SI5338A-B08617-GMR

Basic Information Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Clock Generator and Multiplier
• Characteristics:
  • High-frequency performance
  • Low jitter
  • Programmable output frequencies
  • Flexible input/output options
• Package: QFN-20
• Essence: Clock generation and multiplication
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape & Reel, 2500 units per reel

Specifications and Parameters

• Input Voltage Range: 1.8V to 3.3V
• Output Frequency Range: 1kHz to 808MHz
• Output Format: LVCMOS, LVDS, HCSL, or LVPECL
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Supply Current: 100mA (typical)

Detailed Pin Configuration

The SI5338A-B08617-GMR has a total of 20 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

| Pin Number | Pin Name | Description | |------------|----------|-------------| | 1 | VDDO | Output Power Supply Voltage | | 2 | GND | Ground | | 3 | XAXB | Differential Input Clock | | 4 | XAXA | Differential Input Clock | | 5 | VDDI | Input Power Supply Voltage | | 6 | GND | Ground | | 7 | SDA | I2C Serial Data Input | | 8 | SCL | I2C Serial Clock Input | | 9 | GND | Ground | | 10 | CLKOUT0 | Output Clock 0 | | 11 | CLKOUT1 | Output Clock 1 | | 12 | CLKOUT2 | Output Clock 2 | | 13 | CLKOUT3 | Output Clock 3 | | 14 | GND | Ground | | 15 | VDDO | Output Power Supply Voltage | | 16 | GND | Ground | | 17 | VDDI | Input Power Supply Voltage | | 18 | GND | Ground | | 19 | NC | No Connection | | 20 | NC | No Connection |

Functional Characteristics

• Clock generation and multiplication with programmable output frequencies
• Low jitter for improved signal integrity
• Flexible input/output options to support various interface standards
• I2C serial interface for easy configuration
• Spread Spectrum Clocking (SSC) support for EMI reduction

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-frequency performance - Low jitter for improved signal quality - Programmable output frequencies for flexibility - Support for multiple interface standards

Disadvantages: - Requires external configuration through I2C interface - Limited number of output clocks (4 in total)

Applicable Range of Products

The SI5338A-B08617-GMR is suitable for a wide range of applications, including: - Telecommunications equipment - Networking devices - Data centers - Industrial automation systems - Test and measurement instruments

Working Principles

The SI5338A-B08617-GMR is a clock generator and multiplier IC. It takes an input clock signal and generates multiple output clocks with programmable frequencies. The device uses advanced PLL technology to achieve low jitter and high-frequency performance. The output clocks can be configured to support various interface standards such as LVCMOS, LVDS, HCSL, or LVPECL.

Detailed Application Field Plans

1. Telecommunications Equipment: The SI5338A-B08617-GMR can be used in telecom equipment to generate clock signals for data transmission and synchronization.
2. Networking Devices: The IC can provide precise clock signals for networking devices, ensuring reliable data transfer and synchronization between different network components.
3. Data Centers: Clock generation and multiplication are crucial in data centers for maintaining accurate timing across various systems and equipment.
4. Industrial Automation Systems: The SI5338A-B08617-GMR can be used in industrial automation systems to synchronize different processes and ensure precise timing.
5. Test and Measurement Instruments: Precise clock signals are essential in test and measurement instruments to accurately capture and analyze signals.

Detailed Alternative Models

1. SI5338A-B08618-GMR: Similar to SI5338A-B08617-GMR but with additional features for specific applications.
2. SI5338B-B08617-GMR: A variant of SI5338A-B08617-GMR with slightly different specifications and pin configuration.
3. SI5339A-B08617-GMR: An upgraded version of SI5338A-B08617-GMR with improved performance and additional features.

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