CAMARILLO, Calif., Oct. 27, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Semtech Corporation (Nasdaq:SMTC), a leading supplier of analog and mixed-signal semiconductors,
today announced the immediate availability of LinkCharge CT (countertop), an out-of-box-ready infrastructure wireless charging system for use
in public, enterprise and consumer settings ― almost anywhere that most wirelessly charging, standards-compliant mobile phones and
tablets are used and need to be charged. LinkCharge CT is the only 15W medium power system that is currently compliant with the two
major wireless charging industry standards, Wireless Power Consortium and AirFuel Alliance, and it is compatible with faster charging phones, allowing the broadest number
of devices to quickly and wirelessly restore battery power. LinkCharge CT is sold through Semtech’s distribution channel and is
available today for purchase.
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“McDonald’s, Starbucks, Marriott and Hilton already offer wireless charging in some locations, and further
penetration of the technology in more public areas will intensify growth in the public infrastructure segment of the market,” said
David Green, Research Manager for Wireless Power at IHS Technology. “In fact, the one-millionth public infrastructure transmitter
is forecast to ship this year and the market is expected to more than triple in the next two years, as adoption of receivers into
mobile phones and laptops takes hold, driving growth in supporting infrastructure.”
“Providing access to wireless charging technology is a natural extension of connectivity services and the
overall customer experience offered by major brands and public venues,” said Ruwanga Dassanayake, Product Line Manager for
Semtech’s Power and High Reliability Product Group. “LinkCharge CT was designed and manufactured to make it easy for these
facilities to install, test, market and deploy wireless charging without making a significant upfront investment, overcoming the
common deployment concerns. The system is regulatory certified and is currently the only one to provide dual mode wireless charging
standards compliance.”
The medium power (15-watt output) wireless charging system can be mounted underneath the surface of existing
furniture, counter tops, desks or other non-metallic surfaces. It does not require a hole to be drilled from the top of the
surface, thereby, preserving the surface/furnishing aesthetics. The wireless charging signal can penetrate up to 10mm of material
to transmit power between the charger and the receiver. View the “LinkCharge CT Installation” demonstration video for a tutorial.
Key Features of LinkCharge CT
- Supports medium power output at 15 watts
- Compatible with both WPC and AirFuel Alliance wireless charging standards
- Compatible with faster charging phones
- Regulatory certified
LinkCharge CT is ideally suited for
- Commercial and Residential Furnishings
- Restaurants/Hospitality
- Transportation Stations/Lounges
- Industrial Environments
- Education Facilities
Pricing and Availability
The LinkCharge CT (DMTX-19V15W-EZ-SYS) is available immediately and is priced at $54 each for
1,000-unit volumes. Distributors with available inventory include Digi-Key, Mouser, Arrow and Future Electronics. For volume
pricing and lead times, contact a Semtech sales representative at www.semtech.com/info.
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Semtech Corporation is a leading supplier of analog and mixed-signal semiconductors for high-end consumer, enterprise computing,
communications, and industrial equipment. Products are designed to benefit the engineering community as well as the global
community. The Company is dedicated to reducing the impact it, and its products, have on the environment. Internal green programs
seek to reduce waste through material and manufacturing control, use of green technology and designing for resource reduction.
Publicly traded since 1967, Semtech is listed on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol SMTC. For more information, visit
www.semtech.com.
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