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Magnachip Semiconductor Corporation has introduced its 8th-generation 40 V and 60 V medium-voltage (MV) MOSFETs, aimed at improving efficiency and power density in server and high-performance computing (HPC) power supply units.
The new devices are optimized for synchronous rectification (SR) stages, a critical part of modern server power architectures. Leveraging advanced split-gate trench (SGT) technology, the 40 V variants deliver up to 40% higher current density and approximately 25% faster switching speeds compared to the previous generation, while the 60 V versions achieve up to 50% higher current density and 60% faster switching.
Additional enhancements include fast anti-parallel diode technology to improve switching stability and reduce residual current effects. The MOSFETs support operation up to 175°C and are packaged in compact PDFN56 formats, enabling high-density designs required in AI servers and HPC systems.
Magnachip is expanding its portfolio with multiple RDS(on) options, including 0.8 mΩ and 1.0 mΩ (40 V) and 1.05 mΩ (60 V), following the earlier release of a 0.7 mΩ device. This broader lineup allows designers to optimize trade-offs between efficiency, thermal performance, and cost.
From a market perspective, this launch directly targets the fast-growing server power supply segment, driven by AI and data center expansion. Industry projections indicate steady growth in this market, reinforcing demand for high-efficiency, low-voltage power semiconductors.
Strategically, Magnachip is strengthening its position in the competitive low- to mid-voltage MOSFET space, where silicon technologies continue to dominate critical power stages despite the rise of GaN and SiC. By focusing on performance improvements in synchronous rectification, the company is addressing a key bottleneck in power conversion efficiency for next-generation computing infrastructure.
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CVD Equipment Corporation reported mixed financial results for 2025, reflecting continued demand softness in its core equipment business alongside strategic restructuring initiatives.
In the fourth quarter, revenue declined 33.1% year-over-year to $5.0 million, primarily due to weaker sales in its CVD equipment segment. Orders totaled $3.5 million, supported by demand for gas delivery systems and research-related equipment, including orders tied to a wide bandgap semiconductor research center. The company reported a net loss of $1.3 million for the quarter, compared to a small profit in the prior year period.
For the full year 2025, revenue decreased modestly by 4.1% to $25.8 million, while gross margin improved to 28.3%, partly due to the absence of prior-year inventory charges. Net loss narrowed slightly to $1.6 million. However, declining cash reserves—from $12.6 million to $8.7 million—highlight ongoing financial pressure.
Operationally, the company cited several headwinds impacting bookings, including weaker demand for CVD systems, reduced U.S. government funding for universities, tariff-related uncertainty, and slower adoption in certain end markets.
In response, CVD Equipment has initiated cost-reduction measures, including workforce reductions expected to save approximately $1.8 million annually starting in 2026. The company has also adjusted its sales strategy by expanding the use of distributors and external sales channels.
A key strategic move is the planned divestiture of its SDC (gas delivery systems) division to Atlas Copco for approximately $16.9 million, expected to close in Q2 2026. The transaction will allow the company to refocus on its core CVD equipment business while strengthening its balance sheet and improving financial flexibility.
From a market perspective, CVD Equipment remains exposed to cyclical demand in semiconductor capital equipment, particularly in research and niche applications such as silicon carbide (SiC) materials. While long-term demand drivers—such as power electronics and wide bandgap materials—remain intact, near-term uncertainty and funding constraints are impacting order visibility.
The divestiture and restructuring signal a strategic pivot toward a more focused and financially resilient operating model, positioning the company to better align with emerging opportunities in SiC and advanced materials markets.
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EPC Space has introduced two new evaluation boards designed to demonstrate high-frequency GaN power conversion in demanding applications such as aerospace, motor drives, and point-of-load (POL) converters.
The newly launched EPC7C010 and EPC7C011 boards are half-bridge power stages configured as buck converters. The EPC7C010 supports 100 V / 20 A operation, while the EPC7C011 targets higher voltage applications at 200 V / 10 A. Both platforms utilize EPC’s eGaN HEMT technology—specifically the EPC7004B and EPC7007B devices—paired with isolated gate driver modules.
Performance-wise, the boards demonstrate strong efficiency levels, with peak efficiency reaching 94.7% for the 100 V platform and 96.6% for the 200 V version. They are optimized for 350 kHz operation but can scale across a wide switching frequency range from 50 kHz to 1.5 MHz, enabling flexibility in design trade-offs between efficiency, size, and thermal performance.
The boards also integrate features such as adjustable dead-time control, galvanic isolation for balanced switching, and configurable output filtering, allowing engineers to tailor performance to specific application requirements.
From a market and technology perspective, these evaluation platforms highlight the continued push of GaN into high-reliability segments traditionally dominated by silicon and SiC. By enabling high-frequency operation with strong efficiency, EPC Space is targeting applications where size, weight, and performance are critical—particularly in aerospace and defense systems.
This release reinforces the broader trend of GaN adoption moving beyond consumer and data center markets into mission-critical environments, where reliability validation and system-level integration tools are essential for accelerating design cycles.
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