1. Home
  2. Press release
Jan 23, 2018 14:00 JST

Source: Showa Denko K.K.

SDK to Re-expand Capacity to Produce High-Grade SiC Epitaxial Wafers

TOKYO, Jan 23, 2018 - (JCN Newswire) - Showa Denko ("SDK"; TSE:4004) has decided to re-expand its capacity to produce high-quality-grade silicon carbide (SiC) epitaxial wafers for power devices, which have already been marketed under the trade name of "High-Grade Epi" (HGE), in addition to currently conducted expansion work of HGE production facilities. After the initial expansion work which is scheduled to be finished in this April, SDK's capacity to produce HGE will be increased from current 3,000 wafers*1 per month to 5,000 wafers per month. After the re-expansion work which is to be finished in September 2018, that capacity will be increased to 7,000 wafers per month.

When compared with the mainstream silicon-based semiconductors, SiC-based power devices can operate under high-temperature, high-voltage, and high-current conditions, while substantially conserving energy. These features enable device manufacturers to produce smaller, lighter, and more energy-efficient next-generation power control modules. In addition to the traditional use as power sources, SiC-based power devices are now replacing conventional silicon-based power devices for on-board use such as inverter modules for railcars, on-board battery chargers and rapid charging stations for EVs, in parallel with rapid expansion of the EV market.

SDK's SiC epitaxial wafer business has been achieving growth rate higher than that of the market because manufacturers of power devices appreciate the lowest incidence of crystal defects and the highest homogeneity of wafers in the world which SDK's HGE achieved. SDK decided this time to conduct re-expansion of its HGE production facilities since the initially expanded HGE production facilities are expected to reach full capacity operation by the middle of 2018.

SDK will continue responding to the demands of the market through establishment of stable supply system of HGE.

*1 This number is based on a conversion into SiC epitaxial wafers for power devices having withstanding voltage of 1,200 V.

Contact:
Public Relations Office
Phone: 81-3-5470-3235
Source: Showa Denko K.K.
Sectors: Electronics, Chemicals, Spec.Chem

Copyright ©2024 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. A division of Japan Corporate News Network.

Related Press Release

Showa Denko Launches Mass Production of 6-inch SiC Single Crystal Wafers
March 28 2022 11:00 JST
 
SDK Corrects Segment Information in 2021 Consolidated Financial Statements
March 11 2022 14:00 JST
 
Showa Denko Group Starts to Consider Transformation into Holding Company Structure
March 09 2022 14:00 JST
 
Showa Denko Decides Firm Name of the Newly Integrated Company
March 09 2022 14:00 JST
 
SDK Announces 2021 Consolidated Financial Results
February 14 2022 13:00 JST
 
SDK to Revise Amount of Director Compensation (in Money) Following Revision of Director Compensation Scheme and to Partially Revise Performance-Linked Stock Compensation Scheme
February 14 2022 13:00 JST
 
Showa Denko Accelerates Search for Optimal Formulation of Semiconductor Materials with Quantum Computing Technology
February 10 2022 12:00 JST
 
Showa Denko Revises Forecast of Consolidated Performance
February 09 2022 15:00 JST
 
New Year Message from Hidehito Takahashi, Showa Denko President and CEO
January 04 2022 13:00 JST
 
Showa Denko Develops HD Media for MAS-MAMR Technology
December 10 2021 12:30 JST
 
More Press release >>

Latest Press Release


JCB enables JCB Contactless acceptance at Taichung MRT in Taiwan
Apr 26, 2024 10:00 JST

Mazda Production and Sales Results for March 2024 and for April 2023 through March 2024
Apr 25, 2024 18:21 JST

MHI Begins Operation of SOEC Test Module the Next-Generation High-Efficiency Hydrogen Production Technology at Takasago Hydrogen Park
Apr 25, 2024 17:45 JST

GAC Honda to Begin Sales of All-new e:NP2, the Second Model of e:N Series
Apr 25, 2024 16:50 JST

Toyota Exhibiting at Beijing Motor Show 2024
Apr 25, 2024 16:25 JST

Honda Reaches Basic Agreement with Asahi Kasei on Collaboration for Production of Battery Separators for Automotive Batteries in Canada
Apr 25, 2024 11:10 JST

UNIQLO Sponsors KAWS + Warhol Exhibition Tour, Starting in Pittsburgh
Apr 25, 2024 09:00 JST

Mitsubishi Power Begins Commercial Operation of Seventh M701JAC Gas Turbine in Thailand GTCC Project; Achieves 75,000 AOH To-Date
Apr 24, 2024 17:19 JST

MC and Denka Sign J/V Agreement in Fullerene Business
Apr 24, 2024 17:02 JST

Mitsubishi Motors Posts Record Sales in the Philippines in FY2023
Apr 24, 2024 13:56 JST

NEC Develops High-speed Generative AI Large Language Models (LLM) with World-class Performance
Apr 24, 2024 13:25 JST

Fujitsu SX Survey reveals key success factors for sustainability
Apr 23, 2024 10:25 JST

Fujitsu and METRON collaborate to drive ESG success: slashing energy costs, boosting productivity with new manufacturing industry solutions
Apr 22, 2024 16:09 JST

NEC Strengthens Commitment to Space Industry with Investment in Seraphim Space Venture Fund II
Apr 22, 2024 15:09 JST

Soft Space Launches the First and Only JCB Payment Gateway in Malaysia
Apr 22, 2024 15:00 JST

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing takes a one-two in Croatian thriller
Apr 22, 2024 10:47 JST

First-ever Mazda CX-80 Crossover SUV Unveiled in Europe
Apr 19, 2024 13:50 JST

Fujitsu develops technology to convert corporate digital identity credentials, enabling participation of non-European companies in European data spaces
Apr 19, 2024 10:17 JST

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and NGK to Jointly Develop Hydrogen Purification System from Ammonia Cracking Gas
Apr 18, 2024 17:01 JST

Toyota Launches All-New Land Cruiser "250" Series in Japan
Apr 18, 2024 13:39 JST
 More Latest Release >>