SI5338E-B-GM

Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Clock Generator and Multiplier
• Characteristics: High-performance, low-jitter, programmable clock generator
• Package: 24-pin QFN package
• Essence: Provides multiple clock outputs with precise frequency and phase control
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and reel packaging, quantity varies

Specifications and Parameters

• Input Voltage Range: 2.375V to 3.63V
• Output Frequency Range: 1kHz to 945MHz
• Output Format: LVPECL, LVDS, HCSL, CMOS
• Programmable Features: Frequency, phase, output format, spread spectrum modulation, etc.
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Pin Configuration

The SI5338E-B-GM has a total of 24 pins. The detailed pin configuration is as follows:

1. VDDO
2. VDDO
3. VDDO
4. GND
5. CLKIN
6. XAXB
7. XAXC
8. XAXD
9. XA0
10. XA1
11. XA2
12. XA3
13. XA4
14. XA5
15. XA6
16. XA7
17. XA8
18. XA9
19. XA10
20. XA11
21. XA12
22. XA13
23. XA14
24. XA15

Functional Characteristics

• Flexible clock generation and multiplication
• Low jitter and phase noise performance
• Wide frequency range and programmability
• Spread spectrum modulation for EMI reduction
• Multiple clock outputs with individual control
• Integrated crystal oscillator for simplified design

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-performance clock generation - Precise frequency and phase control - Programmable features for customization - Low jitter and phase noise - Integrated crystal oscillator

Disadvantages: - Limited output frequency range - Requires careful configuration for optimal performance

Applicable Range of Products

The SI5338E-B-GM is widely used in various electronic systems that require precise clock generation and multiplication. It finds applications in telecommunications, networking, data centers, industrial automation, and consumer electronics.

Working Principles

The SI5338E-B-GM utilizes a combination of PLL (Phase-Locked Loop) and VCO (Voltage-Controlled Oscillator) techniques to generate and multiply clock signals. The input clock is multiplied and divided to produce multiple output clocks with programmable frequencies and phases.

Detailed Application Field Plans

1. Telecommunications: Clock synchronization in communication networks.
2. Networking: Ethernet switches, routers, and network interface cards.
3. Data Centers: Server farms, storage systems, and high-speed interconnects.
4. Industrial Automation: Programmable logic controllers (PLCs), motion control systems.
5. Consumer Electronics: Set-top boxes, digital TVs, gaming consoles.

Detailed Alternative Models

• SI5338A-B-GM
• SI5338C-B-GM
• SI5338D-B-GM
• SI5338F-B-GM
• SI5338G-B-GM

5 Common Technical Questions and Answers

1. Q: What is the maximum output frequency of SI5338E-B-GM? A: The maximum output frequency is 945MHz.

2. Q: Can I program the phase of individual output clocks? A: Yes, the SI5338E-B-GM allows individual phase control for each output clock.

3. Q: Does SI5338E-B-GM support spread spectrum modulation? A: Yes, it supports spread spectrum modulation for EMI reduction.

4. Q: What is the operating temperature range of SI5338E-B-GM? A: The operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C.

5. Q: Can I use SI5338E-B-GM in consumer electronics applications? A: Yes, it is suitable for consumer electronics such as set-top boxes and digital TVs.

This encyclopedia entry provides an overview of the SI5338E-B-GM clock generator IC, including its basic information, specifications, pin configuration, functional characteristics, advantages and disadvantages, applicable range of products, working principles, detailed application field plans, alternative models, and common technical questions and answers.