Overview of SiC power devices and its applications in power electronic converters

Power devices based on Silicon Carbide (SiC) have better performances than its silicon counter-parts on the switch level. This paper describes the current state of the art of SiC devices briefly. Then the applications of SiC devices in several typical applications are given. And the hinder to the broader implementation of SiC devices are discussed. Finally, the perspective of SiC power devices is given.