IRVINE, Calif., May 1, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Microsemi Corporation (Nasdaq:MSCC), a leading manufacturer of high performance analog/mixed signal integrated circuits and high reliability semiconductors, has expanded its COOLMOS(tm) FREDFET and Server Series with devices featuring the industry's lowest Rds(on) product lineup.
These new Microsemi FREDFET and Server Series devices are designed for high power, high performance switch mode applications including power factor correction, server and telecom power systems, solar inverters, arc welding, plasma cutting, battery chargers, medical systems, semiconductor capital equipment and induction heating.
Key Performance Features
* Ultra Low Rds(on)
* Low gate charge, Q(g)
* Avalanche energy rated
* Popular TO-264-MAX(tm) and SOT-227 packages
The new Microsemi FREDFET and Server numbers:
Volts Rds(on) Part Number Device Type Package 600 0.078 62 APT62N60JCF FREDFET SOT-227 600 0.042 94 APT94N60L2C3G Server Series 264-MAX(tm) 600 0.023 82 APT82N60JCS Server Series SOT-227
The 1K pricing for part number APT94N60L2C3G is $16.24. Contact factory direct for additional pricing. Samples are available immediately. Technical datasheets are available on the Microsemi web site, http://www.microsemi.com.
All trademarks are of Microsemi Corporation, except COOLMOS(tm) which is a trademark of Infineon Technology AG.
About Microsemi Corporation
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, reliability and battery optimization, reducing size or protecting circuits. The principal markets the company serves include implantable 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 web site at http://www.microsemi.com.
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