Semtech Corporation announced that its LinkCharge wireless charging platform has been adopted by Shanghai Magway Magnetic in its first commercial 22 mm long distance smartphone wireless charger. The LinkCharge integrated circuit (IC) chipset can wirelessly charge major brand smartphones with a gap of 10 to 22 mm. It also supports fast charging modes of major smartphones, which greatly reduces charging time. The solution features patent pending short distance protection, which adjusts the transmit power when the receiver is placed closer to the transmitter. The solution also features smart foreign object detection (FOD), which is a user safety feature, preventing metal objects from heating up when placed between the transmitter and smartphone. These features make the LinkCharge platform an ideal solution for furniture and public infrastructure applications. Key Features of Shanghai Magway Magnetic (MGWTLX15-A21X) Z-gap distance range: 10mm to 22mm; Compatible with major brand wireless charging enabled smartphones; Maximum deliverable power: up to 10W; Efficiency at maximum distance: >60%; Foreign object detection; and Short distance protection.