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Advanced Linear Devices Inc.

Advanced Linear Devices Inc. (ALD) designs and manufactures precision analog CMOS linear integrated circuits featuring patented EPAD technology for ultra-low power and precision applications.

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Advanced Linear Devices Inc. (ALD), founded in 1985 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, is a leading semiconductor design and manufacturing company specializing in precision analog CMOS linear integrated circuits. The company is renowned for its patented EPAD (Electrically Programmable Analog Device) technology, which enables finely-tuned control of transistor parameters for ultra-low power consumption and exceptional precision.

ALD's comprehensive product portfolio includes:

  • Rail-to-rail operational amplifiers with ultra-low input offset voltage
  • Ultra-low charge injection analog switches
  • Precision CMOS voltage comparators with high output current drivers
  • Low drift CMOS timers
  • Function-specific ASICs with on-chip electronic trimming

These components serve critical applications in industrial controls, medical devices, instrumentation, automotive systems, telecommunications, and computing equipment where precision and reliability are paramount.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Advanced Linear Devices' EPAD technology?
EPAD (Electrically Programmable Analog Device) is ALD's patented technology that enables precise trimming of CMOS transistors using a floating gate structure. This allows for finely-tuned control of parameters like gate threshold voltage, significantly reducing current and voltage leakage for ultra-low power applications.
What types of products does Advanced Linear Devices manufacture?
ALD manufactures precision analog CMOS ICs including rail-to-rail operational amplifiers, ultra-low charge injection analog switches, precision voltage comparators, low drift timers, and custom ASICs with on-chip trimming capabilities.
What industries use Advanced Linear Devices components?
ALD components are used across industrial controls, instrumentation, medical devices, automotive systems, telecommunications, and computing applications where precision analog performance is critical.
Where can I buy Advanced Linear Devices components?
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