ON Semiconductor

ON Semiconductor is a leading provider of energy-efficient semiconductor solutions, headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. Founded in 1999, the company specializes in power management, logic, analog, timing, connectivity, system-on-chip (SoC) devices, discrete components, and sensors. It serves a diverse range of markets, including automotive, industrial, consumer, medical, aerospace, and communications, helping customers address unique design challenges. As the second-largest power chipmaker globally and the largest supplier of image sensors for the automotive sector, ON Semiconductor has adopted a hybrid manufacturing strategy to enhance its flexibility. The company is increasingly focusing on emerging applications such as electric and autonomous vehicles, industrial automation, and renewable energy, while maintaining a commitment to global sustainability and social responsibility.

Hassane El-Khoury

President, CEO and Board Member

Alicia Scott

Senior Director of People, Culture and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Teruo Tabata

President, SANYO Semiconductor

21 past transactions

Silicon Carbide JFET Technology

Acquisition in 2024
Silicon Carbide JFET Technology is a technological firm that provides high energy efficiency and can handle high voltages.

IEEE Foundation

Grant in 2023
IEEE Foundation is transforming lives through the power of technology and education. Established in 1973, IEEE Foundation is governed by the laws of the State of New York, USA. The “official” purpose as stated in the Certification of Incorporation is exclusively to further the scientific and educational purposes of IEEE. The Foundation is directed by a Board of 13 IEEE members with varying technical, geographic, professional backgrounds and operated by a staff of 10. The IEEE Foundation enables IEEE programs that enhance technology access, literacy, and education; supports the IEEE professional community; and inspires the generosity of donors.

GT Advanced Technologies

Acquisition in 2021
GT Advanced Technologies Inc. is a diversified technology company based in Merrimack, New Hampshire, specializing in the manufacture of advanced materials and crystal growth equipment for various industries, including solar, electronics, and optics. Founded in 1994, the company produces essential materials such as polysilicon and multi-crystalline ingots for solar cells and panels, as well as silicon carbide and sapphire, which are critical for consumer and power electronics. Its product offerings include polysilicon processing systems, silicon crystal growth equipment, advanced sapphire furnaces, and silicon carbide growth equipment. GT Advanced Technologies operates through three primary business segments: polysilicon, sapphire, and photovoltaic, with a significant portion of its revenue generated from the polysilicon sector. The company leverages its expertise in crystal growth technology to support the growing demand for high-performance materials, particularly in the electric vehicle market, where silicon carbide's unique properties are increasingly sought after.

Hesai Technology

Series C in 2020
Hesai Technology is a company based in Shanghai, China, founded in 2014. It specializes in designing laser radar systems using smart sensing technology. The primary application of these systems is to facilitate autonomous driving by enabling car companies to monitor mixed gas composition and detect hazardous leaks. Additionally, Hesai Technology develops natural gas leak detection systems for industrial processes. Its LiDAR products are used in a variety of applications including advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), autonomous vehicle fleets, last-mile delivery robots, street sweeping robots, and logistics robots. The company operates through two main segments: the LiDAR segment and the gas detection segment, with the former being the primary revenue generator.

Quantenna Communications

Acquisition in 2019
Quantenna Communications specializes in designing, developing, and marketing advanced wireless communication solutions for local area networking. The company’s product portfolio includes high-performance radio frequency chips and digital baseband chips that support various Wi-Fi standards, such as 802.11n, 802.11ac, and the draft Wi-Fi 6 standard. Additionally, Quantenna offers Qdock, a software framework that facilitates the integration of third-party applications with its Wi-Fi solutions. The company's products cater to a wide range of applications, including home networking, retail, outdoor, small and medium businesses, enterprise, industrial, and consumer electronics. Quantenna sells its solutions directly to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and third-party distributors, primarily generating revenue from the Asia-Pacific region. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Quantenna has established itself as a leader in Wi-Fi technologies and continues to innovate to enhance speed, range, efficiency, and reliability. As of June 2019, Quantenna operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation.

