Clock/Timing - Application Specific

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
CY24272ZXC IR (Infineon Technologies)	PLL CLOCK DRIVER	3529
CY2304NZZI-1T IR (Infineon Technologies)	LOW SKEW CLOCK DRIVER	5000
CY24242OXCT IR (Infineon Technologies)	PROCESSOR CLOCK GENERATOR	2000
CY24292LFXI IR (Infineon Technologies)	CLOCK GENERATOR, 100MHZ, CMOS	3597
CY24272ZXCT IR (Infineon Technologies)	PLL CLOCK DRIVER	12000
CY24270ZXC IR (Infineon Technologies)	IC CLOCK MEDIACLOCK 28-TSSOP	7868
CY27022SXCT IR (Infineon Technologies)	CLOCK GENERATOR	12500
CY24242OXC IR (Infineon Technologies)	PROCESSOR CLOCK GENERATOR	3476
CY24292LFXCT IR (Infineon Technologies)	CLOCK GENERATOR, 100MHZ, CMOS	2500
CY2318ANZPVXC-11 IR (Infineon Technologies)	LOW SKEW CLOCK DRIVER	975
PEB2035PV4.1-ACFA IR (Infineon Technologies)	ADVANCED CMOS FRAME ALIGNER ACFA	6146
CY27022SXC IR (Infineon Technologies)	CLOCK GENERATOR	13428
CY24292LFXC IR (Infineon Technologies)	CLOCK GENERATOR, 100MHZ, CMOS	3394
CY2318ANZPVC-11 IR (Infineon Technologies)	LOW SKEW CLOCK DRIVER	4049
CY29976AXI IR (Infineon Technologies)	PLL CLOCK DRIVER	12428
CY28517ZXC IR (Infineon Technologies)	PROCESSOR CLOCK GENERATOR	3650
CY29976AI IR (Infineon Technologies)	PLL CLOCK DRIVER	13396
CY2304NZZI-1 IR (Infineon Technologies)	LOW SKEW CLOCK DRIVER	3547
CY2310ANZPVXC-1 IR (Infineon Technologies)	LOW SKEW CLOCK DRIVER	1087
PSB4595RV2.1G IR (Infineon Technologies)	ANALOG LINE INTERFACE SOLUTION	850

Clock/Timing - Application Specific

1. Overview

Application-Specific Clock/Timing ICs are specialized semiconductor devices designed to generate, distribute, and manage precise timing signals for targeted system requirements. Unlike general-purpose timing solutions, these ICs integrate optimized architectures for specific performance metrics such as ultra-low jitter, high-frequency stability, or specialized synchronization protocols. They play a critical role in ensuring system reliability, data integrity, and operational efficiency across modern electronics, from telecommunications infrastructure to automotive control systems.

2. Major Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
Real-Time Clocks (RTC)	Low-power timekeeping with calendar functions, often integrated with memory	Computers, smart meters, medical devices
Clock Generators	Multi-output frequency synthesis with programmable phase alignment	Networking equipment, FPGAs, servers
Jitter Attenuators	Phase noise reduction using advanced PLL architectures	5G base stations, high-speed transceivers
Fanout Buffers	Signal replication with skew control and impedance matching	Industrial automation, PCIe systems
Clock Controllers	Dynamic frequency switching and redundancy management	Automotive ADAS, aerospace systems

3. Structure and Composition

Typical devices feature:

Package Types: QFN, BGA, TSSOP (sizes from 2x2mm to 14x14mm)
Core Components: Crystal oscillator interface, fractional-N PLL, programmable dividers, LVDS/CML output drivers
Specialized Circuits: Spread-spectrum control, failover multiplexers, temperature compensation modules
Power Management: Multiple voltage domains, low-dropout regulators for analog/digital isolation

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Significance	Typical Values
Frequency Range	Determines application suitability	1kHz 1GHz
Phase Jitter (RMS)	Impacts signal integrity in high-speed systems	50fs 5ps
Power Supply Range	Affects system design flexibility	1.8V 5.5V
Operating Temperature	Defines environmental robustness	-40 C to +125 C
Phase Noise @1MHz Offset	Critical for RF/wireless applications	-155dBc/Hz

5. Application Fields

Telecommunications: 5G massive MIMO arrays, optical transceivers
Industrial: Programmable logic controllers (PLCs), precision test equipment
Automotive: Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), vehicle networking
Consumer Electronics: High-resolution displays, AR/VR headsets

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Vendor	Product Series	Key Features
TI (Texas Instruments)	CDCM62xx	3.2GHz clock generator with 50fs jitter
STMicroelectronics	M41Txx RTC	2ppm accuracy with embedded EEPROM
Microchip Technology	ZL303xx	IEEE 1588 boundary clock synchronization
Analog Devices	HMC7044	14-output jitter attenuator for RF systems

7. Selection Guidelines

Application Requirements: Prioritize jitter specifications for communications vs. power consumption for portable devices
Frequency Precision: Use MEMS-based oscillators for vibration resistance in automotive applications
Environmental Factors: Select industrial-grade (-40 to +85 C) for outdoor equipment
Integration Level: Combine clock generation + buffering in single chip for space-constrained designs
Compliance: Verify automotive (AEC-Q100), aerospace (ECSS) certifications

8. Industry Trends

Emerging directions include:

Integration of AI-driven phase calibration algorithms
Development of chip-scale atomic clock (CSAC) technology for sub-ppb stability
Adoption of 3D packaging to minimize parasitic capacitance
Increasing demand for multi-standard timing solutions (5G+GNSS+Ethernet)
Growth of energy-harvesting RTC ICs for IoT edge devices