Magnachip Introduces a new 40V MOSFET to Control BLDC Motors for Automotive Applications

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Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation (NYSE: MX) has launched a new 40V MOSFET aimed at enhancing the control of Brushless Direct Current (BLDC) motors for automotive applications. This MOSFET, which features low R_DS(on), is designed to reduce conduction losses and is now in mass production as of April 2022. The first application targets the Electric Water Pump of a new electric vehicle from a leading manufacturer. With the increasing demand for efficient automotive semiconductors, Magnachip is positioning itself to expand its market share amidst ongoing supply chain challenges.

Positive

• Launch of a new 40V MOSFET for automotive applications.
• First application in Electric Water Pump for a new EV model.
• Mass production began in April 2022, indicating operational readiness.
• Fully AEC-Q101 certified, enhancing reliability for automotive use.
• Strategically positioned to meet the growing demand for BLDC motors in the EV market.

Negative

• Market for automotive semiconductors is highly competitive, increasing pressure.
• Potential global supply chain disruptions expected to continue through 2023.

-       Low R_DS(on) of 40V MOSFET enables efficient control of BLDC motors

-       Magnachip expands automotive business, intends to increase market share globally

SEOUL, South Korea, April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation ("Magnachip") (NYSE: MX) announced today that the company has released a new 40V Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor Field-Effect Transistor (MOSFET) to control Brushless Direct Current (BLDC) motors for automotive applications.

Given concerns about global climate change and corresponding efforts to reduce carbon emissions, the Electric Vehicle (EV) market is projected to grow significantly. Omdia, a global market research firm, estimates that the global EV market is expected to grow 27% annually between 2022 and 2025. As such, demand for high-efficiency and durable BLDC motors for EVs will increase and Medium Voltage (MV) MOSFETs are essential for BLDC motors to operate efficiently. Magnachip has developed a new 40V MOSFET featuring low R_DS(on)* to reduce the conduction loss of automotive BLDC motors and the company began mass production of this new MOSFET in April 2022.

As reliable automotive semiconductors are critical to vehicle safety, the new 40V MOSFET is fully AEC-Q101 (Automotive Electronics Council-Q101) certified. The first application of this new product is for the Electric Water Pump of a new EV model from a global auto manufacturer. This MOSFET is also suitable for a variety of BLDC applications, such as electric oil pumps, engine cooling fans, electric power steering and battery cooling fans.

Magnachip continues to expand its market share in the automotive semiconductor sector with new products and advanced technology. Further, Magnachip is becoming a stable supplier of power semiconductor products as an integrated device manufacturer amid global supply chain disruptions affecting the automotive semiconductor industry, which is forecast to last through 2023.   

"The market for both electric and internal combustion engines in the automotive sector is more competitive than ever and the demand for high-performance MV MOSFETs is increasing rapidly," said YJ Kim, CEO of Magnachip. "Accordingly, we are strengthening our presence in global markets and believe the release of this new 40V MOSFET will help us to secure greater market share." 

*R_DS(on): On resistance, the resistance value between the drain and the source of MOSFETs during on-state operation

About Magnachip Semiconductor
Magnachip is a designer and manufacturer of analog and mixed-signal semiconductor platform solutions for communications, IoT, consumer, computing, industrial and automotive applications. The Company provides a broad range of standard products to customers worldwide. Magnachip, with more than 40 years of operating history, owns a portfolio of approximately 1,150 registered patents and pending applications, and has extensive engineering, design and manufacturing process expertise. For more information, please visit www.magnachip.com. Information on or accessible through Magnachip's website is not a part of, and is not incorporated into, this release.

CONTACTS:

 

United States (Investor Relations): Yujia Zhai The Blueshirt Group Tel. +1-860-214-0809 investor.relations@magnachip.com

United States (Investor Relations): So-Yeon Jeong Jeong Consulting Tel. +1-408-712-6151 investor.relations@magnachip.com

 

USA media / industry analysts: Mike Newsom LouVan Communications, Inc. Tel. +1-617-803-5385 mike@louvanpr.com

Korea / Asia media: Min A KIM Senior manager of Public Relations Tel. +82-2-6903-3392 mina3.kim@maganachip.com

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FAQ

What is the new product launched by Magnachip (NYSE: MX)?

Magnachip has launched a new 40V Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor Field-Effect Transistor (MOSFET) for automotive applications.

What applications can the 40V MOSFET be used for?

The new 40V MOSFET is suitable for controlling Brushless Direct Current (BLDC) motors, specifically in electric water pumps, engine cooling fans, and electric steering.

When did Magnachip start mass production of the new MOSFET?

Mass production of the new 40V MOSFET began in April 2022.

How does the new MOSFET contribute to electric vehicle technology?

It reduces conduction loss, improving the efficiency of automotive BLDC motors, essential for electric vehicle performance.

What certifications does the new 40V MOSFET have?

The MOSFET is fully AEC-Q101 certified, ensuring reliability for automotive applications.