February 25, 2005 – Central Semiconductor Corp. announces the release of three (3) new energy efficient low leakage diodes. The CMDD3003, CMOD3003 and CMLD3003DO all offer a maximum leakage specification of 1.0nA and a 180 Volt reverse voltage rating. These devices have a leakage specification significantly lower than non-EED™ diodes and are ideal for portable battery powered products requiring longer stand-by time.

The SUPERmini™ CMDD3003 consists of a single device packaged in an SOD-323 surface mount case with a nominal profile of less than 1.0mm. The ULTRAmini™ CMOD3003 is a single low leakage, high voltage diode in an SOT-523 surface mount package with a profile of under 0.8mm The PICOmini™ CMLD3003DO, in an SOT-563 surface mount package, includes two low leakage/high voltage diodes isolated from one another with opposing polarities and a maximum package profile of 0.6mm.

In the past, this series was only available in four (4) configurations of an SOT-23 package: single, dual common anode, dual common cathode, and dual in series. With the addition of these three (3) new package options, the 3003 series of low leakage/high voltage diodes satisfies a broader range of smaller electronic products.

These devices are available Bulk Packed or 3,000 pcs on 7” Tape & Reel. Prices for the CMDD3003 start at $0.11 each for 3,000 pcs on a 7” reel. Prices for the CMOD3003 start at $0.12 each for 3,000 pcs on a 7” reel. Prices for the CMLD3003DO start at $0.16 each for 3,000 pcs on a 7” reel. Sample devices are available upon request.