Micron Semiconductor

Micron Semiconductor Ltd is a United Kingdom-based manufacturer of specialised silicon and diamond radiation detectors. Founded in 1983 and headquartered in Lancing, the company has built a reputation as a leading supplier of custom detector solutions for demanding scientific and industrial applications. Its primary markets include High Energy Physics, Space, Nuclear, Medical Research, and OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) sectors. The company specialises in producing custom AC and DC single and double sided silicon detectors, as well as polycrystalline and single crystal diamond detectors. These products are individually designed for each customer requirement and are characterised by high performance and reliability. Micron Semiconductor's silicon detector range includes single area detectors, multi-element detectors (single and double sided), strip detectors, pad detectors, microstrip detectors, pixel detectors, and position sensitive detectors. The company also offers a variety of silicon sensor options such as different silicon types, metallisation options, thicknesses, wafer sizes, window types, and sensor packaging. In addition to silicon detectors, Micron Semiconductor manufactures synthetic diamond detectors that are custom designed and space qualified. Diamond detectors offer unique properties including a wide band gap, high carrier mobility, very high resistivity, low Z (tissue equivalent), radiation hardness, and chemical inertness. These detectors are used for fast neutron detection and other applications requiring high energy resolution and ultra-fast signal collection. The company provides both polycrystalline and monocrystalline diamond sensors. Micron Semiconductor serves a global customer base, supplying detectors to major research institutions, space agencies, and industrial partners. The company's website features a product catalogue, technical specifications, and the ability to request custom designs. With decades of experience, Micron Semiconductor continues to be a key player in the field of radiation detection, supporting cutting-edge research and technology development.

Micron Semiconductor Ltd was established in 1983 in the United Kingdom. From its base in Lancing, the company focused on the design and manufacture of silicon radiation detectors for scientific research. Over the following decades, it expanded its product portfolio to include diamond detectors and related technologies, serving high energy physics, space, nuclear, and medical research markets. The company has become a leading manufacturer in its niche, known for custom detector solutions. Its website states: 'Leading the field since 1983… Since 1983 we have become a leading manufacturer of silicon and diamond detectors for the High Energy Physics, Space, Nuclear and Medical Research, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) markets.' The company continues to operate as a private entity, supplying detectors globally.

• 1983

  Company founded in the United Kingdom.

• Expanded product line to include diamond detectors.

Leading manufacturer of silicon and diamond detectors for high energy physics, space, nuclear, and medical research markets, specialising in custom designs.

• Silicon Detectors

  Custom AC and DC single and double sided silicon detectors, including strip, pad, microstrip, pixel, and position sensitive detectors.

• Diamond Detectors

  Synthetic diamond detectors, available in polycrystalline and monocrystalline forms, custom designed and space qualified.

• Broadband Amplifiers

  Detector broadband amplifiers for signal processing.

1. 1Micron Semiconductor Ltdmicronsemiconductor.co.uk
2. 2Diamond | Micron Semiconductor Ltdmicronsemiconductor.co.uk
3. 3Micron Semiconductor (United Kingdom) - Wikidatawikidata.org