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Product change
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service. Customers are solely responsible for obtaining the latest relevant information before placing orders.
Applications disclaimer
The circuits in this design/application note are offered as design ideas. It is the responsibility of the user to ensure that the circuit is fit for
the user’s application and meets with the user’s requirements. No representation or warranty is given and no liability whatsoever is
assumed by Zetex with respect to the accuracy or use of such information, or infringement of patents or other intellectual property rights
arising from such use or otherwise. Zetex does not assume any legal responsibility or will not be held legally liable (whether in contract,
tort (including negligence), breach of statutory duty, restriction or otherwise) for any damages, loss of profit, business, contract,
opportunity or consequential loss in the use of these circuit applications, under any circumstances.
Life support
Zetex products are specifically not authorized for use as critical components in life support devices or systems without the express written
approval of the Chief Executive Officer of Zetex Semiconductors plc. As used herein:
A. Life support devices or systems are devices or systems which:
1. are intended to implant into the body
or
2. support or sustain life and whose failure to perform when properly used in accordance with instructions for use provided in the
labeling can be reasonably expected to result in significant injury to the user.
B. A critical component is any component in a life support device or system whose failure to perform can be reasonably expected to
cause the failure of the life support device or to affect its safety or effectiveness.
Reproduction
The product specifications contained in this publication are issued to provide outline information only which (unless agreed by the
company in writing) may not be used, applied or reproduced for any purpose or form part of any order or contract or be regarded as a
representation relating to the products or services concerned.
Terms and Conditions
All products are sold subjects to Zetex’ terms and conditions of sale, and this disclaimer (save in the event of a conflict between the two
when the terms of the contract shall prevail) according to region, supplied at the time of order acknowledgement.
For the latest information on technology, delivery terms and conditions and prices, please contact your nearest Zetex sales office.
Quality of product
Zetex is an ISO 9001 and TS16949 certified semiconductor manufacturer.
To ensure quality of service and products we strongly advise the purchase of parts directly from Zetex Semiconductors or one of our
regionally authorized distributors. For a complete listing of authorized distributors please visit: www.zetex.com/salesnetwork
Zetex Semiconductors does not warrant or accept any liability whatsoever in respect of any parts purchased through unauthorized sales channels.
ESD (Electrostatic discharge)
Semiconductor devices are susceptible to damage by ESD. Suitable precautions should be taken when handling and transporting devices.
The possible damage to devices depends on the circumstances of the handling and transporting, and the nature of the device. The extent
of damage can vary from immediate functional or parametric malfunction to degradation of function or performance in use over time.
Devices suspected of being affected should be replaced.
Green compliance
Zetex Semiconductors is committed to environmental excellence in all aspects of its operations which includes meeting or exceeding reg-
ulatory requirements with respect to the use of hazardous substances. Numerous successful programs have been implemented to reduce
the use of hazardous substances and/or emissions.
All Zetex components are compliant with the RoHS directive, and through this it is supporting its customers in their compliance with
WEEE and ELV directives.
Product status key:
“Preview”
“Active”
Future device intended for production at some point. Samples may be available
Product status recommended for new designs
“Last time buy (LTB)”
Device will be discontinued and last time buy period and delivery is in effect
“Not recommended for new designs” Device is still in production to support existing designs and production
“Obsolete”
Production has been discontinued
Datasheet status key:
“Draft version”
This term denotes a very early datasheet version and contains highly provisional information, which
may change in any manner without notice.
“Provisional version”
“Issue”
This term denotes a pre-release datasheet. It provides a clear indication of anticipated performance.
However, changes to the test conditions and specifications may occur, at any time and without notice.
This term denotes an issued datasheet containing finalized specifications. However, changes to
specifications may occur, at any time and without notice.
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© 2008 Published by Zetex Semiconductors plc
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