What Silex Technology does

Silex Technology is a Japanese privately held company founded in 1974 and headquartered in Keihanna Science City, Kyoto, that designs and manufactures embedded wireless connectivity modules, access points, wireless bridges, and edge AI System-on-Modules for OEM customers in industrial automation, medical devices, logistics, education, and adjacent verticals. Its core technology spans Wi-Fi 4/5/6/6E/7, Bluetooth, and IEEE 802.11ah (Wi-Fi HaLow) modules, complemented by proprietary assets including AMC (Always Managed Connectivity) for industrial-grade reliability, AMC Mesh (up to 32-unit coordination), AMC Cloud wireless monitoring, and custom high-reliability Wi-Fi 7 drivers. The 2025–2026 introduction of the EP-200Q (Qualcomm Dragonwing QCS6490) and EP-200N (NXP i.MX95) edge AI SoMs, integrated with vision AI capabilities for object detection, defect inspection, and AMR/AGV use cases, extends the company beyond pure connectivity into converged edge-AI-plus-wireless modules.

The company employs 101–250 people across offices in Kyoto (R&D/manufacturing HQ), Tokyo, California, and Europe, and generates revenue primarily through direct sales of hardware modules and infrastructure products to OEM equipment manufacturers, supplemented by custom OEM development services, professional integration support, and a tiered AMC Manager software subscription. Pricing is quote-based on volume and configuration, with a 5-year product warranty included on many products. Go-to-market is sales-led and OEM-embedded, supported by technical content marketing (AMC Blog, white papers), online seminars, and trade show presence (Japan IT Week, CSPI-EXPO). Named customers include Mitsubishi Electric Corporation Nagoya Works, PFU Limited, Ricoh PFU Computing, Dräger (Germany, certified Approved product for Atlan anesthesia systems), and Rocket Development Company. Strategic technology partnerships with Qualcomm, NXP, Newracom, and Edge Impulse anchor the silicon and ML platform stack. The company celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2024, holds ISO 14001 and RoHS certifications, and is recognized as Qualcomm Atheros's only domestic technical partner in Japan.

Name

Silex Technology

Legal name

silex technology, Inc.

Website

https://silex.jp

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Silex Technology is a Japanese privately held OEM supplier founded in 1974, designing embedded wireless modules, access points, bridges, and edge AI SoMs for industrial, medical, education, and logistics equipment manufacturers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Embedded Wireless Networking Hardware

NAICS

Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334290), Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220), Communications Equipment Manufacturing (3342)

SIC

Communications Equipment, Nec (3669), Computer Communications Equipment (3576)

akta.pro primary industry

Wireless Interface Adapters (Wi‑Fi/Bluetooth/Cellular Modems) (HDAFAEAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wi‑Fi Controllers & WLAN Gateways (On‑prem/Virtual) (HDAFACAC), Industrial/OT Private Connectivity (Factory, Mining, Ports) (HDAIAGAD), RF & Wireless Components/Modules (RF front-end, antennas, industrial wireless modules) (IMAGAJAG), Industrial Network Management & Diagnostics (OT NMS/Topology/Monitoring) (HDAFAJAI), Industrial IoT/Edge Electronics Manufacturing (Gateways, Edge Controllers) (IMAGAGAC)

Keywords

• Embedded wireless modules
• Edge AI computing
• Industrial wireless connectivity
• Wi-Fi OEM modules
• Wireless bridges access points

Headquarters

HQ city

Kyoto

HQ country

Japan

HQ region

Asia

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Wireless LAN Modules: Sale of embedded wireless LAN modules supporting Wi-Fi 6/6E/7, Bluetooth, and IEEE 802.11ah standards. Modules are sold to OEM customers who embed them in their equipment. Revenue is one-time per unit with volume-based pricing.
2. Access Points and Wireless Bridges: Industrial-grade wireless access points and bridges for factory, warehouse, education, and medical environments. Includes enterprise features like 802.1X, WPA3 security, and integration with AMC management software.
3. Edge AI Modules and Computing: EP-200Q and EP-200N system-on-modules with integrated AI capabilities for edge computing applications in industrial automation and healthcare.
4. Device Servers and Network Products: USB device servers, serial device servers, print servers, and protocol converters enabling network connectivity for legacy and industrial equipment.
5. Custom Development and OEM Services: Custom wireless module development, embedded integration services, certification support, and OEM customization for specific customer requirements. Includes evaluation kits and technical support through mass production.
6. Software Licensing: AMC Manager software for wireless network management, with free and paid versions supporting different scale deployments. Additional software licensing for custom solutions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Silex Technology designs and manufactures embedded wireless LAN modules supporting Wi-Fi 6/6E/7 and IEEE 802.11ah (Wi-Fi HaLow), industrial-grade access points, wireless bridges, edge AI System-on-Modules, and device servers for OEM integration. The company provides proprietary AMC (Always Managed Connectivity) reliability technology, AMC Mesh networking, and AMC Cloud wireless environment monitoring. Products are sold to industrial, medical, education, and enterprise equipment manufacturers with comprehensive support from concept through mass production, including certification assistance and 5-year warranty.

