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Maida
Founded in 1947 by Francis X. Maida, Maida Development Company is a trusted leader in protective components for the electronics industry. With over seven decades of innovation, Maida has become synonymous with high-performance varistors, NTC thermistors, ceramic capacitors, and surge protection devices. Headquartered in Hampton, Virginia, Maida serves a global market with proven quality and reliability, underscored by certifications from UL, CSA, and VDE.
Maida’s metal oxide varistors (MOVs) are widely used for transient suppression in power lines, transformer circuits, and relay systems. Their components play a crucial role in surge protection for telecommunication systems, power supplies, portable devices, industrial controls, and even life-saving AC smoke detectors. Maida’s high-voltage ceramic capacitors and custom-fabricated solutions ensure application flexibility and superior performance in mission-critical environments.
As an authorized distributor, IBS Electronics delivers Maida’s dependable products to OEMs and engineers worldwide—trusted from Earth to space since the Apollo program.
| Product Highlights | Key Features | Applications |
|---|---|---|
| Varistors | MOVs, surface-mount options, radial-leaded | Surge protection, SPDs, relays, telecom, power supplies |
| NTC Thermistors | Inrush current limiters, temperature sensing | Power supplies, industrial control, HVAC systems |
| Ceramic Capacitors | High-voltage, safety-certified | Consumer electronics, lighting, automotive, AC devices |
| Surge Modules | Compact, reliable transient suppression | Electrical panels, control units, mission-critical systems |
| Custom Components | Tailored to unique specifications | Specialized OEM, aerospace, and industrial applications |
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