Digi-Key and SANYO Energy Enter Distribution Agreement

Digi-Key and SANYO Energy have entered into a distribution agreement. Digi-Key is stocking lithium, nickel cadmium, and nickel metal hydride batteries in a wide variety of sizes, as well as battery packs made with SANYO batteries. These products will be available directly from Digi-Key and will be featured in both its print and online catalogs.

"We are very pleased to expand our battery offering with products from SANYO Energy," said Mark Larson, Digi-Key's president and COO. "SANYO is recognized worldwide for both quality and reliability, and we consider this to be a great addition to Digi-Key's product offering."

"The addition of Digi-Key to our distribution channel will enhance our exposure to the marketplace and facilitate getting our products to customers who require quick availability," said Masami Murata, president, SANYO Energy USA Corporation.