Economic Feasibility Analysis of Vertical High-Voltage 4H-SiC Superjunction MOSFETs Compared to Conventional Counterparts

Abstract:

Vertical high-voltage 4H-SiC superjunction (SJ) MOSFETs have emerged as a superior alternative compared to conventional SiC MOSFET or Si IGBT, as SJ MOSFETs present a better trade-off between specific on-resistance (R_ON,sp) and breakdown voltage (BV). The fabrication of SJ devices requires precise, and multi-step processes, such as multi-epitaxial growth, trench-refill processes, and MeV implantations [3,4,5]. However, these methods increase the overall costs of SJ devices compared to their conventional counterparts, potentially undermining their benefits. This paper compares the chip costs of SJ and conventional MOSFETs at a wide range of BV and current ratings, evaluating the economic feasibility of SJ MOSFETs in 4H-SiC. Our results highlight the potential improvements in SJ fabrication and design to enhance cost-effectiveness, particularly for medium-voltage applications (>3.3kV).

• Periodical: Key Engineering Materials (Volume 1021)
• Pages: 85-93
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/p-KEzKG7
• Online since: September 2025
• Authors: Mohamed Torky*, Woongje Sung
• Keywords: Cost Analysis, Economic Feasibility, Fabrication, SiC Superjunction MOSFETs

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