ASCO-38.400MHZ-L-T3

Oscillators are devices that are used to generate periodic electrical signals. An oscillator usually consists of an inductor, capacitor, and voltage source that form a feedback loop. Many applications require oscillators that can generate signals of high precision and stability within a wide frequency range. The ASCO-38.400MHZ-L-T3 oscillator is one such type of oscillator, which is suitable for a wide variety of applications due to its high frequency stability and wide working frequency range.

The ASCO-38.400MHZ-L-T3 is a quartz crystal-based oscillator that uses a 3-pin package and operates at a frequency of 38.400 MHz. It is designed to be used in a wide variety of applications, such as low-noise digital systems, GPS receivers, and frequency synthesizers. The oscillator has a wide operating temperature range from -40 °C to +85 °C at a high frequency stability of 1.6 ppm over operating temperatures, which makes it suitable for environment-critical applications that require superior stability and precision.

The basic working principle of the ASCO-38.400MHZ-L-T3 oscillator is the same as any other quartz crystal-based oscillator. The oscillator consists of a quartz crystal resonator, an amplifier circuit, an oscillator circuit, and a voltage reference. The quartz crystal resonator is the key element of the oscillator. It is a piezoelectric element that is made up of several quartz pieces that are held together with an adhesive. When an electrical voltage is applied across the quartz crystal, it will vibrate at its natural frequency. This vibrating signal is then picked up by the amplifier circuit and fed into the oscillator circuit. The oscillator circuit amplifies the signal, generates a sine wave, and then outputs it to the voltage reference. The voltage reference is used to maintain a constant voltage output.

The ASCO-38.400MHZ-L-T3 oscillator provides excellent performance and stability over a wide range of operating temperatures and frequencies. It is ideal for use in applications where low noise and high stability are essential, such as communications systems, aircraft navigation systems, medical instrumentation, and military applications. Additionally, the oscillator can be used as a source of precise frequency reference, which is necessary for some applications.

Overall, the ASCO-38.400MHZ-L-T3 oscillator is a reliable and precise source of frequency signals over a wide range of temperatures and frequencies. It has a wide operating temperature range and a frequency stability of 1.6 ppm, making it suitable for use in a wide range of applications. With its high frequency stability and precision, this oscillator is an excellent choice for applications that require reliable, high precision frequency signal generation.