range of uses.

The short FOC cycle time of 5.6 µs allows even time-critical applications to be implemented without any problems.

Key Features of FU6861:

FU6861 has already received industry recognition and contributes to advancing the development of high-performance motor control chips. With its advanced technology and high level of integration, the chip enables manufacturers to design powerful and energy-efficient products that meet growing market demands.

A corresponding evaluation board is available for quick evaluation. Fortior provides a free toolchain for programming the MCU.

Contact

If you would like to know more about FU6861 from Fortior, please contact:

Guido Gandolfo
Product Line Manager
Motion Control
+49 5424 2340-57
ggandolfo@mev-elektronik.com

Compact, simple and universal

The modules from SOLO Motor Controllers enable the easy application of modern technologies for controlling motors.

SOLO Motor Controllers presents a family of compact FOC motor controllers that can drive and control various types of electric motors such as DC brushed motors, BLDC, PMSM and EC coreless motors on a single platform. The power ranges from 11A to 92A at 40V to 60V. The modules are equipped with state-of-the-art technologies such as a dual-core parallel processing architecture and are very user-friendly. The parameterization is done intuitively using the „Motion Terminal“ software, which runs in the browser regardless of the system.

The SOLO controllers named PICO, MINI, UNO and MEGA support sensor-based and sensorless FOC algorithms for torque, speed and position control. Digital Hall sensors or ABN quadrature encoders can be connected as feedback. There are also digital and analog inputs and outputs as well as active security measures to protect the applications from unforeseen behavior. Parameterization and control takes place either via USB, UART or CAN.  The CANopen protocol is implemented according to CiA DS301. For easy implementation, there are example codes for Arduino, Phyton, C++, SimTools and Simulink.

Downloads & Links

SOLO PICO (11,5A / 58V)

SOLO MINI (16A / 40V)

SOLO UNO (22,5A / 58V)

SOLO MEGA (92A / 60V)

Contact

If you would like to know more about the SOLO Motor Controllers, please contact:

Guido Gandolfo
Product Line Manager
Motion Control
+49 5424 2340-57
ggandolfo@mev-elektronik.com

Highly precise and extremely robust

High-resolution absolute encoders from Netzer Precision.

In addition to an extremely flat design, the capacitive hollow shaft encoders also offer very good EMC and are suitable for harsh environments.

Features:

Due to their properties, Netzer’s Electric Encoders™ are very well suited for the following applications / markets:

The following product series are currently available:

VLX-series: Hollow Shaft Capacitive Absolute Encoders (25…247mm), Robotics and Automation

VLP-series: Hollow Shaft Capacitive Absolute Rotary Encoders (25…247mm), Harsh Environment

VLT-series: Hollow Shaft Capacitive Absolute Rotary Encoders (25…247mm), Extreme Temperature (-55°C – +125°C)

VLZ-series: Hollow Shaft Capacitive Absolute Rotary Encoders (105…175mm), Aluminum Housing

VLM-60: Hollow Shaft Capacitive Absolute Encoder (60mm), Multi Turn

VLS-series: Hollow Shaft Capacitive Absolute Rotary Encoders (25…247mm), LEO Space

DS-series: Hollow Shaft Capacitive Absolute Encoders (16…130mm), Polymer Encapsulated

DL-series: Capacitive Absolute Rotary Shaft Encoders (25 & 66 mm)

You can get more information by clicking on the series or the pictures!

Downloads

Productcatalog (PDF, EN)

For questions please contact:

Guido Gandolfo
Product Line Manager, Motion Control
+49 5424 2340-57
ggandolfo@mev-elektronik.com

Altum RF Achieves ISO 9001 registration for the Sydney Design Center 

Certification of quality management system expanded to the Sydney Design Center 

 EINDHOVEN, NETHERLANDS – March 5, 2025 – Altum RF, a leading supplier of high-performance RF to millimeter-wave semiconductor solutions for next-generation markets and applications, is proud to announce the expanded scope of its ISO 9001:2015 registration for its quality management system. In addition to its headquarters in Eindhoven, The Netherlands, Altum RF’s design center in Sydney, Australia, has now also achieved ISO 9001 certification. This milestone underscores the company’s commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable, and high-performance semiconductor products, while maintaining excellence across design, development, manufacturing, and sales processes. 