SensL

Acquisition in 2018
SensL Technologies, Ltd. specializes in the manufacture of silicon photomultipliers, SPAD arrays, and measurement instruments. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Cork, Ireland, with an additional facility in Somerville, Massachusetts, the company produces a range of products including high-resolution timing modules and photon counting systems. SensL's silicon photomultipliers are utilized across various sectors such as analytical instruments, homeland security, nuclear medicine, medical imaging, and environmental monitoring. The company is distinguished by its 'Micro' series of SiPM sensors, known for their low noise, high breakdown voltage uniformity, and low bias voltage requirements. SensL's products are marketed through a network of sales representatives across multiple countries including the United States, Canada, and several European nations. Since May 2018, SensL has operated as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corporation, enhancing its capabilities in low light detection solutions for applications in medical imaging and autonomous driving technologies.

PowerSphyr

Seed Round in 2017
PowerSphyr Inc., established in 2016 and headquartered in Danville, California, specializes in designing and manufacturing wireless power systems. These systems transfer power to various electronic devices across different wattage levels and ranges, catering to consumer, industrial, and automotive industries. PowerSphyr supports key industry standards for wireless power charging: Magnetic Resonance, Magnetic Induction, and RF Energy Harvesting. The company has a strategic alliance with GaN Systems and collaborates with a network of OEMs and partners to provide innovative wireless power solutions.

Fairchild Semiconductor International

Acquisition in 2015
Fairchild Semiconductor International, Inc., through its subsidiary Fairchild Semiconductor Corporation, specializes in designing, developing, manufacturing, and marketing a range of semiconductor solutions globally. The company operates three main segments: Switching Power Solutions (SPS), Analog Power and Signal Solutions (APSS), and Standard Products Group (SPG). SPS focuses on analog and mixed signal integrated circuits and discrete power products, while APSS provides analog ICs and signal path products for various markets, including consumer electronics and industrial applications. The SPG segment offers a diverse array of semiconductor products such as MOSFETs, diodes, and regulators. Established in 1959 and based in Sunnyvale, California, Fairchild Semiconductor's products are utilized across multiple sectors, including automotive, mobile, and computing, catering to distributors, original equipment manufacturers, and electronic design service customers. As of September 2016, the company operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corp.

Aptina

Acquisition in 2014
Aptina specializes in complementary metal–oxide–semiconductor (CMOS) imaging technology, focusing on the development and manufacturing of image sensors, image signal processors, and wafer-level camera modules. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including automotive, digital still cameras, digital video cameras, medical applications, mobile devices, PC cameras, and surveillance systems. Aptina's legacy is rooted in the early advancements of CMOS image sensor technology, and the company combines innovative practices with high manufacturing quality to deliver cutting-edge imaging solutions.

Truesense Imaging

Acquisition in 2014
Truesense Imaging, Inc. is a prominent manufacturer of high-performance image sensors, catering to various applications including machine vision, traffic monitoring, surveillance, medical imaging, photography, and scientific research. With over 35 years of experience in the design, development, and production of solid-state electronic image sensors, the company offers an extensive portfolio characterized by superior resolution and frame rates. This combination of features positions Truesense Imaging to meet the demands of the most challenging imaging requirements across multiple industries.

Cypress-CMOS Image Sensor Business Unit

Acquisition in 2011
Cypress-CMOS Image Sensor Business Unit is multi-megapixel digital photography and cinematography, machine vision, linear and two dimensional (2D) bar code imaging, medical x-ray imaging, biometrics and aerospace applications.

SANYO Semiconductor

Acquisition in 2011
SANYO Semiconductor is a manufacturer of semiconductor products based in Oragun, Japan. The company specializes in developing analog and digital systems, ultra-small transistors, logic ICs, motor driver ICs, microcontrollers, and other semiconductor devices aimed at reducing power consumption and miniaturizing electronic devices. Their products are utilized in a wide range of applications including portable electronics, visual and audio equipment, data processing, automotive, and home appliances. SANYO Semiconductor sells its products in various countries including the United Kingdom, Denmark, Germany, Hong Kong, India, China, Taiwan, Malaysia, Singapore, Japan, Korea, and the United States. Established in 2006, the company became a subsidiary of Semiconductor Components Industries in 2011.

