DB HiTek Launches 0.13µm BCD Process for Power Semiconductors

With the rapid growth of the electric vehicle (EV) market, the demand for automotive chips has been steadily increasing. While some shortages in automotive-grade chips have been effectively addressed, power semiconductors, particularly Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistors (IGBTs), remain in short supply.

Power semiconductors, which handle high voltage, are essential components in electronic devices for energy conversion and circuit control. They are primarily used for regulating voltage and frequency, as well as for converting between direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC).

Recently, South Korean semiconductor foundry DB HiTek announced the launch of its 0.13-micron, 120V BCD (Bipolar-CMOS-DMOS) process platform, aimed at expanding its power semiconductor services for automotive and industrial applications. This new platform will enable DB HiTek to provide comprehensive foundry services for high-value applications across multiple sectors, including mobile devices, home appliances, displays, automotive, and data centers.

DB HiTek also revealed that its OTP (One-Time Programmable) chips and other products have achieved AEC-Q100 Level 0 certification, the most stringent automotive standards for reliability. The company plans to begin offering power semiconductor solutions with Deep Trench Isolation (DTI) options to customers by the end of this year.

This move marks a significant step for DB HiTek in positioning itself as a key player in the high-voltage power semiconductor market, addressing the growing demand for advanced solutions in automotive and industrial sectors.