Efabless
Efabless offers a platform for prototyping and production of custom chips using open-source tools and automated design flows, supporting over 600 chip designs and a library of 1000+ IP and reference designs.
Services
Efabless offers a platform for prototyping and production of custom chips using open-source tools and automated design flows. Their solution, chipIgnite, aids in rapid and affordable prototyping and low-volume production. They also provide educational resources and real-world chip fabrication experiences for universities and research institutions. Additionally, Efabless operates an online store where customers can reserve and purchase chip prototyping and production services.
Innovative Design Challenges
Efabless hosts numerous design challenges and contests to foster innovation in chip design. These include the AI Design Challenge and the Tiny ML Contest, which aim to engage the community in solving complex design problems. The challenges not only promote creativity, but also help participants enhance their design skills and gain recognition in the industry.
Product Offerings
Efabless provides a broad suite of products tailored for chip design and production. Their library contains over 1000+ IP and reference designs, which can be utilized in various chip design projects. Additionally, the Tiny Tapeout platform allows students and hobbyists to design custom chips at a low cost. Efabless leverages a 130nm process technology that supports a wide range of designs, including analog, complex digital, and mixed-signal designs.
Community and Collaboration
Efabless maintains a robust community of thousands of chip designers who collaborate and share resources. This thriving community helps foster innovation, share best practices, and provide support for both novice and experienced designers. By joining the Efabless community, members gain access to a wealth of knowledge and resources that can aid in their design pursuits.
Fabrication Success
Efabless has a track record of supporting over 600 chip designs that have successfully gone to fabrication. This success highlights Efabless’s capability to provide reliable and efficient design-to-fabrication processes. Their emphasis on supporting innovative designs has solidified their reputation as a key player in the custom chip production industry.