IC-Components

The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) recently announced that global semiconductor sales for Q3 2024 reached $166 billion, representing a 23.2% year-over-year increase and a 10.7% quarter-over-quarter increase. Global sales in September 2024 totaled $55.3 billion, up 4.1% from $53.1 billion in August. More: https://lnkd.in/g8WEk7u7

EL9111ILZ is a high-performance differential receiver and equalizer designed for interfacing high-speed signals. Brand and Manufacturer EL9111ILZ Intersil (a Renesas Electronics Company). EL9111ILZ Features Differential receiver for high-speed data signals. Capable of handling frequencies up to 150 MHz. 28-VFQFN package with exposed pad for optimal thermal performance. Operates over a wide temperature range of -40°C to 85°C. Lead-free and RoHS-compliant. Moisture sensitivity level: MSL 3 (168 hours). Ideal for differential signal equalization in high-speed communication systems. EL9111ILZ Working Principle Processes incoming differential signals to ensure accurate data integrity through signal equalization and noise immunity enhancement. EL9111ILZ Size Shape and Packaging Package: 28-VFQFN Exposed Pad. Mounting Type: Surface mount. Packaging Method: Tube. EL9111ILZ Core Technical Parameters Supply Voltage: 5V. Number of Drivers/Receivers: 0/3. Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to 85°C. Moisture Sensitivity Level: MSL 3. EL9111ILZ Reliability and Longevity Designed for robust performance in demanding environments with high reliability and long lifecycle. EL9111ILZ Precautions for Use Handle with care to prevent moisture absorption; follow MSL 3 requirements. Ensure proper heat dissipation using the exposed pad on the PCB. Verify voltage levels to avoid supply over-stress. EL9111ILZ Practical Application Areas High-speed data communication systems. Signal equalization in networking and telecommunications. Differential signal processing in industrial systems. EL9111ILZ Substitutes and Equivalent Products Explore compatible devices from Texas Instruments and Analog Devices based on similar parameters. Comparable models: Check ISL products from Intersil. More: https://lnkd.in/gDFJcYck

According to new legal documents, OpenAI once considered acquiring Cerebras, an AI chip manufacturing company now on the verge of going public. More: https://lnkd.in/gtnuvaUz

TSMC's board of directors has approved a budget of approximately $15.48 billion, primarily allocated for new fab construction, facility system installations, and advanced node capacity deployment. More: https://lnkd.in/gM8WYGyx

Compact, high-efficiency SCR designed for specialized IC applications. Suitable for sensitive gate triggering with stable performance across a range of environmental conditions. TS110-8UF Brand and Manufacturer STMicroelectronics (ST) TS110-8UF Features Sensitive gate triggering for low-power applications RoHS compliant and lead-free Stable operation in wide temperature range from -40°C to 125°C Surface mount package for efficient PCB assembly High tolerance to surge currents with max rating of 20A/21A TS110-8UF Working Principle Operates as a silicon-controlled rectifier (SCR) with sensitive gate triggering. Allows controlled rectification in AC applications by using a small gate current to switch high voltages. TS110-8UF Size, Shape, and Packaging Package Type: DO-221AA, SMB Flat Leads Device Package: SMBflat-3L Packaging: Supplied in Tape & Reel (TR) for automated assembly TS110-8UF Core Technical Parameters Maximum On-State Voltage (Vtm): 1.6V Off-State Voltage: 800V Gate Trigger Voltage (Vgt): Max 800mV Max On-State Current (It RMS): 1.25A Max Average On-State Current (It AV): 800mA Non-Rep. Surge Current (50Hz/60Hz): 20A/21A Max Hold Current (Ih): 12mA Max Gate Trigger Current (Igt): 100µA TS110-8UF Reliability and Longevity Rated for long-term reliability in industrial conditions, with unlimited moisture sensitivity level (MSL 1). Stable under high temperatures, making it suitable for continuous operation. TS110-8UF Precautions for Use Ensure adequate heat dissipation to maintain optimal operating temperature Avoid excessive gate current beyond specified maximum to prevent damage Use appropriate ESD protection during handling and installation TS110-8UF Practical Application Areas Motor control systems Power switching applications in industrial electronics AC phase control circuits Appliances and lighting control TS110-8UF Substitutes and Equivalent Products Comparable to other sensitive gate SCRs in the same package and voltage range. More: https://lnkd.in/gSAhyrnv

Despite reports of at least four smaller rounds of layoffs at Apple this year, the company's workforce in 2024 has still grown. In a filing submitted last week, Apple disclosed that as of the end of September, it employed approximately 164,000 full-time employees worldwide. This number is up from the 161,000 full-time employees reported by Apple a year ago. These figures include both corporate employees (like software engineers) and retail staff. more: https://lnkd.in/gbEKuEwq

Global chip design and cloud service providers are actively investing in the AI chip sector, vying for a share in TSMC's CoWoS advanced packaging technology market. TSMC's production capacity is expected to continue doubling next year, with market assessments indicating that NVIDIA will occupy 50% of this capacity, while demand from major players like Microsoft, Amazon, and Google for TSMC's CoWoS continues to grow. more: https://lnkd.in/gn2Xfcrw

Reports indicate that the hinge of Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold SE features twice as many parts as the Galaxy Z Fold6. Due to the SE's slimmer design, Samsung added additional hinge components to evenly support the device, enhancing the durability of the foldable screen. more: https://lnkd.in/gfjKFacv

The A8498SLJTR-T is a buck switching regulator IC designed for efficient voltage regulation in DC-DC conversion applications. A8498SLJTR-T Brand and Manufacturer Brand: Allegro MicroSystems, LLC Manufacturer: Allegro MicroSystems, LLC A8498SLJTR-T Features Adjustable output voltage from 0.8V to 24V High input voltage range: 8V to 50V Non-synchronous rectifier design Surface-mount package with exposed pad for better thermal performance Supports up to 3A output current Compliant with lead-free and RoHS standards A8498SLJTR-T Working Principle Operates as a buck (step-down) converter, adjusting higher input voltages down to stable, lower output levels. A8498SLJTR-T Size, Shape, and Packaging Package: 8-SOIC-EP (3.90mm Width) Tape & Reel (TR) packaging for automated assembly processes A8498SLJTR-T Core Technical Parameters Input Voltage Range: 8V to 50V Output Voltage Range: Adjustable from 0.8V to 24V Maximum Output Current: 3A Output Configuration: Positive adjustable Operating Temperature: -20°C to 85°C Mounting Type: Surface Mount Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 3 (168 Hours) A8498SLJTR-T Reliability and Longevity Built for durable performance under moderate thermal conditions, suitable for long-term use in regulated environments. A8498SLJTR-T Precautions for Use Observe moisture sensitivity handling protocols (MSL 3). Maintain within specified input and output voltage ranges to avoid damage. Ensure proper thermal management due to high current output. A8498SLJTR-T Practical Application Areas Ideal for power management in industrial systems, communication devices, and consumer electronics requiring efficient voltage regulation and moderate current levels. A8498SLJTR-T Substitutes and Equivalent Products Consider equivalent models in the Allegro buck regulator series, or compatible buck converters from TI and ON Semiconductor with similar voltage and current specifications. More: https://lnkd.in/g69H2vf8

Despite thousands of Intel employees globally set to find out about their job status in the coming weeks, the layoffs of hundreds of employees at Intel Israel will be postponed until the end of October. more: https://lnkd.in/dZbxDbru