Melexis Launches World's First No-Code LIN LED Driver MLX80124

October 24, 2025, Tessenderlo, Belgium – Global microelectronic engineering company Melexis has officially launched the MLX80124, a highly configurable, no-code LIN LED driver. This product is designed to significantly simplify the design process for dynamic RGB-LED automotive ambient lighting systems, empowering engineers to achieve rapid, efficient development and faster time-to-market.

As ambient lighting becomes an increasingly central element in automotive design, reducing system development complexity and shortening design cycles have become critical industry demands. The MLX80124 meets this need by utilizing pre-defined, validated function blocks and an intuitive Graphical User Interface (GUI). This allows engineers to configure the device without writing or compiling any code, substantially reducing their reliance on embedded software expertise.

Functioning as an intelligent LIN RGB ambient lighting controller, the MLX80124 integrates a high-voltage output driver, supporting a configurable current output of up to 60mA, suitable for various RGB lighting configurations. Built with advanced BCD technology and offered in a compact SOIC8 package, it is pin-compatible with previous Melexis ambient lighting drivers like the MLX81124 and MLX81123. It features comprehensive diagnostic functions, including open/short circuit detection, power supply monitoring, and an LED temperature compensation algorithm, enabling precise color mixing that is independent of the LED model.

The device operates within a temperature range of -40°C to +125°C, is fully AEC-Q100 compliant, and supports functional safety to ISO 26262 ASIL B level, ensuring stable and reliable performance in harsh automotive environments.

"The launch of the MLX80124 marks a significant shift in automotive ambient lighting electronics development," stated Michael Bender, Product Line Director at Melexis. "As the world's first no-code LIN RGB LED driver, it dramatically simplifies the design process and shortens product development cycles while maintaining the system stability and functional integrity required by OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers."