Discrete Semiconductor Industry Overview
The discrete semiconductor market is fragmented, with several prominent players, such as ABB Ltd, ON Semiconductor Corporation, Infineon Technologies AG, STMicroelectronics NV, Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation, and NXP Semiconductors NV (to be acquired by Qualcomm). The market players strive to innovate advanced and comprehensive products to cater to consumers' complex and evolving requirements.
- March 2024: Infineon introduced the first product in its new advanced MOSFET technology OptiMOS 7 80 V. The IAUCN08S7N013 features a significantly increased power density and is available in the versatile, robust, and high-current SSO8 5 x 6 mm² SMD package. The OptiMOS 780 V offering perfectly matches the upcoming 48 V board net applications. It is designed specifically for the high performance, high quality, and robustness needed for demanding automotive applications like automotive DC-DC converters in EVs, 48 V motor control, for instance, electric power steering (EPS), 48 V battery switches, and electric two- and three-wheelers.
- February 2024: Onsemi unveiled its 1200 V SPM31 Intelligent Power Modules (IPMs), showcasing the cutting-edge Field Stop 7 (FS7) Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) technology. These IPMs, known for their superior efficiency and compact design, boast a higher power density, ultimately translating to a reduced overall system cost compared to their industry counterparts. Leveraging these optimized IGBTs, the SPM31 IPMs find their sweet spot in applications like three-phase inverter drives, notably in heat pumps, commercial HVAC systems, servo motors, and various industrial pumps and fans.
Discrete Semiconductor Market Leaders
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ABB Ltd
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ON Semiconductor Corporation
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Infineon Technologies AG
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STMicroelectronics NV
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Toshiba Corporation
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order