Category: Power Solutions

SEOUL, South Korea and Cupertino, Calif., March 11, 2013 — MagnaChip Semiconductor Corporation (“MagnaChip”) (NYSE: MX), a Korea-based designer and manufacturer of analog and mixed-signal semiconductor products, today announced that it has introduced a step-down DC/DC converter (model: MAP7153) designed to improve smartphone power amplifier performance and efficiency.

The MAP7153 optimizes power efficiency and extends smartphone battery life by converting output voltage into bypass or high voltage while operating in high power mode, or into low voltage while in low power mode.

The MAP7153 features fast transition time, excellent line and load regulation, and minimum footprint as a result of its reduced die size and small 1.32mm x 1.27mm WLCSP package. Two switching frequencies are also selectable in the MAP7153. A 3MHz option provides improved efficiency while a 6 MHz option saves printed circuit board space by utilizing smaller inductors.

“Customers are demanding increased performance and power efficiency from their smartphones,” said H.K. Kim, EVP and General Manager of MagnaChip’s Display and Power Solutions Divisions. “By incorporating our MAP7153 into their designs, smartphone manufacturers can continue to provide new and improved products that significantly enhance energy efficiency and battery capacity in the fast growing smartphone market.”

About MagnaChip Semiconductor
Headquartered in South Korea, MagnaChip Semiconductor is a Korea-based designer and manufacturer of analog and mixed-signal semiconductor products for high volume consumer applications. MagnaChip Semiconductor believes it has one of the broadest and deepest range of analog and mixed-signal semiconductor platforms in the industry, supported by its 30-year operating history, a large portfolio of registered and pending patents, and extensive engineering and manufacturing process expertise. For more information, please visit www.magnachip.com.

CONTACTS

In the United States:
Robert Pursel
Director of Investor Relations
Tel. +1-408-625-1262
robert.pursel@magnachip.com

In Korea:

Chankeun Park
Senior Manager, Public Relations
Tel. +82-3-6903-3195
chankeun.park@magnachip.com

MagnaChip Introduces Advanced 4-Channel LED Backlight Unit Driver Achieving 50% Increase in Driver Output

SEOUL, South Korea and CUPERTINO, Calif., Nov. 26, 2012 — MagnaChip Semiconductor Corporation (“MagnaChip”) (NYSE: MX), a Korea-based designer and manufacturer of analog and mixed-signal semiconductor products, today announced the launch of a advanced 4-channel LED backlight unit (BLU) driver IC (Model: MAP3242) which features a 50% increase in driving power making it ideally suited for TV applications.

By combining the outstanding heat dissipation performance of a new heatsink small outline package (HSOP) with a programmable LED short protection function, MagnaChip was able to increase the output power level of its 4-channel LED by 50% to 60W(65V/240mA). This enables the MAP3242 to drive up to a maximum of 20 LED BLUs per channel, significantly increasing picture brightness while utilizing the same number of driver ICs as in existing display designs.

“The MAP3242 4-channel LED backlight unit driver was introduced for customers who demand an LED BLU driver IC that delivers superior performance and reliability,” said H.K. Kim, EVP and General Manager of MagnaChip’s Display and Power Solutions Divisions. “We are committed to delivering superior products targeting the growing LED TV market, particularly in China, where LED TV demand is soaring.”

Features of the MAP3242
• 4Ch LED Driver with internal dimming FET
• Wide input voltage range: 8.5V ~ 36V
• Max 200mA per channel
• 65V FB Pin Voltage
• 0.6V Min Headroom voltage @ 150mA
• LED current accuracy : ±2.5%
• Switching Frequency : 100kHz ~ 500kHz
• PWM and analog dimming
• Protections : LED Short (adjustable), LED Open OCP, TSD, UVLO
• Package : HSOP-28L, SOIC-20L, ETSSOP-20L

About MagnaChip Semiconductor
Headquartered in South Korea, MagnaChip Semiconductor is a Korea-based designer and manufacturer of analog and mixed-signal semiconductor products for high volume consumer applications. MagnaChip Semiconductor believes it has one of the broadest and deepest range of analog and mixed-signal semiconductor platforms in the industry, supported by its 30-year operating history, a large portfolio of registered and pending patents, and extensive engineering and manufacturing process expertise. For more information, please visit www.magnachip.com.

CONTACTS:
In the United States:
Robert Pursel
Director of Investor Relations
Tel. +1-408-625-1262
robert.pursel@magnachip.com

In Korea:
Chankeun Park
Senior Manager, Public Relations
Tel. +82-2-6903-3195
chankeun.park@magnachip.com

SEOUL, South Korea and CUPERTINO, Calif., October 15, 2012 — MagnaChip Semiconductor Corporation (“MagnaChip Semiconductor”) (NYSE: MX), a Korea-based designer and manufacturer of analog and mixed-signal semiconductor products, today announced the launch of a new power factor correction “PFC” controller (model: MAP8800) that has been optimized for use in LCD TV applications.

