Vishay Intertechnology News

New Vishay Siliconix 20-V TrenchFET® Gen III Power MOSFET Features Industry-Best Maximum 2.0-mΩ On-Resistance at 4.5V and 1.55mΩ at 10V

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:59:20 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — November 19, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today expanded its family of Gen III TrenchFET® power MOSFETs with the release of a new 20-V n-channel device offering the industry’s lowest on-resistance and on-resistance times gate charge for a device with this voltage rating in the PowerPAK® SO-8 package type.

Vishay's New USB-OTG Bus Port Protection Array Provides Low Typical Capacitance of 0.7pF and Low Maximum Leakage Current Down to 0.085μA in Ultra-Compact LLP75-7L Leadless Package

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 12:46:09 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — November 14, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released a compact new ESD-protection array featuring a low capacitance and leakage current to protect USB-OTG ports against transient voltage signals. The new device provides three lines of USB ESD protection at a 5.5-V working range, and one line of VBUS protection at a 12-V working range.

Vishay Releases New ECL Series of SMD Aluminum Capacitors with Z as Low as 90mΩ, High Capacitance Values up to 1500μF, and High Ripple Currents to 670mA

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 16:59:14 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — November 5, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of a new series of surface-mount aluminum capacitors that offers high-temperature operation +105°C, low impedance values, and high capacitances and ripple currents.

Vishay to Present Wide Range of Product Demonstrations and Highlight 12 Featured Products at electronica 2008 in Munich, Germany

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 18:15:42 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — October 24, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) will be presenting 39 different product demonstrations at the electronica 2008 trade show, to be held November 11-14 at the New Munich Trade Fair Centre in Munich, Germany. The demonstrations will highlight performance characteristics of a number of Vishay discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components.

New Siliconix 25-V TrenchFET® Gen III Power MOSFET Features Industry-Best Maximum 2.1-mΩ On-Resistance at 4.5V and 1.7mΩ at 10V in PowerPAK® SO-8 Package

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 08:57:21 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — October 22, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today expanded its family of Gen III TrenchFET® power MOSFETs with the release of a new 25-V n-channel device offering the industry’s lowest on-resistance and on-resistance times gate charge for a device with this voltage rating in the PowerPAK® SO-8 package type.

Vishay Siliconix Releases New Triple-Output Step-Down Controller IC for One Linear and Two Synchronous Power Rails

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 12:18:17 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — October 15, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released a new high-performance triple-output step-down controller IC designed for efficient power conversion in set-top boxes, base stations, wall adapters, consumer electronics, and network intermediate bus DC input supplies.

Vishay's New 250-mA LDO Voltage Regulator Offers Low 35-μA Ground Current To Extend Battery Run Times in Portable Electronics

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 11:15:00 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — October 8, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today extended its LDO product family portfolio with the release of the new SiP21110 250-mA LDO voltage regulator. The cost-effective device features a low 35-μA typical ground current at a 1-mA load in the space-saving Thin SOT23-5L package.

Vishay Upgrades 5-V Infrared Receiver Series to Offer 15% Greater Sensitivity, 30% Reduction in Operating Current, Broader 3-V to 5-V Power Supply Range, and Improved Pulse Width Accuracy and EMI and ESD Immunity

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 11:30:28 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — October 1, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology (NYSE: VSH) today announced that it is upgrading the performance of its 5-V infrared receivers with a new-generation IC that increases sensitivity of the device by 15% while improving pulse width accuracy.

Vishay Releases Three New X2 EMI Suppression Film Capacitors With Increased Voltage Rating to 310 VAC

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 17:46:43 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — September 26, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of three new X2 electromagnetic interference (EMI) suppression film capacitors with an increased maximum mains voltage of 310 VAC and a wide range of lead pitches and capacitance values.

Vishay Web Site Offers New Capabilities to Check Distributor Stock and Request Quotes

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 17:46:15 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — September 26, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) announced today that its web site — www.vishay.com — has new capabilities for checking product inventory and generating quotes. These capabilities are available via the "Check Distributor Stock" function located directly on the Vishay homepage.

Vishay Releases Industry's First 30-V Monolithic Power MOSFET and Schottky Diode With Double-Sided Cooling

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:53:09 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — September 24, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of the industry's first 30-V monolithic power MOSFET and Schottky diode to be offered in a package with top and bottom heat dissipation paths for top performance in systems with forced air cooling. Offered in the PolarPAK® package with double sided cooling, the new SkyFET® SiE726DF device offers increased efficiency for high-current and high-frequency applications.

Vishay's VJ HVArc Guard® Surface-Mount X7R MLCCs Now Available With Optional Polymer Terminations to Failure Related to Mechanical Cracking

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 16:06:58 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — September 19, 2008 — In a move to decrease capacitor failures related to mechanical cracking, Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced that its HVArc Guard® surface-mount X7R multilayer ceramic chip capacitors (MLCCs) are now available with optional polymer terminations especially constructed to withstand higher levels of mechanical stress.

Vishay Releases Industry's First White Power SMD LEDs to Utilize InGaN/TAG on Sapphire Technology in CLCC-6 and CLCC-6 Flat Ceramic Packages

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 16:06:36 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — September 19, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released the industry’s first high-intensity white power SMD LEDs in the CLCC-6 and CLCC-6 flat ceramic packages to offer InGaN/TAG on sapphire technology for high optical power from 2240mcd to 5600mcd.

Vishay's New VPR221Z Ultra-High-Precision Z-Foil Resistor Features a Low Absolute TCR of ±0.2ppm/°C, PCR of 4ppm/W, Tolerance to ±0.01%, and Load-Life Stability of ±0.005% (50ppm)

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 10:58:53 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — September 17, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today introduced the new VPR221Z ultra-high-precision Z-Foil resistor. The new device provides an industrial-grade absolute TCR of ±0.05ppm/°C from 0°C to +60°C and ±0.2ppm/°C from −55°C to +125°C, +25°C ref., a power rating up to 8W at +25°C per MIL-PRF-39009 (1.5W in free air), an excellent power coefficient ("ΔR due to self heating") of ±4ppm/W typical, and a tolerance of ±0.01%.

Vishay's New 4-Line Bus Port Protection Array Provides Low Typical Capacitance of 1.2pF and High Surge Current of >11A in Ultra-Compact LLP75 Leadless Package

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 08:55:23 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — September 5, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released a compact new 4-line ESD-protection array designed to provide a low capacitance with a high surge current for the protection of dual high-speed USB ports, or up to four other high-frequency signal lines, against transient voltage signals.

Vishay's New 1-A Output Current Integrated Power Phototriac Eliminates Need for Separate Power TRIAC

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 10:37:21 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — August 27, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) broadens its optoelectronics portfolio with the release of an integrated power phototriac that outputs currents up to 1A to drive resistive and inductive loads.

Vishay Releases Industry's First Amber and Yellow Power SMD LEDs in CLCC-2 Flat Ceramic Package With 400-mA Driving Current

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 10:37:00 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — August 27, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released the industry’s first series of high-intensity amber and yellow power SMD LEDs in the CLCC-2 flat ceramic package with driving currents up to 400mA. The robust and light-efficient VLMK82.. and VLMY82.. devices offer low thermal resistance of 20K/W and high optical power from 5600mcd to 14000mcd for thermal-sensitive applications.

New Vishay Siliconix 8-V to 30-V P-Channel PowerPAK SC-75 Power MOSFETs Feature On-Resistance as Low as 0.052 Ohms in 1.6-mm by 1.6-mm Footprint Area

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 13:55:18 -0700

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — August 20, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released a family of p-channel power MOSFETs in the PowerPAK SC-75, including several devices rated from 8V to 30V that are industry-firsts for their voltage ratings in this package type.

Vishay Extends 298D MicroTan™ Series With Industry's First Solid Tantalum Chip Capacitors to Offer 10μF-4V CV Rating in Molded 0402 Case Size

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 09:40:35 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — August 15, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced that it has extended its 298D series of MicroTan™ solid tantalum chip capacitors to offer an industry-best capacitance-voltage rating in the molded 0402 package size.

Vishay's New VCS1625Z Ultra-High-Precision Z-Foil Surface-Mount Current Sensing Chip Resistor Features a Low Absolute TCR of ±0.2ppm/°C, Tight Tolerance to ±0.2%, and PCR of ±5ppm at Rated Power

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 09:40:07 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — August 15, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today introduced the new VCS1625Z ultra-high-precision Z-Foil surface-mount current sensing chip resistor.

