Renesas Launches Industry’s Smallest Configurable IC for Compact Electronics
Event summary
- Renesas introduced the SLG46801, the smallest GreenPAK configurable mixed-signal device, available in 9-ball WLCSP (1.155 mm × 1.155 mm) and 12-lead STQFN packages.
- The device features multi-time programmability, allowing post-deployment updates via I²C interface.
- Sampling of the STQFN package is now available, with WLCSP mass production planned for November 2026.
- The SLG46801 integrates analog comparators, lookup tables, oscillators, and voltage-tolerant GPIOs for compact consumer electronics.
The big picture
Renesas is addressing the growing demand for smaller, feature-rich consumer devices by offering a highly configurable, space-saving IC. This aligns with broader industry trends toward miniaturization and integration of complex functions into compact form factors. With over four billion GreenPAK devices shipped, Renesas is leveraging its leadership in configurable mixed-signal technology to maintain its position in the semiconductor market.
What we're watching
- Adoption Pace
- How quickly the SLG46801 will be integrated into smart devices like wearables and VR glasses.
- Competitive Response
- Whether competitors will introduce similarly compact configurable ICs to challenge Renesas.
- Design Flexibility
- The extent to which multi-time programmability will reduce redesign cycles in consumer electronics.
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