Impinj licenses Gen2X to EM Microelectronic

Impinj has announced a licensing agreement with EM Microelectronic to integrate Impinj Gen2X into future EM endpoint ICs, with the next-generation Gen2X-enabled dual-frequency ICs expected to be commercially available in 2027.

EM Microelectronic is a semiconductor manufacturer specialized in the design and production of ultra-low power, low voltage integrated circuits. The agreement will enable EM to integrate Gen2X technology into its RAINFC dual-frequency product line and future offerings.

'We are committed to enabling a broader ecosystem of product and technology providers to deliver powerful offerings to an array of market segments and use cases,' stated Gahan Richardson, executive vice president and general manager at Impinj Business Unit. 'We're thrilled to extend Gen2X performance advantages to EM Microelectronic, and we look forward to the future innovations that stem from this collaboration.'

EM Microelectronic's RAINFC dual-frequency product line extends RFID capability beyond traditional RAIN RFID use cases. Gen2X integration will improve performance on proven use cases while opening the door to new industries and segments.

'With demonstrated operational benefits and compatibility with Gen2 standards, we see enormous potential for future innovations across segments, leveraging the features and capabilities that Gen2X delivers,' commented Pierre Muller, RFID business unit leader at EM Microelectronic. 'Our RAINFC dual-frequency product line greatly extends RFID capability beyond traditional RAIN RFID use cases. Gen2X integration into this and future product lines will further improve performance on proven use cases while opening the door to new industries and segments, delivering unmatched value.'