Vishay's New VSMP0603 Ultra-High-Precision Bulk Metal® Z-Foil Wraparound Surface-Mount Resistor is Industry's Smallest to Combine TCR of ±0.2ppm/°C, Tolerance of ±0.01%, Rise Time of 1ns, and Load Life Stability of ±0.005%

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 16:46:06 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — August 13, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today introduced the new VSMP0603 ultra-high-precision Bulk Metal® Z-Foil (BMZF) wraparound surface-mount resistor. The device is the industry's first in the 0603 chip size to offer a military-grade absolute TCR of ±0.2ppm/°C from −55°C to +125°C, +25°C ref., a tolerance of ±0.01%, and an almost immeasurable 1-ns rise time without ringing

Vishay Releases Industry's First Professional Automotive Thin Film Chip Resistor in the 0603 Case Size to Combine High Temperature up to +175°C and Advanced Power Rating P85 of 150mW

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 16:46:37 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — July 30, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of the industry's first professional automotive thin film chip resistor in the 0603 case size to combine a high operating temperature to +175°C (1000 hours) and an advanced level of rated power.

Vishay Launches Miniaturized Encoder/Decoder for Infrared Wireless Communication in 4-mm by 4-mm by 0.75-mm Package

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 08:47:25 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — August 8, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) continues to broaden its optoelectronics portfolio with the release of a new miniaturized encoder/decoder for serial infrared (IrDA®) wireless communication, the TOIM5232.

Vishay Extends Hi-Rel COTS T97 Series to Offer Industry's First Solid Tantalum Chip Capacitor With 63-V Rating and 22-μF Capacitance

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 08:47:01 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — August 8, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced that has extented its TANTAMOUNT® Hi-Rel COTS T97 series to offer the industry’s first solid tantalum chip capacitor with a 63-V rating to meet derating requirements in +28-V power supply designs.

Vishay's New VPR220Z Ultra-High-Precision Z-Foil Resistor Features a Low Absolute TCR of ±0.05ppm/°C, Tolerance to ±0.01%, and Power Rating to 8W

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 09:58:23 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — August 1, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today introduced the new VPR220Z ultra-high-precision Z-Foil resistor. The new device provides an industrial-grade absolute TCR of ±0.05ppm/°C from 0°C to +60°C and ±0.2ppm/°C from −55°C to +125°C, +25°C ref., a power rating up to 8W at +25°C per MIL-PRF-39009 (1.5W in free air), an excellent power coefficient ("ΔR due to self heating") of ±5ppm at rated power, and a tolerance of ±0.01%.

Vishay Extends 140 CRH Series of SMD Aluminum Capacitors to Provide High Capacitance Values up to 1000μF, High Ripple Currents to 900mA at 125°C, and Low ESR Down to 90mΩ

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 09:57:35 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — August 1, 2008 — In a move to meet the demands for performance and reliability in automotive and industrial systems, Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced that it has extended the capabilities of its 140 CRH series of surface-mount aluminum capacitors to offer very high capacitance values and ripple currents.

Vishay's Improved S-Series High-Precision Bulk Metal® Foil Resistors Combine TCR of ±2.0ppm/°C, Tolerances of ±0.005% (50ppm) and Load Life Stability of ±0.005% (50ppm)

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 08:21:47 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — July 30, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the improved S series of high-precision Bulk Metal® foil (BMF) resistors, which provide a military-grade typical TCR of ±2ppm/°C from -55°C to +125°C, +25°C ref., tolerance of ±0.005%, and load life stability of ±0.005% for more than 10,000 hours.

Vishay's New VSA101 Ultra-High-Precision Axial Z-Foil Resistor Combines Absolute TCR of ±0.05ppm/°C, PCR of 5ppm at Rated Power, Tolerance of ±0.005%, and Load-Life Stability of ±0.005% (50ppm)

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 20:12:31 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — July 16, 2008 — To meet the demand for ultra-high-precision resistors in high-reliability applications, Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) introduces the new VSA101 axial Bulk Metal® Z-Foil resistor. The new device provides a low absolute TCR of ±0.05ppm/°C from 0°C to +60°C and ±0.2ppm/°C from −55°C to +125°C, +25°C ref., an excellent PCR ("ΔR due to self heating") of ±5ppm at rated power, a tolerance of ±0.005%, and a load life stability of ±0.005%.

Vishay Receives Two Awards from Arrow Electronics

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 20:12:00 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — July 16, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) is pleased to announce that it has received two prestigious awards from Arrow Electronics, Inc. Arrow presented the Partnership Award and the All-Star Award to Vishay at this year’s Electronic Distribution Show (EDS), held May 6-8 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

New Vishay Sfernice P10L Miniature Panel Potentiometer Features Long Life of 500,000 Cycles and Ultra-Small 9.6-mm Size

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 13:04:56 -0700

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA - July 11, 2008 - Vishay Intertechnology Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced a new low-cost, long-life panel potentiometer with a low temperature coefficient down to ±150ppm/°C and small 9.6-mm size.

Vishay Releases Industry-First Gen. 5.0 High-Performance 45-V Schottky Diodes Offering Maximum Junction Temperature to +175°C

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 13:02:24 -0700

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA - July 11, 2008 - Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today launched two new Gen. 5.0 High-Performance 45-V Schottky diodes that are the industry's first such devices to offer maximum junction temperature to +175°C. Built on sub-micron trench technology, the 30CTT045 and 60CPT045 devices offer extremely low forward voltage drop and low reverse leakage, allowing designers to increase power density in automotive and other high-temperature applications.

Vishay Extends 150 CRZ Series of SMD Aluminum Capacitors to Provide Z as Low as 60mΩ, Capacitance Values up to 2200μF, and Ripple Currents to 1007mA at +105°C

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:58:51 -0700

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA - July 9, 2008 - Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced that it has extended the capabilities of its 150 CRZ series of surface-mount aluminum capacitors to offer low impedance values, high capacitances and ripple currents, and 4-pin versions for high vibration capability.

Vishay Releases Industry-First White Power SMD LEDs in CLCC-2 Flat Ceramic Package With Ultra-Low 0.75-mm Profile

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 12:56:14 -0700

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA - July 9, 2008 - Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released the industry's first series of high-intensity white power SMD LEDs in the CLCC-2 flat ceramic package. The robust and light-efficient VLMW82.. devices offer low thermal resistance of 20K/W and high optical power from 9000mcd to 18000mcd for thermal-sensitive applications.

Vishay Systems Installs Custom-Designed Reel Optimizing System in European Tissue Paper Mill to Improve Manufacturing Efficiency

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 12:54:26 -0700

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA - July 9, 2008 - Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) announces that it has delivered and installed a Reel Optimizing System in SCA's Ortmann Mill, located in Pernitz, Austria. SCA is a global consumer goods and paper company. Its Ortmann Mill produces toilet paper, facial tissue, and napkins for European markets. Vishay is the major producer of strain gages and strain gage-based load cells, as well as systems based on strain gage technology. Its customized Reel Optimizing System, delivered in April to the Ortmann Mill, uses strain gage-based load cells to improve roll density by controlling the nip force throughout the entire reel spool change-over process. The system replaces the existing pneumatic cylinder pressure control system with a hydraulic cylinder force and position control system.

Vishay's New CSM2512S Bulk Metal® Surface-Mount Power Metal Strip® Resistor Offers Improved Load-Life Stability of 0.05%, Absolute TCR of ±15ppm/°C, and Tolerance of ±0.1%

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 09:26:22 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — June 27, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced a new high-precision Bulk Metal® surface-mount Power Metal Strip® resistor that features an improved load-life stability of ±0.05% at +70°C for 2000 hours at rated power, an absolute TCR of ±15PPM/°C from -55°C to +125°C, +25°C Ref., and a tolerance of ±0.1%.

Vishay Extends IHLP® Family of Low-Profile, High-Current Inductors With New Device in the 2020 Case Size

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 09:25:53 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — June 27, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced a new IHLP® low-profile, high-current inductor in the 2020 case size. The compact IHLP-2020BZ-01 offers a 5.18-mm by 5.49-mm footprint and ultra-low 2.0-mm profile, with a high maximum frequency and standard inductance values from 0.1μH through 10μH.

