TB Silicon: A Subsidiary of NovaStar Technology and Its Driver IC Solutions

|18/02, 2025

TB Silicon: A Subsidiary of NovaStar Technology and Its Driver IC Solutions

NovaStar Technology has expanded its expertise in display technology by launching TB Silicon, a subsidiary dedicated to innovative LED driver IC solutions. TB Silicon specializes in next-generation Mini-LED and Micro-LED display technologies, delivering high-performance, energy-efficient solutions tailored for commercial and consumer-grade markets.

With two major R&D centers in Xi'an and Shanghai, TB Silicon has accumulated over 60 patents and boasts a team of 150+ professionals with backgrounds in leading tech companies like Intel and Allwinner.

Innovative Driver IC Technology

TB Silicon’s driver IC solutions utilize hybrid PWM+PAM drive architecture, combined with a self-developed MG algorithm. This enables:

  • Pixel-by-pixel current regulation for better grayscale precision
  • Higher refresh rates to minimize flicker and dithering
  • Power-saving modes that optimize energy efficiency

Key Products & Features

TB Silicon offers four main Driver IC models, each designed for specific display applications.

1. TBS3266A (Common-Anode)

  • Application: Outdoor installations, rental displays
  • 16 output channels with 0.2mA-20mA current range
  • High grayscale (16-bit PWM) & 7680Hz refresh rate
  • Black screen power-saving mode reduces standby power consumption
  • Pixel-level peak brightness adjustment for improved contrast

2. TBS5267A (Common-Cathode)

  • Application: Indoor displays, meeting rooms, home theaters, XR/VP applications
  • 16 output channels with 0.2mA-20mA current range
  • Power-efficient design with up to 40% energy savings in standby mode
  • Lower heat generation (2-3°C cooler than competitors)
  • High grayscale and high refresh rate (7680Hz)

3. TBS5266A (Common-Anode)

  • Application: Indoor LED screens, semi-outdoor rentals, and all-in-one LED displays
  • 16 output channels, supports PMM (PWM+PAM)
  • 20% lower power consumption with pixel-level dynamic power-saving
  • High grayscale & high refresh rate (7680Hz)

4. TBS5367 (Common-Cathode)

  • Application: High-end indoor installations, XR/VP studio shooting
  • 48 output channels with scan-sharing architecture
  • 24-bit grayscale for enhanced image quality
  • Supports up to 1/60 scan and cascading of three units
  • Higher brightness and improved contrast

The Future of Display Technology

TB Silicon is committed to driving the evolution of LED display technology, making Mini-LED and Micro-LED solutions more efficient, high-performance, and cost-effective. With cutting-edge driver ICs, the subsidiary is set to redefine outdoor, indoor, and virtual production display markets, offering unparalleled power efficiency, high refresh rates, and superior grayscale precision.