Replacing Silicon Power MOSFETs

Summary

The silicon power MOSFET journey, spanning more than 40 years, taught us that there are four key variables controlling the adoption rate of a disruptive power management technology.

• Does it enable significant new capabilities?
• Is it easy to use?
• Is it VERY cost effective to the user?
• Is it reliable?

In this chapter, and using the information from the earlier chapters, the rapid adoption of GaN transistor and ICs in the replacement of the silicon power MOSFET explained through the prism of these four criteria will be reviewed.