LUSIX joins LGD in TECH Consortium as a founding member Israeli diamond producer, preeminent producer of diamonds for advanced electronics

The LGD in TECH Consortium is pleased to announce that LUSIX, headquartered in Rehovot, Israel and one of the world’s top diamond producers, has joined as a founding member. This achievement represents a significant milestone in both the growth of the LGD in Tech Consortium and the advancement of the use of lab-grown diamonds in technology.

LUSIX is a pioneer in innovative diamond growth techniques that enable the production of high-quality laboratory diamonds for cutting-edge technological applications. It is a fully integrated company that develops and builds its own cutting-edge CVD reactors and pioneers unique growth processes that enable the production of the highest quality diamonds.

One of LUSIX’s main goals is to develop diamond materials that can serve as an active layer in advanced electronic devices. Lusix can produce ultrapure diamond with precisely controlled doping and defects that can potentially be implemented in applications such as high-power electronic devices.

LUSIX also specializes in growing diamond material for use as heat sinks in high-power electronics. With unmatched thermal conductivity, LUSIX diamonds enable next-generation applications in compact, high-power devices. This technology has applications ranging from defense and electric vehicles to smart grids and renewable energy systems, paving the way for more efficient and powerful electronic solutions.

The decision to join the LGD in TECH consortium highlights the growing awareness of the importance of cooperation in shaping the future of the laboratory diamond industry and its significance for the technology sector.

“We are pleased to welcome LUSIX as a founding member of LGD in the technology industry,“ said Liz Chatelain, co-founder of the consortium. “They are a remarkable addition to our group with their unmatched experience in thermal management solutions such as diamond heat spreaders, active layers in advanced electronics and diamond optics, taking advantage of the material’s broad optical transparency and extreme hardness and durability.”

The LGD in TECH Consortium aims to foster collaboration between industry leaders, researchers and innovators to accelerate the development and adoption of lab-grown diamonds in technology sectors such as electronics, optics, quantum computing, defense and space. By joining forces with LUSIX, the consortium is poised to make significant advances in the research, development and commercialization of cutting-edge diamond-based technologies. The inherent properties of lab-grown diamonds include the highest thermal conductivity, wide band gap, exceptional electronic transport, hardest material, wide optical transmission and NV centers, to name a few.

“We are excited to join the LGD in TECH consortium as a founding member” said Yossi Yayon, Ph.D., CTO and CEO of LUSIX.This partnership represents a unique opportunity to collaborate with other industry leaders and drive innovation in the lab-grown diamond sector. We look forward to contributing our expertise and working together to unlock the full potential of lab-grown diamond technology.”

The LGD in TECH Consortium, whose members are leading lab-grown diamond companies, R&D entities and product developers in semiconductors, optics, space technology, defense, electronics and medical technology, invites other industry stakeholders to join this groundbreaking initiative and contribute to the future of lab-grown diamond technology. Together we can reach new heights of innovation and sustainability.

LGD in TECH will be exhibiting at the upcoming SEMICON WEST semiconductor industry trade show, which will be held at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, California, July 9-11, in booth 972, South Hall.

The $557 billion semiconductor industry plays a key role in many areas, including quantum computing, defense, optics, space exploration, and other technologies. By integrating cultivated diamonds into semiconductor manufacturing processes, industries can unlock new levels of performance, reliability, and innovation.

Specialized diamond substrates will soon revolutionize the semiconductor market.

LGD in TECH invites SEMICON WEST attendees to visit booth 972 South Hall to learn more about cutting-edge applications of cultivated diamonds in semiconductor technology, as well as quantum computing, defense, optics, laser systematics, space technology and more. Representatives will be available to discuss the latest research, collaborations and partnership opportunities.

Membership in LGD in TECH is open to all entities interested in following and participating in this evolution. To join, visit www.LGDinTECH.org.

More information:

Diamond substrates: Lab-grown diamond substrates can be used as a base for semiconductor device fabrication. Diamond’s insulating properties make it an excellent substrate for certain types of semiconductor devices, especially those requiring high breakdown voltage and low leakage current. Diamond substrates can provide better insulation between different components of a semiconductor device, reducing crosstalk and improving overall performance.
Heat spreaders: In semiconductor devices, thermal management is critical to maintaining performance and reliability. Diamond heat spreaders can effectively remove heat from hot spots in electronic devices such as high-power transistors and integrated circuits (ICs). In fact, GaN-on-Diamond transistors demonstrate a 40% reduction in gate temperature compared to GaN-on-SiC devices currently used in high-power electronics. As a result, Diamond allows power devices to be minimized or used at higher power.
Diamond diodes:Diamond diodes can be manufactured using laboratory-grown diamonds as the semiconductor material. Due to their wide band gap and excellent electrical properties, diamond diodes can operate at high temperatures and high voltages, making them suitable for various applications such as power rectifiers, high-voltage switches, and radiation detectors.
Diamond transistors: Transistors made from grown diamond have potential for high-power, high-frequency applications. These transistors can operate efficiently at elevated temperatures and offer high breakdown voltages. They are used in radio frequency (RF) amplifiers, power switches, and other high-power electronics.
Diamond sensors: Grown diamond-based sensors are used in semiconductor technology for various purposes, such as temperature detection, radiation detection, and pressure detection. Their high sensitivity, stability, and resistance to harsh environments make them ideal for demanding semiconductor applications.
Diamond coatings:Diamond coatings deposited on semiconductor surfaces can increase their durability, wear resistance, and thermal conductivity. These coatings can improve the performance and reliability of semiconductor devices, especially in harsh operating conditions.
Quantum Sensors and Computing: In emerging fields such as quantum sensing and quantum computing, defects in diamonds known as nitrogen-vacancy (NV) centers are of particular interest. These defects can be deliberately introduced into lab-grown diamonds and used as qubits for quantum information processing. Although this application is not directly related to traditional semiconductor devices, it shows another potential use for lab-grown diamonds at the cutting edge of technology.

For more information and to arrange a meeting at booth 972 at SEMICON WEST, please contact us by email (email protected).