ECS-160-20-5P-TR

ECS-160-20-5P-TR Application Field and Working Principle

ECS-160-20-5P-TR is a frequency-of-operation (FOO) non-volatile quartz crystal manufactured by frequency control manufacturer ECS. This FOO crystal is designed for use in a wide range of frequency-of-operation applications, typically used in oscillation or frequency-controlled circuits and tachometers. The ECS-160-20-5P-TR provides a stable frequency output, as well as a long-term frequency stability over a broad temperature range, leading to low power consumption and good operation performance.

The ECS-160-20-5P-TR utilizes a 20-MHz fundamental frequency in an 8-pin package with a 20-MHz frequency tolerance of ±5 ppm. It is suitable for a broad temperature range -10° to +65°C, and provides 17.6mW low operating power. The crystal resonator impedance is 27KΩ and series LC resonator acceptance is 0.2Q/square wave. The output loading capability of 0.5mA is ideal for use in microprocessor based systems, and the ECS-160-20-5P-TR also exhibits excellent phase noise performance, making it an ideal choice for critical frequency stability applications.

ECS-160-20-5P-TR Operating Principle

The ECS-160-20-5P-TR operates by vibrating a quartz crystal at an accurately-defined frequency. The quartz crystal is driven by an external electrical signal and the oscillation frequency is determined by its mechanical characteristic. The frequency of the vibration is determined by the electrical resonance frequency of the quartz crystal. When the quartz resonator is placed in an electrical circuit, it will generate an oscillation signal which is equal to the electrical resonance frequency.

The oscillation signal generated by the quartz crystal can be used to measure the frequency of an external signal, or as a frequency reference for use in measuring or control applications. The quartz crystal exhibits low-temperature-coefficient behaviour, providing a stable resonant frequency over a broad temperature range. This ensures the ECS-160-20-5P-TR provides consistent and reliable performance over the entire operating temperature range.

Applications of the ECS-160-20-5P-TR

The ECS-160-20-5P-TR is commonly used in applications which require a reliable and accurate frequency reference. It is ideally suited for use in oscillation and frequencies-controlled circuits, and tachometers. The low operating power and excellent performance of the ECS-160-20-5P-TR make it an ideal choice for precise frequency control in high-efficiency and high-precision electronics.

The ECS-160-20-5P-TR also finds extensive use in microprocessors-based systems and frequency synthesizers, for precise frequency stability over a broad temperature range. The crystal also exhibits a low-temperature coefficient of frequency, making it an ideal choice for use in motor speed control, frequency measurement, and frequency modulation and amplitude modulation applications.

The wide range of applications for the ECS-160-20-5P-TR make it a versatile and reliable choice for frequency control, and its excellent performance provides an extremely cost-effective solution for a range of frequency control applications.