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Adam Seychell
- Jan 1, 1970
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Many semiconductors are offered in different temperature ratings. For
example an IC may be sold in "Commercial" 0 to +70°C, or "Industrial"
-40 to +85°C, or "Military" -55 to +125°C.
Why does the cost go up as the specified temperature range increases ?
It the chip manufactured using a different process ?
Or is the process identical but higher temperature rated devices
undergo more vigorous testing ?
Or is it all a scam run by the semiconductor industry to get more
money from customers ?
Adam
example an IC may be sold in "Commercial" 0 to +70°C, or "Industrial"
-40 to +85°C, or "Military" -55 to +125°C.
Why does the cost go up as the specified temperature range increases ?
It the chip manufactured using a different process ?
Or is the process identical but higher temperature rated devices
undergo more vigorous testing ?
Or is it all a scam run by the semiconductor industry to get more
money from customers ?
Adam