Overview
The MC100LVEP111, produced by onsemi, is a low skew 2:1:10 differential driver designed primarily for clock distribution applications. This device accepts two clock sources into an input multiplexer and is compatible with ECL/PECL/HSTL signaling standards. It operates in both PECL and NECL modes, making it versatile for various system configurations. The MC100LVEP111 is optimized for minimal skew, ensuring tight timing control across the board or backplane, which is crucial for high-performance systems.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Output-to-Output Skew | - | 20 ps | - | ps |
| Device-to-Device Skew | - | 85 ps | - | ps |
| Jitter (RMS) | - | <1 ps | - | ps |
| Additive RMS Phase Jitter @ 156.25 MHz | - | 60 fs | - | fs |
| Maximum Frequency | - | > 3 GHz | - | GHz |
| Propagation Delay | - | 430 ps | - | ps |
| Power Supply Voltage (PECL Mode) | 2.375 V | - | 3.8 V | V |
| Power Supply Voltage (NECL Mode) | -2.375 V | - | -3.8 V | V |
| Input Voltage (PECL Mode) | -6 V | - | 6 V | V |
| Output Current (Continuous) | - | - | 50 mA | mA |
| Output Current (Surge) | - | - | 100 mA | mA |
Key Features
- Low skew 2:1:10 differential driver for clock distribution.
- Accepts two clock sources into an input multiplexer.
- Compatible with ECL/PECL/HSTL signaling standards.
- Operates in both PECL and NECL modes.
- Minimal output-to-output skew and device-to-device skew.
- Low jitter and additive RMS phase jitter.
- Maximum frequency operation greater than 3 GHz.
- VBB output for reference voltage.
- LVDS input compatible.
- Fully compatible with MC100EP111.
- Pb-free devices.
Applications
The MC100LVEP111 is designed for high-performance clock distribution in various systems, including:
- Telecommunication equipment.
- Data communication systems.
- High-speed computing and networking equipment.
- Backplane and board-level clock distribution.
Q & A
- What is the primary function of the MC100LVEP111?
The MC100LVEP111 is a low skew 2:1:10 differential driver designed for clock distribution, accepting two clock sources into an input multiplexer.
- What signaling standards is the MC100LVEP111 compatible with?
The MC100LVEP111 is compatible with ECL/PECL/HSTL signaling standards.
- What are the operating voltage ranges for PECL and NECL modes?
In PECL mode, the power supply voltage range is 2.375 V to 3.8 V. In NECL mode, the power supply voltage range is -2.375 V to -3.8 V.
- What is the typical output-to-output skew of the MC100LVEP111?
The typical output-to-output skew is 20 ps.
- What is the maximum frequency operation of the MC100LVEP111?
The maximum frequency operation is greater than 3 GHz.
- Does the MC100LVEP111 support LVDS inputs?
- What is the purpose of the VBB output?
The VBB output provides a reference voltage.
- Is the MC100LVEP111 Pb-free?
- What are some typical applications of the MC100LVEP111?
Typical applications include telecommunication equipment, data communication systems, high-speed computing and networking equipment, and backplane and board-level clock distribution.
- How does the MC100LVEP111 minimize skew?
The MC100LVEP111 minimizes skew through optimal design, layout, and processing, ensuring tight timing control across the board or backplane.