Vishay's New Hermetically Sealed VHP203 Miniature Ultra-High-Precision Z-Foil Resistor Features a Low Absolute TCR of ±0.05ppm/°C, PCR of 5ppm at Rated Power, Tolerance of ±0.001%, and Load-Life Stability of ±0.002%

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 09:24:28 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — June 27, 2008 — To meet the demand for long-term performance in high-reliability applications, Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today introduced the new hermetically sealed VHP203 miniature ultra-high-precision Z-Foil resistor. The new device provides a low absolute TCR of ±0.05ppm/°C from 0°C to +60°C and ±0.2ppm/°C from −55°C to +125°C, +25°C Ref, an excellent power coefficient ("ΔR due to self heating") of ±5ppm at rated power, a tolerance of ±0.001% (10ppm), and a load-life stability of ±0.002% (20ppm).

Vishay’s New D2TO35 35-W Thick Film Power Resistor Features Wide 0.01-Ω to 550-kΩ Resistance Range in Ultra-Compact TO-263 Package (D2PAK)

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 08:49:16 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — June 25, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released a new 35-W thick film power resistor featuring a compact, easy-to-mount TO-263 package (D2PAK) and a broad range of resistance values.

Vishay Releases New High-Power, High-Speed 850-nm Infrared Emitters with Viewing Angles of ±10° and ±18° in Leaded 5-mm Packages

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 08:49:36 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — June 25, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today broadened its optoelectronics portfolio with the introduction of a new generation of 850-nm infrared emitters in 5-mm leaded packages. The TSHG5210 and TSHG6210 are available with ±10° viewing angle while the TSHG5410 and TSHG6x10 devices are available with a ±18° viewing angle. They offer extremely high radiant intensity with the industry's lowest forward voltage.

Vishay’s New Power SMD LEDs in Thermally Enhanced PLCC-4 Package Feature Thermal Resistance Down to 290 K/W, With High Current Drives to 70 mA for Improved Light Output

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 09:00:20 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — June 20, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of a new series of power surface-mount LEDs that deliver a significant advance in heat dissipation and brightness. The new VLMx32.. devices feature a PLCC 4 package with a lead frame optimized to provide very low thermal resistance down to 290 K/W and power dissipation up to 200 mW, which in turn enables high drive currents up to 70 mA for twice the brightness of Vishay’s high-intensity SMD LEDs in the PLCC 2 package. For automotive applications, the VLMx32.. devices are automotive qualified per AEC-Q101.

Vishay Releases New 20-V P-Channel TrenchFET® Power MOSFET in MICRO FOOT® Chipscale Package with Industry's Smallest Footprint of 1.2-mm by 1.0-mm

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 08:50:31 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — June 18, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released a new 20-V p-channel TrenchFET® power MOSFET in a MICRO FOOT® chipscale package that features the industry’s smallest footprint and on-resistance ratings down to 1.2V.

Vishay Chosen as Corporate Participant in the Turin Polytechnic Institute's New Business Research Center

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 09:13:37 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — June 17, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced that Vishay Semiconductor Italiana S.p.A., a high-power products division of the company, has been chosen to be one of the eight initial corporate participants in the Turin Polytechnic Institute's new Business Research Center.

New Vishay Siliconix Power MOSFETs in Compact 2-mm by 2-mm PowerPAK® SC-70 Package Offer Half the Size of TSOP-6 with Comparable On-Resistance Down to 11mΩ

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 08:35:00 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — May 28, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of 15 new power MOSFETS in a PowerPAK® SC-70 package measuring 2mm by 2mm with a low 0.8-mm profile.

Vishay’s New Double-Diode Bus Port-Protection Array Provides Capacitance of 1.5 pF Typical Per Diode and Maximum Leakage Current of <0.1 μA in Ultra-Compact LLP75 Leadless Package

Thu, 29 May 2008 18:36:23 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — May 23, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released a compact new double-diode ESD-protection array designed to protect dual high-speed USB ports or up to two other high-frequency signal lines against transient voltage signals.

Vishay Releases New Enhanced 10-A to 25-A PowerBridge™ Rectifier Series With 600-V to 1000-V VRRM

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 08:12:22 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — May 28, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced a new series of enhanced high-current-density PowerBridge™ rectifiers with current ratings of 10A to 25A and maximum peak reverse voltage ratings of 600V to 1000V.

Vishay's New Toroidal High-Temperature Inductor Offers Industry's Lowest Inductance Down to 0.39μH and Lowest DCR with Vertical- and Horizontal-Mount Options

Fri, 16 May 2008 09:15:47 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — May 16, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced a new toroidal, high-current, high-temperature inductor that offers the industry's highest rated and saturation current, and the industry’s lowest inductance and DCR.

Vishay Releases New TR8 Series of Molded MicroTan™ Tantalum Chip Capacitors with ESR of 0.8Ω in 0805 Case Size, and Industry’s Lowest ESR of 1.5Ω for the 0603 Case Size

Wed, 14 May 2008 12:25:41 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — May 14, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of the new TR8 series of molded MicroTan™ tantalum chip capacitors that provide ultra-low ESR values of 0.8Ω (at 100kHz and 47μF) in the 0805 case size, and an industry-low 1.5Ω in the 0603 case size.

Vishay's New VFCD1505 Ultra-High-Precision Z-Foil Surface-Mount Flip Chip Voltage Divider Combines a Low Absolute TCR of ±0.05ppm/°C, TCR Tracking of 0.1ppm/°C, Load Life Stability Ratio of 0.005%, and PCR Tracking of 5ppm at Rated Power

Wed, 14 May 2008 12:25:18 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — May 14, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) announces the new VFCD1505 surface-mount flip chip voltage divider, which provides a low absolute TCR of ±0.05ppm/°C from 0°C to +60°C and ±0.2ppm/°C from −55°C to +125°C, +25°C Ref., an excellent PCR tracking ("ΔR due to self heating") of ±5ppm at rated power, and a load life stability ratio of ±0.005%.

Vishay Releases New Analog Multiplexers and Switches With Ultra-Low Charge Injection Less Than 1.0pC and Low Switching Capacitance Under 3pF for Precision Instrumentation Applications

Mon, 12 May 2008 08:06:26 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — May 12, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released eight new high-frequency, low-charge-injection analog multiplexers and switches for precision instrumentation applications. They are also the first devices of their kind to be offered in the leadless 1.8-mm by 2.6-mm miniQFN package, in addition to the standard TSSOP and SOIC packages.

Vishay's New Automotive Precision Thin Film Chip Resistor Array Is Tested According to AEC-Q200 and Offers 1000-V ESD Stability

Fri, 09 May 2008 15:39:46 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — May 9, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of the ACAS 0612 AT automotive precision thin film chip resistor array, which is tested according to AEC-Q200 and offers a 1000-V ESD stability rating. The device is optimized to meet new automotive industry requirements for temperature and humidity, while offering high repeatability and stable performance for industrial, telecommunication, and consumer electronics.

Vishay Releases New VLRE31.. and VLRK31.. Series of High-Brightness Yellow and Red SMD LEDs in Reverse Gullwing Package with 1.9-mm Profile

Fri, 09 May 2008 10:40:46 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — May 9, 2008 — Moving to meet the increasing demand for AlInGaP technology, Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released two new series of yellow and red SMD LEDs in the reverse gullwing package that offer exceptional brightness and low power consumption.

Vishay's New Ultra-High-Precision, High-Resolution Z-Foil Audio Resistor Features a Special Design Without Molding or Encapsulation to Reduce Signal Distortion and Increase Clarity in Signal Processing

Wed, 07 May 2008 10:42:10 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — May 7, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced a new ultra-high-precision Z-Foil audio resistor that features a special design for increased clarity. The device provides a low typical TCR of ±0.2ppm/°C from -55°C to +125°C, +25°C ref., an excellent PCR ("ΔR due to self heating") of 5ppm at rated power, an absolute tolerance of 0.01%, and current noise of <-40dB.

Vishay Wins 2008 EE Times ACE Award in Ultimate Products of the Year, Analog ICs Category

Tue, 06 May 2008 22:14:09 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — May 6, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced that the company’s SiP12510 and SiP12511 white LED drivers have won the 2008 EE Times Annual Creativity in Electronics (ACE) Award in the category of Ultimate Products of the Year, Analog ICs. The ACE Awards recognize the electronics engineering industry's most innovative companies and breakthrough technologies.