“This is another significant achievement for our Sydney Design Center,” said Tony Fattorini, VP of Engineering at Altum RF and Manager of the Sydney office. “For years, our team has developed custom and catalog products with a strong focus on the quality and predictability of our designs. Successfully passing the ISO 9001:2015 certification audit without any findings is a great confirmation that our processes and procedures are well-structured and effective.” 

“We are very proud to mark another important milestone in the growth of our quality management system,” stated Greg Baker, CEO of Altum RF. “This expanded ISO 9001:2015 certification not only reflects our company’s strategic growth and expansion but also reinforces our status as a trusted and reliable supplier of semiconductor solutions.” 

The ISO 9001:2015 certification was awarded by TÜV Nederland, a part of the international TÜV NORD GROUP, a global leader in quality systems certification with over 100 years of experience. TÜV NORD operates in more than 70 countries and is renowned for its rigorous standards in certifying quality management systems. 

For more information about Altum RF and its products, visit www.altumrf.com

Cavli alternatives for Quectel and u-blox

You have certainly heard about the challenges in the mobile communications module market and may even be affected yourself. The manufacturer u-blox is discontinuing its product line for mobile communications modules. Furthermore, Chinese manufacturers of communication modules in the USA are subject to trade restrictions for certain industries and applications.

We would therefore like to support you with these challenges. Our partner Cavli offers various alternatives for mobile communications modules. Some of these are pin-to-pin compatible and some are functionally compatible (not pin-to-pin).

Below you will find a selection of alternative product suggestions.

Cavli Alternativen 100% pin-to-pin compatible with Quectel

Quectel EC21 / EG21 (MDM9207 Chipset)

Quectel EC25 / EG25 (MDM9207 Chipset)

Quectel SC200E (QCM2290 Chipset)

Further Cavli alternatives to Quectel (not pin-to-pin compatible, but similar function)

Quectel BG95/ EG915U / EG915Q

Cavli alternatives to u-blox (not pin-to-pin compatible, but similar function)

u-blox Lexi-R10 (QCX216 Chipset)

u-blox Lara-R6 (MDM9207 Chipsatz)

u-blox Lara-L6 (MDM9207 Chipsatz)

We would also be happy to discuss your exact requirements with you in order to consider other alternatives and options if necessary.

If you are interested or have any questions, just contact us!

Wolfspeed Unveils Cutting-Edge Silicon Carbide Module Solution to Boost Clean Energy Capacity

Innovative 2300V modules utilize 200mm silicon carbide technology to deliver energy efficiency for various applications, including renewable energy, energy storage, and high-capacity fast-charging infrastructure

Company announces partnership with EPC Power, a premier utility-scale inverter manufacturer

Wolfspeed, Inc. (NYSE: WOLF), the global leader in silicon carbide technology, today unveiled a silicon carbide module designed to transform the renewable energy, energy storage, and high-capacity fast-charging sectors through improved efficiency, durability, reliability, and scalability. The 2300V baseplate-less silicon carbide power modules for 1500V DC Bus applications were developed and launched utilizing Wolfspeed’s state-of-the-art 200mm silicon carbide wafers.

The 2300V baseplate-less silicon carbide power modules for 1500V DC Bus applications were developed and launched utilizing Wolfspeed’s state-of-the-art 200mm silicon carbide wafers.

Wolfspeed also announced today that it is partnering with EPC Power, a premier North American utility-scale inverter manufacturer. EPC Power will be employing the Wolfspeed® modules in utility-grade solar and energy storage systems, which offer a scalable high-power conversion system and high-performance controls and system redundancy.

“The solar and energy storage market remains among the fastest-growing segments of the renewable energy industry. As the pioneers of silicon carbide, we are driven to create solutions that will open the door to a new era of modern energy,” said Jay Cameron, Wolfspeed Senior Vice President and General Manager, Power. “Energy efficiency, reliability, and scalability are top of mind for our customers, such as EPC Power, who recognize the substantial advantages Wolfspeed’s silicon carbide brings to the table.”

“Silicon carbide devices open the door to a step-change in inverter performance and reliability. With our commitment to extreme reliability, performance, and security in our new ‘M’ inverter while also forging a deep commercial relationship with key suppliers, Wolfspeed was the obvious choice,” said Devin Dilley, President and Chief Product Officer, EPC Power.

With mounting global investment in renewable energy, the solar energy market is estimated to reach a $300 billion market capitalization by 2032.[1] According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), 2024-25 will see the highest energy demand growth rate since 2007, reinforcing the need for efficient and reliable clean power.[2] Wolfspeed’s silicon carbide solution helps bridge this crucial gap, supporting the next era of modern energy technologies while reinforcing U.S. clean energy manufacturing leadership.

