Exar Corporation is a semiconductor company that designs and manufactures analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits (ICs) for use in communication, networking, storage, and industrial applications. The company was founded in 1971 and is based in San Jose, California.

 

In 2017, Exar was acquired by MaxLinear, a leading provider of radio frequency (RF) and mixed-signal IC solutions for broadband communications and data center, metro, and long-haul transport network applications. Following the acquisition, Exar became a wholly-owned subsidiary of MaxLinear, and its product portfolio was integrated into MaxLinear's existing offerings.

 

Exar's product line includes a range of high-performance ICs, including amplifiers, data converters, interface ICs, power management solutions, timing and synchronization products, and video processing ICs. These products are used in a variety of end markets, including telecommunications, data centers, automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics.

 

One of Exar's key strengths is its expertise in developing and delivering high-performance solutions that meet the demanding requirements of its customers. The company has a strong focus on innovation and invests heavily in research and development to ensure that it stays at the forefront of technology.