Pacific Aerospace & Electronics Extends High Power Filter Technology Line.

Business Editors

WENATCHEE, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 6, 2000

Pacific Aerospace & Electronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:PCTH), an international engineering and manufacturing company specializing in technically demanding components and assemblies, announced today that it has expanded its high current filter line with a 50 Amp high performance, high efficiency EMI (electromagnetic interference) power filter product that occupies only a fraction of the space previously required for such devices.

These compact, high performance devices are slated for use in high-speed telecommunication switches to improve data quality on the networks.

Developed at the Company's Filter Division, the new 50 Amp compact, bolt style EMI filter is intended for high reliability, limited space applications. The new device is capable of currents of up to 50 amps D.C. for applications that require filtering from unwanted electrical interference without significant power dissipation, making it an ideal candidate for next-generation data switching equipment.

"With data traffic increasing exponentially over transmission networks, we see expanding applications for PA&E's compact power filter technology to enhance data quality and overall network performance," said Werner Hafelfinger, COO of Pacific Aerospace & Electronics. "High speed data transmissions need protection from interfering signals. The unique characteristics of our power filter technology -- providing reduced form factor, clear signals and reducing interference -- leads to accuracy of data delivery to achieve high transmission speeds and system throughput."

Company President and CEO Don Wright added, "This development, along with the previously announced world's smallest discoidal capacitor, demonstrates Pacific Aerospace's commitment to provide technical solutions for the telecommunications marketplace."

Pacific Aerospace & Electronics, Inc. is an international engineering and manufacturing company specializing in technically demanding component designs and assemblies for global leaders in the aerospace, defense, electronics, medical, energy and transportation industries. The Company utilizes specialized manufacturing techniques, advanced materials science, process engineering and proprietary technologies and processes to its competitive advantage. Pacific Aerospace & Electronics has approximately 1,100 employees worldwide and is organized into three operational groups -- U.S. Aerospace, U.S. Electronics and European Aerospace. More information may be obtained by contacting the company directly or by visiting its Web site at www.pcth.com.