Cameron continued, “This platform further validates our investments in 200mm wafer technology and production as the potential of silicon carbide continues to be recognized by industry leaders across all mission-critical applications.”

Click here to learn more about Wolfspeed’s partnership with EPC Power.

Industry Leading Switching Performance

Wolfspeed’s 2300V modules will improve system efficiency, while reducing the number of passive components. They offer 15% greater voltage headroom compared to similar silicon carbide modules, improved dynamic performance with consistent temperature stability, and a substantial reduction in EMI filter size. Wolfspeed’s technology achieves a 77% reduction in switching losses over IGBTs and a 2-3x reduction in switching losses for silicon carbide devices intended for 1500V applications.

Market Scalability Through Design Simplification

2300V silicon carbide modules will allow system designers to leverage lower cost printed circuit boards to cut manufacturing costs and significantly reduce development time compared to legacy bus bar solutions.Furthermore, Wolfspeed’s 2300V modules will enable the industry to adopt the two-level topology, resulting in simplified system design and reduced driver count compared to IGBT-based three-level configurations. The benefits of 2300V modules support a building block approach to easily scale power tenfold, from kilowatts to megawatts.

Prolonged System Lifetimes & Durability

Wolfspeed’s 2300V silicon carbide modules will allow customers to further enhance the lifetime and durability of their systems. This is achieved through an optimized Failure in Time rate for continuous 1500V DC operation and improved cosmic ray susceptibility compared to a 2000V design. When used in a two-level implementation, 2300V modules reduce the amount of potential single points of failure across the system.

Visit our website for additional information about technical specifications of Wolfspeed’s pioneering 2300V module technology.

About Wolfspeed, Inc.

Wolfspeed (NYSE: WOLF) leads the market in the worldwide adoption of silicon carbide technologies that power the world’s most disruptive innovations. As the pioneers of silicon carbide, and creators of the most advanced semiconductor technology on earth, we are committed to powering a better world for everyone. Through silicon carbide material, power modules, discrete power devices and power die products targeted for various applications, we will bring you The Power to Make It Real™. Learn more at www.wolfspeed.com.

EPC flips the switch on modular, reliable grid-scale energy storage

For decades the power grid has served as a reliable conduit for electricity between power producers and consumers, seamlessly delivering electricity with the flip of a switch. Increasing demand for electricity created from renewable sources, including solar and wind, creates new challenges for the existing power grid including integrating energy storage to ensure sufficient electricity during peak use times.

EPC Power, a premier utility-scale inverter manufacturer offering cutting edge power conversion solutions, has partnered with Wolfspeed to create a solution to the energy storage challenge. Utilizing the power of silicon carbide, “M” is the industry’s first utility-scale string-style inverter that makes grid-tied energy storage more efficient, reliable, and scalable than ever before.

Challenge

  • Create an energy storage inverter with industry-leading efficiency and power density
  • Design a modular system that addresses a wide range of power and voltage levels with a single inverter building block
  • Ensure system is low maintenance, easily serviced and mass produceable for rapid global deployment

Solution

  • Partnership between two innovative companies to design the 2300 V Wolfspeed WolfPACK™ power module into EPC Power’s novel energy storage solution

Innovation

  • “M” Inverter – the industry’s first modular string-style central inverter optimized for battery-based energy storage systems
  • Grid-ready flexible inverter covering a wide range of power and voltage levels delivering industry-leading efficiency and power density
  • Low maintenance and service needs
  • Easily mass produced to rapidly deploy a solution on a global scale

‘M’ is for Modularity

Traditional energy storage systems use central inverters in power conversion. These monolithic devices operate at 4-6 megawatts and are prone to downtime due to the system size and complexity. Central inverters are further taxed when storing significant loads of renewable energy for extended periods of time.  EPC’s “M” inverter combines the flexibility of string-style inverters typically seen in residential and commercial solar systems, with the scale necessary to power entire cities with renewable energy.

Using a modular approach “M” enables customized central-style inverters by connecting multiple small inverters. “M” inverters are significantly smaller with fewer passive components, have a wide AC and DC operating range and offer world-class power density. The “M” modular system is easier to install and maintain than central inverters and delivers superior up-time with fewer points of failure.

