Valens Semiconductor announced that its chipsets are the keystone connectivity solution for a comprehensive camera-to-processor MIPI A-PHY platform offered by D3 Embedded. The platform brings to market the first product-ready solution for implementing the high-performance A-PHY connectivity standard in embedded vision systems.
The A-PHY platform offers D3’s customers a series of unique benefits, including unparalleled EMI resilience, longer link distances, and the ability to operate over simple, low-cost cabling.
“D3 Embedded’s comprehensive camera-to-processor platform is a practical, ready-to-deploy solution that significantly lowers the barrier to entry for companies looking to adopt A-PHY in their embedded vision systems,” said Gili Friedman, Head of the Cross-Industry Business Unit at Valens Semiconductor.
“Valens sees significant demand for MIPI A-PHY in this market, and we look forward to seeing how this collaboration between our companies will lead to broad adoption of A-PHY, changing the way embedded vision and AI systems are deployed across industries.”
“A-PHY’s ability to deliver high-speed data over long distances with exceptional electromagnetic compatibility is a game-changer for the industry,” said Scott Reardon, CEO of D3 Embedded. “Investing in this technology was crucial because it addresses the key challenges our customers face – reliable connectivity in harsh environments an simplified system design, including the industry’s first ever use of Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) channels for multi-gig use cases. By building this platform around MIPI A-PHY and partnering with Valens Semiconductor, we’re giving developers a powerful, flexible toolset to accelerate innovation in embedded vision.”
On the compute side of the platform, D3 Embedded is offering an NVIDIA® Jetson Orin™ processor (NX or Nano) and 8 A-PHY input ports. The platform has an option for an industrial, fanless enclosure, while each port operates at 8Gbps (7.2Gbps net).
On the camera side, D3 Embedded is offering six A-PHY DesignCore® Discovery Series SKUs, all based on the Sony ISX031 sensor. Each camera is offered with an option for a ruggedized IP69K enclosure for the highest level of protection against dust, liquid, and chemicals.
The IP69K camera features a removable, anti-reflective coated, and scratch-resistant lens cover for use in harsh environments. D3 Embedded can also develop custom cameras based on other sensors upon customer request. Explore D3 Embedded’s A-PHY camera offerings here: https://www.d3embedded.com/product-category/camera-modules/?fwp_interface=mipi-a-phy
The MIPI A-PHY standard delivers outstanding Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) performance, ensuring reliable data transmission even in electrically noisy industrial environments. In addition, chipsets based on A-PHY technology enable high-speed data transmission over long cables – up to 30 meters and beyond – without degrading signal quality.
These chips also support multi-gig connectivity over both Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) and micro-coaxial cabling, giving system designers the flexibility to balance cost, weight, and mechanical requirements according to their specific application needs. Finally, chipsets based on A-PHY offer built-in advanced diagnostics for link monitoring and preventive maintenance, ensuring 24/7 system operation.
These advantages make A-PHY-based chipsets ideal for a wide range of applications, including robotics/AMR, industrial vehicles, industrial automation, and medical imaging, where long-reach, high-performance, and cost-effective connectivity is essential.
