Kulicke & Soffa Introduces Asterion®-PW for Power Semiconductor Applications
Kulicke & Soffa (NASDAQ: KLIC) has launched the Asterion-PW, an advanced ultrasonic pin welding solution for power semiconductor applications. The new technology targets the rapidly growing power module market, which is projected to grow at a 12% CAGR through 2029.
The Asterion-PW features the innovative Sonotrode ultrasonic technology, replacing traditional soldering methods with improved accuracy and productivity. Key advantages include environmentally friendly operation by eliminating flux and solder paste, high-resolution linear motor positioning, and superior pin placement precision.
The system incorporates a high-speed bulk pin feeder and optional material handling system with advanced cleaning capabilities. The durable Sonotrode design offers extended operational lifespan, reducing changeover frequency and improving cost efficiency.
Additionally, K&S announced the concurrent launch of ATPremier MEM PLUS, a wafer level packaging solution using Vertical Wire technology for advanced memory applications. Both products will be showcased at SEMICON China 2025.
Kulicke & Soffa (NASDAQ: KLIC) ha lanciato l'Asterion-PW, una soluzione avanzata di saldatura a ultrasuoni per applicazioni nei semiconduttori di potenza. La nuova tecnologia si rivolge al mercato dei moduli di potenza in rapida crescita, che si prevede crescerà a un CAGR del 12% fino al 2029.
L'Asterion-PW presenta l'innovativa tecnologia Sonotrode a ultrasuoni, sostituendo i metodi di saldatura tradizionali con una maggiore precisione e produttività. I principali vantaggi includono un funzionamento ecologico eliminando flussante e pasta di saldatura, posizionamento di motori lineari ad alta risoluzione e precisione superiore nel posizionamento dei pin.
Il sistema incorpora un alimentatore di pin in bulk ad alta velocità e un sistema di gestione dei materiali opzionale con avanzate capacità di pulizia. Il design durevole del Sonotrode offre una durata operativa prolungata, riducendo la frequenza di cambio e migliorando l'efficienza dei costi.
Inoltre, K&S ha annunciato il lancio simultaneo dell'ATPremier MEM PLUS, una soluzione di imballaggio a livello di wafer che utilizza la tecnologia Vertical Wire per applicazioni avanzate di memoria. Entrambi i prodotti saranno presentati al SEMICON China 2025.
Kulicke & Soffa (NASDAQ: KLIC) ha lanzado el Asterion-PW, una solución avanzada de soldadura ultrasónica para aplicaciones de semiconductores de potencia. La nueva tecnología está dirigida al mercado de módulos de potencia en rápido crecimiento, que se proyecta crecer a un CAGR del 12% hasta 2029.
El Asterion-PW cuenta con la innovadora tecnología Sonotrode ultrasónica, reemplazando los métodos de soldadura tradicionales con mayor precisión y productividad. Las principales ventajas incluyen un funcionamiento ecológico al eliminar el fundente y la pasta de soldadura, posicionamiento de motores lineales de alta resolución y una precisión superior en la colocación de pines.
El sistema incorpora un alimentador de pines a granel de alta velocidad y un sistema de manejo de materiales opcional con capacidades avanzadas de limpieza. El diseño duradero del Sonotrode ofrece una vida útil operativa prolongada, reduciendo la frecuencia de cambio y mejorando la eficiencia de costos.
Además, K&S anunció el lanzamiento simultáneo del ATPremier MEM PLUS, una solución de embalaje a nivel de oblea que utiliza tecnología Vertical Wire para aplicaciones avanzadas de memoria. Ambos productos se mostrarán en SEMICON China 2025.
쿨리케 & 소파 (NASDAQ: KLIC)는 전력 반도체 응용을 위한 고급 초음파 핀 용접 솔루션인 Asterion-PW를 출시했습니다. 새로운 기술은 2029년까지 12% CAGR로 성장할 것으로 예상되는 급속히 성장하는 전력 모듈 시장을 목표로 하고 있습니다.
