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NEW RELEASE: TDK adds vibration-resistant axial and soldering-star capacitors for 125 V and upgrades 63 V series

Catinca - TDK — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:13:41 GMT

Because Every Component You Remove Makes the System Better. Designing compact 96 V battery systems isn't only about fitting more power into less space. It's about reducing complexity, improving reliability, and making every cubic centimeter count.Our...(read more)

DC-link capacitors with ultra-low inductance for SiC-based power electronics

Catinca - TDK — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:44:27 GMT

Taming SiC Starts with What You Can't See As switching frequencies increase, parasitic inductance becomes a critical design challenge. Even small amounts of ESL can contribute to voltage overshoots, additional stress on power semiconductors, and redu...(read more)

TDK: System-Oriented Component Design for Industrial Drives

Catinca - TDK — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:24:33 GMT

Variable-Speed Drives All Follow The Same Principle. Until Physics In. At their core, variable-speed drives all do the same thing: they regulate voltage and frequency to operate electric motors efficiently.The principle is straightforward.Desig...(read more)

TDK introduces compact ThermoFuse varistors for surge protection of up to 50 kA

Catinca - TDK — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:05:01 GMT

Downtime Is Expensive. Smart Protection Isn't. With our new MT40 ThermoFuse varistors, we introduce a compact surge protection solution engineered for extreme electrical environments - delivering up to 50 kA peak surge capability in a minimized footp...(read more)

TDK announces two new DC link capacitor series optimized for on-board chargers in electric vehicles

Catinca - TDK — Tue, 26 May 2026 15:07:27 GMT

When 800V Pushes Harder, Stability Becomes a Design Decision. As EV on-board chargers move toward higher voltages and currents, DC link capacitors must deliver uncompromising performance - without increasing system size or complexity.Wit...(read more)

TDK announces the new series of DC-Link film capacitors with high thermal robustness for demanding automotive and industrial power electronics

Catinca - TDK — Thu, 14 May 2026 10:18:11 GMT

Power Density Without Oversizing. Built for +125°C. Next-generation power electronics, whether in xEV traction inverters, onboard chargers, or industrial converters, are pushing DC link designs to their thermal limits. That’s exactly ...(read more)

Silver price hikes! Don’t worry, TDK has the answer

Catinca - TDK — Thu, 07 May 2026 06:07:04 GMT

When Material Costs Spike, Engineering Decisions Matter. Silver prices have surged and with them, the cost and risk profile of conventional piezo designs. But what if the solution isn’t about managing volatility… but eliminating de...(read more)

TDK - Redefining DC Links for Next‑Gen Power Electronics

Catinca - TDK — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:39:55 GMT

85 °C is not enough for next-generation DC Link Design! Power electronics are evolving faster than ever and conventional DC link capacitors are starting to hold engineers back. At the heart of this shift: wide-bandgap semiconductors (like Si...(read more)