Interview
density, 42kW for a single 3U unit, which is rarely seen in the industry. Aſter a parallel connection, the maximum output power can reach up to 10MW+. Tis enables it to handle a wide range of high-voltage and high-current applications. Although it has just been launched, it has already attracted a lot of attention. Another outstanding product I’d like to introduce is the IT2800
SMU. As you see here, it is tiny but mighty. It is actually a 6 in 1 unit, it looks like you buy one source meter, but actually, you get a Voltage Source, a Current Source, a 6 ½ Digital Multimeter (DCV, DCI, ohms), a Battery Simulator, an electronic load and a Pulse Generator. With a current range of 10fA to 10A and a voltage range of 100nV to 1000V, the IT2800 Series provides best-in-class performance for voltage, current sourcing, excellent precision and various test functions. Tese capabilities also make it suitable for a variety of tests including discrete semiconductor devices, passive devices, transient suppression devices, laser diodes, TVS and varistors, etc. Of course, besides the test instruments with high power and
multiple functions, ITECH also provides you with interesting designs that can meet various testing demands, such as the newly arrived product series IT2700 Multi-channel Modular Power System. Te 1U main frame can include up to 8 modules (200W each) or 4 modules (500W each). Different modules can be grouped and synchronised. Te modules could be bidirectional DC power supplies, DC power supplies or regenerative loads. Tey have built-in LAN, USB, CAN, digital I/O and free PC soſtware. It can be widely used in ATE integration in R&D, design verification and manufacturing of DC-DC converters, communication power semiconductors and so on.
Casey: I also want to talk to you a bit more about ITECH’s R&D and product roadmap if you would like to touch on this. Sharon: Of course. In fact, throughout our product development process, we have always adhered to a path of innovation and sustainability. You’ll notice that many of our products are designed to be regenerative, meaning they efficiently feed clean energy back into the grid instead of dissipating it as heat. For example, our bidirectional DC power supplies such as the IT6600C, IT6000B/C, IT-M3900B/C, and even our lower-power models like the IT-M3600/ M3400 series, are all designed with energy regeneration in mind. Tis not only helps our customers save on electricity costs but also achieves eco-friendly and environmental protection. In addition, our testing instruments provide practical solutions
for the renewable energy industry. Take our grid simulators, the IT7900P and IT7900EP series, for example. Tey provide an all- in-one test solution that can be used not only as a grid simulator and four-quadrant power amplifier but also as a four-quadrant regenerative AC/DC electronic load. Te IT7900EP can output up to 21kVA in a single 3U unit, and its power can be extended to 1MVA with a master-slave parallel connection. Tis offers great flexibility for testing and can be widely applied in fields like photovoltaic (PV), energy storage systems (ESS), and electric vehicles (EV). It’s also worth mentioning that our grid simulators are power
regenerative too. So even at high power levels, we maintain an energy-saving approach as well.
Casey: You seem to be very proud of your R&D team. Could you tell me what role R&D plays in ITECH Electronics' growth? Sharon: Yes, of course, R&D is at the heart of everything we do. We have a dedicated team of more than 200 engineers working in our R&D team. Tey always keep the same pace of industry development. Tey always have new ideas to make better products and help engineers optimise their testing jobs. Tis has allowed us to launch multiple industry-leading solutions, solidifying our good reputation in power testing equipment. Innovation is the driving force of ITECH, and R&D is the heart of everything we do.
Casey: I know that quality of service means a lot to you, how do you ensure your products are meeting high-quality standards consistently? Sharon: Quality control is embedded in every stage of our product development and manufacturing process. We adhere to strict international standards and conduct rigorous testing at every step. Additionally, we have implemented a robust NPI (New Product Introduction) process, which allows us to launch reliable and innovative products consistently. We have established our own EMC lab which conforms to European and international standards. Our factory is a typical lean management factory. Every process is traceable and visible, and our products are 100 per cent tested before delivering to our customers. All of these ensure that our RMA rate has consistently remained at a lower level in the industry.
Casey: As we know, every enterprise experiences ups and downs during its development. How has ITECH managed to maintain resilience in the face of global challenges such as the semiconductor shortage in previous periods? Sharon: I’m glad you mentioned that. Te global semiconductor shortage has undoubtedly posed challenges, but thanks to our proactive supply chain management and our relationship with our suppliers, we’ve managed to mitigate the impact. Our ability to adapt quickly and find alternative solutions has allowed us to continue delivering products without significant delays.
Casey: Lastly, what’s next for ITECH Electronics? What can we expect from your company in the future? Sharon: I think I mentioned that innovation technology is the future so we will keep pushing our R&D to have more innovative and competitive products according to the different industry applications. Insisting on 3 to 6 new series each year, in the meanwhile, we will keep focusing on the pillar industries like EV or commercial aviation or semiconductor renewable energy. We will keep our close relationship with our partners to further involve them in the project. Looking ahead, we’ll continue to push the boundaries of
innovation and work together with our partners to strengthen customer support. We’re excited to introduce more groundbreaking products that will help drive these industries forward.
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