Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. was founded in 1962 by Dr. Felix Zandman, with headquarters in Malvern, Pennsylvania, USA. The company is one of the world's largest manufacturers of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components. Its core business encompasses the design, manufacture, and supply of a vast array of products, including diodes, MOSFETs, optoelectronics, resistors, inductors, and capacitors. In the discrete semiconductor segment, key product lines include TrenchFET® MOSFETs, Schottky diodes, and infrared (IR) emitter/detector components for sensing and remote control. For passive components, Vishay offers industry-leading series such as IHLP® power inductors for high-current applications, Power Metal Strip® resistors for precise current sensing, and Tantalum/MLCC capacitors under the Tantamount® brand. The company serves diverse end markets including industrial, power supply, automotive, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical electronics. Vishay holds a leading market position globally in power discretes and passives, known for its technological innovation and extensive product portfolio. Its “one-stop shop” service model and successful acquisition strategy have enabled it to deliver complete component solutions. With manufacturing facilities across the Americas, Europe, and Asia, Vishay maintains a broad global footprint and is a major partner to distributors like Digi-Key, underscoring its supply chain strength.