Asterion-PW는 전통적인 납땜 방법을 개선된 정확성과 생산성으로 대체하는 혁신적인 초음파 기술인 Sonotrode를 특징으로 합니다. 주요 장점으로는 플럭스와 납땜 페이스트를 제거하여 환경 친화적인 작동, 고해상도 선형 모터 위치 지정 및 우수한 핀 배치 정밀도가 포함됩니다.
이 시스템은 고속 대량 핀 공급기와 선택적 재료 처리 시스템을 통합하여 고급 청소 기능을 제공합니다. 내구성이 뛰어난 Sonotrode 디자인은 작동 수명을 연장하여 교체 빈도를 줄이고 비용 효율성을 향상시킵니다.
또한 K&S는 고급 메모리 응용을 위한 수직 와이어 기술을 사용하는 웨이퍼 수준 포장 솔루션인 ATPremier MEM PLUS의 동시 출시를 발표했습니다. 두 제품 모두 2025년 SEMICON China에서 전시될 예정입니다.
Kulicke & Soffa (NASDAQ: KLIC) a lancé l'Asterion-PW, une solution avancée de soudage par ultrasons pour les applications de semi-conducteurs de puissance. La nouvelle technologie cible le marché des modules de puissance en forte croissance, qui devrait croître à un CAGR de 12% d'ici 2029.
L'Asterion-PW présente la technologie innovante Sonotrode à ultrasons, remplaçant les méthodes de soudage traditionnelles par une précision et une productivité améliorées. Les principaux avantages incluent un fonctionnement respectueux de l'environnement en éliminant le flux et la pâte à souder, un positionnement de moteur linéaire haute résolution et une précision supérieure dans le placement des broches.
Le système intègre un alimentateur de broches en vrac à grande vitesse et un système de gestion des matériaux optionnel avec des capacités de nettoyage avancées. Le design durable du Sonotrode offre une durée de vie opérationnelle prolongée, réduisant la fréquence de changement et améliorant l'efficacité des coûts.
De plus, K&S a annoncé le lancement simultané de l'ATPremier MEM PLUS, une solution d'emballage au niveau de la plaquette utilisant la technologie Vertical Wire pour des applications de mémoire avancées. Les deux produits seront présentés au SEMICON China 2025.
Kulicke & Soffa (NASDAQ: KLIC) hat die Asterion-PW eingeführt, eine fortschrittliche Ultraschall-Pin-Schweißlösung für Anwendungen in der Leistungshalbleitertechnik. Die neue Technologie zielt auf den schnell wachsenden Markt für Leistungsmodule ab, der voraussichtlich bis 2029 mit einem CAGR von 12% wachsen wird.
Die Asterion-PW nutzt die innovative Sonotrode-Ultraschalltechnologie, die traditionelle Lötmethoden durch verbesserte Genauigkeit und Produktivität ersetzt. Zu den wichtigsten Vorteilen gehören der umweltfreundliche Betrieb durch die Eliminierung von Flussmittel und Lötpaste, hochauflösende lineare Motorpositionierung und überlegene Präzision bei der Platzierung von Pins.
Das System beinhaltet einen Hochgeschwindigkeits-Bulk-Pin-Zuführer und ein optionales Materialhandhabungssystem mit fortschrittlichen Reinigungsfunktionen. Das langlebige Sonotrode-Design bietet eine verlängerte Betriebslebensdauer, reduziert die Wechselhäufigkeit und verbessert die Kosteneffizienz.
Darüber hinaus kündigte K&S die gleichzeitige Einführung des ATPremier MEM PLUS an, einer Wafer-Level-Verpackungslösung, die die Vertical-Wire-Technologie für fortschrittliche Speicheranwendungen nutzt. Beide Produkte werden auf der SEMICON China 2025 präsentiert.
- Expansion into fast-growing power module market with 12% CAGR through 2029
- Introduction of innovative Sonotrode technology offering superior precision and productivity
- Cost reduction through longer operational lifespan and fewer changeovers
- Environmental benefits from elimination of flux and solder paste
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Kulicke & Soffa's new Asterion-PW represents a strategic expansion into the high-growth power semiconductor segment, which is projected to grow at a
The timing is excellent as manufacturers are increasingly seeking more efficient interconnect solutions for advanced power devices. By leveraging ultrasonic technology to replace traditional soldering methods, K&S is addressing emerging production challenges while providing environmental benefits through the elimination of flux and solder paste.
