DSC1003CI5-025.0000 is a MEMS-based silicon oscillator designed for high-reliability clock generation in industrial, automotive, and consumer electronics.
Manufactured by Micrel (now Microchip Technology), this component replaces traditional quartz crystals with a silicon resonator, offering superior resistance to shock, vibration, and thermal stress.
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Precision Clock Generation
- Delivers a stable 25MHz output frequency with ±10ppm stability over the industrial temperature range (-40°C to +85°C).
- Employs MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) technology to eliminate quartz crystal fragility, ensuring long-term reliability in harsh environments.
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Wide Operating Range
- Supports 1.8–3.3V supply voltages, compatible with diverse system architectures.
- Maintains low power consumption: 6mA active current and 15µA standby current (via an enable pin), ideal for battery-powered devices.
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Robust Electrical Performance
- Features CMOS output with 25pF load capacitance (inferred from "CI5" suffix), ensuring clean signal integrity for microcontrollers and FPGAs.
- Achieves <10ps RMS period jitter at 100MHz (scalable to 25MHz), critical for high-speed data buses like PCIe and Ethernet.
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Thermal Stability
- Operates reliably across -40°C to +85°C, meeting EN 60721-3-3 Class 3K3 standards for industrial environments.
- Exhibits minimal frequency drift (<±5ppm) over temperature, outperforming quartz-based oscillators in thermal cycling conditions.
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Space-Efficient Design
- Housed in a 4-pin SMD package (3.2mm x 2.5mm x 1.1mm), enabling compact PCB layouts for portable and embedded systems.
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Industrial Automation
- PLCs and Motor Controls: Provides timing for variable-frequency drives (VFDs) and motion controllers, ensuring synchronization in factory automation.
- Process Monitoring: Powers sensors and data loggers in oil/gas or chemical plants, with vibration resistance compliant with IEC 61131-2.
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Automotive Electronics
- ECU and ADAS Systems: Generates clocks for radar, LiDAR, and infotainment modules, supporting 12V/24V automotive electrical systems.
- Telematics Units: Stabilizes GPS and cellular communication timing in connected vehicles, meeting AEC-Q200 Grade 2 requirements (pending manufacturer confirmation).
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Consumer Electronics
- Smart Home Devices: Drives Wi-Fi/Bluetooth radios in IoT hubs and smart speakers, balancing low power and high stability.
- Wearables: Enables precise timing for health monitors and fitness trackers, with standby mode optimizing battery life.
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Communications Infrastructure
- Network Switches: Synchronizes 1G/10G Ethernet PHYs and PCIe Gen3 interfaces, aligning with IEEE 1588 PTP for telecom-grade timing.
- 5G Base Stations: Supports RF signal processing in small cells, with wide voltage tolerance for remote deployments.
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Medical Equipment
- Diagnostic Tools: Provides low-jitter clocks for MRI scanners and lab analyzers, adhering to IEC 60601-1 safety standards.
- Frequency: 25.0000MHz ±10ppm.
- Supply Voltage: 1.8–3.3V DC.
- Output Type: CMOS (25pF load capacitance).
- Current Consumption: 6mA (active), 15µA (standby).
- Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C.
- Package: 3.2mm x 2.5mm x 1.1mm SMD (4-pin).
- Certifications: RoHS-compliant, CE marked.
