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Kionix, Inc.

Kionix, Inc.

Kionix, Inc. is a global MEMS inertial sensor company headquartered in Ithaca, New York, USA. The company specializes in high-performance, low-power accelerometers, gyroscopes, and 6-axis combination sensors. Kionix also offers comprehensive software libraries supporting various sensor combinations, operating systems, and hardware platforms. Its latest products include ultra-thin accelerometers and the innovative KMX61G, a magnetometer-accelerometer with integrated sensor fusion software that emulates a gyroscope with high accuracy. Kionix employs proprietary plasma micromachining technology for deep silicon etching in MEMS production, enabling superior performance and cost efficiency. The company operates two MEMS fabrication facilities in Ithaca, NY, and Kyoto, Japan, providing 6-inch and 8-inch wafer processing in cleanroom environments. In 2009, Kionix was acquired by ROHM Co., Ltd., allowing it to leverage ROHM's resources for technology development, cost reduction, and global expansion. Kionix's sensors and system solutions are widely used by major companies in consumer electronics, automotive, health & fitness, and industrial sectors to enable motion-based features. The company is certified to ISO 9001:2008, TS 16949, and ISO 14001:2004, ensuring top-tier quality and environmental management. With a strong intellectual property portfolio and rapid delivery capabilities, Kionix continues to respond to growing market demands for motion sensors.