February 1, 2005 – Central Semiconductor Corp. announces the release of three new EED™ (Energy Efficient Device) low leakage diodes. The CMDSH2-4L, CMOSH2-4L and CMUSH2-4L all consist of a single Schottky diode chip providing a maximum current specification of 200mA and a low maximum forward voltage drop of 0.5V at 200mA. A standard 200mA Schottky diode normally specifies a maximum V_F value of 1.0 volt or greater. Central Semiconductor’s EED™ Schottky diodes typically have forward voltage drops of at least 50% less than non-EED™ diodes.

The SUPERmini™ CMDSH2-4L packaged in the SOD-323 surface mount package offers a nominal profile under 1.0 mm. If an even lower profile is required, the ULTRAmini™ CMOSH2-4L in the SOD-523, or the ULTRAmini™ CMUSH2-4L in the SOT-523, both feature a profile under 0.8mm. All these devices are ideal for portable electronics where energy efficiency for longer battery life is a necessity.

These devices are available Bulk Packed or 3,000 pcs on a 7” Tape & Reel. Prices for the CMDSH2-4L start at $0.14 each for 3,000 pcs on a 7” reel. Prices for the CMOSH2-4L and CMUSH2-4L start at $0.16 each for 3,000 pcs on a 7” reel. Sample devices are available upon request.

Central Semiconductor manufactures leading edge discrete semiconductors and is always eager to explore design engineers' requests or special requirements. Specifications for these new devices can be found at the links listed below: