Indium Phosphide (InP)

Powering High-Speed Optical Innovation

Indium Phosphide (InP) is the cornerstone of high-performance photonic and RF systems, enabling low-noise, high-frequency solutions for 5G and datacom. Through our Singapore-Taiwan partnership, leveraging Taiwan’s 46% global foundry expertise, our InP material offers exceptional electron mobility (5400 cm²/V·s) and direct bandgap (1.34 eV). Driving the $2.26 billion InP market, it powers efficient, scalable systems for telecom and aerospace.

Standout Features

  • High Electron Mobility: 5400 cm²/V·s enables rapid signal processing for optical systems.

  • Direct Bandgap: 1.34 eV supports efficient photon emission for lasers and photodetectors.

  • Low-Noise Performance: Minimizes signal distortion in high-frequency applications.

  • High-Frequency Capability: Supports >100 GHz for mmWave and photonic systems.

  • Thermal Resilience: Operates up to 200°C, ideal for telecom and aerospace environments.

InP vs. Silicon – Material Advantages

  • Electron Mobility: 5400 cm²/V·s (vs. silicon’s 1400 cm²/V·s) enables 4x faster signal processing.

  • Direct Bandgap: 1.34 eV (vs. silicon’s indirect 1.12 eV) supports efficient photonic devices.

  • Higher Frequency: >100 GHz (vs. silicon’s 10–20 GHz) excels in mmWave and optical applications.

  • Lower Noise: Reduced recombination enhances signal clarity in photodetectors.

  • Smaller Footprint: Higher performance enables 15% smaller PICs vs. silicon photonics.

Industries Served

  • Telecommunications

  • Data Centers

  • Aerospace

  • Automotive

  • Medical

Superior Benefits

  • High-Speed Connectivity: Powers low-latency 5G and datacom networks with PICs.

  • Energy Efficiency: Direct bandgap reduces laser power consumption by 25%.

  • Compact Designs: Enables miniaturized photonic and RF components for data centers.

  • High Reliability: Robust material properties ensure performance in critical applications.

  • Scalable Production: Supports high-volume manufacturing for cost-effective solutions.

Applications

  • 5G & 6G: PICs and photodetectors for 5G and fiber-optic networks.

  • Datacom: High-speed lasers for AI-driven data centers and cloud computing.

  • Satellites: Optical sensors for communications and radar systems.

  • Electric Vehicles: LiDAR photodetectors for autonomous vehicle navigation.

  • Medical Devices: Optical sensors for imaging and diagnostic systems.

Why Choose Indium Phosphide?

Indium Phosphide is the foundation for high-speed, low-noise photonic and RF systems, surpassing silicon with its exceptional electron mobility and direct bandgap. Our InP material empowers innovators to build compact, efficient solutions for 5G, datacom, and aerospace, delivering unparalleled performance and reliability for a connected, data-driven future.