Vishay Releases New High-Power, High-Speed 870-nm Infrared Emitter with Wide Viewing Angle of ±38° in Leaded Package

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 10:21:12 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — April 30, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology (NYSE: VSH) broadens its optoelectronics portfolio with the introduction of its first wide-viewing-angle infrared emitter in a leaded package. With its uniquely designed lens, the TSFF5510 has a viewing angle of ±38°, which enables significantly better performance than standard 5-mm emitters.

Vishay Releases Four New 600-V PFC High-Frequency Rectifiers with 19-ns and 20-ns Reverse Recovery Times and Low Forward Voltage Drop Ratings of 1.7V and 1.9V

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 11:07:51 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — April 25, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today launched four new 600-V FRED Pt Hyperfast rectifiers that reduce switching losses in high-efficiency PFC and SMPS applications with their extremely fast and soft reverse recovery times, together with low forward voltage drop.

Vishay's Electro-Pyrotechnic Initiator Chip Resistor Named as Winner of EDN's 18th Annual Innovation Award In Passive Components and Interconnect Category

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 08:29:12 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — April 24, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced that its electro-pyrotechnic initiator chip resistor (EPIC) was honored with an EDN Innovation Award in the Passive Components and Interconnect category at a dinner and awards ceremony held on April 14, in San Jose, California.

Vishay Honored With Outstanding Paper Award at CARTS USA

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 14:09:47 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — April 22, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced that a paper presented by company engineers at the Capacitor and Resistor Technology Symposium (CARTS) USA in 2007, was honored with an Outstanding Paper Award at CARTS USA 2008, held March 17 to 20 in Newport Beach, Calif.

Vishay Micro-Measurements System 7000, with Measurement Accuracy of ±0.05%, Measurement Resolution of 0.5 Microstrain, and Scan Rates Up to 2048 Samples Per Second, Now Available as 32-Channel, Bench-Top Scanner

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 14:45:11 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — April 16, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) announces that Vishay Micro-Measurements System 7000 is now available with new features and capabilities. Previously available as a 4U-height, 19-inch, rack-mountable scanner, System 7000 is now also available as a 32-channel, bench-top scanner.

Vishay Releases New 20-V P-Channel TrenchFET® Power MOSFET in MICRO FOOT® Chipscale Package With Industry's Thinnest Profile of 0.59-mm

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 08:12:59 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — April 9, 2008 — To address the need for smaller components in portable devices, Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released a new 20-V p-channel TrenchFET® power MOSFET in a MICRO FOOT® chipscale package with the industry's lowest profile and on-resistance for this device type.

Vishay's Releases New VEMT Series of Silicon NPN Phototransistors In PLCC-2 Package That is Compatible With Lead (Pb)-Free Soldering

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 09:49:23 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — April 4, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) continues to broaden its optoelectronics portfolio with the release of a new series of wide-angle phototransistors in a PLCC-2 surface mount package that is compatible with lead (Pb)-free soldering. Devices in the VEMT series serve as pin-to-pin and functional equivalents for the current TEMT series of phototransistors, enabling simple and quick migration to meet lead (Pb)-free soldering requirements.

Vishay's HE3 Wet Tantalum High-Energy Capacitor Chosen as Product of the Year by Electronic Products China Magazine

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 08:42:02 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — March 31, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced that its HE3 wet tantalum high-energy capacitor was chosen as a winner of Electronic Products China magazine's 2007 Product of the Year Awards.

New 30-V TrenchFET Power MOSFET with Industry-Best Maximum 2.25-Milliohm On-Resistance at a 4.5-V Gate Drive Voltage is First Device in Vishay Siliconix TrenchFET® Gen III Family

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 08:24:17 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — March 26, 2008 — The first device in a new third-generation TrenchFET® power MOSFET family offering record-breaking specifications for on-resistance and on-resistance times gate charge was released today by Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH).

Vishay Releases New Series of Half-Bridge 600-V and 1200-V IGBT Modules with High Current Ratings from 75A to 200A in Int-A-Pak Package

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 09:44:57 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — March 14, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today launched a new series of half-bridge insulated-gate bipolar transistors (IGBT) in the industry-standard Int-A-Pak package. The series consists of eight 600-V and 1200-V devices that offer a variety of technologies for high hard switching operating frequencies in standard and Ultrafast speeds.

Vishay Releases New VLMW611.. and VLMW621.. Series of Warm White Power SMD LEDs in CLCC-6 and CLCC-6 FlatPackage with Industry's Lowest Profile of 0.9mm

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 09:35:59 -0400

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — March 12, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released two new series of warm white power SMD LEDs that utilize InGan technology to offer low resistance and high optical power. The VLMW611.. series is offered in the CLCC-6 package, while the VLMW621.. series features the CLCC-6 flat package, which offers an industry-low height profile of 0.9mm.

Vishay Releases New Platinum SMD Flat Chip Temperature Sensors in Three Standard Chip Sizes

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 09:24:46 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — March 7, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of new platinum SMD flat chip temperature sensors that offer advanced thin film technology in three standard chip sizes — 0603, 0805, and 1206. The devices feature short reaction times of ≤5s (in air) and a temperature range from -55°C up to +155°C.

Vishay Releases a New High-Reliability, Thick Film Resistor with Extremely Low Resistance Down to 10mΩ, Tight Tolerances of ±1% and ±5%, and Low TCR Down to ±100ppm/K

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 09:24:23 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — March 7, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of a new thick film resistor that combines an extremely low resistance with tight tolerances and low TCR for current-sensing applications.

Vishay's Industry-First Controller ICs for Intermediate Bus Converters Integrate 1.6-A Low- and High-Side MOSFET Drivers, Feature 36-V to 75-V Input Voltage Range, >95% Efficiency, and Broad Range of Protection Features

Wed, 27 Feb 2008 11:35:10 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — February 27, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced two new controller ICs for intermediate bus converter (IBC) applications that are the first such single-chip devices on the market to integrate high-voltage (75-V) half-bridge MOSFET drivers with a 1.6-A peak current driving capability, as well as a full range of current monitoring and control features.

Vishay Releases Industry's First Surface-Mount Power Metal Strip® Resistor to Offer High 0.20-W Power Rating in Compact 0603 Package Size

Wed, 27 Feb 2008 11:34:42 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — February 27, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the industry’s first Power Metal Strip® resistor to feature a high 0.20-W power rating in the compact 0603 package size.

Vishay Releases Royalty-Free Courier-115™ Software Protocol Enabling Infrared Wireless Communication for Texas Instruments MSP430 MCU Platform

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 08:29:43 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — February 26, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) continues to broaden its optoelectronics portfolio with the release of Courier-115™ a royalty-free wireless software protocol for devices that are based on the Texas Instruments (TI) ultra-low power MSP430 microcontroller (MCU) platform.

Vishay Releases Industry's First Power Metal Strip® Resistors in 3921 and 5931 Case Sizes With an Operating Temperature Range of –65°C to +275°C

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 11:07:56 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — February 13, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced two new high-temperature, surface-mount Power Metal Strip® resistors that are the industry’s first such devices in the 3921 and 5931 case sizes to offer an operating temperature range of –65°C to +275°C.

Vishay's New Z202 Miniature Ultra-High-Precision Z-Foil Resistors Combine Typical TCR of ±0.05 ppm/°C, Power Coeffient of Resistance (PCR)of ±5 ppm, and Tolerances to ±0.01%

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 11:08:08 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — February 08, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) announces the Z202 series of miniature ultra-high-precision Z-Foil resistors, which provide a typical TCR of ±0.05ppm/°C from 0°C to +60°C, PCR (ΔR due to self heating) of ±5ppm at rated power, tolerances to ±0.01%, load life stability of ±0.01%, and can be trimmed to any specific value at any tolerance within the standard resistance range of 5Ω to 30kΩ.

New Vishay Sfernice PE60 is Industry's First Power Panel Potentiometer With a Cermet Element to Offer a Power Rating of 6W at 50°C

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:43:21 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — February 1, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the industry's first power panel potentiometer with a cermet element to feature a 6-W power rating at 50°C.

Vishay Releases 5th Generation Family of High-Performance 100-V Schottky Diodes That Offer Tj Max of +175°C For High-Temperature Applications

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:12:58 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — January 30, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today launched a new high-performance Schottky Diode Gen 5.0 silicon platform with 8 new devices offering low forward voltage drop, low reverse leakage, and a high maximum junction temperature for high-temperature applications.