Product overview

Silex Technology offers a comprehensive portfolio of embedded wireless and edge AI solutions organized into four main categories: Wi-Fi Module & Infrastructure, Edge Computing, Device Networking, and Managed Connectivity. The Wi-Fi Module & Infrastructure division includes SDIO, PCI Express, SPI, UART, Intelligent, and USB interface wireless modules supporting Wi-Fi 4/5/6/6E/7 and IEEE 802.11ah (Wi-Fi HaLow), along with access points for enterprise, education, and industrial use, and wireless bridges for various applications. The Edge Computing division features EP-200Q (Qualcomm Dragonwing QCS6490) and EP-200N (NXP i.MX95) System-on-Modules for edge AI inference, plus carrier boards like EP-200Q-CB with Wi-Fi 7 support. Device Networking includes industrial protocol converters, CAN bridges, USB/RS-232C device servers, remote monitoring systems, and video transmission products. Managed Connectivity provides AMC Cloud wireless monitoring service, AMC Manager network management software, wireless survey tools, and long-distance IEEE 802.11ah solutions. The portfolio is complemented by partnerships with Edge Impulse for ML platform integration and support for local 5G networks.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• SX-SDMAX6E Wi-Fi 6/6E + Bluetooth Module Wi-Fi 6/6E + Bluetooth v5.4 low-power wireless LAN combo module with SDIO interface. Supports 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands with 2x2 MIMO. Designed for portable devices requiring stable communication, low power consumption, and long-term supply for medical and industrial applications.
• SX-SDMAH-R2 IEEE 802.11ah (Wi-Fi HaLow) Module IEEE 802.11ah (Wi-Fi HaLow) wireless LAN module with SDIO interface for host mode operation. Supports long-distance communication up to 1km using the 920MHz band without license requirements, designed for IoT applications in industrial and agricultural settings.
• SX-SDMAX Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth Module Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth low-power wireless LAN combo module with SDIO interface. Optimized for high-speed data transmission and low power consumption.
• SX-PCEBE Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth Module Wi-Fi 7 (IEEE 802.11be) and Bluetooth v5.4 wireless LAN combo module with PCI Express interface. Supports 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands with MLO for high-speed, reliable connectivity in industrial and medical equipment.
• SX-PCEBE-AP Wi-Fi 7 Access Point Module Wi-Fi 7 (IEEE 802.11be) wireless LAN access point module with PCI Express interface. Designed for access point applications requiring next-generation Wi-Fi performance.
• SX-PCEAX-AP6E Wi-Fi 6E Access Point Module IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6E) wireless LAN access point module with PCI Express interface. Uses Qualcomm QCN9072 chipset for access point-specific applications.
• SX-PCEAX Series Wi-Fi 6/6E Modules IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6/Wi-Fi 6E) and Bluetooth v5.2 wireless LAN combo module series with PCI Express interface. Available in multiple form factors for various industrial applications.
• SX-ULPGN Wi-Fi b/g/n UART Module IEEE 802.11b/g/n (2.4GHz) wireless LAN module with UART interface and built-in TCP/IP protocol. Suitable for simple wireless connectivity needs.
• IM-100 Intelligent Wi-Fi 6 Module Wi-Fi 6 intelligent module with integrated processing capabilities. Enables rapid wirelessization of serial interfaces for industrial applications.
• IM-100-SB Intelligent Serial-to-Wi-Fi Module Wi-Fi 6 intelligent module (2.4/5GHz) with serial interface wirelessization. Supports enterprise security for rapid deployment in industrial environments.
• IM-100-RB Intelligent USB-to-Wi-Fi Module Wi-Fi 6 intelligent module with USB (RNDIS) interface wirelessization capability. Enables rapid USB device wireless connectivity.
• SX-23BT Bluetooth Low Energy Module Bluetooth v5.0 Low Energy microcontroller module designed for IoT endpoint devices. Low power consumption for battery-operated devices.
• OAP-100AX Outdoor Wi-Fi 6 Mesh Access Point Outdoor Wi-Fi mesh access point supporting IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6). Designed for outdoor industrial environments requiring wide coverage and mesh networking.
• AP-800AX Industrial Wi-Fi 6 Access Point Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11ax) industrial-grade access point for factory and industrial automation applications.
• AP-700AX High-End Wi-Fi 6 Access Point High-end Wi-Fi 6 access point for demanding industrial and enterprise applications with maximum throughput.
