Pericom Semiconductor VCXO Clock Oscillators 0

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Part RoHS Manufacturer Oscillator Type Mounting Feature No. of Terminals Frequency Stability Frequency Adjustment (Mechanical) Package Body Material Maximum Supply Voltage Technology Output Load 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 (%) Manufacturer Series Qualification Maximum Output Low Current Additional Features JESD-609 Code Minimum Operating Frequency Maximum Operating Frequency
VCXO Clock Oscillators

Voltage Controlled Crystal Oscillators (VCXOs) are electronic devices that generate a stable clock signal with a frequency that can be controlled using a voltage input. They use a crystal resonator as the frequency-determining element, which is voltage-tuned using a varactor diode or a voltage-controlled amplifier. VCXOs offer several advantages in electronic circuit design.

One of the main benefits of VCXOs is their ability to generate a stable and precise clock signal that can be adjusted in real-time using a control voltage. This makes them suitable for use in applications that require precise timing, such as in digital signal processing and telecommunications. VCXOs can generate frequencies ranging from a few megahertz to several hundred megahertz, making them suitable for various electronic circuits.

VCXOs also offer a low phase noise, which is important in applications that require a clean and stable clock signal. The low phase noise of VCXOs makes them ideal for use in communication systems, network equipment, and instrumentation.

Finally, VCXOs have a relatively simple design and are easy to integrate into electronic systems. They are available in a range of package sizes and configurations, allowing them to be used in various applications. This makes them a cost-effective solution for frequency generation in electronic circuits.