Vishay Releases Five New Series of High-Sensitivity AGC3 IR Receivers Optimized for Noisy Environments and Short Burst Codes

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:13:04 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — January 30, 2008 — In a move to minimize the impact of fluorescent lamps (CFLs) and other disturbance signals on IR remote control systems, Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of five new series of high-sensitivity IR receivers. As AGC3 devices, the receivers are optimized for noisy environments and short burst codes.

Vishay's New WSMS5515 Power Metal Strip® Meter Shunt Resistor Offers 3-W Power Capability with Low Resistance Values of 500 μΩ to 100 μΩ

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:13:09 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — January 23, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced a new Power Metal Strip® meter shunt resistor that offers 3-W power capability in the 5515 size package, with extremely low resistance values down to 100μΩ.

Vishay Offers Two Quad ESD Diode Protection Arrays in New Ultra-Compact LLP1010-5L Package with 1-mm by 1-mm Footprint and Low 0.4-mm Profile for Board Space Savings

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:43:40 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — January 23, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of two low-capacitance, quad ESD diode protection arrays in the tiny new LLP1010-5L package using environmentally friendly "green" molding compound.

New Vishay Sfernice P30L Panel Potentiometer Features Long Life of 1 Million Cycles and Low Temperature Coefficient Down to ±150 ppm/°C in Compact, Fully Sealed IP67 Package

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:43:46 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — January 18, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced a new long-life, compact panel potentiometer with a high 2-W power rating, low temperature coefficient, and high operating torque.

Vishay's New ESD Single-Line Protection Diode Is Industry's First to Provide Low Capacitance of 1.5 pF in the New Leadless LLP1006 Package

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:43:54 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — January 18, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of the industry's first ESD single-line protection diode to provide a low 1.5-pF capacitance in the new LLP1006 package.

Vishay's 3-V Infrared Receiver Series Offers Enhanced Sensitivity, 70% Reduction in Operating Current, Broader 2.5-V to 5.5-V Power Supply Range, and Improved EMI and ESD Immunity

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:44:00 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — January 11, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced that it is upgrading the performance of its 3-V infrared receivers with a new-generation IC that doubles the sensitivity of the device under low-light conditions.

Vishay Releases New DG469 and DG470 High-Voltage, Single- and Dual-Supply SPDT Analog Switches with Low 3.6-Ω On-Resistance and 0.4-Ω Flatness

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:44:04 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — January 10, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released two new high-voltage, single- and dual-supply single-pole double-throw (SPDT) analog switches.

Vishay's New SiP21301 LDO Controller Offers Adjustable and Fixed 1.2-V and 1.5-V Output Voltages With 80% Efficiency

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:44:09 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — January 3, 2008 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released an LDO controller with adjustable and fixed output voltage options that uses external n-channel MOSFETs to provide extremely low drop-out voltages of under 50mV at very high currents, up to 7A, with 80% efficiency.

Vishay's New Electro-Pyrotechnic Initiator Chip Resistor is Industry's First to Offer Joule Effect Ignition For Fast Firing Times Down to 50 μs, and a No Fire/All Fire Ratio up to 70%

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:44:18 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — December 19, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the development of a special thin film resistor chip specifically designed to meet the demanding needs of pyrotechnic engineers. The new electro-pyrotechnic initiator chip resistor (EPIC) is the industry’s first such device to offer Joule effect ignition for very fast firing times down to 50μs, and a no fire/all fire ratio up to 70%.

Vishay Releases the Industry's First 200-V Dual High-Voltage TMBS® Trench Schottky Rectifier

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:44:23 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — December 19, 2007 — In a move to provide a low-cost alternative to synchronous rectification solutions, Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today launched the industry's first 200-V, 30-A dual high-voltage TMBS® Trench Schottky rectifier.

Vishay’s Monolithic SkyFET™ Power MOSFET and Schottky Diode Enables 6% Improvement in DC/DC Converter Efficiency

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:44:29 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — December 12, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE) today released a single-chip power MOSFET and Schottky diode device that improves operational efficiency by up to 6 percent in dc-to-dc conversion applications compared with circuits using any previous such monolithic device.

Vishay Releases Industry-First SMD LEDs in CLCC-6 Flat Ceramic Package Combining Low Thermal Resistance Down to 40 k/W and High Optical Power From 2800 mcd to 9000 mcd

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:44:35 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — December 12, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released the industry's first series of high-intensity yellow, amber, and white power SMD LEDs in the CLCC-6 flat ceramic package to offer low thermal resistance of 40K/W or 60K/W and high optical power from 2800 mcd to 9000 mcd for thermal-sensitive applications.

Vishay Receives Two Manufacturer of the Year Awards from National Electronic Distributors Association

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:44:41 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — November 30, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) recently received two awards from the National Electronic Distributors Association (NEDA). Vishay received the awards, one for Active Component Manufacturer of the Year and one for I, P, and E (Interconnect, Passive, and Electromechanical) Component Manufacturer of the Year, at NEDA’s annual Executive Conference in Chicago, Illinois.

Vishay's New Single-Turn, Bushing-Mount Position Sensor in Size 09 Features Hall Effect Technology for Applications in Harsh Environments

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:44:49 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — November 16, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced a new single-turn, bushing-mount position sensor in the size 09 (22.2mm) that features Hall effect technology for applications in harsh environments.

Vishay Introduces 0.5-A, 1.0-A, and 1.5-A Flip Chip Schottky Diodes in Industry-First FlipKY® Chip Scale Package

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:44:54 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — November 15, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) is now offering industry-first FlipKY® chip scale Schottky diodes that are the smallest such devices on the market. The Vishay FCSP FlipKY series announced today includes 0.5-A, 1.0-A, and 1.5-A devices with footprint dimensions of 0.9mm by 1.2mm and 1.5mm by 1.5mm.

Vishay’s New Toroidal High-Temperature Inductor Offers Industry’s Lowest Inductance Down to 0.47 μH and Lowest DCR with Vertical- and Horizontal-Mount Options

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:45:00 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — November 14, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the first size in a series of new toroidal, high-current, high-temperature inductor that offers the industry’s highest rated and saturation current, and the industry’s lowest DCR.

New Vishay Siliconix AEC-Q101-Qualified TrenchFET® Power MOSFETs with 175°C Junction Temperature Rating Are Industry-First for Automotive in 3-mm by 3-mm PowerPAK® Package

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:45:07 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — November 14, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today launched a new series of automotive AEC-Q101-qualified TrenchFET® power MOSFETs with two 60-V devices in a PowerPAK® 1212-8 package rated for a 175°C junction temperature.

Vishay Releases Multi-SMD Tri-Color LED with Separate Control for Red, Green, and Blue LED Chips in Compact 3.2-mm by 2.8-mm PLCC-4 Package

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:45:13 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — November 9, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released a new multi-SMD tri-color LED with a wide luminous intensity range and independent color control.

Vishay Offers Three New Single-Line ESD Protection Diodes in Ultra-Compact Plastic SOD923 Package for Space-Limited Applications

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:45:24 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — November 9, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of three new single-line ESD protection diodes in the tiny plastic SOD923 package for portable electronics and other space-sensitive applications.

Vishay TrenchFET® Power MOSFETs For OR-ing Applications Feature Industry-Best On-Resistance Down to 1.5 Milliohms in SO-8 Footprint Area with 20-V Drain-to-Source and Gate-to-Source Ratings

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:45:30 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — November 7, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (VSH) is helping to improve the efficiency of fixed telecom networks with three power MOSFETs for OR-ing applications that offer best-in-class on-resistance performance with a choice of three package options.

Vishay Releases New Little Star® Family of Yellow, Amber, Warm White, and White 1-W LEDs in the SMD Power Package

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:45:34 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — November 7, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released a new family of yellow, amber, warm white, and white 1-W power SMD LEDs. The Little Star® VLMK71.., VLMY71.., VLMW71.. and VLMW711.. series offer a low thermal resistance and high luminous intensity for a wide range of applications.

Vishay’s TSOP85.. Series of SMD IR Receiver Modules Features Industry’s Highest Sensitivity-to-Size Ratio in Compact Top- or Side-View Package

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:45:40 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — October 26, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released a new series of surface-mount infrared receiver modules that offer the industry's highest sensitivity-to-size ratio.

