Analog IC

Understanding Compound Semiconductors

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Understanding Compound Semiconductors

Compound semiconductors have excellent performance and a broad development prospect. Compound semiconductors mainly refer to second and third generation semiconductors such as Gallium Arsenide (GaAs), Gallium Nitride (GaN), and Silicon Carbide (SiC). Compared to the first generation of elemental semiconductors, they are significantly superior in high-frequency and high-temperature performance. Gallium Arsenide: It features high frequency, … Read more

Key Analog Signal Chain Products in IoT Applications

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Key Analog Signal Chain Products in IoT Applications

Image Source: Sashkin/stock.adobe.com In June of this year, the semiconductor industry released two noteworthy pieces of news: First, IC Insights mentioned in its May release of the (2022 McClean Report) Q2 update that in 2021, Texas Instruments (TI) maintained its position as the world’s leading analog IC supplier with $14.1 billion in analog sales and … Read more

SGM832: 36V, 16-Bit Current, Voltage, Power Monitoring Chip

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SGM832: 36V, 16-Bit Current, Voltage, Power Monitoring Chip

Keywords: Power Monitoring; I2C and SMBus Compatible; Alarm Function SG Micro Corp has launched the SGM832 monitoring chip, which can be used for monitoring voltage, current, and power in power supply systems. The chip is compatible with I2C and SMBus interfaces and can simultaneously monitor differential voltage and bus power voltage. The chip integrates flexible … Read more

Market Cooling, Price Increases Retreating: Is Overcapacity Coming?

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Market Cooling, Price Increases Retreating: Is Overcapacity Coming?

Author: Guo Ziwen Since the beginning of this year, there have been numerous discussions about the “coming winter” of the semiconductor market. From weak terminal demand to high inventory levels, and then to layoffs and hiring freezes, various organizations and chip manufacturers have been sending signals of market recession, issuing warnings to the semiconductor supply … Read more