“M” bridges the gap between two inverter architectures creating stable and reliable battery storage at a significantly higher voltage level. By breaking energy into smaller blocks, power companies can design inverter systems to better match specific needs at specific energy storage sites.

The Key to Innovation

“Technology unlocks business opportunity. Silicon carbide is a tool and if you can glean the benefits from it in the system you can make a paradigm shift in technology. Wolfspeed SiC is enabling EPC to make a paradigm shift in how energy is created and stored globally.”

Devin Dilley
President & Chief Product Officer, EPC

EPC knew leveraging the unique benefits of silicon carbide was key to unlocking reliable energy storage at the grid-level. Wolfspeed’s new 2300 V silicon carbide Wolfspeed WolfPACKTM power module was designed specifically for 1500 V bus applications and enabled the shift from a typical three-level architecture to a simplified 2-level power conversion system. This solution significantly cut development time and cost by moving the system design from a legacy bus bar to lower cost PCBs.

Figure 1 compares a complex 3-level NPC system architecture that utilizes 1200 V IGBTs to the drastically simplified 2-level system utilizing the 2300 V WolfPACK power module.
The simpler 2-level system has a reduced driver count and control complexity, along with improved scalability.

SiC module’s switching performance enabled EPC to dramatically scale down the size of “M,” reducing the number of passive components and overall system cost.  This innovation makes installation and maintenance easier creating the industry’s first inverter optimized for utility-scale battery energy storage.

EPC worked closely with Wolfspeed experts to prolong the “M” system’s lifetime by maximizing the 2.3 kV WolfPACK’s 7-8x reduction in cosmic ray FIT compared to a similar 2 kV device. Capitalizing on this feature enables M’s longer lifetime and higher reliability which directly translates to less field failures and lower maintenance costs.

The Power of Partnership

As the creator of the world’s most advanced silicon carbide semiconductor technology, Wolfspeed provides hands-on support throughout the design process to help customers maximize the benefits of silicon carbide. This philosophy guides Wolfspeed’s partnerships with innovators in the marketplace and enables the world’s most disruptive technologies.

“EPC and Wolfspeed’s philosophies align so well. How can you not partner with the company that pioneered the commercialization of silicon carbide and is years ahead of the competition?”

Adam Kabulski
Vice President, Global Sales & Marketing, EPC

“Wolfspeed and EPC came to the table, rolled up their sleeves and got to work,” said Jay Cameron, Vice President and General Manager for Wolfspeed Power. “I am impressed with EPC’s level of ambition and capability, pushing all of us to move efficiently toward the launch of products that revolutionize the grid and provide a more sustainable future for us all.”

About EPC

EPC Power is a leading provider of power conversion solutions, specializing in utility-grade solar and storage inverters. With a commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, EPC Power delivers reliable and scalable solutions to meet the evolving needs of its customers. For more information, visit www.epcpower.com.

16-bit low error absolute angle Hall sensor IC

Conntek presents the KTH7801, an affordable and universal
absolute angle Hall sensor IC that stands out from the competition.

The KTH7801 can cover a wide range of applications thanks to its advanced technology and flexible configuration options.

The KTH7801 offers impressive resolution of up to 16 bits, enabling accurate angle measurements in both on-axis and off-axis configurations. With the ability to handle a speed range of 0 to 120,000 rpm, it delivers fast and precise angle outputs – ideal for applications that place the highest demands on angle measurement and speed control.

Flexible angular output modes for versatile applications

The KTH7801 supports various output options to enable easy integration into different systems:

In addition, the KTH7801 can also represent angles via a PWM output, where the duty cycle represents the angle value.

The KTH7801 is equipped with advanced features that make its integration and use easier:

Robust, versatile and powerful

The KTH7801 combines precise angle measurement with digital signal output. Its integrated Hall element and the analog-to-digital converters generate highly accurate digital angle data, which is further processed and filtered by an ATAN module. With support for zero point adjustments, rotation direction adjustment and more, optimal accuracy is ensured.

The versatile design of the KTH7801 makes it the ideal choice for a wide range of applications in industrial automation, robotics, motor control and measurement technology.

The Evalkit EVM7801 is available from MEV stock.

Downloads & Links

Conntek Product Catalog (PDF)

Link to the product page & datasheet

Contact

If you would like to know more about the KTH7801, please contact:

Guido Gandolfo
Product Line Manager
Motion Control
+49 5424 2340-57
ggandolfo@mev-elektronik.com