Clock/Timing - Clock Generators, PLLs, Frequency Synthesizers

Image	Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity	Rfq
	NB2308AC1HDR2G Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor	IC BUFFER CLK 8OUT 3.3V 16-SOIC	0
	NB2309AC1HD Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor	IC BUFFER CLK 9OUT 3.3V 16-SOIC	0
	MC10EP139DTR2 Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor	IC CLK GEN 2/4 4/5/6 ECL 20TSSOP	0
	NBC12429AFNR2 Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor	IC CLOCK SYNTH 25-400MHZ 28-PLCC	0
	NB2304AC2DG Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor	IC BUFFER CLOCK QUAD 3.3V 8-SOIC	0
	P3P73U00AG-08SR Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor	IC CLK EMI REDUCTION FREQ 8SOIC	0
	NB2309AC1DT Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor	IC BUFFER CLK 9OUT 3.3V 16-TSSOP	0
	NB2305AC1DTR2G Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor	IC BUFFER CLK 5OUT 3.3V 8-TSSOP	0
	NB3N15552MNTXG Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor	IC CLK GEN VCXO LVPECL 20QFN	0
	P1P2861AG-16TR Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor	IC CLK GEN EMI MODULATOR 16TSSOP	0
	NB2308AI2DT Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor	IC BUFFER CLK 8OUT 3.3V 16-TSSOP	0
	NB3H63143G00MNG Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor	IC CLOCK GENERATOR PROGR 16QFN	0
	NB6N239SMNR2G Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor	IC CLOCK DIVIDER DIFF LVDS 16QFN	0
	FS6131-01G-XTD Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor	IC CLOCK GEN PLL W/VCXO 16-SOIC	0
	NB4N441MNR2G Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor	IC SYNTH PLL CLK LVPECL 24-QFN	0
	NB2760ASNR2G Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor	IC CLOCK SYNTHESIZR 4MA TSOT-6	0
	MC10EL34DR2 Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor	IC CLOCK GEN ECL 2/4/8 16SOIC	0
	NB2308AC3DR2 Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor	IC BUFFER CLK 8OUT 3.3V 16-SOIC	0
	NB2308AC2DTG Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor	IC BUFFER CLK 8OUT 3.3V 16-TSSOP	0
	NB2308AC1HDTR2G Sanyo Semiconductor/ON Semiconductor	IC BUFFER CLK 8OUT 3.3V 16-TSSOP	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.