Scalable traction inverter reference design for LEVs

Arrow Electronics, in collaboration with Vishay eMobility, has launched a low-voltage traction inverter reference design tailored for light electric vehicles (LEVs).

This reference design addresses the increasing demand for sustainable, energy-efficient urban transportation solutions, including e-bikes, e-scooters, and compact commercial and agricultural vehicles.

Built on NXP’s S32K3xx MCU platform and Vishay’s advanced power board, the design provides a complete hardware and embedded software solution supporting functional safety and pre-compliance with IEC61508 standards. Optimised for 48V, 72V, and 96V applications, the modular and scalable architecture supports power rating up to 3kW – making it excellent for a range of next-generation LEVs.

“Our new LEV Traction Inverter reference design highlights eInfochips’ deep domain expertise in electrification and embedded systems,” said Philipp Mai, global engineering director – automotive and transportation at Arrow Electronics. “By working with Vishay eMobility, we have combined leading-edge power components with robust integration platforms to enable faster prototyping, reduce design risk and accelerate time-to-market for LEV manufacturers.”

“Designed for light electric mobility applications scalable from 48V to 96V systems, the design – featuring eInfochips’ Power Control Unit and Vishay’s advanced transfer-moulded MOSFET half-bridge technology – delivers a compact and high-performance solution,” said Massimo Carbone, senior director eMobility applications at Vishay. “This collaboration is a testament to what’s possible when industry leaders come together to drive innovation in the rapidly evolving eMobility space.”

The reference design empowers architects and powertrain engineers to overcome technical challenges in e-mobility, helping bring safer, smarter and more sustainable vehicles to the market faster.