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BI Tech SIP Signal Diode Arrays are RoHS Compliant

February 01, 2006 by Jeff Shepard

Providing design engineers with a RoHS-compliant, conformal-coated, space saving signal diode network, TT Electronics' BI Technologies recently released its D Series signal diode arrays.

The diode array series features 4 to 14 pin counts, in single inline packages (SIPs) for saving space on printed circuit boards.

According to Mike Torres, product manager for BI Technologies Electronic Components Division, the company has seen increased demand for a hazardous waste-compliant version of the popular diode arrays.

"The D Series is available in multiple configurations and five different circuit types, including bussed, isolated and series configurations," Torres said. "The variety of circuit configurations, along with the space-saving SIP package, make these arrays ideal for circuits on densely packed PC boards that require electrical status discharge protection, over voltage protection, and line termination protection. Given the particular popularity of applications, it is no surprise that our distributor partners have seen a great deal of activity with this product."

The D Series diode arrays have a reverse voltage of 80V, a forward current of 100mA, reverse recovery time is 4 nanoseconds and the package power rating is 200mW. Common anode and common cathode networks are also available.

Typical pricing for the single diode arrays starts at $0.35 to $0.40, with lead times from stock to seven weeks. Samples are available immediately. Custom arrays are available on request.

BI Technologies makes trimming and precision potentiometers, position sensors, turns-counting dials, chip resistor arrays, resistor networks, integrated passive networks, transformers, inductors, hybrid microelectronics and custom integration products for communication, computer, automotive and industrial applications.

TT Electronics plc manufactures a broad range of advanced electronic components, assemblies and sensor modules for the automotive, industrial, telecommunication, computer and aerospace markets.