Component
Solid-state RF source
Semiconductor RF amplifier that replaces a magnetron in an inverter microwave. Finer power control, more silicon content.
Criticality
High
Unit cost
$28
Quality
82 / 100
US completeness
6.9
Made in US
400,000 units
Current demand
9,000,000 units
US exports
32,000 units
Opportunity score
89.7
Domestic vs international supply
Planned US investment, next 5 years
$800M
Expected extra output: 1,500,000 units per year