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

MALVERN, Pa. — 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.

The VO14642AT features a fast typical switching speed of 800 µs that provides higher throughput in test equipment, as well as low on-resistance of 0.25 Ω that permits the use of multiple relays in applications needing low power consumption and heat dissipation. The relay is rated for a high 2-A DC maximum load current, and a load voltage of 60 V.

An optically isolated device, the VO14642AT provides 5300 V of input-to-output isolation. The relay offers clean, bounce-free switching and is TTL/CMOS-compatible. Available in tape and reel packing, the device features pure tin leads.

Samples of the new VO14642AT 1 Form A solid-state relay are available now. Production quantities will be available in August 2007, with lead times of four to six weeks for large orders.

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc., a Fortune 1,000 Company listed on the NYSE (VSH), is one of the world's largest manufacturers of discrete semiconductors (diodes, rectifiers, transistors, and optoelectronics and selected ICs) and passive electronic components (resistors, capacitors, inductors, sensors, and transducers). These components are used in virtually all types of electronic devices and equipment, in the industrial, computing, automotive, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. Its product innovations, successful acquisition strategy, and ability to provide "one-stop shop" service have made Vishay a global industry leader. Vishay can be found on the Internet at http://www.vishay.com.