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Lattice Semiconductor today announced that its flexible USB Type-C port controller , the LIF-UC™ device, has been selected for the SPEEDY charger adapter from Salcomp, the world’s largest manufacturer of rechargeable batteries for portable devices. Salcomp plans to use Lattice’s upgradeable port controller in future intelligent USB Type-C accessories that will deliver higher power to mobile devices.

Lattice's LIF-UC port controller connects to the AC/DC controller inside the charger, allowing for a simpler and less expensive design. Lattice's solution, which utilizes FPGA architecture, is flexible, allowing Salcom's products to be differentiated and competitive through customized designs. Salcom is a world leader in chargers for mobile phones and tablets, and also produces external charging adapters for other communication devices. USB Type-C, capable of transmitting up to 100W of power, is the new connector for many of the next-generation products that Salcom’s customers are developing.

“We developed the LIF-UC port controller family to provide customers with a variety of design options to enable USB Type-C power delivery,” said CH Chee, senior director of consumer marketing at Lattice Semiconductor. “By leveraging Lattice’s flexible FPGA architecture, Salcom can support enhanced charging performance in its latest products.”

“Lattice’s technology and the strengths of USB Type-C were an ideal combination for us to implement our product,” said Markku Hangasjärvi, President and CEO of Salcom. “We look forward to continuing our collaboration with Lattice on the development of future USB Type-C charger products.”