IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 20, 2007 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Microsemi Corporation (Nasdaq:MSCC), a leading manufacturer of high performance analog mixed signal integrated circuits and high reliability semiconductor, has announced a state-of-the-art high power transistor for UHF Long Pulsed Radar Applications.
"After the well-received market acceptance of our UHF 'One Transistor, One Thousand Watt' device -- the 0405-1000M -- we are very pleased to introduce this new UHF long pulse, high duty cycle 500 watts transistor to the market," said Jerry Chang, Director of Radar and RF Module Business in Santa Clara, California.
"Microsemi's RF Power Products Group continues to develop state-of-the-art Silicon BJT RF transistor technology while aggressively investing in Wide Band Gap technology for future leading edge applications," he added.
Designated the 0405-500L, this bipolar transistor is designed for UHF frequencies between 400 & 450 MHz. This high performance, common emitter, class C, high power transistor offers unparalleled performance of 500W of peak power, 50% collector efficiency and is in a hermetically sealed package for the best reliability for long pulsed Radar and over the horizon Radar applications.
Microsemi's latest RF transistor utilizes a new chip design and processing enhancements to offer state-of-the-art performance, notably in high power and high gain over the specified frequency range with 1.1 ms pulse width and 26% duty cycle.
0405-500L Key Product Features:
-- Designed for UHF Radar Applications: 400 - 450 MHz -- Long Pulse Format: 1.1 ms, 26% -- Excellent Output Power: 500W -- High Power Gain: 9.5 dB -- Collector Efficiency: 50% -- Compression: In Compression -- Vcc: +32V
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About Microsemi Corporation
Microsemi, 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, optimizing battery performance, reducing size or protecting circuits. The principal markets the company serves include defense, commercial air, satellite, medical, notebook computers, LCD TVs, mobile, and 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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