IRVINE, Calif., March 13, 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 new line of ultra compact SP1 standard power modules with three standard rectifier 3-phase bridges and six high frequency FRED diode full bridges.
The three new Microsemi SP1 standard rectifier 3-phase bridge modules feature 1600V breakdown voltage with average currents of 40A, 70A and 90A.
The six modules with fast recovery diodes in full bridge configuration are available in 600V and 1200V versions, and with current ratings of 30A, 60A and 100A. Other voltages are possible upon demand. The fast diodes are from the latest DQ generation from Microsemi Power Products Group. Other fast diode technologies can be provided, such as 200V Schottky or SiC diodes.
"The introduction of these nine new ultra compact power modules shows our commitment to support the design of power systems with high performance and cost competitive products," said Russell Crecraft, General Manager, Power Products Group in Bend, Oregon. "With these standard rectifier 3-phase bridges and the high frequency diode bridges -- combined with our recently announced line of MOSFET and IGBT SP1 standard modules -- it is possible to achieve any power system up to 10 kW from our SP1 building blocks. Our new SP1 portfolio provides customers with a very high level of design flexibility," he said.
The new 3-phase and full bridges:
Configuration TYPE BVCES IF (A) @ VF (V) Part
(V) TC=80 Number
Degrees C
3 Phase bridge Standard 40 1,3 APTDR40X1601G
Rectifier 1600 70 1,3 APTDR70X1601G
diode 90 1,3 APTDR90X1601G
Full bridge FRED 30 1,8 APTDF30H601G
diode 600 60 1,8 APTDF60H601G
100 1,6 APTDF100H601G
Full bridge FRED 30 2,6 APTDF30H1201G
diode 1200 60 2,5 APTDF60H1201G
100 2,5 APTDF100H1201G
Technical data sheets are available on the Microsemi website: www.microsemi.com. Samples are available immediately. Prices range from $14.54 to $20.49 in quantities of 1K to 5K.
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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