• AP-300AX Entry-Level Wi-Fi 6 Access Point Entry-level Wi-Fi 6 access point for standard industrial and enterprise deployment scenarios.
• AP-100AH IEEE 802.11ah Access Point IEEE 802.11ah (Wi-Fi HaLow) wireless access point for long-distance, multi-device connectivity in large-scale industrial environments.
• AP-703W6 E model Education Access Point Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11ax) access point designed for educational institutions. Supports network assessment features, disaster Wi-Fi release capability, and manages up to 1,024 devices per unit.
• Z-1 Wireless Presentation Box Multi-OS compatible wireless presentation box for screen mirroring and collaboration in education and enterprise settings.
• BR-600AX Wi-Fi 6E Industrial Wireless Bridge Wi-Fi 6E industrial wireless bridge with 6GHz band support. Solves connectivity challenges in factories and warehouses with interference avoidance and AMC Mesh support for up to 32 units.
• EX-150AH Long-Distance Dual-Standard Wireless Bridge IEEE 802.11ah/Wi-Fi 6 dual-standard wireless bridge supporting long-distance communication up to 1km. Japan's first domestically produced long-distance Wi-Fi bridge.
• BR-100AH IEEE 802.11ah Wireless Bridge IEEE 802.11ah wireless LAN bridge (client) for long-distance connectivity in industrial applications.
• EP-200Q Edge AI System-on-Module Intelligent Edge AI System-on-Module powered by Qualcomm Dragonwing Q6 (QCS6490). Features high AI performance with low power consumption, advanced Wi-Fi 7 connectivity, and NPU for on-device AI inference. Japan's first domestically produced Qualcomm Dragonwing-powered module.
• EP-200N Edge AI System-on-Module High-performance, always-connected edge computing SoM powered by NXP i.MX95. Targets next-generation industrial edge AI applications with advanced processing capabilities.
• EP-200Q-CB Edge AI Carrier Board High-functionality Edge AI carrier board featuring EP-200Q SoM, Wi-Fi 7 wireless module, and memory for advanced edge AI applications.
• LB-100AN Linux Embedded Application Box Linux OS embedded application box with IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n support. RAM-enhanced version for application development and deployment.
• DS-700AC USB 3.0 Wireless Device Server USB3.0 wireless device server with enterprise security. Enables secure network sharing of USB devices for enterprises, hospitals, and local government.
• DS-700 USB 3.0 Device Server USB3.0 device server with enterprise security for secure network sharing of USB devices in enterprises and medical facilities.
• SD-330AC Serial Device Server IEEE 802.11ac serial device server for secure network connectivity of RS-232C equipment.
• FBR-100AN/FBR-100 Protocol Converter Protocol converter for factory PLC and HMI monitoring. Enables legacy industrial equipment to connect to modern networks.
• CBR-100AC CAN-to-Wireless Bridge CAN to wireless LAN bridge that converts, distributes, and logs CAN data for monitoring efficiency in working vehicles and industrial equipment.
• AMC Cloud Wireless Monitoring Service Wireless environment monitoring cloud service that monitors Wi-Fi networks and proposes solutions for connectivity issues. Part of the proprietary AMC (Always Managed Connectivity) technology stack.
• AMC Manager Network Management Software Unified network management software for centralized control of Silex network products. Supports firmware updates, configuration changes, and remote monitoring. Available in Free (up to 10 devices) and Standard subscription tiers.
• AMC Manager E model Enterprise Software Enterprise management software supporting up to 10,000 wireless LAN access points with advanced features for large-scale education deployments including disaster emergency Wi-Fi release.
• WM-100CL Wireless LAN Survey Device Wireless LAN survey device dedicated to AMC Cloud for field wireless environment assessment and planning.
• Z-1 Gen2 Wireless Screen Transfer System Multi-OS compatible wireless screen transfer system integrating classroom, campus broadcasting, and bulletin board functions.
• MV-500T/MV-500R Campus AV Broadcasting System Campus digital AV broadcasting system for educational institutions enabling synchronized video and audio distribution.
• POP Vision ST-10 Digital Signage Player Digital signage player for easy in-store signage using photos and videos. Enables quick content creation and display.
• RM-100RC/RM-110RC Multi-Camera Dashcam System Multi-camera dashcam system with wired LAN model for vehicle monitoring and fleet management applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Wi-Fi 6 provides approximately 1.4x faster speeds compared to Wi-Fi 5
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

