Vishay Surface-Mount Crystals & Oscillators

Introduction

Vishay Surface-Mount Crystals and Oscillators are high-performance components designed for applications requiring small footprints and enhanced reliability. These devices are engineered to deliver improved temperature stability and a wide frequency range, making them ideal for modern electronic applications.

Part Description

The Vishay Surface-Mount Crystals and Oscillators are compact components that feature dimensions as small as 1.6mm x 1.2mm for crystals and 2.5mm x 2.0mm for oscillators. They offer frequency tolerances of ±20ppm or better at 25°C and temperature stabilities of ±25ppm or better, significantly surpassing the previous specifications of ±50ppm. The crystals operate within a frequency range of 12MHz to 60MHz, including a tuning fork crystal that functions at a 32.768kHz real-time clock frequency. These features make them suitable for a variety of demanding applications.

Applications

• Mobile communications
• Industrial controls
• Consumer electronics platforms

Industries

• Telecommunications
• Automotive
• Consumer Electronics
• Industrial Automation

Usage Ideas

1. Wearable Technology: Integrate the crystals into a smartwatch to ensure accurate timekeeping and reliable communication with mobile devices.
2. Smart Home Devices: Use the oscillators in smart home hubs to maintain stable communication and control signals between devices.
3. Industrial Sensors: Implement the crystals in industrial control systems to enhance the precision of sensor data transmission and processing.

Conclusion

Vishay Surface-Mount Crystals and Oscillators represent a significant advancement in passive component technology, offering compact size, improved performance, and versatility across various applications. Their enhanced temperature stability and wide frequency range make them an excellent choice for modern electronic designs in multiple industries.