Crystals

Crystals are inert substances whose molecules are arranged in a regular, three-dimensional pattern. Different substances have different crystal structures, and the structure of the crystal is one of the keys to its properties. Different kinds of crystals are used in many industries and applications, including communication systems and lasers.

416F240X3CAT Application Field and Working Principle

The 416F240X3CAT is a miniature surface mount crystal designed for use in wireless electronic products. It is a low profile, power and cost-efficient solution for providing the basic timing for communication protocols such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and IEEE 802.15.4. Due to its low power consumption and small size, it is ideal for applications where low power and a small footprint are essential.

The 416F240X3CAT crystal has a unique frequency-turning characteristic that provides faster start-up time and better signal quality in communication protocols. This feature, combined with its low power consumption, makes the 416F240X3CAT extremely desirable in this type of application. The 416F240X3CAT operates on the principle of an alternating back-and-forth electric field, set up by a piezoelectric crystal.

The piezoelectric crystal vibrates in response to an external alternating electric field and this vibration creates a periodic signal. This signal is then amplified and used as the timing reference for the communication protocol. The 416F240X3CAT has a wide frequency range, from 13 to 30 MHz. It also has a high-temperature stable frequency range of up to 105°C.

The 416F240X3CAT is suitable for a variety of applications, including consumer electronics, medical devices, and industrial applications. It can be used in point-to-point radio applications, such as Wi-Fi, and in low-power mobile communications networks. It is also suitable for short-range wireless communication and consumer electronic products, such as Bluetooth and IEEE 802.15.4.