The PFC controller plays an important role in increasing the power efficiency of LCD TVs by reducing power consumption up to 95% as it maintains constant current flows during the AC to DC conversion process.

The MAP8800 uses a boost method that functions in CRM (Critical Conduction Mode) that is beneficial not only for LCD TVs, but also for general power supply applications and other lighting devices.

The MAP8800 provides features such as a maximum frequency limiting function to prevent damage to the TV power supply and a DSP (Diode Short Protection) that protects the TV when a boost diode is shorted. Additionally, the MAP8800 provides overvoltage and overcurrent protection as well as feedback protection when the feedback loop is shorted.

“The MAP8800 is an optimum product designed to improve the energy efficiency and power supply stability of LCD TVs,” said H.K. Kim, EVP and General Manager of MagnaChip’s Display and Power Solutions Division. “By consolidating multiple protection circuits within one device, the MAP8800 enables LCD TV manufacturers to design products capable of using fewer parts that can withstand a higher power factor resulting in lower product costs and improved stability performance.”

About MagnaChip Semiconductor
Headquartered in South Korea, MagnaChip Semiconductor is a Korea-based designer and manufacturer of analog and mixed-signal semiconductor products for high volume consumer applications. MagnaChip Semiconductor believes it has one of the broadest and deepest range of analog and mixed-signal semiconductor platforms in the industry, supported by its 30-year operating history, a large portfolio of registered and pending patents and extensive engineering and manufacturing process expertise. For more information, please visit www.magnachip.com.

CONTACTS:
In the United States:
Robert Pursel
Director of Investor Relations
Tel. +1-408-625-1262
robert.pursel@magnachip.com

In Korea:
Chankeun Park
Senior Manager, Public Relations
Tel. +82-2-6903-3195
chankeun.park@magnachip.com

SOURCE MagnaChip Semiconductor Corporation

SEOUL, South Korea and CUPERTINO, Calif., Sept. 10, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — MagnaChip Semiconductor Corporation (“MagnaChip”) (NYSE: MX), a Korea-based designer and manufacturer of analog and mixed signal semiconductor products, announced today that it has introduced a new single channel LED backlight unit driver (BLU) combining an embedded high voltage FET with the IC. The hybrid BLU (MAP3301) is targeted for efficient TV and monitor applications.

The MAP3301 features an embedded dimming FET and components within the IC that can reduce the overall chip size by as much as 50%. This allows for design efficiency and ease of use by allowing the MAP3301 to meet the tighter space requirements of many newer and slimmer LED TV monitors.

The MAP3301 can also drive multiple LEDs utilizing high voltages by separating the IC input voltage from boost input voltage. This is done simultaneously with 250V and 400V MOSFETs with very low RDS(on). The MAP3301 also allows the user to check and verify the operational functionality of the BLU driver to the LED TV through its support of pulse width modulation (PWM) and analog dimming.

“The MAP3301 LED backlight driver is a result of MagnaChip’s power design expertise combined with its advanced packaging know-how,” said HK Kim, EVP and General Manager of MagnaChip’s Display and Power Solutions Division. “We are committed to expanding our product portfolio and broadening our customer base with industry leading LED BLU drivers targeted for the blue chip TV display manufacturers as well as the rapidly expanding and emerging markets in China.”

Description
MAP3301 is a high efficiency, single channel boost type PWM driver.
LED driver designed for intense brightness and optimized for backlighting systems.
Combines small form factor with high voltage & current dimming MOSFET capabilities.
MAP3301 is available in SOIC-15 Pin package type.

Features
Wide input voltage range: 8.5V ~ 33V
Internally dimming MOSFET
High voltage rating: 400V
Low RDS(on): < 2.5 ohms @ VGS =10V
PWM & analog dimming
Auto restart mode protection
Programmable output over voltage protection
Programmable input line voltage protection
LED short current protection
Power good indication (open drain)
Small package type: SOIC-15 Pin

About MagnaChip Semiconductor
Headquartered in South Korea, MagnaChip Semiconductor is a Korea-based designer and manufacturer of analog and mixed-signal semiconductor products for high volume consumer applications. MagnaChip believes it has one of the broadest and deepest range of analog and mixed-signal semiconductor platforms in the industry, supported by its 30-year operating history, a large portfolio of registered and pending patents and extensive engineering and manufacturing process expertise. For more information, please visit www.magnachip.com.

CONTACTS:

In the United States:
Robert Pursel
Director of Investor Relations
Tel. +1 (408) 625-1262
robert.pursel@magnachip.com

In Korea:
Chankeun Park
Senior Manager, Public Relations
Tel. +82-2-6903-3195
chankeun.park@magnachip.com

SOURCE MagnaChip Semiconductor Corporation

Enhances Mobile Phone and Tablet PC Camera Autofocus Functionality

SEOUL, South Korea and CUPERTINO, Calif., Aug. 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — MagnaChip Semiconductor Corporation (“MagnaChip”) (NYSE: MX), a Korea-based designer and manufacturer of analog and mixed-signal semiconductor products, announced today that it has unveiled a Voice Coil Motor (VCM) driver IC (MAP1011) to support the autofocus function found in mobile phone and tablet PC cameras.

