Advanced Photonic Solutions & Services

LIGENTEC is your strategic partner for high-performance integrated photonics. Utilizing our unique 200 mm volume-scale Silicon Nitride (SiN) platform, we provide customized, low-loss Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) solutions spanning from research and development to high-volume manufacturing.

We are committed to delivering reliable, high-quality PICs supported by expert assistance. This dedication enables industry-leading performance in crucial applications such as LIDAR, Quantum and Optical Computing, Biosensing, Datacom, Telecom, and Metrology.

We streamline your integrated photonics development through a structured yet flexible process.  Our journey together typically starts with a project consultation, where we understand your vision and application requirements. This leads into the design and optimization phase, leveraging our comprehensive PDKs and expert support (Design Enablement & Expert Support) to ensure your concepts are manufacturable.

  • For rapid testing and validation, our fast-turnaround, industrialised 200 mm processing line supports dedicated runs for accelerated development cycles, while our MPW Program offers a cost-effective alternative for prototyping.
  • As your design matures, we transition to pilot production and ultimately high-volume manufacturing through our Dedicated Foundry Services, integrating advanced components and modules where needed (Integrated Component Libraries & Advanced Modules).
  • For unique challenges, we offer custom integration and strategic R&D partnerships throughout this process to pioneer new functionalities.

1. Dedicated Foundry Services: Scale Your High-Performance PICs

Bringing cutting-edge photonic designs to reliable, high-volume production requires precision and consistency. Our state-of-the-art, automotive-qualified 200 mm SiN foundry provides the solution:

  • Unparalleled Performance: Ultra-low propagation losses (<0.5 dB/m) and high-Q resonators (>20M) for precision.
  • Uncompromising Quality: Optical and morphological testing, certifications, and Statistical Process Control (SPC) ensure reliability and peace of mind.
  • Industrial Scalability: Robust 200 mm platform for efficient, high-volume manufacturing to meet market demand.

Production Scale & Volume Tiers

We guide your projects through seamless scaling from R&D to mass production.

TYPE OF RUN TYPICAL CHIP VOLUME
Multi-Project Wafers / Custom Prototyping 10s – 100s

TYPE OF RUN TYPICAL CHIP VOLUME
Pilot Production > 2,000
Volume Production > 10,000

Overcome scaling challenges with LIGENTEC’s trusted foundry expertise.

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Inside LIGENTEC's automotive-qualified cleanroom, the state-of-the-art facility for producing Silicon Nitride PICs.

2. MPW Program: Rapid Prototyping & Cost-Effective Access

We guide your projects through seamless scaling from R&D to mass production.

Accelerate your innovation with our frequent Multi-Project Wafer (MPW) Program. This cost-effective service is ideal for rapid prototyping and technology access:

  • Accelerated Development: Approx. 15 runs/year shorten time-to-market.
  • Reduced Upfront Costs: Share wafer costs, making advanced PIC development accessible.
  • Advanced Integrations: Access InGaAs Photodetectors (MPW-AN800) and Thin-Film Lithium Niobate (TFLN) Modulators (MPW-LN) via LIGENTEC LABS.

Empower your rapid innovation cycle with LIGENTEC’s MPW service.

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3. Design Enablement & Expert Support: Concept to Production

Transform complex photonic concepts into manufacturable designs with our comprehensive design enablement tools and expert guidance.

  • Comprehensive PDKs: Robust PDK implementation for major software providers with DRC rules and validated models for “First Time Right” designs.
  • Expert Support: Our team provides technical guidance, design optimization, and troubleshooting, fostering true partnerships.
  • Customization: Flexible solutions precisely tailored to your unique requirements for optimal performance.

Ensure your designs are optimized for success with our deep expertise.

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A 200mm semiconductor wafer showcasing multiple high-performance Silicon Nitride PICs fabricated at LIGENTEC's foundry.

4. Integrated Component Libraries & Advanced Modules: Accelerating Your Build

We guide your projects through seamless scaling from R&D to mass production.

Reduce design complexity and risk using our extensive library of pre-validated, high-performance components and fabrication modules.

  • Proven Components: Low-loss delay lines, MZIs, phase shifters, tunable devices, polarization management, and splitters amongst others.
  • Specialized Modules: Include X2 (multi-level circuits), LoCA (local cladding open for sensing/integration), P1 (high-efficiency heaters), ExSpot (spot size converters), heater undercut (enhanced efficiency heaters) and RIB (partial waveguide etching).
  • Reduced Risk: Benefit from proven performance metrics, saving development time and resources.

Design sophisticated PICs efficiently with pre-validated, high-performance solutions.

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LOW-LOSS INTEGRATED PHOTONICS