Now shipping in volume production, the 18SCT005 enables design engineers to replace bulky, high-voltage resistors with a monolithic, low-cost IC

SAN ANTONIO — APEC 2026 — March 19, 2026 — In booth 2218, SimpleChips Technology Inc., a global provider of analog and mixed-signal application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs) for automotive, medical, industrial and aerospace applications, today announced the availability of the 18SCT005, the industry’s first 1200V high-voltage monitor IC. With superior output accuracy of 0.7%, this monolithic IC is ideal for a variety of applications, including automotive EV powertrain and inverters, cardiac defibrillators, and industrial high-voltage sensing. It integrates high-voltage capability up to +/-1200V, a 1KHz low-pass filter and a voltage buffer into a very small TSSOP8 4.4mm package. 

“Not only is the 18SCT005 the first of its kind, but it’s also the only chip in the world capable of this level of performance,” says Alain Comeau, CEO and CTO of SimpleChips. “This single-chip solution replaces bulky resistors, avoiding the expensive and time-consuming task of temperature coefficient matching, while also integrating discrete components that typically take up valuable board space. It is a low-cost, space-saving and very efficient solution for the fast-growing high-voltage market.” 

Key Product Features

This monolithic chip has the following features:

• +/-1200V input
• Output accurate to better than 0.7%
• Built-in buffer
• Second order low-pass filter
• Very small TSSOP8 4.4mm package
• Wide temperature range from -55°C to 125°C

For product information, including the datasheet, visit the 18SCT005 product page.

To request product samples, contact SimpleChips.

Visit SimpleChips at APEC 2026

SimpleChips is showcasing the 18SCT005 at the IEEE Applied Power Electronics Conference (APEC) from March 23-25 in San Antonio, Texas. To learn more, visit booth 2218, or attend the company’s presentation on March 24 at 3 p.m. in the theater 214D on the exhibit hall floor.

About SimpleChips

SimpleChips is a fabless semiconductor and intellectual property supplier specializing in high voltage, optoelectronic, integrated sensors, life-sustaining components and mission-critical ICs. SimpleChips applies its deep understanding of process and device physics to achieve optimum product size, power and performance goals. Over its 20-year history, SimpleChips has established long-standing, trusted relationships with its Customers, by delivering world-class products and customer support through a guaranteed supply chain. The company provides simple and cost-effective semiconductor solutions for real-world applications ranging from custom solutions to off-the-shelf standard solutions. More information at www.simplechips.com and on LinkedIn.

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Collaboration highlights growing demand for SimpleChips’ ASIC design and manufacturing solutions in high reliability applications

TEMECULA, Calif. — Dec. 15, 2025 — SimpleChips Technology Inc., a global provider of analog and mixed-signal application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs) for automotive, medical, industrial and aerospace applications, today announced it has commenced a custom ASIC project with a leading defense and aerospace prime contractor. 

“This project validates SimpleChips’ technical depth and our ability to deliver custom ICs that meet rigorous demands,” said Alain Comeau, CEO and CTO of SimpleChips. “The ASIC leverages SimpleChips’ proven mixed-signal design methodology, paired with stringent environmental requirements and exceptional test coverage. It is a privilege to collaborate with an industry leader, known for delivering technically complex and high-stakes programs in mission-critical systems. Programs like these are in line with SimpleChips’ strategy to develop and maintain long-term relationships with high-value customers.”

The collaboration reflects a broader industry trend in which prime contractors are increasingly seeking specialized ASIC partners capable of sustaining custom semiconductor solutions across extended program lifecycles. ASICs give system integrators precise control over functionality, power envelope, and form factor, with long-term supply agreements providing continuity over multiple decades.

SimpleChips is well positioned to meet these needs. The company is ITAR registered and combines design expertise with full export control compliance and full-lifecycle supply chain integrity. SimpleChips supports both low- and high-volume programs with guaranteed supply commitments, and its design methodologies address environmental rigors of these applications. This is all backed by a low-NRE model that makes ASIC development accessible, even for programs with constrained budgets.

For information about SimpleChips’ ASIC services or to request a quote, contact SimpleChips.

About SimpleChips

SimpleChips is a fabless semiconductor and intellectual property supplier specializing in high voltage, optoelectronic, integrated sensors, life-sustaining components and mission-critical ICs. SimpleChips applies its deep understanding of process and device physics to achieve optimum product size, power and performance goals. Over its 20-year history, SimpleChips has established long-standing, trusted relationships with its Customers, by delivering world-class products and customer support through a guaranteed supply chain. The company provides simple and cost-effective semiconductor solutions for real-world applications ranging from custom solutions to off-the-shelf standard solutions. More information at www.simplechips.com and on LinkedIn.

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30-year semiconductor industry veteran brings extensive design and EDA expertise 

TEMECULA, Calif. — Nov. 12, 2025 — SimpleChips Technology Inc., a global provider of analog and mixed-signal application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs) for automotive, medical, industrial and aerospace applications, today announced Bengt-Erik Embretsén has joined the team as Director of Design.

“We welcome Bengt-Erik (BEE) to the SimpleChips team,” said Alain Comeau, CEO and CTO of SimpleChips. “BEE is widely recognized as an industry expert in EDA. From specification to implementation, he brings in-depth user knowledge of the entire design flow and supports customers in meeting their design requirements.”

Embretsen, a 30-year industry veteran, is an electronic design automation (EDA) and IT infrastructure professional with extensive experience in implementing design environments to increase efficiency and decrease expenses. Over his career, he has directed and developed multiple CAD and R&D teams. He previously held engineering management positions at Cadence and Microsemi. 

