638V16116C2T

Oscillators

The 638V16116C2T oscillator is an electronic device that produces a steady AC signal of a specific frequency and is commonly used to keep track of time, provide a reference frequency signal, or generate a clock signal. This particular oscillator uses an internal RC oscillator and a quartz micro resonator to generate perfectly accurate square wave signals with a frequency of 10MHz +/- 10ppm. The oscillator is low power, highly temperature stable, and offers excellent overall reliability.

At its core, the 638V16116C2T oscillator is an RC oscillator, meaning it uses a combination of a resistor and a capacitor to achieve oscillation. The signal is produced when the capacitor charges up to a certain level, after which it discharges through the resistor and starts the cycle anew. The size and value of the resistor and capacitor determine the frequency of the oscillation, ensuring that the large 10MHz signal is generated with specific accuracy. To achieve higher accuracy, the quartz micro resonator is employed, providing crystal-like precision and stability.

The 638V16116C2T oscillator finds various applications in the fields of telecommunications, networking, consumer electronics, and automotive. Oscillators such as these are often used to provide precise signals for timer circuits, microcontrollers, crystal clocks, reference clocks, or even as a master clock in distributed systems. They are also used to create bits for data transmission, ensuring communication between components and systems is as accurate and reliable as possible. Additionally, they are often used as thrusters or balance stabilizers in ships, helicopters, and other vehicles.

The 638V16116C2T oscillator is a versatile tool for producing accurate, reliable signals with excellent temperature stability. With its wide range of applications, it is an essential device for anyone working with time-sensitive circuitry. Whether it’s used as a reference clock or as the heart of a communications system, the 638V16116C2T oscillator is a valuable asset for any project.