Vishay’s New PTC Thermistors Offer Mains Voltage Operation with Surface Temperatures Ratings from 100°C to 200°C for Heating Applications

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:45:47 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — October 24, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced a new series of self-regulating PTC (positive temperature coefficient) thermistors for heating applications.

Vishay’s New DSMZ Ultra-High-Precision Z-Foil Surface-Mount Voltage Divider Combines Typical TCR Tracking of <0.1 ppm/°C (0°C to +60°C), PCR Tracking of 5 ppm at Rated Power, Tolerance Match of ±0.01%, and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Rating Above 25,000 V

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:45:52 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — October 19, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the new DSMZ ultra-high-precision Z-Foil surface-mount voltage divider, which features TCR of ±0.05 ppm/°C from 0°C to +60°C and ±0.2 ppm/°C from -55°C to +125°C, PCR tracking ("ΔR due to self heating") of 5ppm at rated power, tolerance match of ±0.01%, and load life stability of ±0.005%.

Vishay’s New SMR1DZ and SMR3DZ Ultra-High-Precision Z-Foil Molded Surface- Mount Resistors Combine Typical TCR of ±0.05 ppm/°C, PCR of ±5ppm at Rated Power, Tight Tolerance to ±0.01%, and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Rating Above 25,000V

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:45:58 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — October 17, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the new SMR1DZ and SMR3DZ ultra-high-precision Z-Foil molded surface-mount resistors, which provide a low typical TCR of ±0.05ppm/°C from 0°C to +60°C and ±0.2ppm/°C from −55°C to +125°C, an excellent PCR ("ΔR due to self heating") of ±5ppm at rated power, tolerances to ±0.01%, and a load life ratio stability of 0.005%.

Vishay Extends Temperature Range of TCLT Family of Phototransistor Output Optocouplers to +110°C

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:46:03 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — October 12, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of optocouplers in long-body, low-profile 4-pin and 5-pin surface-mount SOP-6 mini-flat packages with a new extended temperature range of -40°C to +110°C. The TCLT family of optocouplers offers the higher isolation voltages of larger packages, while providing board space savings to designers.

Next-Generation Vishay Siliconix P-Channel TrenchFET® Power MOSFETs Offer Industry-Low On-Resistance Down To 29 Milliohms

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:46:08 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — October 10, 2007 — A new family of p-channel MOSFETs that sets a new record for lowest on-resistance per unit area was announced today by Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH).

Vishay Releases New Low-Impedance, High-Voltage, Dual-Supply SPST and SPDT Analog Switches

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:46:13 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — September 26, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released five new low-impedance, high-voltage analog switches with on-resistance as low as 10Ω for audio, video, and data switching applications.

Vishay Extends Isolation Capabilities of All SOIC-8 Optocouplers to 4000V

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:46:18 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — September 21, 2007 — In a move that will broaden target applications for its most compact optocoupler devices, Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced that all of its optocouplers in the SOIC-8 package have been upgraded to offer 4000-V isolation voltages and 6000-V rated impulse voltages (VIOTM).

Vishay’s New SMNZ Ultra-High-Precision Z-Foil Four-Resistor Network Combines Typical TCR Tracking of 0.1 ppm/°C, PCR Tracking of 5 ppm at Rated Power, Tight Tolerance Match of 0.01%, and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Rating Above 25,000 V

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:46:23 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — September 19, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the new SMNZ ultra-high-precision Z-Foil four-resistor network, which provides a low absolute TCR of ±0.05ppm/°C from 0°C to +60°C and ±0.2ppm/°C from 55°C to +125°C, an excellent PCR tracking ("ΔR due to self heating") of 5ppm at rated power, a tolerance match of 0.01%, a load life ratio stability of 0.005%, and is available for quick delivery through Vishay’s Fastlane Prototype Service (Foil@vishay.com).

Vishay Releases New High-Speed 1 Form A Solid-State Relay With 800-μs Turn-On/Turn-Off Times and Low 0.25-Ω On-Resistance

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:46:28 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — September 5, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released a new 1 Form A solid-state relay offering designers fast switching speeds and low on-resistance for a variety of test and measurement and industrial applications.

Vishay’s New Surface-Mount Ambient Light Sensing Photodiodes Are Industry’s First Qualified to Automotive Standard AEC Q101; Feature Linear Response to Illuminance from 0.1 lux to 100 klux

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:46:35 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — August 24, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) is broadening its Optoelectronics portfolio with the introduction of the first ambient light sensing photodiodes qualified to the AEC Q101 standard, a reliability test qualification procedure for discrete semiconductors published by the Automotive Electronics Council.

Vishay Releases Industry’s First High-Intensity Power SMD LEDs in CLCC6 Ceramic Package With Low Heat Dissipation and Optical Efficiency up to 35 lm/W

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:46:40 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — August 24, 2007 —Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released the industry’s first series of high-intensity yellow, amber, and white power SMD LEDs in the CLCC6 ceramic package. The VLMx61 series offers a very low thermal resistance and high optical power for thermal-sensitive applications.

Vishay Systems to Install Custom-Designed Reel Optimizing System in U.S. Paper Mill to Improve Manufacturing Efficiency

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:46:48 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — August 17, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) announces that it has received an order from Bowater Incorporated to install a Reel Optimizing System in its Grenada, Mississippi paper mill. Bowater is a leading North American pulp and paper manufacturing company.

Vishay Launches Industry-First Power MOSFETs Specifying On-Resistance at 1.2-V Gate-to-Source Voltage

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:46:54 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — August 15, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the industry’s first power MOSFETs with on-resistance ratings at a 1.2-V gate-to-source voltage, a move that will help designers simplify power management circuitry while extending battery run times in portable electronic systems.

Vishay Extends 298D MicroTan™ Series with Industry’s First Solid Tantalum Chip Capacitors to Offer 220-μF/4-V CV Rating in Molded 0805 Case Size

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:47:07 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — August 8, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced that it has extended its 298D series of MicroTan™ solid tantalum chip capacitors to offer industry-best capacitance-voltage ratings in two small molded package sizes.

New Vishay Siliconix PowerPAK® ChipFET® Power MOSFETs Replace TSOP-6 Devices with 75% Lower Thermal Resistance in 33% Smaller Footprint

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:47:13 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — July 16, 2007 — In a move to address the growing demand for thermally efficient power semiconductors in smaller footprints, Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released seven p-channel power MOSFETs in a new PowerPAK® ChipFET® package that offers advanced thermal performance in a compact 3mm by 1.8mm footprint.

Vishay Releases New HE3 Wet Tantalum High-Energy Capacitor with Ultra-High Capacitance Range of 3300 μF to 72000 μF

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:47:18 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — July 9, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of a new wet tantalum high-energy capacitor that offers the highest capacitance of any similar device on the market. The HE3 features a unique case design with SuperTan® technology for improved reliability and performance in high-energy applications.

Vishay Releases Two New Series of 4-Ω Quad SPST CMOS Analog Switches

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:47:23 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — July 9, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released two new series of quad SPST CMOS analog switches that combine high switching speeds with high signal bandwidth for use in a wide range of switching applications, including audio, video, data, and power.

Web Tension Transducers and Web Tension Transmitters from Vishay Systems to Support Efforts of Canadian Forest Sector Research Institute

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:47:29 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — June 29, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) announces the successful installation of two web tension systems at the pilot papermaking machine operated by Paprican, which is part of FPInnovations, one of the world’s largest forest sector research institutes. Each of the two web tension systems includes two Vishay Systems model HTU transducers and one model LCt-104 signal conditioner/transmitter.

Vishay’s T97 Solid Tantalum Chip Capacitors Offer High-Reliability Screening and Surge Current Testing Options With Ultra-Low ESR Values From 0.015 Ω to 0.17 Ω in a Wide Variety of Case Size

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:47:34 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — June 22, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of new TANTAMOUNT® Hi-Rel COTS T97 series solid tantalum chip capacitors, designed to provide high-reliability screening and surge current testing options with extremely low ESR performance

New Vishay RFWaves Multi-Channel 2.4-GHz Transceiver IC Offers Data Rate of Up To 1 Mbps and a Wide Voltage Range of 2.5 V to 3.6 V for Cost-Sensitive Applications

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:47:39 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — June 15, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the RFW-NC, a new 2.4-GHz ISM transceiver IC. Designed especially for highly cost-sensitive RF applications, the device offers low power consumption and is easily and quickly integrated into end products. Additional features of the RFW-NC include a high data rate of up to 1Mbps, a wide voltage range of 2.5V to 3.6V, and a compact 5-mm x 5-mm outline.

