SI5350A-B06019-GT

Overview

Product Category

The SI5350A-B06019-GT belongs to the category of integrated circuits (ICs) specifically designed for clock generation and distribution.

Use

This product is primarily used in electronic devices that require precise timing signals, such as communication systems, data centers, and consumer electronics.

Characteristics

• Clock Generation: The SI5350A-B06019-GT is capable of generating multiple clock signals with high accuracy and low jitter.
• Frequency Range: It supports a wide frequency range, making it suitable for various applications.
• Programmability: The device offers programmable features, allowing users to configure the output frequencies and other parameters.
• Low Power Consumption: The SI5350A-B06019-GT is designed to operate efficiently with low power consumption.
• Small Package Size: It comes in a compact package, enabling space-saving designs.

Package and Quantity

The SI5350A-B06019-GT is available in a surface-mount package. Each package contains one unit of the IC.

Specifications

• Supply Voltage: 2.5V - 3.63V
• Output Frequency Range: 8kHz - 160MHz
• Number of Outputs: 3
• Output Types: Square wave, LVCMOS
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Package Type: QFN-20

Pin Configuration

The SI5350A-B06019-GT has a total of 20 pins. Here is the detailed pin configuration:

1. VDDA: Analog power supply
2. GND: Ground
3. XTALI: Crystal input
4. XTALO: Crystal output
5. CLK0: Output clock 0
6. CLK1: Output clock 1
7. CLK2: Output clock 2
8. GND: Ground
9. VDDD: Digital power supply
10. SDA: I2C serial data input
11. SCL: I2C serial clock input
12. GND: Ground
13. NC: No connection
14. NC: No connection
15. NC: No connection
16. GND: Ground
17. NC: No connection
18. NC: No connection
19. NC: No connection
20. VDDA: Analog power supply

Functional Features

• Frequency Synthesis: The SI5350A-B06019-GT utilizes a fractional-N PLL (Phase-Locked Loop) to generate precise clock frequencies.
• Programmable Outputs: Users can configure the output frequencies, formats, and voltage levels according to their specific requirements.
• Spread Spectrum Clocking: This feature helps reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI) by modulating the clock frequency slightly.
• Low Jitter: The device ensures low jitter performance, resulting in improved signal integrity and reliability.
• I2C Interface: The IC can be easily controlled and programmed using the I2C serial interface.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• High accuracy and stability in clock generation
• Wide frequency range for versatile applications
• Low power consumption for energy-efficient designs
• Compact package size for space-saving layouts
• Programmable features offer flexibility in system integration

Disadvantages

• Limited number of outputs (3)
• Requires external crystal oscillator for clock reference

Working Principles

The SI5350A-B06019-GT operates based on a fractional-N PLL architecture. It takes an external crystal oscillator as the reference clock and uses a phase detector, charge pump, and loop filter to generate a high-frequency clock signal. This signal is then divided down to the desired output frequencies using programmable dividers. The device's internal registers can be programmed via the I2C interface to configure various parameters, including output frequencies, formats, and voltage levels.

Application Field Plans

The SI5350A-B06019-GT finds applications in various fields, including:

1. Communication Systems: Used for clock synchronization in wireless communication systems, base stations, and network equipment.
2. Data Centers: Provides precise timing signals for data transmission, storage, and processing in server farms and cloud computing facilities.
3. Consumer Electronics: Enables accurate timing in devices such as smartphones, tablets, and digital cameras.
4. Industrial Automation: Used in control systems, robotics, and instrumentation for synchronized operations.
5. Test and Measurement Equipment: Provides stable clock references for accurate measurements in laboratory and production environments.

Alternative Models

Here are some alternative models that offer similar functionality:

1. SI5341B-A-GM: A highly integrated clock generator with 4 outputs and a wide frequency range.
2. MAX038CPP: A function generator IC capable of generating sine, triangle, and square waveforms.
3. LTC6908CMS8: A programmable oscillator IC with