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Comparing SiC vs GaN switches for high-frequency converters

SiC (Silicon Carbide) and GaN (Gallium Nitride) are the two most mature wide-bandgap (WBG) semiconductors that outperform traditional silicon in efficiency, frequency, and power density. Key Comparison: SiC vs GaN for High-Frequency Converters Parameter SiC (Silicon Carbide) GaN (Gallium Nitride) Voltage Rating High (650V–6.5kV)   Medium (30V–900V)   Power Level Medium to High (kW to 100s kW)  Low to Medium (few kW to ~10 kW)  Switching Frequency Up to 500 kHz   MHz to GHz range  Switching Speed Moderate (fast) Ultra-fast (10× faster than SiC)  Conduction Losses Low Very Low / Ultra-Low   Switching Losses Low Ultra-Low   Efficiency High (95–98%) Very High (96–99%)   Temperature Operation Up to 600°C   Moderate (up to 200°C)  Thermal Conductivity 2.5× better than Si   Moderate  Breakdown Voltage 10× higher than Si   Moderate (5× higher than Si) Reverse Recovery Fast Fast / Ultra-fast   System Size Compact ...