Vishay’s New 4-Line Bus Port Protection Diode Array Provides 15-kV ESD Protection, Low Typical Capacitance of <1 pF and Low Typical Leakage Current of <0.1 μA in Ultra-Compact LLP75 Leadless Package

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:47:44 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — June 13, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of a compact new 4-line ESD-protection array designed to protect dual high-speed USB ports or up to four other high-frequency signal lines against transient voltage signals up to 15kV.

Vishay’s New SMD Blue LEDs Feature High Luminous Intensity of 45 mcd to 112 mcd and 2 kV ESD-Withstand Voltage

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:47:49 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — June 13, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released a new series of sapphire-based, high-intensity blue SMD LEDs that offer highly efficient InGaN technology at a lower cost than standard InGaN blue LEDs.

New 950-nm Surface-Mount Transmissive Optical Sensors for the Automotive Market Are Industry’s First With AEC Q101 Qualification and MSL 1 Moisture Rating

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:47:55 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — May 30, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) is broadening its optoelectronics portfolio with the introduction of the industry’s first transmissive (interrupter) optical sensors qualified to the AEC Q101 standard, a reliability test qualification procedure for discrete semiconductors published by the Automotive Electronics Council.

Vishay’s 1.25-MHz White LED Drivers Feature 90% Typical Efficiency, Wide Input Voltage Range of 2.5 V to 6.0 V, and 30-V Output Capability

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:48:00 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — May 30, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of two new 1.25-MHz current-mode boost converters optimized for white LED applications.

Vishay’s New BiAs Single-Line ESD Protection Diode Features Low Profile of 0.4 mm, Low Typical Capacitance of <8 pF, and Low Maximum Leakage Current of <0.1 μA

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:48:05 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — May 18, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of a new bidirectional asymmetrical (BiAs) single-line ESD protection diode that offers an extremely low capacitance in the very small SOD923 package.

New Vishay Sfernice PRV4 Panel Potentiometer Features High 2-W Power Rating and Cermet Element in Compact, Fully Sealed Package

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:48:10 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — May 18, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced a new compact panel potentiometer with a cermet element and a high 2-W power rating.

Vishay’s Industry-First VJ HVArc Guard® Surface-Mount X7R MLCCs Prevent Surface Arc-Over With Voltage Ratings From 250 VDC to 1000 VDC and Capacitance Range of 100 pF to 0.27 μF

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:48:15 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — May 11, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of the industry’s first surface-mount X7R multilayer ceramic chip capacitors (MLCCs) designed to prevent surface arc-over. The new devices provide maximum capacitance in high-voltage ratings and an increased capacitor voltage breakdown.

Vishay Releases New Series of Ultrabright White SMD LEDs with 0603 Footprint, the Industry’s Smallest for This Device Type

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:48:20 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — May 9, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released a new series of ultrabright white SMD LEDs that utilize high-efficiency InGaN technology to provide exceptional brightness in a compact 0603 footprint.

Vishay Releases New Schottky Rectifiers Rated to 1 A and Transient Voltage Suppressors Rated to 100 W in Miniature MicroSMP Power Package With Space-Saving 2.5-mm by 1.3-mm Footprint

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:48:25 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — April 18, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today launched a new MicroSMP miniature package type for Schottky rectifiers and transient voltage suppressors (TVS) that provides high current power density and low thermal resistance for space savings and improved reliability.

Vishay's New VJ Series of Surface-Mount Open-Mode Design MLCCs Offers X7R and C0G Dielectrics, Complete Range of Voltage Ratings from 16 VDC to 3000 VDC, and Capacitance Ranges of 10 pF to 1.8 μF

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:48:33 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — April 13, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of the new VJ series of surface-mount, open-mode design (OMD) multilayer ceramic chip capacitors (MLCCs) with available polymer terminations to prevent board flexure cracks. Offered in eight case sizes with X7R and C0G dielectrics, the new devices provide a wide range of capacitances and increased capacitor voltage breakdowns.

Vishay’s Offers Industry’s First 8-Diode ESD Protection Array in Ultra-Compact LLP1713 Package for Board Space Savings

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:48:38 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — March 28, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of the industry’s first ESD protection array to integrate eight diodes in the very small, leadless LLP1713 package.

Vishay’s New 75-V, 2-A Half-Bridge MOSFET Driver Targets Automotive, Power Conversion, and Class D Audio Applications

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:48:47 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — February 26, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH), today announced the release of a high-frequency 75-V half-bridge nchannel MOSFET driver IC that delivers a 2-A peak sink and source gate driver current.

Vishay’s Quick-Net™ Precision Resistor Network Prototype Service Allows Designers to Specify Tight Ratio Tolerances of ±0.01%, Absolute Tolerances of ±0.1%, and TCR Tracking of ±5 ppm/°C

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:48:52 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — February 21, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) announces Quick-Net™, the industry’s prototyping service for precision resistor networks to provide designers and manufacturers with a two-week turnaround without non-recurring engineering (NRE) charges. Quick-Net dramatically shortens the process of bringing end products requiring precision analog circuitry to market, while allowing designers to specify improved ratio and TCR tracking specifications.

Vishay’s New ESD Single-Line Protection Diode Features Low Profile of 0.4 mm, Low Maximum Leakage Current of 0.1μA, and Low Typical Capacitance of 12 pF

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:48:56 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — February 21, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of a new ESD single-line protection diode in a tiny plastic SOD923 package.

Vishay Expands on 153 CRV Series with New SMD Capacitors Featuring Increased Voltages to 100 V and Increased Capacitance to 1000 μF

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:49:01 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — February 16, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced that it has fortified its RoHS-compliant 153 CRV series of vertical SMD aluminum electrolytic capacitors with new devices that feature twice the voltage and twice the capacitance ratings of previous devices in the series.

Vishay Announces Industry’s First Low-Profile, High-Current Inductors to Offer 3% DCR Tolerance

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:49:05 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — February 16, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the industry’s first series of low-profile, high-current inductors with a 3% DCR tolerance for current sensing applications.

Vishay’s New VJ HVArc Guard™ Surface-Mount C0G MLCCs are Industry’s First Designed to Prevent Surface Arc-Over at High Voltages With Capacitance Ranges of 10 pF to 2700 pF

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:49:10 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — February 14, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of the industry’s first surface-mount C0G multilayer ceramic chip capacitors (MLCCs) designed to prevent surface arc-over. The new devices provide maximum capacitance in high-voltage ratings and an increased capacitor voltage breakdown.

Vishay Releases New Wide-Band IR Sensor for Code Learning and IR Extender Applications

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:49:15 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — February 9, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of a new and unique device implementing a wide-band IR sensor for code learning and IR extender applications.

Vishay’s D2TO20 20-W Thick Film Power Resistors Feature Wide 0.010Ω to 550kΩ Resistance Range in Ultra-Compact TO-263 Package (D2PAK)

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:49:25 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — February 9, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released a new family of 20W thick film power resistors featuring a compact, easy-to-mount TO-263 package (D2PAK) and a broad range of resistance values.

Four New IHLP Low-Profile, High-Current Inductors Feature Low Profiles of 1.2 mm and 2.0 mm with Maximum Frequency Ranges of 1.0 MHz and 5.0 MHz

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:49:31 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — February 9, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of four new low-profile, high-current inductors that feature high maximum frequencies and low inductance values.

Vishay Siliconix P-Channel Load Switches With Integrated Slew-Rate Control For 1.5V to 5-V Applications Receive analogZONE "Product of the Year" Award

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:49:37 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — February 2, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced that its SiP4280A and SiP4282 families of p-channel load switches have been honored with an analogZONE (www.analogzone.com) 2006 "Product of the Year" award in the category of Best Innovation in Load Switches.

Vishay Releases New Sapphire-Based, High-Intensity White SMD LED Series in PLCC-2 Package

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:49:43 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — February 2, 2007 — To meet the increasing demand for white SMD LEDs, Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released a new series of sapphire-based, high-intensity white SMD LEDs that offer highly efficient InGaN technology at a very low price.

