Vishay Siliconix

Vishay Intertechnology is aggressive when it comes to passives. The company is one of the top makers of passive electronic components, such as capacitors and resistors, in the world. It is also a top player in the market for discrete semiconductor components, including diodes and transistors, and it makes power integrated circuits and optoelectronic components. Vishay's components are used in everything from hybrid cars to spacecraft to wireless phones and laptops. Customers include tech and electronics giants such as Cisco, IBM, LG, Nokia, Samsung, and Sony. The company has more than 60 manufacturing facilities in about 15 countries, and Vishay Intertechnology generates most of its sales outside the US.