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General Semiconductor, now known as Vishay Intertechnology, is a highly recognized semiconductor manufacturer with a long-standing history in the global electronics industry. Founded in the year 1962 by Dr. Felix Zandman, Vishay Intertechnology traces its roots to Malvern, Pennsylvania, USA. The name "Vishay" was inspired by the name of a nearby village where Dr. Zandman was born. The company initially started with the production of foil resistors and foil resistance strain gauges.
Over the years, Vishay Intertechnology has significantly expanded its product portfolio. Today, the company is principally engaged in the design, development, manufacturing, and marketing of a wide range of semiconductor devices. The main categories of products include discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components. Discrete semiconductors encompass diodes, rectifiers, transistors, and optoelectronic components. On the other hand, passive electronic components consist of capacitors, resistors, inductors, and more. These products are extensively utilized in virtually all types of electronic devices and equipment in the industrial, computing, automotive, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, power supplies, and medical markets.
Founded in 1962 by Dr. Felix Zandman.
Headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, USA.
Primary products include discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components.
Products are used in a wide range of sectors including industrial, computing, automotive, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets.