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News about Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) centers on its role as a manufacturer of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components for automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. Company releases highlight new product introductions, factory certifications, industry awards, and financial reporting events that matter to investors and engineers following VSH.
Product news includes announcements of transmissive sensors for position sensing and optical encoding, ambient light sensors with Automotive Grade qualifications, solid-state relays for 800 V battery monitoring systems, silicon carbide MOSFET power modules for medium to high frequency power conversion, thin film chip fuses with fast and very fast acting characteristics, snap-in aluminum electrolytic capacitors for DC-link filtering, glass protected NTC thermistors, and space-grade planar transformers for aerospace and defense applications. These updates show how Vishay expands its semiconductor and passive component portfolio across automotive, energy, industrial, and telecom systems.
Corporate and operational news features items such as certification of the Vishay La Laguna inductor factory in Gomez Palacio, Durango, Mexico to IATF 16949:2016 for magnetic inductors, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, and LEED standards. Awards coverage includes recognition of the SGTPL-28 series planar transformers in the AspenCore EE Awards Asia and the VEML4031X00 ambient light sensor in the AspenCore World Electronics Achievement Awards.
Investors can also follow announcements about quarterly financial results, dividend declarations on common and Class B common stock, and governance-related filings, such as the change in independent registered public accounting firm reported on Form 8-K. For users tracking VSH news, this page aggregates product, operations, and regulatory updates related to Vishay Intertechnology’s global component business.
Vishay Intertechnology (NYSE: VSH) has introduced new powdered iron based wireless charging transmitter (Tx) and receiver (Rx) coils optimized for high humidity conditions up to 90% RH. These coils, designed for industrial, medical, and consumer electronics applications up to 30 W, offer high temperature operation to +105 °C in 25% smaller footprints than previous-generation devices and competing solutions.
The new coils feature specialized shield coating for superior environmental protection, high saturation powdered iron immune to temperature fluctuations, and self-binding enameled copper winding. The Tx coils offer inductance from 6.3 μH to 24 μH, DCR as low as 40 mΩ, Q up to 200, and heat rating current to 7 A. These devices are suitable for various applications including handheld tools, drones, smartphones, and wearable devices.
Vishay Intertechnology (NYSE: VSH) has expanded its inductor product line, adding 1800 SKUs across 70+ series. The expansion includes:
- Higher inductance and voltage options
- More size variations for smaller PCBs
- Improved noise reduction capabilities
- New products like wireless charging inductors and common-mode chokes
Vishay is investing in capacity upgrades, including IHLP® production in Mexico, China, and Southeast Asia. This expansion aims to provide customers with enhanced sourcing flexibility, optimized cost-performance ratios, and shorter lead times. The new products will be integrated into Vishay's global distribution network, ensuring swift worldwide availability.
Vishay Intertechnology (NYSE: VSH) has expanded its IHPT solenoid-based haptic actuators lineup with five new devices, featuring Immersion licenses. These actuators offer additional sizes and force levels, providing 12 V operation for various human-machine interfaces in automotive and commercial applications.
Key features include:
- High pulse and vibration capability for clear, high definition tactile feedback
- Four sizes from 29 mm x 21 mm to 44 mm x 37 mm
- Variable force output up to 120 N
- Fast response time of 5 ms
- Operating voltages from 8 V to 16 V
- High temperature operation to +105 °C
The Automotive Grade, AEC-Q200 qualified IHPT1411AFELR73ABA is designed for automotive applications, while other models cater to factory automation, consumer appliances, and medical equipment. These cost-effective and space-saving devices offer an alternative to competing technologies, with samples and production quantities available now.
Vishay Intertechnology (NYSE: VSH) has introduced the VETH100A1DD1, a new Automotive Grade bidirectional single-line ESD protection diode in a compact DFN1006-2B package with wettable flanks. This device is optimized for automotive Ethernet networks, complying with OPEN Alliance 100Base-T1 and 1000Base-T1 specifications. Key features include:
- Low clamping voltage of 31 V typical at 1 A
- Low dynamic resistance of 0.4 W typical
- Low maximum capacitance of 2 pF
- Transient protection as per ISO 10605 and IEC 61000-4-2 at ± 15 kV
- AEC-Q101 qualified for automotive applications
The VETH100A1DD1 is suitable for various applications, including industrial automation, consumer electronics, and medical instrumentation. It offers improved ESD absorption performance and higher signal integrity in a space-saving package.
