416F26023ATR

Crystals

Crystals are solid substances composed of a regular, repeating arrangement of atoms, molecules, or ions. In addition to many naturally occurring crystals, man-made crystals can be created from various materials. Crystals are used in many applications, including horology (timekeeping), solid state electronics, and radio communications. One type of crystal, the 416F26023ATR, is a miniature quartz tuning fork crystal which has a wide range of applications and uses the principle of mechanical resonance.

416F26023ATR Applications

The 416F26023ATR can be used in many situations requiring precise timing. It is ideal for use in clocks and watches, quartz oven controlled oscillators, frequency synthesizers and counters, crystal oscillators, and medical timing applications such as pacemakers and drug delivery systems. In addition, the 416F26023ATR is used in other timing systems such as radio transceivers, aircraft avionics, stable frequency sources for laboratory instruments, and security and access control systems.

416F26023ATR Working Principle

The 416F26023ATR works through a process called mechanical resonance. This is when a material vibrates at a certain frequency when oscillating potential is applied to it. A miniature quartz tuning fork crystal, the 416F26023ATR manufactured by Fox Electronics, is composed of several piezoelectric elements. These piezoelectric elements are slightly altered in order to vibrate at a desired frequency when voltage is applied to them. The frequency of the vibration is very stable, allowing it to be used in a variety of applications.

The design of the 416F26023ATR is based on the well-known Piezo Sounder concept, in which the quartz crystal "rings" at its own resonance frequency when excited by a small DC voltage. The 416F26023ATR is constructed from two thin, flat plates of quartz, each with a thin metal layer deposited on each side. A signal is sent to one side of the crystal, which vibrates at its own natural frequency. The other side of the crystal is connected to a signal amplifier circuit which amplifies the vibrations and is able to detect the signal. This signal can then be used to control and synchronize various devices.

Conclusion

The 416F26023ATR is a highly accurate and reliable miniature quartz tuning fork crystal that is used in many applications requiring precise timing. It works on the principle of mechanical resonance and has a wide range of applications in horology, electronics, and medical devices. The 416F26023ATR is a cost-effective way to add timing accuracy to any application.