SI5338N-B04996-GM

Basic Information Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Clock Generator and Multiplier
• Characteristics: High-performance, Low-jitter, Programmable
• Package: QFN-48
• Essence: Clock synthesis and distribution
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 2500 units per reel

Specifications and Parameters

• Frequency Range: 1 MHz to 350 MHz
• Output Channels: 12 differential or 24 single-ended
• Supply Voltage: 2.5 V to 3.3 V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed and Complete Pin Configuration

1. XAXB: Crystal Input
2. XAXT: Crystal Output
3. GND: Ground
4. VDD: Power Supply
5. SDA: I2C Serial Data
6. SCL: I2C Serial Clock
7. CLKOUTx: Clock Outputs
8. OE: Output Enable
9. REFCLK: Reference Clock Input
10. PLLVDD: PLL Power Supply
11. PLLGND: PLL Ground
12. NC: No Connection
13. ...

Functional Characteristics

• Flexible clock synthesis and distribution
• Programmable output frequencies and formats
• Low jitter and phase noise performance
• Integrated phase-locked loop (PLL) for frequency multiplication
• I2C interface for configuration and control

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Wide frequency range - High-performance clock generation - Programmable outputs for versatile applications - Low jitter and phase noise - Compact package size

Disadvantages: - Requires external crystal or reference clock source - Limited number of output channels

Applicable Range of Products

• Telecommunications equipment
• Networking devices
• Data centers
• Industrial automation systems
• Test and measurement instruments

Working Principles

The SI5338N-B04996-GM is a clock generator IC that utilizes a phase-locked loop (PLL) to synthesize and distribute high-quality clock signals. It takes an external crystal or reference clock as input and generates multiple output clocks with programmable frequencies and formats. The PLL ensures precise frequency multiplication and low jitter performance.

Detailed Application Field Plans

1. Telecommunications Equipment: Use the SI5338N-B04996-GM to generate clock signals for data transmission and synchronization in communication systems.
2. Networking Devices: Employ the IC to provide accurate timing for network switches, routers, and other networking equipment.
3. Data Centers: Utilize the clock generator for clock distribution and synchronization in large-scale data centers.
4. Industrial Automation Systems: Integrate the IC into industrial control systems to ensure precise timing for synchronized operations.
5. Test and Measurement Instruments: Use the clock generator to provide stable and accurate timing references for various test and measurement applications.

Detailed Alternative Models

• SI5338N-B04996-GM: 12 differential or 24 single-ended outputs, QFN-48 package
• SI5338N-B04996-GT: 12 differential or 24 single-ended outputs, TSSOP-48 package
• SI5338N-B04996-GS: 12 differential or 24 single-ended outputs, SSOP-48 package

5 Common Technical Questions and Answers

1. Q: What is the maximum frequency range of the SI5338N-B04996-GM? A: The maximum frequency range is 350 MHz.

2. Q: Can I program the output frequencies of this IC? A: Yes, the SI5338N-B04996-GM allows you to program the output frequencies through its I2C interface.

3. Q: What is the power supply voltage range for this IC? A: The SI5338N-B04996-GM operates with a supply voltage between 2.5 V and 3.3 V.

4. Q: Does this IC support differential or single-ended outputs? A: It supports both differential and single-ended outputs, with a maximum of 12 differential or 24 single-ended channels.

5. Q: What is the operating temperature range of the SI5338N-B04996-GM? A: The IC can operate within a temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.

This encyclopedia entry provides an overview of the SI5338N-B04996-GM clock generator IC, including its basic information, specifications, pin configuration, functional characteristics, advantages and disadvantages, applicable range of products, working principles, detailed application field plans, alternative models, and common technical questions and answers.