SI5338A-B06716-GM

Basic Information Overview

Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
Use: Clock Generator and Multiplier
Characteristics: High-performance, Low-jitter, Programmable
Package: 48-pin QFN (Quad Flat No-leads)
Essence: Clock generation and distribution
Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 250 units per reel

Specifications and Parameters

Input Frequency Range: 1 MHz to 350 MHz
Output Frequency Range: 1 kHz to 710 MHz
Supply Voltage: 2.5 V to 3.3 V
Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
Phase Noise: -150 dBc/Hz at 100 kHz offset
Output Jitter: < 0.3 ps RMS (Root Mean Square)

Detailed Pin Configuration

VDDO
VDDI
GND
XAXB
XAXT
XBXB
XBXT
YAXB
YAXT
YBXB
YBXT
ZAXB
ZAXT
ZBXB
ZBXT
CLKIN
SDA
SCL
VDD
GND
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC
NC

Functional Characteristics

Clock multiplication and division
Programmable output frequencies
Spread Spectrum support
Low phase noise and jitter
I2C interface for configuration

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-performance clock generation - Flexible frequency programming - Low jitter and phase noise - Spread Spectrum support for EMI reduction

Disadvantages: - Requires external crystal or clock input - Limited to specific frequency ranges

Applicable Range of Products

Telecommunications equipment
Networking devices
Data centers
Industrial automation systems
Test and measurement instruments

Working Principles

The SI5338A-B06716-GM is a clock generator IC that generates multiple output clocks from a single input clock source. It uses a PLL (Phase-Locked Loop) to multiply or divide the input frequency to achieve the desired output frequencies. The device can be programmed through an I2C interface to configure the output frequencies, spread spectrum modulation, and other parameters.

Detailed Application Field Plans

Telecommunications Equipment: Use the SI5338A-B06716-GM to generate precise clock signals for data transmission and synchronization in communication systems.
Networking Devices: Utilize the IC to provide accurate timing signals for network switches, routers, and other networking equipment.
Data Centers: Employ the clock generator for clock distribution and synchronization in large-scale data center infrastructure.
Industrial Automation Systems: Use the IC to generate synchronized clock signals for control systems and industrial machinery.
Test and Measurement Instruments: Utilize the device to generate stable and precise clock signals for accurate measurements in test and measurement applications.

Detailed Alternative Models

SI5338A-B06716-GM-T: Same as SI5338A-B06716-GM, but with a different packaging option (Tape and Reel).
SI5338A-B06716-GM-EVB: Evaluation board for the SI5338A-B06716-GM, providing a platform for testing and development.

5 Common Technical Questions and Answers

Q: What is the maximum output frequency of the SI5338A-B06716-GM? A: The maximum output frequency is 710 MHz.
Q: Can I program the output frequencies on-the-fly? A: Yes, the SI5338A-B06716-GM supports dynamic frequency programming through its I2C interface.
Q: Does the IC require an external crystal or clock input? A: Yes, the device requires an external clock source to generate the desired output frequencies.
Q: What is the typical phase noise performance of the SI5338A-B06716-GM? A: The device offers a phase noise level of -150 dBc/Hz at a 100 kHz offset.
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