Oscillators are essential components used to generate periodic waveforms from an initial input voltage. Most commonly they are used as clock signals in microprocessors and energy control systems, but they can also provide the basis for a wide variety of signals and can be used for signal capture, signal conversion, and frequency-dividing. The 353LB3A128R is a classic frequency-selectable oscillator developed by Integrated Device Technology (IDT). It is designed to meet the specific requirements of fast frequency selection and fast reconfiguration in various applications.
Overview
The IDT 353LB3A128R is a frequency-selectable oscillator that provides frequency flexibility among frequencies from 10.16 to 100 MHz. It has a wide variety of frequencies that can be configured in eight banks, allowing for high frequency selection. It has a single-ended differential LVCMOS output, making it suitable for powersaving systems. The 353LB3A128R also features integrated ESD protection, high performance phase noise, low jitter, and wide temperature range. These features make it suitable for high speed applications such as microprocessor and energy control systems.
Application Field
The IDT 353LB3A128R is a frequency-selectable oscillator designed for a variety of applications. The 353LB3A128R can be used in microprocessor and energy control systems. It is also useful in high frequency signal capture, high speed signal conversion, and wide frequency division. It is also suitable for use in communications systems, clock systems, and video systems.
Working Principle
The IDT 353LB3A128R utilizes a voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO) to generate a frequency-selectable signal. The oscillator consists of an active element, typically a field-effect transistor (FET), which is connected to an LC circuit. The voltage-controlled oscillator has a closed-loop feedback control circuit which modulates the voltage across the LC circuit and thus adjusts the frequency of the oscillation. The output of the VCO is then buffered, amplified, and then driven to the output. By adjusting the reference voltage that is being applied to the VCO, the frequency of the output signal can be controlled.
Conclusion
The IDT 353LB3A128R is a frequency-selectable oscillator with a variety of applications. It is suitable for microprocessor and energy control systems, with its single-ended differential LVCMOS output for power-saving systems. It also features integrated ESD protection, high performance phase noise, low jitter and wide temperature ranges, making it suitable for a variety of other high-speed applications. The 353LB3A128R utilizes a voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO) to generate a frequency-selectable signal. By adjusting the reference voltage, the frequency of the output signal can be tuned.
353LB3A128R Datasheet/PDF