Optichron, Inc., a technology pioneer in nonlinear signal processing, and Digi-Key Corporation, a leader in electronic component distribution, today announced that they have entered into an agreement for worldwide distribution of Optichron''s complete lineup of analog-to-digital converter module products. Optichron''s pioneering semiconductor products eliminate nonlinear distortion generated in analog-to-digital converters to improve performance, precision and efficiency in a broad range of communications, medical and industrial applications. Digi-Key sells globally and ships components to over 100 countries.

"Digi-Key has a reputation for providing deep customer support, and quick turn-around time from product inquiries through order fulfillment," said Ron Abruzzese, vice president of sales for Optichron. "Their proven commitment to excellent service, coupled with their drive to deliver leading-edge semiconductor products to a diversified global customer base, aligns perfectly with our market and channel strategies to offer our innovations across growing applications."

"As a worldwide distributor of semiconductor products, we look to partner with suppliers who are committed to building innovative, quality products that address customers'' technology needs across a variety of dynamic markets," said Mark Larson, president and COO of Digi-Key Corporation. "We are pleased to have a worldwide franchise agreement with Optichron which will allow Digi-Key to fill both the design and production needs of our customers."