Wolfspeed, Inc., a global leader in silicon carbide technology, today announced a significant industry milestone with the successful production of a single crystal 300 mm (12-inch) silicon carbide wafer. Backed by one of the industry's largest and foundational silicon carbide IP portfolios, comprising more than 2,300 issued and pending patents worldwide, Wolfspeed is pioneering the transition to 300 mm technology, establishing a clear path to future volume commercialization.
This technology advancement represents a major step forward for next-generation computing platforms, immersive AR/VR systems, and high-efficiency, advanced power devices. By expanding silicon carbide to 300 mm, Wolfspeed is unlocking new performance thresholds and manufacturing scalability for some of the world's most demanding semiconductor applications.