Clock/Timing - Clock Generators, PLLs, Frequency Synthesizers

Image	Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity	Rfq
	CY22801FXC Cypress Semiconductor	IC PROG CLOCK GEN 8-SOIC	0
	CY7B994V-5BBCT Cypress Semiconductor	IC CLK BUFF 18OUT 200MHZ 100LBGA	0
	CY23FS08OXI-06T Cypress Semiconductor	IC CLOCK GENERATOR	0
	CY28329ZXCT Cypress Semiconductor	IC CLOCK SYNTH SS 56-TSSOP	0
	CY2XP24ZXIT Cypress Semiconductor	IC CLOCK 8TSSOP	0
	CY25404ZXI233T Cypress Semiconductor	IC MPD SSCG EMI REDUCTION 20TSSO	0
	CY25402SXIT Cypress Semiconductor	IC PREMIS SSCG EMI REDUCT 8SOIC	0
	CY7B9940V-2AXIT Cypress Semiconductor	IC CLK BUFF 10OUT 200MHZ 44LQFP	0
	CY22392ZXC-394 Cypress Semiconductor	IC CLOCK GENERATOR	0
	CY2305SI-1H Cypress Semiconductor	IC CLK ZDB 5OUT 133MHZ 8SOIC	0
	CY28372OXC Cypress Semiconductor	IC CLOCK SYNTHESIZER 48SSOP	0
	CY2308ZC-5H Cypress Semiconductor	IC CLK ZDB 8OUT 133MHZ 16TSSOP	0
	CY7B995AXIT Cypress Semiconductor	IC CLK BUFF 8OUT 200MHZ 44TQFP	0
	CY26049ZXC-36T Cypress Semiconductor	IC CLOCK GEN 3.3V 16-TSSOP	0
	CY22801FXCT Cypress Semiconductor	IC PROG CLOCK GEN 8-SOIC	0
	CY22392ZXC-397T Cypress Semiconductor	IC CLOCK GEN PROG	0
	CY24130KZXC-1 Cypress Semiconductor	IC CLK RCVR 2OUT SMPTE 16-TSSOP	0
	CY7C9915JXI-1T Cypress Semiconductor	IC CLK BUFF SKEW 8OUT 32PLCC	0
	CY88155PFT-G-100-JN-EFE1 Cypress Semiconductor	IC CLOCK GENERATOR EMI 8TSSOP	0
	CY2XP31ZXCT Cypress Semiconductor	IC CLOCK GEN LVPECL 8TSSOP	0

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.