Qorvo SiC JFET Technology Business
2025
$119M
Why
ON Semiconductor acquired Qorvo's silicon carbide JFET technology business to address the AC-DC conversion stage in power supply units for AI data centers. The acquisition added JFET technology that enables high energy efficiency and power density in server power supplies, complementing ON Semiconductor's existing EliteSiC MOSFET portfolio.
Impact
The acquisition expanded ON Semiconductor's power management portfolio for the AI data center market, a high-growth segment driven by generative AI infrastructure buildout. The JFET technology is specifically designed for the AC-DC stage of server power supplies, where efficiency and density are critical.
Outcome
The acquisition closed on January 14, 2025. The JFET technology is being integrated into ON Semiconductor's power solutions portfolio for cloud power and AI data center applications, targeting the growing demand for power-efficient computing infrastructure.