Control of Signals and Energy

In digital, sustainable factories, analog technology links the physical world to the digital one by capturing, processing, and converting electrical signals from equipment and sensors. Analog chips form the core of every electronic system – from small sensor interfaces and power supplies to robotics and industrial energy storage systems.

Power electronics drive further increases in energy efficiency. Modern converters, motor drives, and solid‑state circuit breakers boost the efficiency of energy‑intensive processes and accelerate industrial decarbonisation as part of industrial electrification.

Efficiency for Charging and Drives

A central element of electric vehicle drives is the traction inverter: it converts battery energy into three-phase motor power and controls speed and torque. Modern inverters operate at 400 V, 800 V and, in future, up to around 1200 V. While IGBT inverters have been widely used, SiC-based power modules are increasingly replacing them at higher voltages. Wide-bandgap (WBG) devices such as SiC and GaN enable more compact, efficient traction inverters and EV charging converters.

Discover EBV’s portfolio of WBG technologies for traction inverters and high-power EV chargers.

Inverters and high/low-side switches integrated into the battery management system (BMS) further enhance overall system efficiency for EV charging and power distribution. EBV’s portfolio includes powerful discrete devices and efficient power modules for electric drives, public charging points, depot chargers and fast-charging corridors.

Efficient inverters and high-power semiconductors are also key for electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Reducing charging time while improving system efficiency is a top priority when designing EV charging stations and charging networks. Solid-state transformers (SSTs), built with SiC power conversion stages, can charge vehicle batteries across different voltage and power classes and connect directly to medium-voltage grids, reducing conversion steps and installation effort.

The EV Charging Infrastructure Designbook provides detailed design and component recommendations – download it here.

As vehicle automation increases, more embedded processors, microcontrollers, application-specific ICs and FPGAs are used in drive control, safety systems and charging stations. Their power supply can be efficiently managed using power management ICs (PMICs), which combine multiple power rails, energy management and sequencing on a single chip.

Compared to discrete configurations (e.g. DC-DC converters and LDOs), PMICs save space and development effort and can meet ASIL and SIL functional safety requirements thanks to built-in safety functions such as voltage monitors and watchdog timers.

Learn more about the benefits of PMICs and explore the corresponding EBV portfolio here.

Efficient Power for a Wide Range of Devices

When designing power supplies for building automation devices, consider reliability, power conversion efficiency and low standby power. Mains-powered AC/DC supplies must be as efficient as possible to minimize heat – especially in compact wall- or ceiling-mounted devices. For battery-powered alarms, low current draw extends battery life and reduces cost savings opportunities.

Smart buildings use many sensors sensitive to voltage fluctuations and electromagnetic interference (EMI) from power converters. Selecting the right power conversion and regulation components requires careful evaluation of all parameters.

For a deeper dive into power supplies, LED drivers and motor drivers, visit our dedicated Analog & Power – Efficient Power for a Wide Range of Devices page.
 

LED Drivers and Human Centric Lighting

LEDs have greatly improved lighting energy efficiency and reduced lifetime costs. LEDs also allow lighting to be individually customized – to interior design, brightness levels, colour temperature and dimming preferences. Modern LED drivers support precise adjustment, enabling new applications such as Human Centric Lighting (HCL), which mimics natural lighting cycles to boost wellbeing and productivity.

Explore our full portfolio of LED drivers.
 

Motor Drivers for Precise Actuator Control

Building automation systems use many actuators – in fans, thermostats, valves and locks. Motor drivers serve as the interface between motors and control units. They regulate current flow through motor windings, enabling precise control of torque, speed and direction. This delivers improved energy efficiency through responsive climate control.

Discover EBV's motor driver range – from integrated drivers with simple control interfaces to smart gate drivers for advanced use cases.

Explore power supply solutions for building automation and street lighting.

Efficient Power for More Productive Systems

To extend the operating time of agricultural robots and drones, efficient power electronics and batteries are key. Better battery life and technologies such as wireless charging also play a vital role. Modern systems often operate at 48 V, 96 V and above, with a power subsystem that can include AC/DC conversion for charging, battery management, DC/DC conversion, multiphase converters, point‑of‑load converters, linear regulators and motor drivers.

EBV Elektronik’s portfolio for smart agriculture solutions.

Explore our portfolio of Si and GaN discretes, power and battery‑management solutions, and motor‑control components to support robust farm technologies and agricultural productivity.

In horticultural lighting, power supply and energy management are equally critical - essential to maximise ROI, reduce total cost of ownership (TCO) and support sustainable agriculture goals. In large‑scale installations, individual drivers for each luminaire increase wiring effort and heat. Centralised power supplies installed outside the controlled environment reduce the number of individual drivers and remove waste heat from the greenhouse.

Learn more about EBV Elektronik’s horticultural lighting solutions. Related NPIs?