Semiconductor industry "three high," a strong momentum, the output value of 500 billion US dollars

According to the latest report from the International Semiconductor Industry Association (SEMI), the global semiconductor industry is experiencing a period of rapid growth. In 2017, the total output value surpassed $400 billion for the first time, and the trend continued into 2018 with an expected growth rate of 4% to 8%. By 2019, the industry is projected to reach over $500 billion, marking another milestone in the sector's development. Zeng Ruijun, a senior industry researcher at SEMI Taiwan, highlighted that 2017 was a record-breaking year for the global semiconductor market, with a 20% annual growth rate. This surge was largely driven by the booming memory sector. Specifically, DRAM output increased by 75% year-on-year, while NAND flash memory output rose by 45%. Other integrated circuits also saw a 9% growth, showing strong demand across various segments. In 2018, Samsung, SK Hynix, and Micron are set to expand their DRAM production capacities, with an expected 10% increase in supply. This expansion is fueled by rising demand from sectors such as IoT, AI, automotive electronics, and consumer devices. Experts predict that by 2021, the DRAM market could see a staggering 30% annual growth. The three major players in the DRAM industry—Samsung, SK Hynix, and Micron—are all accelerating their expansion plans. Samsung has been ramping up production at its P1 plant and Line 15 in Pyeongtaek, South Korea, while SK Hynix is focusing on its M14 line. Micron is also expanding its facilities in Hiroshima, though the bulk of the capacity growth is still coming from the Korean manufacturers. Beyond DRAM, the NAND flash industry is also undergoing significant expansion. Samsung’s Pyeongtaek Plant, SK Hynix’s M14 line, Micron’s Fab15 and Fab16 in Lehi and Singapore, Toshiba’s Fab2/Fab6, and Intel’s Dalian Plant (Fab68) are all part of this trend. SEMI estimates that DRAM equipment spending reached approximately $13 billion in 2017, doubling from the previous year. It is expected to rise to $14 billion in 2018. Similarly, NAND equipment investment hit around $19 billion in 2017, a significant jump from 2016, and is projected to reach $20 billion in 2018. While the industry is optimistic about future growth, it’s important to note that demand is also increasing rapidly. Applications like wireless communication, automotive electronics, and consumer devices are driving new opportunities. The main contributors to semiconductor growth in 2017 were DRAM, NAND, sensors, optoelectronics, and discrete components, and these trends are expected to continue. The “three highs” of the semiconductor industry—high-value sales, high equipment investment, and high silicon wafer shipments—were all recorded in 2017. With the expansion of 3D NAND, DRAM, and foundry capacities, the industry is poised for even greater growth in 2018. SEMI predicts that fab equipment investments will reach $63 billion in 2018, setting a new record. This growth is being led by the expansion of 3D NAND factories, major DRAM camps, and cross-strait foundries, which collectively invested over $57 billion in 2017. Looking ahead, 12-inch wafer foundry expansions are underway, including TSMC’s 7nm and 5nm fabs, Samsung’s S2 and S3 plants, GlobalFoundries’ facilities, and SMIC’s new projects in Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen. These developments are creating huge opportunities for semiconductor equipment suppliers. South Korea emerged as the top spender on semiconductor equipment in 2017, with $18 billion in investments, surpassing the U.S. and Taiwan. In 2018, South Korea is expected to maintain its lead, while China is anticipated to become the second-largest market. This shift reflects the growing strength of China’s domestic semiconductor industry. With many new fabs coming online in 2018, China’s semiconductor equipment spending is expected to grow significantly. For the first time, local companies such as Changjiang Storage, Fujian Jinhua, and Hefei Changxin are investing heavily in domestic manufacturing, signaling a shift toward self-reliance in the industry.

Photocell Timer

24HR Electronic Timer socket with photocell.

â‘  Light intensity setting

â‘¡ Light intensity detection

â‘¢ Countdown Timer ON & OFF

â‘£ 4 MODES:

Set > Detected: When the light intensity detection value is less than the set value, switch ON or OFF.

Detected > Set: When the light intensity detection value is greater than the set value, switch ON or OFF

ON : Always ON

OFF : Always OFF

NOTED:

1. The light intensity displayed by this machine is not the standard light intensity value (Lux), only the relative light intensity value.

2. The light intensity value is affected by the placement position and direction. Please determine the position first and then set it according to the actual light intensity detected. If you change the position or change the orientation, you need to reset the light intensity setting value suitable for the new position.

3. This product has built-in rechargeable battery. If it is not connected to AC for a long time, you need to connect the power supply to charge until the LCD can display normally.

MANUAL OPERATION

1. Press [UP" or [DOWN" to set the LUX value.

2. Press the [SET" key to start setting, and the P1 settable items will be flashed.

3. Press [UP" or [DOWN" to adjust the value.

4. Press [SET" key again to exit setting or enter next setting for countdown timer.

5. Repeat the [SET" key to start setting, and the P2 & P3 settable items will be flashed.

6. Press the [FUN" key to switch the working state in the following:

Set > Detected -> Detected > Set -> ON -> OFF

Set > Detected: Automatically switches when the detected ambient light intensity is darker than the set value

Detected >Set: Automatically switch when the detected ambient light intensity is brighter than the set value

When the brightness meets the setting conditions, the countdown starts as below:

Note:when the countdown is ON, the detected value is not displayed.

When the brightness does not meet the setting conditions, the countdown stops and waits:

After the countdown ON is reduced to 0, the countdown OFF starts immediately and the power is OFF.

After the countdown OFF is reduced to 0:

A. If the light intensity meets the set conditions, a new round of countdown will be started;

B. If the light intensity does not meet the set conditions, keep the power off and wait for the light to meet the conditions before turning on automatically.

NOTE:

1. If the power is cut off while the countdown is running, the countdown will be terminated immediately and the relay output will be off. After the power is turned on again, a new round of brightness detection will start.

2. Modifying the brightness value in the countdown operation will not affect the current countdown operation. After the off time of the current countdown, the new brightness setting value will take effect.

3. In the countdown on operation, change the setting value of the countdown on, this countdown will still be timed according to the original setting value; the new setting value will take effect when the next countdown on starts.

4. In the countdown off operation, change the setting value of countdown off, this countdown will still be timed according to the original setting value; the new setting value will take effect when the next countdown off is started.

NOTE: the brightness setting value, countdown ON or countdown OFF, any one of which is equal to 0, cannot be switched ON or OFF automatically.

Manual Control

When ON or OFF is displayed, it means that the power supply remains ON or OFF, as shown in the figure below:

Power Detection and Standby Mode

With AC power supply, the icon lights up and works normally.

When there is no AC power supply, the icon goes out, the brightness is not detected at this time, and the system enters the standby mode.

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