Microchip Technology Inc., headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, is a global semiconductor company specialising in microcontrollers (MCUs), analog devices, FPGAs, and embedded system solutions. Founded in 1989 after a spinoff from General Instrument, Microchip has grown into one of the most recognisable names in the embedded systems market, serving industries such as automotive, aerospace, consumer, communications, industrial, and medical.

The company’s core strength lies in its expansive portfolio of microcontrollers, ranging from 8-bit to 32-bit architectures, which are widely used in everything from household appliances and IoT devices to advanced automotive and industrial control systems. Alongside MCUs, Microchip offers a comprehensive range of analog and mixed-signal ICs, timing solutions, power management devices, memory products, and interface components.

Microchip has also built a strong position in programmable logic through its acquisition of Microsemi, which added FPGAs, SoCs, and security technologies to its portfolio. These solutions expand Microchip’s reach into aerospace, defence, communications infrastructure, and data centres, where high reliability and long lifecycle support are critical.

One of the company’s defining features is its focus on providing complete embedded solutions. In addition to silicon, Microchip offers development tools, software libraries, and technical support that enable engineers to accelerate design cycles and reduce system costs. Its MPLAB ecosystem of IDEs, compilers, and debug tools is widely used by embedded engineers worldwide.

Microchip also emphasises long-term product availability, making it a trusted supplier for industries with extended design lifecycles such as automotive, medical, and aerospace. This, combined with its global footprint of design centres, manufacturing sites, and distribution partners, ensures stability and reliability for customers.

With its broad portfolio, engineering support, and commitment to longevity, Microchip has established itself as a key enabler of embedded innovation, providing the technologies that power billions of devices worldwide.