National Semiconductor, has presented its first in a series, 10 en new SolarMagic integrated circuits (ICs) formulated to simplify design, reduce the cost of manufacturing and to improve the reliability of solar PV systems.
The newly developed ICs can be utilized in a range of PV electronic applications, which includes first full-bridge gate driver to a micropower voltage regulator, in power optimizers, micro-inverters, panel safety systems and charge controllers.
The new SolarMagic ICs manufactured by National Semiconductor are the first to satisfy the photovoltaic renewable energy-grade prerequisites. Each IC is designed to endure the tough extreme cold or severe heat rooftop environments, and is subjected to pass the stringent testing to assure increased dependability needed for such performance. The ICs are designed for long years of operation and formulated to serve longer than the anticipated 25 year life span of the solar PV modules.
SolarMagic ICs as a total design when installed will increase the energy production, lessen the cost per kilowatt-hour, and better the security in junction boxes and in other kind of enclosures.
National Semiconductor is planning to exhibit its full range of SolarMagic ICs at the proposed Intersolar Europe Conference, to be held in Munch, Germany from 8th to 10th June 2011.
Source: http://www.national.com