SL28PCIE26ALCT

SL28PCIE26ALCT is an ultra-low jitter PCIe clock generator that is designed for server, consumer, storage and communication applications. The device is capable of producing frequencies ranging from 12.75MHz to 1.2GHz using a crystal oscillator. It offers a wide range of configurable frequency selections and can be used for applications requiring high-quality PCIe output frequencies.

Application Fields

Based on the extremely low jitter characteristics and the frequency range of the SL28PCIE26ALCT clocks, this device is ideally suited for server systems, consumer electronics, storage and communication applications. Additional features such as input/output single-ended, programmability and differential outputs make it suitable for high-speed applications that require different frequencies. Additionally, SL28PCIE26ALCT can be used to clock advanced networking, storage, and computing applications.

Working Principle

SL28PCIE26ALCT utilizes an ultra low jitter PLL with an integrated crystal oscillator. This PLL-based approach enables the device to produce a variety of different frequency outputs. The device can be programmed using its integrated SPI or I2C interfaces. Using these interfaces, the frequencies for each output can be changed, as well as the level of jitter performance.

The device is also capable of producing a spread-spectrum output. This is beneficial for applications where EMI/RFI reduction is a concern. Additionally, the device can be configured to use spread spectrum on the input side to reduce the jitter levels. This feature can be used in a variety of applications including clock synchronizing, reducing EMI/RFI, and improving jitter performance.

Conclusion

SL28PCIE26ALCT is an ultra-low jitter PCIe clock generator that is designed for server, consumer, storage, and communication applications. It features an integrated crystal oscillator and PLL, programmable frequencies, single-ended and differential outputs, and spread spectrum support on both sides of the clock. This makes SL28PCIE26ALCT a perfect choice for advanced networking, storage, and computing applications.