Microsemi Introduces New Ultra Low Voltage Schottky Diodes For Battery Charging and Power Supply Applications
IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 10, 2002--
-- Forward Voltage Drop is Only 0.2 Volts at Rated Current -- Minimizes Power Loss, Improves Battery Efficiency -- Patented Powermite® Package Cuts Size, Improves Thermal
Capabilities
Microsemi Corp. (Nasdaq:MSCC - News), a leading manufacturer of discrete semiconductors and power management integrated circuits, has announced a new ultra low forward voltage Schottky diode in its patented Powermite® surface mount package for use in battery charging and power supply applications.
Designated the UPS115U(TM), the rectifier has been optimized to enhance its forward voltage drop to 0.2 volts at 100(degrees)C, significantly improving loss characteristics of the device compared with conventional Schottky diodes.
The UPS115U is an ideal solution for OR'ing diode applications that include battery chargers for portable electronic devices, redundant/backup or "hot swappable" power sources and fault protection circuits.
"This device represents a breakthrough for designers seeking a solution to increase battery efficiency or to minimize power loss in their applications," said Sven Nelson, vice president and general manager of Microsemi's Broomfield, Colo., operation.
"By choosing the Powermite-packaged version of this Schottky, designers now have a highly efficient, low loss rectifier in an ultra small, low profile and low thermal resistance package, to enable design of smaller more energy-efficient products," he said.
Powermite surface mount packages are a third the size of comparably rated products and provide superior low thermal resistance from their patented wrap-around metal base. The UPS115U Schottky is less than 1mm high.
For designs where size and thermal specifications are less important, this Microsemi die also is available in a standard SMB package, designated the LSM115J(TM) in this version. Both parts are available for immediate sampling and delivery. Prices for the UPS115U start at $.284 in 1,000-piece quantities and at $.259 for the LSM115J in like quantities.
Complete technical information is available on the Microsemi Web site, www.Microsemi.com. Samples can be ordered through this site, or from Microsemi sales representatives and franchised distributors.
About Microsemi
Microsemi is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of analog, mixed-signal and discrete semiconductors. The company's semiconductors manage and regulate power, protect against transient voltage spikes and transmit, receive and amplify signals.
Microsemi products include individual components, as well as complete circuit solutions that enhance customer designs by providing battery optimization, reducing size or protecting circuits. Markets the company serves include mobile connectivity, computer/peripherals, telecommunications, medical, industrial/commercial, space/satellite and military.
More information may be obtained by contacting the company directly or by visiting its Web site at microsemi.com.
Please read the following factors that can materially affect Microsemi's future results.
"Safe Harbor" Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: Any statements set forth in the news release that are not entirely historical and factual in nature are forward-looking statements. For instance, all statements of belief and expectations are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, some of which cannot be predicted or quantified. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, such factors as the difficulties regarding the making of estimates and projections, the hiring and retention of qualified technical personnel in a competitive labor market, acquiring and integrating new operations or assets, closing or disposing of operations or assets, rapidly changing technology and product obsolescence, the potential inability to realize cost savings or productivity gains and to improve capacity utilization, potential cost increases, weakness or competitive pricing environment of the marketplace, uncertain demand for and acceptance of the company's products, results of in-process or planned development or marketing and promotional campaigns, changes in demand for products, difficulties foreseeing future demand, effects of limited visibility of future sales, potential non-realization of expected orders or non-realization of backlog, unexpected business and economic conditions or adverse changes in current or expected industry conditions, business disruptions, future effects of the tragic events of Sept. 11, variations in customer order preferences, fluctuations in market prices of the company's common stock and potential unavailability of additional capital on favorable terms, difficulties in implementing company strategies, dealing with environmental matters or litigation, difficulties protecting patents and other proprietary rights, and inventory obsolescence. In addition to these factors and any other factors mentioned elsewhere in this news release, the reader should refer as well to the factors, uncertainties or risks identified in the company's most recent Form 10-Q filed on May 10, 2002, with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The company does not undertake to supplement or correct any information in this release that is or becomes incorrect.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Contact:
Microsemi Corp., Irvine
David R. Sonksen (financial/investors), 949/221-7101
Cliff Silver (editorial), 949/221-7112 |