The MAP1011 model features a 10-bit resolution enabling 1,024-level precision control while utilizing the I2C high-speed controller methodology. The MAP1011 VCM driver also uses wafer level chip scale packaging (WLCSP) enhancing low-power operation and reducing standby power consumption. In addition, WLCSP provides user flexibility allowing mobile phone and tablet PC camera module developers a broad choice of product options based only on input and standby voltage criteria.

“We have continued to develop power semiconductor products specialized for mobile phones and tablet PC applications,” said HK Kim, EVP and General Manager of MagnaChip’s Display and Power Solutions Division. “The MAP1011 VCM driver is the first of many future VCM driver IC designs that expands our power solutions product portfolio in order to meet the increasingly technical needs of our customers.”

Description
– The MAP1011 is a single 10-bit resolution DAC with Max.120mA output current capability
– The MAP1011 features an internal reference and operates from a 1.8V to 3.6V supply range

Features
– Supply voltage: 1.8V to 3.6V
– 10-bit resolution
– IOUT: programmable up to 120mA Sinking
– Enable mode
– I2C serial interface
– Integrated current sensor resistor
– Output current ringing controlled
– Power on reset
– Quiescent current: 430uA
– WLCSP package: 0.85 mm x 1.25 mm 6-Ball

About MagnaChip Semiconductor
Headquartered in South Korea, MagnaChip Semiconductor is a Korea-based designer and manufacturer of analog and mixed-signal semiconductor products for high volume consumer applications. MagnaChip believes it has one of the broadest and deepest range of analog and mixed-signal semiconductor platforms in the industry, supported by its 30-year operating history, a large portfolio of registered and pending patents and extensive engineering and manufacturing process expertise. For more information, please visit www.magnachip.com.

CONTACTS:

In the United States:
Robert Pursel
Director of Investor Relations
Tel. +1 408-625-1262
robert.pursel@magnachip.com

In Korea:
Chankeun Park
Senior Manager, Public Relations
Tel. +82-2-6903-3195
chankeun.park@magnachip.com

SOURCE MagnaChip Semiconductor Corporation

MagnaChip Launches New LED Lighting Driver Combining
High-Efficiency, High-Brightness with Low Heat Generation

SEOUL, South Korea and CUPERTINO, Calif., May 7, 2012 – MagnaChip Semiconductor Corporation (“MagnaChip”) (NYSE: MX), a Korea-based designer and manufacturer of analog and mixed-signal semiconductor products, launched a high efficiency, AC direct-drive 4W/8W LED lighting driver which doesn’t require a separate AC line converter circuit.

The advantage of using of an AC drive type is that it minimizes neighboring circuits. The introduction of our advanced LED lighting driver is a result of MagnaChip’s extensive high voltage process technical expertise. With PF higher than 0.95 and THD below 27%, energy savings is maximized in the entire lighting system and meets the high efficiency requirements demanded for consumer LED products.

The 4 watt LED product has a brightness equivalent to 30 watt incandescent light bulbs while the 8 watt LED product is equivalent to 60 watts. The usual heat generation problems found in LED lighting has been resolved through the use of an LGA package exhibiting excellent heat dissipation characteristics.

The LED lighting driver also has an embedded bridge diode to manage AC voltage and current and is available in both 110 and 220 voltages. MagnaChip plans to expand its product offering of AC direct drive types by releasing AC-DC and DC-AC conversion type LED lighting drivers.

“MagnaChip’s LED lighting driver products will help the customer achieve high-efficiency and high-brightness with low heat generation,” said HK Kim, EVP and General Manager of MagnaChip’s Display Solutions Division and Power Solutions Division. “This new approach to LED driver design will enable customers to maximize energy savings in their entire LED lighting system, thereby reducing their direct lighting costs.”

About MagnaChip Semiconductor

Headquartered in South Korea, MagnaChip Semiconductor is a Korea-based designer and manufacturer of analog and mixed-signal semiconductor products for high volume consumer applications. MagnaChip Semiconductor believes it has one of the broadest and deepest range of analog and mixed-signal semiconductor platforms in the industry, supported by its 30-year operating history, large portfolio of registered and pending patents and extensive engineering and manufacturing process expertise. For more information, please visit www.magnachip.com.

CONTACTS:

In the United States:

Robert Pursel
Director of Investor Relations
Tel. 408-625-1262
robert.pursel@magnachip.com

In Korea:

Chankeun Park
Senior Manager, Public Relations
Tel.+82-2-6903-3195
chankeun.park@magnachip.com