Phlux Technology

Phlux Technology is a semiconductor startup based in Sheffield, UK, founded in 2020.

The company specializes in designing and manufacturing Noiseless InGaAs® Avalanche Photodiodes (APDs), which are highly sensitive infrared sensors for 1550 nm applications. Their flagship product, the Aura family of APDs, offers sensitivity up to 12 times greater than conventional sensors and extends detection ranges by 50% for the same laser power. Phlux serves a global market, targeting industries such as autonomous vehicles, telecommunications, defense, environmental monitoring, and advanced imaging. Their products include standard surface-mount and wire-ended APDs, as well as evaluation boards for testing. The company has received significant funding, totaling approximately $13.9 million, and has been recognized with awards for its innovative semiconductor technology. Phlux is actively scaling its manufacturing operations to meet the increasing demand for its high-performance infrared sensors.