Ecliptek Press Release

Ecliptek Announces Pb-Free Crystal Series

For Immediate Release
Wednesday, March 31, 2004

Costa Mesa, CA - Ecliptek Corporation announces the addition of a full line of Pb-free crystals to our frequency control products offerings. The new crystal series include the EU (HC49/U), E1U (HC49/US short), E2U (HC49/US), E1S (HC49/UP SMD short), E2S (HC49/UP SMD), and E3U (HC49/UST). All of these series are in compliance with Ecliptek Corporation's Pb-free program which is implemented in accordance with European Union (EU) Legislation "Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances" (RoHS) including banning the use of Pb in electronic assemblies after July 1, 2006. A detailed FAQ section concerning the Pb-free issue is available on our corporate website.

Founded in 1987, Ecliptek has become a leading supplier of frequency control products to the electronics industry. Ecliptek provides unparalleled quality, complete engineering support, excellent customer service and innovative products to their OEM customers and distributors worldwide. Complete information on company operations or any of Ecliptek's quality frequency control devices can be obtained by calling 1-800-ECLIPTEK or by visiting Ecliptek's internet site at www.ecliptek.com. The company's Email address is sales@ecliptek.com.