416F271X2CAR

Crystals

Whether it\'s communications or computing, modern technology requires precise timing signals in order to operate. Crystal oscillators are essential components of many electronic circuits and systems used to generate these timing signals. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes and are used in a wide range of applications. One example is the 416F271X2CAR crystal oscillator.

The 416F271X2CAR Crystal Oscillator

The 416F271X2CAR is an oscillator produced by Fox Electronics. It is a small size, 4-pin, nominally 14.318 MHz, AT-cut crystal oscillator. It is built with a stainless steel body and an IPEx lid that shields the crystal from dust and other external particles. The 416F271X2CAR is designed to offer reliable performance in harsh environments with a wide temperature range (-40°C to + 105°C) and improved shock and vibration performance.

Applications Of The 416F271X2CAR

The 416F271X2CAR is mainly used in automotive applications, like instrument clusters, telematics, audio systems, climate control, and keyless entry, as well as other applications requiring precision timing signals. It provides superior timing accuracy and reliability, even in extreme temperature conditions, with crystal accuracies of less than 20 parts per million (ppm). The 416F271X2CAR is also frequently used in industrial and military applications, due to its dependability and superior shock and vibration performance.

Working Principle Of The 416F271X2CAR

Crystal oscillators are based on the principle that a quartz crystal resonates at a very precise frequency when a voltage is applied to it. This phenomena is known as the Piezoelectric effect. In the 416F271X2CAR, two electrodes are placed on opposite sides of the quartz crystal and an alternating current is applied between them. This causes the quartz crystal to vibrate, generating an oscillating electrical signal whose frequency is determined by the physical characteristics of the crystal.

The 416F271X2CAR also makes use of a separate Frequency Control IC (FCI) chip. This device is responsible for controlling the frequency of the oscillator. It is also responsible for providing a low-power standby mode, so that the oscillator can still maintain its timing accuracy even when the power to the circuit is disrupted or turned off.

Conclusion

The 416F271X2CAR is a reliable and precise crystal oscillator. It is mainly used in automotive, industrial and military applications requiring precision timing signals and superior shock and vibration performance. It works on the principle of the Piezoelectric effect, where a voltage applied to a quartz crystal causes it to vibrate at a very precise frequency. The FCI chip helps to further control the oscillator\'s frequency and provide it with a low-power standby mode for increased accuracy.