Temic

Temic is the former name of Telefunken Microelectronic GmbH , a well-known manufacturer of electronics, especially in the automotive sector. It was founded as a subsidiary of Daimler-Benz Aerospace (DASA) in 1992.

Main products and areas of activity

• Automotive Electronics : This was Temic's main area of activity. The company developed and manufactured key electronic components for automobiles, including:

  • Window lift modules : You can still find Temic-branded spare parts for Renault cars, which indicates their widespread use.

  • Sensors and gauges : Collision sensors, chassis sensors, angle sensors and other electronic systems to improve safety and comfort.

  • Electronic braking and stabilization systems : Temic produced components for ABS and ESP systems.

• Contactless technologies : While MIFARE is the most well-known technology, Temic also had its own products in the RFID field. Their contactless cards and key fobs (often based on T5577 chips) were used in access control systems (ACS) and hotel systems.

Absorption and current status

Temic's history as an independent company ended in the early 2000s.

• Acquisition by Continental : In 2002, Temic was acquired by the German concern Continental AG , which is one of the world's leading manufacturers of automotive components.

• Integration : Following the acquisition, Temic was integrated into Continental's structure, and the Temic name was gradually phased out as a separate brand. Its technologies and products are now part of the Continental portfolio.

Thus, if you come across products labeled Temic, it is likely an electronic component manufactured before 2002, or a technology that is still used in modern products, but already under the Continental brand.