SAW oscillators are ‘world’s smallest‘
Measuring 5.0 x 3.2 x 1.4mm, the new EG-2121/2102CB series of differential output SAW oscillators from Epson Toyocom are believed to be the smallest in the world.
The Japanese firm claims the devices have a 50% smaller footprint than their predecessors and incorporate high frequencies as well as strong stability. Suitable for stable, high capacity, high speed communications systems, they oscillate at a frequency range between 100 and 700MHz and are designed to support 2.5 and 3.3V LVDS and LV-PECL output.
The oscillators utilise a SAW resonator that is engineered to be resistant to oscillation defects induced by particles and other foreign substances. A built in low noise regulator enables them to withstand fluctuations in the external power supply. According to Epson, they have Phase jitter of 0.5ps, a frequency tolerance of ±50 x 10-6 and consume approximately 50% less power than their predecessors.
Samples are available now through distributor Rutronik, with commercial availability scheduled for December 2011.