What's most compelling is how this positions K&S within the broader semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. As power management becomes increasingly critical in next-generation devices, companies offering specialized solutions like the Asterion-PW are well-positioned to capture market share. The concurrent launch of their ATPremier MEM PLUS for advanced memory applications demonstrates a cohesive strategy targeting multiple high-growth segments.
This diversification into power semiconductors represents a meaningful expansion of K&S's addressable market, particularly as investments in electric vehicle infrastructure and renewable energy continue to accelerate globally, driving demand for precisely the type of power modules this solution supports.
The Asterion-PW introduces several technical innovations that address key production challenges in power module manufacturing. The patent-pending Sonotrode design delivers a substantial technological advantage by enhancing precision in pin placement while significantly improving operational lifespan - a critical factor in production environments where tool longevity directly impacts manufacturing economics.
From a technical standpoint, the high-resolution linear motor positioning system represents a significant advancement in precision manufacturing capability. This enables more accurate and consistent pin interconnects, which is increasingly crucial as power densities in modules continue to increase, requiring tighter manufacturing tolerances.
The integrated bulk pin feeder system and optional material handling system with advanced cleaning capabilities addresses a significant production bottleneck. Contamination before encapsulation has been a persistent quality issue in power module production, and the cleaning system's ability to remove these contaminants will likely yield measurable improvements in manufacturing yields.
What's particularly impressive is the focus on total cost of ownership. The durable Sonotrode design reduces change-over frequency, which translates to higher equipment availability and throughput. Combined with the elimination of solder and flux consumables, this creates a compelling economic case that extends beyond the initial equipment investment to long-term operational benefits.
Redefining Pin Interconnect Technology with Sonotrode™
Power module devices currently deployed in renewable energy, automotive, and railroad applications are increasingly reliant on pin-based interconnects for critical power storage, management and delivery requirements. The Power module market is one of the fastest growing semiconductor markets – anticipated to support a
The Asterion-PW leverages market leading ultrasonic technology which is replacing traditional soldering in crucial applications due to accuracy and productivity improvements. Additionally, due to the elimination of flux and solder paste, the Sonotrode ultrasonic capability provides clear environmental benefits. The Asterion-PW platform also provides unparalleled speed and precision enabling higher throughput and superior quality:
- Unmatched Speed and Precision: With a high-resolution linear motor positioning system and innovative, patent-pending Sonotrode design, the Asterion®-PW achieves fine precision Pin placement repeatability.
- Enhanced Productivity: An integrated high speed bulk pin feeder system and optional material handling system equipped with an advanced cleaning station ensure smooth operation. The cleaning system effectively removes contaminants before encapsulation, improving product quality.
- Superior Cost of Ownership: The durable Sonotrode boasts one of the longest operational lifespans currently known in the industry, delivering less frequent change overs, outstanding reliability and cost efficiency.
"Precision drives innovation, and innovation transforms possibilities into realities. The Asterion®-PW for Power module applications is where innovative technology meets performance and cost of ownership benefits, redefining the future of manufacturing," said Chan Pin Chong, Kulicke & Soffa's Executive Vice President and General Manager of Products and Solutions.
ATPremier MEM PLUS™ – new K&S Vertical Wire solutions to serve high-volume memory
K&S has separately announced the concurrent launch of ATPremier MEM PLUS™, a cutting-edge wafer level packaging solution, which deploys innovative Vertical Wire technology positioned to support emerging advanced memory applications.
Visit K&S at SEMICON China 2025
Together with K&S' broad portfolio of solutions, the Asterion®-PW and ATPremier MEM PLUS™ will debut at the SEMICON China Trade Show in Shanghai, from March 26 through March 28, 2025, at Hall N3 Booth #3431.
About Kulicke & Soffa
Founded in 1951, Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. specializes in developing cutting-edge semiconductor and electronics assembly solutions enabling a smarter and more sustainable future. Our ever-growing range of products and services supports growth and facilitates technology transitions across large-scale markets, such as advanced display, automotive, communications, compute, consumer, data storage, energy storage and industrial.
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