IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 3, 2008 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Microsemi Corporation (Nasdaq:MSCC), a leading manufacturer of high performance analog mixed signal integrated circuits and high reliability semiconductors, is showcasing its full line of semiconductor products November 11-14 during the Electronica 2008 international trade fair in Munich, Germany.
More than 70,000 visitors are expected to attend the bi-annual exhibition which attracts visitors from more than 100 countries.
For Electronica's 2008 edition, Microsemi will feature products targeting aerospace, lighting, solar and medical applications as well as its power over Ethernet technology.
"Due to Electronica's size and scope it's the only trade show at which we can display our wide range of product capabilities," said Jim Gentile, Microsemi Sr. Vice President of Worldwide Sales. "New this year, we are demonstrating our digital advanced zone lighting solution for LED TVs and our PowerDsine(r) midspans that enable power over Ethernet upgrades."
Microsemi's exhibit in Hall A4.525 covers integrated circuit solutions for WLAN power amplifiers, visible light sensors, CCFL and LED lighting; RF and microwave solutions including GaAs sensor devices and modules, silicon RF devices and modules; solar inverter power modules; high reliability semiconductors and modules including new radiation hardened transistors; new silicon carbide transistors; transient voltage circuit protection devices; high reliability MOSFETs, and PIN diodes for MRI equipment.
About Microsemi
Microsemi Corporation, with corporate headquarters in Irvine, California, is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of high performance analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits and high reliability semiconductors. The company's semiconductors manage and control or regulate power, protect against transient voltage spikes and transmit, receive and amplify signals.
Microsemi's products include individual components as well as integrated circuit solutions that enhance customer designs by improving performance and reliability, battery optimization, reducing size or protecting circuits. The principal markets the company serves include implanted medical, defense/aerospace and satellite, notebook computers, monitors and LCD TVs, automotive and mobile connectivity applications. More information may be obtained by contacting the company directly or by visiting its website at http://www.microsemi.com.
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