Clock/Timing - Clock Generators, PLLs, Frequency Synthesizers

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
23S08-1HDCGI Renesas Electronics America	IC CLK MULT PLL HI DRV 16-SOIC	0
SI5332DD08820-GM1 Silicon Labs	IC CLOCK GENERATOR QFN	0
PI6CG33402CZHIEX Zetex Semiconductors (Diodes Inc.)	CLOCK GENERATOR,W-QFN5050-32,T&R	2500
SI5348B-D09507-GM Silicon Labs	IC NETWORK SYNCH/JITTER 64QFN	0
SI5335B-B06420-GM Silicon Labs	IC 4OUT ANY FREQ <200MHZ 24QFN	0
2305MI-1LF Renesas Electronics America	IC BUFFER PLL 3.3V ZD 8-SOIC	564
843002AGI-01LF Renesas Electronics America	IC SYNTHESIZER LVPECL 20-TSSOP	68
SI4122-D-GT Silicon Labs	IC SYNTHESIZER RF2/IF 24TSSOP	62
SI5395A-A-GM Silicon Labs	IC SNGL PLL JITTER ATTEN 64QFN	298
CY2308SXI-1 Cypress Semiconductor	IC CLK ZDB 8OUT 133MHZ 16SOIC	154
HMC1031MS8E Analog Devices, Inc.	IC CLOCK GEN INT-N PLL 8-MS8E	539
SI5350A-B02451-GTR Silicon Labs	IC ANY FREQ ANY OUT XTAL 10MSOP	0
SI5350C-B06463-GTR Silicon Labs	IC ANY FREQ ANY OUT REF C 10MSOP	0
SI5332DD08863-GM3 Silicon Labs	IC CLOCK GENERATOR QFN	0
8T49N222B-999NLGI Renesas Electronics America	IC TRANSLATOR UNIV FREQ 48VFQFN	0
PCS1P2860AG-16TR	CLOCK GENERATOR	45750
SI5350C-B06847-GT Silicon Labs	IC ANY FREQ ANY OUT REF C 10MSOP	0
AD9522-1BCPZ Analog Devices, Inc.	IC CLOCK GEN 2.5GHZ VCO 64LFCSP	7
CY22393ZC-519T IR (Infineon Technologies)	IC 3PLL SRL/FLSH CLK GEN 16TSSOP	7500
SI4133-D-GM Silicon Labs	IC SYNTHESIZER RF DUALBAND 28MLP	9

Clock/Timing - Clock Generators, PLLs, Frequency Synthesizers

1. Overview

Clock and timing ICs are semiconductor devices that generate, regulate, and distribute timing signals in electronic systems. Key components include Clock Generators (produce stable clock signals), Phase-Locked Loops (PLLs, synchronize signals with phase alignment), and Frequency Synthesizers (generate precise frequencies from reference signals). These devices ensure synchronization across components in modern electronics, enabling reliable operation in communication systems, computing devices, and industrial equipment.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
Clock Generators	Produce fixed or programmable clock signals with low jitter	Microprocessors, FPGAs, networking equipment
PLLs	Align output signal phase with reference input, enable frequency multiplication	Wireless transceivers, data recovery circuits
Frequency Synthesizers	Generate multiple frequencies from single reference with high precision	5G base stations, satellite communication systems

3. Structure and Components

Typical clock ICs feature: 1) Crystal oscillator interface for reference signal input; 2) Internal voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO); 3) Phase detector and loop filter (PLL components); 4) Programmable dividers; 5) Output buffers. Advanced packages include QFN (4x4mm to 8x8mm) and TSSOP with 8-48 pins. Integration levels vary from single-channel devices to multi-output clock generators with integrated EEPROM.

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Typical Range	Importance
Frequency Range	1 kHz - 3.6 GHz	Determines application compatibility
Phase Noise	-150 to -120 dBc/Hz	Impacts signal integrity
Jitter (RMS)	50 fs - 1 ps	Critical for high-speed systems
Power Consumption	10-300 mA	Affects thermal design
Temperature Stability	20-100 ppm	Ensures reliability in harsh environments

5. Application Fields

Telecommunications: 5G NR base stations, optical transceivers
Computing: Server motherboards, PCIe clocks
Industrial: Precision test equipment, motor control systems
Automotive: ADAS sensors, infotainment systems
Medical: MRI imaging systems, patient monitoring devices

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Features
TI (Texas Instruments)	LMX2594	15-GHz wideband PLL with integrated VCO
Analog Devices	AD9548	4-channel clock generator with 0.1 ppb accuracy
STMicroelectronics	CLK2692	Programmable 2-output synthesizer for automotive
Microchip	ZL30264	High-performance network synchronizer

7. Selection Guidelines

Key selection criteria: 1) Required output frequency and voltage levels; 2) Acceptable phase noise/jitter specifications; 3) Number of required outputs; 4) Operating temperature range; 5) Power budget constraints; 6) Integration level (e.g., single-chip vs. discrete VCO solutions). For wireless applications, prioritize low phase noise. For portable devices, emphasize power efficiency.

8. Industry Trends

Future developments include: 1) Higher integration with on-chip EEPROM and multi-phase outputs; 2) Advancement to sub-10fs jitter performance; 3) Development of radiation-hardened variants for aerospace; 4) Adoption of 3D packaging for reduced EMI; 5) Increased use of AI-enabled dynamic frequency scaling. The market is projected to grow at 7.2% CAGR through 2027 driven by 5G and automotive electrification.