Accessories

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
DSC-PROG-1612 Roving Networks / Microchip Technology	1612 SOCKET CARD WITH 10 BLANK D	3
M432465 Taitien	CRYSTAL OVEN MINI 24V 65C	10
AXS-7050-04-01 Abracon	SOCKET 4PAD 7.0X5.0 XTAL OR OSC	27
SIT6166DK SiTime	SOCKET CARD	2
M051575 Taitien	CRYSTAL OVEN MINI 15V 75C	8
M052880 Taitien	CRYSTAL OVEN MINI 28V 80C	10
MAJ4324 Taitien	CRYSTAL OVEN MINI 24V VARI TEMP	10
CI-192-050 Califia Lighting (Bivar)	HDWR INS TAB 0.465 X 0.219 CLR	200
DSC-PROG-SOCKET-C Roving Networks / Microchip Technology	SOCKET ADAPTER UNIVERSAL 3.2X2.5	4
AXS-5032-04-06 Abracon	SOCKET 4PAD 5.0X3.2 XTAL OR OSC	0
M051275 Taitien	CRYSTAL OVEN MINI 12V 75C	10
MAJ0515 Taitien	CRYSTAL OVEN MINI 15V VARI TEMP	10
CI-192-028 Califia Lighting (Bivar)	HDWR INS TAB 0.465 X 0.219 CLR	22745
M431280 Taitien	CRYSTAL OVEN MINI 12V 80C	10
DSC-PROG-8001-3225 Roving Networks / Microchip Technology	KIT 4POS 3.2X2.5 SOCKET DSC8001	2
MAJ4320 Taitien	CRYSTAL OVEN MINI 20V VARI TEMP	10
M051260 Taitien	CRYSTAL OVEN MINI 12V 60C	10
AXS-7050-04-17 Abracon	SOCKET 4PAD 7.0X5.0 OSCILLATOR	0
AXS-2520-04-01 Abracon	SOCKET 4PAD 2.5X2.0 OSCILLATOR	21
M051285 Taitien	CRYSTAL OVEN MINI 12V 85C	10

Accessories

1. Overview

Crystals, oscillators, and resonators are passive electronic components that generate stable frequency references through mechanical vibration or piezoelectric effects. These components are critical for timing control, signal generation, and frequency synchronization in modern electronic systems. Their precision and stability directly affect the performance of communication systems, industrial equipment, and consumer electronics.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
Quartz Crystals	High-frequency stability, low phase noise	Microprocessors, communication transceivers
Ceramic Resonators	Lower cost, moderate stability	Consumer electronics, remote controls
XO (Crystal Oscillators)	Integrated oscillator circuits, fixed frequency	Networking equipment, GPS modules
TCXO (Temperature-Compensated XOs)	Stability against temperature variations	Mobile phones, aerospace systems
VCXO (Voltage-Controlled XOs)	Frequency tuning via voltage input	Telecom infrastructure, test equipment

3. Structure and Composition

Typical components include:

Crystals: Piezoelectric material (quartz/ ) with metal electrodes, hermetically sealed in metal/glass packages.
Oscillators: Crystal/resonator integrated with oscillation circuitry (e.g., amplifiers, feedback loops) in a single package.
Resonators: Ceramic/piezoelectric elements with resonant cavity structures, often combined with passive circuit components.
Accessories include mounting brackets, EMI shielding covers, and thermal interface materials for vibration/noise suppression.

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Description	Importance
Frequency Range	Operational frequency band (kHz-MHz)	Determines application compatibility
Stability (ppm)	Frequency deviation tolerance	Impacts system reliability
Operating Temperature	Temperature range (-40 C to +85 C)	Environmental adaptability
Phase Noise	Short-term frequency instability	Signal integrity in RF systems
Drive Level	Power consumption for oscillation	Battery efficiency in portable devices

5. Application Fields

Telecommunications: 5G base stations, fiber optic networks
Consumer Electronics: Smartphones, wearables
Industrial: CNC machines, IoT sensors
Automotive: ADAS systems, engine controllers
Aerospace: Navigation systems, satellite transponders

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Features
Epson	SG-8003	Low-jitter TCXO for industrial automation
Murata	CSTCE	Ceramic resonator for automotive applications
TXC Corporation	9B-120.000	High-frequency XO for networking equipment
SiTime	Si5335	MEMS-based oscillator with 0.5ppm stability

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations:

Frequency accuracy vs. cost trade-offs
Environmental conditions (temperature, vibration)
Power consumption requirements (e.g., IoT devices)
Package size constraints (SMD vs. through-hole)
Example: Automotive applications require AEC-Q qualified components with 25ppm stability.

8. Industry Trends

Future directions include:

Micromachining (MEMS) replacing traditional quartz crystals
Integration with AI-driven frequency calibration
Sub-0.1ppm stability for 5G/6G infrastructure
Miniaturization to 0.4mm x 0.2mm packages
Increased adoption of oven-controlled oscillators (OCXOs) in edge computing