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Solid-state transformers’ path from concept to common

What happened

Three solid-state transformer startups raised $280 million, while major industry players invest in the technology. This shift towards 800V DC data center distribution relies on Wide-Bandgap semiconductors like SiC and GaN.

Impact and signal

Low impactImpact score: 15/100

Affected components and suppliers

SiCGaNSolid-State Transformer (SST)

DG MatrixAmperesandHeron PowerABBHitachiSiemens

SSTSiCGaNData CenterInvestment800V DC

Source and time

Source: Power Electronics News · 4/14/2026 · View original source

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Solid-state transformers’ path from concept to common

What happened

Impact and signal

Affected components and suppliers

Source and time

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