AI capability7 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Edge ImpulsecoreTechnology or Integration · 8 April 2026Strategic collaboration to accelerate edge AI adoption in industrial and medical applications. Combines Silex's embedded wireless and wired connectivity solutions with Edge Impulse's end-to-end machine learning platform. Joint solutions to be showcased at industry events. Focuses on US and Japanese markets with demonstration at Japan IT Week Tokyo (April 8-10, 2026).
• QualcommcoreTechnology or IntegrationLong-standing technology partnership. Silex is Qualcomm Atheros's only domestic technical partner in Japan. Uses Qualcomm chipsets including QCS6490 in EP-200Q module and QCN9072 in access point modules. Strategic relationship for wireless technology development.
• NXP SemiconductorscoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partnership for wireless module chipsets. NXP IW623 chip used in SX-SDMAX6E Wi-Fi 6/6E module. NXP i.MX95 application processor used in EP-200N edge AI SoM. Joint online seminars and technical collaboration.
• NSW株式会社minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJoint exhibition partner at Japan IT Week 2026 (spring) for 'Embedded/Edge/IoT Development EXPO'. NSW showcases Silex products alongside their own solutions.
• NewracomcoreTechnology or IntegrationChipset supplier for IEEE 802.11ah (Wi-Fi HaLow) modules including SX-NEWAH series. Newracom chipsets enable long-range wireless connectivity solutions.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Murata Manufacturing: Murata is a leading Japanese manufacturer of wireless connectivity modules (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, LoRa) for embedded applications. It competes directly with Silex's core wireless LAN module portfolio in industrial, medical, and consumer OEM channels and operates at significantly larger scale.
• Alps Alpine: Alps Alpine provides wireless communication modules and connectivity components for automotive, industrial, and consumer applications. Its embedded wireless module lineup overlaps directly with Silex's OEM-targeted modules.
• u-blox: u-blox is a Swiss provider of wireless modules and chips for industrial IoT, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular. Its target customers (industrial OEMs, asset tracking, telematics) closely match Silex's industrial/medical customer base.
• Ezurio (formerly Laird Connectivity): Ezurio specializes in industrial-grade wireless modules, SOMs, and antennas for medical, industrial, and enterprise OEMs. It is a close competitor to Silex in embedded Wi-Fi/Bluetooth modules and edge connectivity SoMs.
• HMS Networks: HMS Networks provides industrial communication solutions including device servers, protocol converters, and wireless connectivity — products that overlap with Silex's industrial networking and device server portfolio.
• Red Lion Controls: Red Lion Controls delivers industrial networking hardware, protocol converters, and wireless solutions for factory automation. Its product set (device servers, industrial wireless bridges) directly parallels Silex's industrial networking line.

Broad incumbents

• Texas Instruments: Texas Instruments offers SimpleLink Wi-Fi and Bluetooth wireless MCUs and connectivity ICs targeting industrial and medical applications. While primarily a silicon supplier, its modules and reference designs compete indirectly with Silex's embedded wireless offerings.
• Silicon Labs: Silicon Labs provides wireless connectivity SoCs and modules (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, Thread) for IoT applications. Its modules compete with Silex's portfolio at the silicon/module level for industrial and smart-building OEMs.
• Advantech: Advantech offers industrial wireless gateways, edge computing platforms, and IoT solutions. Its wireless industrial networking and edge AI gateway products overlap with Silex's access point, bridge, and edge AI SoM portfolio at the system level.

Emerging players

• Espressif Systems: Espressif provides low-cost Wi-Fi and Bluetooth modules (ESP32/ESP32-S3 family) widely adopted in IoT. While more consumer-leaning and lower-priced, Espressif is increasingly penetrating industrial applications and competes on the same Wi-Fi/BT module category as Silex.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/silex_marcom
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC7ioYPm-hzRJDJ4uu6JuGQw
• Facebookfacebook.com/silexjp

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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