Vishay Intertechnology (NYSE: VSH) has introduced the VEMD8082, a new silicon PIN photodiode designed for biomedical applications such as heart rate and blood oxygen monitoring. Key features include:
- Larger sensitive area of 6.0 mm²
- Increased reverse light current by 18% to 20%
- Small form factor of 4.8 mm x 2.5 mm x 0.5 mm
- Decreased diode capacitance from 50 pF to 46 pF
- Faster rise times of 40 ns vs. 110 ns
These improvements enhance sensitivity in visible/near infrared wavelengths, important for applications like photoplethysmography (PPG). The device's compact size makes it suitable for integration into low-profile devices such as smart watches.
Vishay Intertechnology (NYSE:VSH), a leading manufacturer of discrete semiconductors and passive components, has announced a quarterly dividend. The company's Board of Directors has declared a dividend of $0.10 per share for both common stock and Class B common stock. This dividend will be paid on September 26, 2024, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on September 10, 2024. Vishay Intertechnology, known for being one of the world's largest producers in its field, has stated that future dividends will be subject to Board approval. This announcement demonstrates the company's commitment to providing regular returns to its shareholders.
Vishay Intertechnology (NYSE: VSH) has expanded its shielded IFDC and semi-shielded IFSC series of wirewound, surface-mount ferrite inductors with three new devices in the 2020DE, 3232DB, and 5050HZ case sizes. These cost-effective inductors offer improved performance over previous-generation ferrite solutions, featuring:
- Higher inductance (up to 1 mH) and current ratings
- Lower DCR (40% reduction in some models)
- Saturation currents up to 14 A
- Operating temperatures up to +125 °C
- Operating voltages of 120 V
The new inductors are ideal for DC/DC conversion in consumer electronics, battery-powered devices, and noise suppression in power lines. Samples and production quantities are available now, with 10-12 week lead times.
Vishay Intertechnology (NYSE: VSH) reported its Q2 2024 results with revenues of $741.2 million and EPS of $0.17. The gross margin was 22.0%, including a negative impact of about 170 basis points from the Newport acquisition. The book-to-bill ratio was 0.86, with 0.82 for semiconductors and 0.90 for passive components. The backlog at quarter-end stood at 4.6 months.
CEO Joel Smejkal noted progress on the Vishay 3.0 strategic plan and silicon carbide strategy. However, the industry recovery is slower than expected, leading to adjustments in the Itzehoe, Germany expansion project. For Q3 2024, Vishay expects revenues of $745 million ± $20 million and a gross profit margin of 21.0% ± 50 basis points.
Vishay Intertechnology (NYSE: VSH) has been awarded the 2023 Credibility Award by DENSO , a leading mobility supplier. This marks Vishay's second consecutive year of recognition, following their 2022 Collaboration Award. The award acknowledges Vishay's reliability in supplying high-quality components, cost reduction assistance, and exceptional customer support.
Vishay's recognition stems from the quality of its diode products, ability to supply MOSFETs in a tight market, and continued support following the Noto Earthquake. DENSO's President and CEO, Shinnosuke Hayashi, praised Vishay's critical support in maintaining production lines during challenging times. Joel Smejkal, Vishay's President and CEO, expressed pride in the company's customer-first commitment and the achievements of their diodes and MOSFETs divisions.
Vishay Intertechnology (NYSE: VSH) has introduced the CHA series of AEC-Q200 qualified thin film chip resistors, offering high frequency performance up to 70 GHz for automotive, space, avionics, telecom, and military applications. These compact 02016 case size resistors provide:
- Resistance values from 10 Ω to 500 Ω
- Low internal reactance
- Stable performance under harsh conditions
- 30 V limiting voltage
- 30 mW rated power at +70 °C
- ± 100 ppm/°C temperature coefficient
The CHA series is ideal for ADAS, LIDAR, 4D radar, LEO satellites, and RF antennas. S-parameter data and 3D models are available for simulation. Samples and production quantities are now available with 20-week lead times.