(November 10, 2008) CHANDLER, AZ — Amkor Technology, Inc. has announced a licensing agreement with ASAT Holdings LTD. for its FusionQuad package technology. This agreement will enable ASAT to manufacture packages based on Amkor’s FusionQuad technology platform.
According to Jim Fusaro, Amkor’s corporate VP responsible for wirebond products, there has been a market need for a low-cost package technology for applications in the 150 to 350 pin-count range. He says FusionQuad technology addresses these cost sensitive requirements in addition to improving thermal and electrical performance for advanced applications. “We are in the process of deploying this technology to meet challenging ASIC requirements in hard disk drive, multi-functional printer and HDTV applications,” said Fusaro. “Amkor is pleased that ASAT also sees applications for this technology and we believe multiple sources of supply will facilitate broader adoption of this innovative new package platform.”
Jeff Osmun, president of ASAT, says the two companies have enjoyed benefits from licensing agreements, and expects that to extend to include the FusionQuad technology. “Growth in QFP packages has been slowing as the technology has matured, with little innovation over the past few years,” he said, adding that he expects this technology to inject growth in the QFP family.