Sound Design Technologies

Acquisition in 2010
Sound Design Technologies is a company that was acquired by ON Semiconductor in 2010

California Micro Devices

Acquisition in 2009
California Micro Devices Corporation is a leading supplier of application specific analog and mixed signal semiconductor products for the mobile handset, high brightness LED (HBLED), digital consumer electronics and personal computer markets. Key product lines include protection devices for mobile handsets, HBLEDs, digital consumer electronics products and personal computers and mixed signal ICs for mobile handset displays.

PulseCore Semiconductor

Acquisition in 2009
PulseCore Semiconductor specializes in designing and manufacturing semiconductors, particularly focused on electromagnetic interference suppression. The company offers analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits that utilize spread spectrum modulation and proprietary technologies, ensuring low-cost and highly reliable solutions for manufacturers of computer peripherals and digital consumer products. PulseCore's products are engineered to meet contemporary industry standards and system requirements, providing a versatile and deterministic approach to managing electromagnetic interference. In 2009, PulseCore Semiconductor was acquired by ON Semiconductor.

Catalyst Semiconductor

Acquisition in 2008
Catalyst Semiconductor, Inc. engages in the design, development, and marketing of reprogrammable non-volatile memory products and analog/mixed-signal semiconductor products. The company's products include electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM) and flash memory products, which are used in applications to store user reconfigurable data, and in personal computers, cellular handsets, digital cameras, optical networks, wireless local area networks, digital set-top boxes, automotive systems, LCD televisions, digital video recorders, cordless phones, laser printers, memory modules for computers, disk drives, and remote controls; and analog and mixed-signal products comprising supervisory products with EEPROM, supervisory products without memory, digitally programmable potentiometers, white LED drivers, DC to DC converters, LDO regulators, and input/output expanders, which are used in the applications, such as power management, systems supervision, and interface support. Its products are used by manufacturers of electronic products in a range of consumer, computing, communications, industrial, and automotive applications. Catalyst Semiconductor distributes its products through manufacturers' representatives, distributors, and resellers in North America, South America, Europe, Africa, and Asia. The company was founded in 1985 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California. As of October 10, 2008, Catalyst Semiconductor, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of ON Semiconductor Corp.

Analog Devices - CPU Voltage and PC Thermal Monitoring Business

Acquisition in 2008
Analog Devices - CPU Voltage and PC Thermal Monitoring Business

AMIS

Acquisition in 2007
Amis is a financial technology company focused on enhancing community interactions through secure payment systems. By leveraging advanced blockchain technology, Amis has developed a standardized platform that facilitates information exchange among businesses, allowing transaction data to be open and shareable. This approach aims to improve overall quality of life by fostering transparency and efficiency in financial transactions. Additionally, Amis is involved in providing energy-efficient semiconductor solutions, further underscoring its commitment to innovative technologies that benefit both communities and industries.

Primarion

Series B in 2000
Primarion is a mixed signal integrated circuit (IC) company that designs, manufactures and markets digital power ICs to address inflection points in power management for the computing, graphics and communication markets. At Primarion, they enjoy a distinct competitive advantage by delivering customer-partnered solutions. They make relationship building a priority, while offering their customers cutting edge technology.

Cherry Semiconductor

Acquisition in 2000
Cherry Semiconductor is a company that was acquired by ON Semiconductor in 2000.

Primarion

Series A in 2000
Primarion is a mixed signal integrated circuit (IC) company that designs, manufactures and markets digital power ICs to address inflection points in power management for the computing, graphics and communication markets. At Primarion, they enjoy a distinct competitive advantage by delivering customer-partnered solutions. They make relationship building a priority, while offering their customers cutting edge technology.
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