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PLANO, Texas - Diodes Incorporated (NASDAQ:DIOD), a $2.52 billion market cap semiconductor manufacturer with strong financial health indicators and more cash than debt on its balance sheet, has launched two new automotive-compliant 80V ideal diode controllers, the AP74502Q and AP74502HQ, designed for reverse connection protection and voltage transient management in vehicle systems.
The controllers are compatible with 12V, 24V, and emerging 48V battery systems, including those in hybrid and electric vehicles. They feature load disconnect functionality for overvoltage and undervoltage events, with the ability to operate at input voltages as low as 3.2V to ensure reliability during cold crank conditions. With annual revenue of $1.34 billion and a current ratio of 3.43, InvestingPro data shows the company maintains strong liquidity to support its product development initiatives.
Both devices offer a peak gate turn-off sink current of 2.3A for rapid MOSFET deactivation when needed. The AP74502Q provides a 60μA peak gate source current for smooth start-up with inrush current control, while the AP74502HQ delivers a higher 11mA peak gate source current for faster MOSFET turn-on within approximately 1μs.
The controllers maintain low power consumption with a 62μA operating quiescent current when the charge pump is enabled, and 1μA in disabled mode, which helps minimize battery drain.
According to the company’s press release, the devices can be used in various automotive applications including advanced driver assistance systems, body control modules, infotainment systems, exterior lighting, and USB charging ports. Investors anticipating the company’s next earnings report on August 7, 2025, can access comprehensive analysis and additional insights through InvestingPro’s detailed research reports.
The products are available in the SOT28 package with an operating temperature range from -40°C to +125°C, priced at $0.27 each for orders of 1,000 units.
Both controllers are qualified to AEC-Q100 Grade 1 standards and manufactured in facilities certified to IATF 16949. Trading at a relatively high P/E ratio of 98.77, InvestingPro subscribers can access 8 additional key insights and a comprehensive analysis of the company’s valuation metrics through the platform’s exclusive Pro Research Report, available for over 1,400 US stocks.
In other recent news, Diodes Incorporated reported its first-quarter 2025 earnings, with an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.19, which did not meet the forecast of $0.31. The revenue for the quarter was $332.1 million, slightly below the anticipated $334.84 million. Despite these figures, the company remains optimistic, projecting second-quarter revenue growth to $355 million. Benchmark recently adjusted its price target for Diodes, initially lowering it to $55 due to a previous quarter’s results but later raising it to $62, maintaining a Buy rating. The research firm cited the company’s strategic pivot and gross margin expansion under new leadership as positive factors. Diodes also appointed Gary Yu as the new CEO, who has been with the company for over 16 years and is recognized for his contributions. Additionally, Diodes announced a change in its independent auditor to Baker Tilly, following a merger with its previous auditor, Moss Adams LLP. This transition was approved by the Audit Committee without any reported disagreements.
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