Part | RoHS | Manufacturer | Oscillator Type | Mounting Feature | No. of Terminals | Frequency Stability | Package Body Material | Maximum Supply Voltage | Maximum Supply Current | Nominal Supply Voltage | Power Supplies (V) | Package Equivalence Code | Maximum Rise Time | Linearity | Sub-Category | Physical Dimension | Minimum Supply Voltage | Maximum Operating Temperature | Minimum Control Voltage | Minimum Operating Temperature | Terminal Finish | Frequency Deviation or Pullability | Nominal Operating Frequency | Maximum Control Voltage | Maximum Fall Time | Maximum Symmetry (%) | Qualification | Additional Features | Output Compatibility | JESD-609 Code | Minimum Operating Frequency | Maximum Operating Frequency |
---|
Voltage Controlled SAW (Surface Acoustic Wave) Oscillators, or VCSOs, are electronic devices that generate a stable clock signal with a frequency that can be controlled using a voltage input. They use a SAW resonator as the frequency-determining element, which is excited by a high-Q oscillator circuit that is voltage-tuned using a varactor diode.
One of the main advantages of VCSOs is their ability to generate a stable and low-jitter clock signal with a frequency that can be adjusted in real-time using a control voltage. This makes them ideal for use in applications that require precise timing, such as in high-speed communication systems and data transmission networks.
VCSOs also offer a low phase noise and a wide frequency range, making them suitable for use in various electronic circuits. The low phase noise of VCSOs is important in applications that require a clean and stable clock signal, such as in digital signal processing, while the wide frequency range allows them to generate clock signals with frequencies ranging from a few megahertz to several gigahertz.
In addition, VCSOs have a compact and lightweight design, making them suitable for use in portable electronic devices, such as mobile phones and portable media players. They also have a low power consumption, which is important in battery-powered devices.