For information about SimpleChips’ ASIC services or to request a quote, contact SimpleChips.

About SimpleChips

SimpleChips is a fabless semiconductor and intellectual property supplier specializing in high voltage, optoelectronic, integrated sensors, life-sustaining components and mission-critical ICs. SimpleChips applies its deep understanding of process and device physics to achieve optimum product size, power and performance goals. Over its 20-year history, SimpleChips has established long-standing, trusted relationships with its Customers, by delivering world-class products and customer support through a guaranteed supply chain. The company provides simple and cost-effective semiconductor solutions for real-world applications ranging from custom solutions to off-the-shelf standard solutions. More information at www.simplechips.com and on LinkedIn.

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CARLSBAD, Calif.— Dec. 15, 2021 — Leading semiconductor industry publication, Semiconductor Review, has named SimpleChips Technology a Top 10 Power Electronics Solution Provider. 

Other Top 10 companies included Infineon Technologies, Microchip Technology, Monolithic Power Systems, ON Semiconductor, Power Integrations, SL Power Electronics and Vishay Intertechnology. 

With this recognition, Semiconductor Review wrote up a profile on SimpleChips, detailing the company’s history, products and market focus. 

“Today, SimpleChips is a fabless semiconductor specializing in high voltage, optoelectronic, and sensor integrated circuit designs. The company’s deep understanding of the ever demanding high voltage requirements and device physics enabled the development of 1000V mixed-signal semiconductor integrated circuits using standard foundry processes and thereby delivering unparalleled product integration levels.” 

The full profile can be read on the Semiconductor Review website.  

About SimpleChips:

SimpleChips is a global provider of analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits for medical, industrial and military applications. Our mission is to provide simple and cost-effective semiconductor solutions for complex real-world applications ranging from tailor-made custom solutions to off-the-shelf application specific standard solutions. Additional information can be found by visiting www.simplechips.com and on LinkedIn.

Carlsbad, USA / November 5th, 2021 – SimpleChips Technology Inc., a global provider of analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits for commercial, medical, industrial and military applications, announced today the inclusion of design models for six products into the popular SnapEDA platform.

SnapEDA provides schematics symbols, footprints and 3-D models for millions of electronic components which help engineers build products faster by removing design barriers. “Being part of SnapEDA ecosystem will improve access to our products and make them easier to design into complex programs regardless of the design platform our customers wants to use” said Francois Pelletier, Vice-President Sales and Marketing.

To learn more about SnapEDA Library, visit: www.snapeda.com.

About SimpleChips:

SimpleChips is a global provider of analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits for medical, industrial and military applications. Our mission is to provide simple and cost-effective semiconductor solutions for complex real-world applications ranging from tailor-made custom solutions to off-the-shelf application specific standard solutions. Additional information can be found by visiting www.simplechips.com and on LinkedIn.

Carlsbad, USA / March 3rd, 2021 – SimpleChips Technology Inc., a global provider of analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits for commercial, medical, industrial and military applications, announced today it is further enhancing its product access by selling products on the DigiKey Marketplace.

Nine SimpleChips products, including the new 1200V high-side switch 16SCT100, are currently available on the DigiKey Marketplace. “The DigiKey Marketplace is providing an easy and fast access to our products for a broad range of customers around the world,” said Francois Pelletier, Vice-President Sales and Marketing. 

SimpleChips products on the Marketplace are in stock and shipping within 1 to 5 days.

To find and order SimpleChips products on the DigiKey Marketplace, visit: https://www.digikey.com/en/supplier-centers/simplechips.

About SimpleChips

SimpleChips is a global provider of analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits for medical, industrial and military applications. Our mission is to provide simple and cost-effective semiconductor solutions for complex real-world applications ranging from tailor-made custom solutions to off-the-shelf application specific standard solutions. Additional information can be found by visiting www.simplechips.com and on LinkedIn.

Carlsbad, USA / November 23rd, 2020 – SimpleChips Technology Inc., a global provider of analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits for commercial, medical, industrial and military applications, today announced it successfully integrated a complete 1200V 15A High-Side Switch into a single TO-263 package. The 16SCT100 is extremely compact and easy to use to drive resistive (need to check inductive loads…) loads.

Currently, high power high-side switches are generally implemented using a high power IGBT or MOSFET combined with a companion Gate Driver and discrete components. This topology, although flexible, requires significant board space which might not be suitable to all commercial, industrial or medical application. The 16SCT100 is designed to optimize space by offering a standalone high-side switch into a single TO-263 package. It does not require any external components while it provides enough creepage distances to support operation without the use of conformal coating or PCB slots. “Over the past years, we have developed very small high voltage Gate Drivers for medical implant devices, and by reusing our technology we developed a product we believe will enable more compact products” says Alain Comeau, CEO & CTO at SimpleChips.

The device is easy to operate directly with low voltage control lines. The device provides excellent power efficiency with low On-Resistance (210mOhms) and high-voltage off current.

Availability:

The 16SCT100 is in final phase of development and evaluation samples are available for qualified customers.

About SimpleChips:

SimpleChips is a global provider of analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits for medical, industrial and military applications. Our mission is to provide simple and cost-effective semiconductor solutions for complex real-world applications ranging from tailor-made custom solutions to off-the-shelf application specific standard solutions.

SimpleChips is headquartered in Carlsbad, Calif. For more information, visit www.simplechips.com.