Vishay’s New 20-V to 40-V PolarPAK® Power MOSFETs Combine Thermal Benefits of Double-Sided Cooling Package with On-Resistance Down To 1.4 Milliohms

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:49:50 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — January 22, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) is adding new n-channel 20-V, 30-V, and 40-V devices to its PolarPAK® family of power MOSFETs with double-sided cooling, giving designers a new way to reduce system size and cost through better MOSFET thermal performance.

Vishay’s New WSLS2512 Surface-Mount Power Metal Strip® Resistor Offers Increased Stability With Low Resistance Change of 0.5 % in Low Resistance Values of 0.01Ω to 0.1Ω

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:49:54 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — January 19, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced a new surface-mount Power Metal Strip® resistor that offers improved resistance stability during operation with a maximum resistance change of 0.5 % through a 2000-hour workload. By comparison, the typical current sensing resistor has a resistance stability of ≥1 % through a 1000-hour workload.

Vishay’s New Multi-Channel EMI Filter Arrays Feature Ultra-Compact LLP Leadless Packages For Board Space Savings

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:50:00 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — January 19, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of three new four-, six-, and eight-channel EMI filters in the ultra-compact LLP leadless packages.

New Vishay Silconix N-Channel PowerPAK® ChipFET® MOSFETs Offer Same 3-W Maximum Power Dissipation as Larger SO-8 in 81% Smaller Footprint

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:50:04 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — January 15, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released eight n-channel power MOSFETs in an innovative new PowerPAK® ChipFET® package that offers advanced thermal performance in a compact 3mm by 1.8mm footprint. Featuring a broad variety of configurations and voltages, the new devices allow designers to easily replace larger power MOSFETs in a wide range of power conversion applications.

Vishay Systems to Install Five Custom-Designed Reel Optimizing Systems in Russian Pulp and Paper Mill to Improve Production

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:50:08 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — January 5, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) announces that its Vishay Systems division recently sold five Reel Optimizing Systems (ROS) to Kondopoga Pulp and Paper Mill (CSC Kondopoga), the largest Russian producer and exporter of newsprint. CSC Kondopoga is located in the Karelian Republic in the northwestern part of the Russian Federation. Reel Optimizing Systems use strain gage-based load cells and transducer-based measurement and control technology to improve productivity at paper manufacturing plants.

Vishay Receives Certificate of Accomplishment from Agilent

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:50:13 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — January 5, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) is pleased to announce that its Asian subsidiary, Vishay Intertechnology Asia Pte Ltd, recently received a certificate of accomplishment from Agilent Technologies in recognition of its excellent support to the latter between November 2005 and December 2006. Vishay had successfully supported and fulfilled Agilent’s quick orders for electronic components which, in turn, had enabled Agilent to enhance its quarterly sales forecasts.

Vishay’s New Non-Zero-Crossing 1.5-kV/μs dV/dt Phototriac Optocouplers Provide Off-Line Control of AC Voltages up to 380 V

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:50:18 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — January 4, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the VO3052 and VO3053, two new non-zero-crossing 1.5-kV/μs dV/dt phototriac optocouplers designed to isolate low-voltage logic from AC voltages up to 380 V.

Vishay Expands IHLP Family of Low-Profile, High-Current Inductors with New Devices Featuring Maximum Frequency Ranges of 1.0 MHz and 5.0 MHz

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:50:23 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — January 4, 2007 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of the new IHLP-4040DZ-01 and IHLP-4040DZ-11 low-profile, high-current inductors, which feature high maximum frequencies and low inductance values.

New Vishay Micro-Measurements System 7000 Has Measurement Accuracy of ±0.05%, Measurement Resolution of 0.5 Microstrain, and Scan Rates Up to 2048 Samples Per Second

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:50:27 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — December 19, 2006 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) announces the release of System 7000. Designed for use with Vishay Micro-Measurements StrainSmart® software, System 7000 has all the features needed to acquire, reduce, and present data from strain gages and related sensors for stress analysis testing. Able to address a wide range of precision strain measurement needs, System 7000 can be configured with a virtually unlimited number of sensors.

New Vishay Micro-Measurements Hybrid Sensors Feature Precision Strain Gages Bonded to Flat Substrates, with Optional Miniature Signal Amplifiers

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:50:32 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — December 19, 2006 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) announces the release of new Vishay Micro-Measurements hybrid sensors for measuring force, displacement, pressure, and acceleration. These miniature, lightweight sensors consist of foil strain gages adhesively bonded to flat substrates made of metal, polymer, or composites. Mass production is done using the same manufacturing equipment that Vishay Micro-Measurements uses to make its precision strain gages. The result is hybrid sensors with consistent performance characteristics from batch to batch at an economical price for high-volume applications.

New Vishay Revere JetWeigh-W™ Wireless Aircraft Weighing System Has Capacity of 15,000 to 600,000 Pounds (6,500 to 270,000 kg), and Operation Range of More than 220 Feet (70 m)

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:50:39 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — December 15, 2006 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) announces the release of the Vishay Revere JetWeigh-W™ wireless aircraft weighing system. The new JetWeigh-W system, which integrates wireless communication, digital weighing, and high-accuracy load cell technologies, eliminates the need for cable connections. It is an accurate and easy-to-use system that ensures correct weighing even under severe vibration and oscillation conditions.

Vishay’s New Z201 Ultra-High-Precision Z-Foil Resistor is First to Combine Very Low Typical TCR of ±0.05 ppm/°C (0°C to +60°C), Low PCR of ±5 ppm at Rated Power, Tight Tolerances of ±0.005% (50 ppm), and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Above 25,000 Volts

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:50:43 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — December 15, 2006 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) announces the improved Z201 ultra-high-precision Z-Foil resistor, the industry’s first device to provide a very low TCR of ±0.05 ppm/°C from 0°C to +60°C and ±0.2 ppm/°C from -55°C to +125°C, an excellent PCR ("ΔR due to self heating") of ±5 ppm at rated power, tight tolerances of ±0.005%, and a load life stability of ±0.005%.

Vishay Receives Two China Component Leader Awards

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:50:49 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — December 13, 2006 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) announces that it has been recognized as "China Component Leader" in two key categories: resistors and capacitors. During a November 23, 2006 ceremony at the China Electronics Fair in Shanghai, Vishay received awards as the top company in both categories. The event was sponsored by ChinaECNet, China’s top electronics web portal, in partnership with the China Electronics Fair, which is China’s largest trade show for the electronics industry.

New Thermal Models for Vishay Optocoupler Products Reduce Design Time

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:50:54 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — December 13, 2006 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced that it is now providing detailed thermal characteristics for newly released optocouplers and solid-state relays (SSRs) that have total power dissipation of 200 mW and higher. Vishay is the first optocoupler and SSR manufacturer in the industry to provide thermal models, which significantly reduce design time for customers.

Vishay Offers Designers Free Online MOSFET Thermal Simulation Tool

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:51:04 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — December 11, 2006 — A web-based tool that gives designers a detailed simulation of how Vishay Siliconix MOSFETs will perform thermally and be affected by adjacent components in a wide range of applications is now available on the web site of Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE:VSH).

Vishay Integrates IrDA Transceiver and Remote Control Receiver in 3-Lens Package for Multimedia PC and TVs

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:51:09 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — December 4, 2006 — Vishay Intertechnology is broadening its optoelectronics portfolio with a new device integrating a Remote Control receiver and an IrDA transceiver into a single, 3-lens, surface-mount package for the PC market.

Vishay Releases TMBS™ and Planar Schottky Rectifiers in New SMPC Miniature Power Package

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:51:14 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — November 29, 2006 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today launched a new miniature package type for its Trench MOS Barrier Schottky (TMBS™) and planar Schottky rectifiers that enables higher-current-density power supply designs with its compact dimensions and ability to handle up to 100 V and 12 A.

Vishay Releases New IR Receiver Modules in Compact Minicast Package

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:51:19 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — November 29, 2006 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the release of eight new series of infrared receiver modules in a new Minicast package type, featuring high immunity against EMI and a high-precision band filter.

Vishay Releases Four New 5-V Modules for IR Receiver Series

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:51:23 -0500

MALVERN, PENNSYLVANIA — November 29, 2006 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced the addition of four new modules featuring superior performance for pulse-distance coding to its TSOP1xxxx series of IR receivers.