New LaunchJul 2, 2026, 08:32 AM
Allegro MicroSystems Launches A81415 ASIL-D PMIC for Brake-by-Wire
AI Summary
Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. announced the launch of its A81415, the industry's first ASIL-D-certified Power Management IC (PMIC) to integrate a wheel-speed sensor interface. This new device simplifies electromechanical braking (EMB) designs by providing a single-chip power and sensing foundation for next-generation brake-by-wire systems. The A81415 eliminates up to nine external components, saving up to $4 in semiconductor bill-of-materials per vehicle and freeing over 50% of usable board space, while also being ASIL-D and AEC-Q100 qualified.
Key Highlights
- Introduced A81415, industry's first ASIL-D PMIC with integrated wheel-speed sensor interface.
- Eliminates up to nine external components, saving up to $4 in semiconductor BOM per vehicle.
- Unlocks over 50% of usable board space for brake caliper design headroom.
- A81415 is ASIL-D and AEC-Q100 qualified, meeting highest safety standards.
- Offers 12V-to-48V scalability for next-generation corner modules.
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