Overview
The MC100LVEP14DTG is a low skew 1-to-5 differential driver designed by onsemi, specifically tailored for clock distribution applications. This component accepts two clock sources into an input multiplexer and supports ECL/PECL and HSTL input signals, which can be either differential or single-ended. It operates in PECL and HSTL modes with a supply voltage range of 2.375 V to 3.8 V and in NECL mode with a supply voltage range of -2.375 V to -3.8 V. The device is notable for its low skew characteristics, making it ideal for high-performance clock distribution in various systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Condition | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Device-to-Device Skew | 100 | ps | |||
| Within Device Skew | 25 | ps | |||
| Typical Propagation Delay | 400 | ps | |||
| Maximum Frequency | > 2 GHz | ||||
| PECL Mode Supply Voltage (VCC) | VEE = 0 V | 2.375 | 3.8 | V | |
| NECL Mode Supply Voltage (VEE) | VCC = 0 V | -3.8 | -2.375 | V | |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 | 85 | °C | ||
| Storage Temperature Range | -65 | 150 | °C |
Key Features
- Low skew 1-to-5 differential driver
- Accepts two clock sources into an input multiplexer
- Supports ECL/PECL and HSTL input signals
- Single-ended input operation possible with VBB output
- LVDS input compatible
- Open input default state
- Synchronous common enable (EN) to avoid runt clock pulses
- Pb-free and RoHS compliant
- Temperature compensation within the 100 Series
Applications
The MC100LVEP14DTG is designed for high-performance clock distribution in various systems, including:
- Backplane and board-level clock distribution
- High-speed data communication systems
- Telecommunication equipment
- Data centers and server systems
- Other applications requiring low skew clock signals
Q & A
- What is the primary function of the MC100LVEP14DTG?
The MC100LVEP14DTG is a low skew 1-to-5 differential driver designed for clock distribution applications.
- What types of input signals does the MC100LVEP14DTG support?
The device supports ECL/PECL and HSTL input signals, which can be either differential or single-ended.
- What is the typical propagation delay of the MC100LVEP14DTG?
The typical propagation delay is 400 ps.
- What is the maximum frequency the MC100LVEP14DTG can operate at?
The maximum frequency is greater than 2 GHz.
- What are the operating voltage ranges for PECL and NECL modes?
For PECL mode, VCC ranges from 2.375 V to 3.8 V with VEE = 0 V. For NECL mode, VEE ranges from -3.8 V to -2.375 V with VCC = 0 V.
- Is the MC100LVEP14DTG Pb-free and RoHS compliant?
- What is the significance of the synchronous common enable (EN) feature?
The synchronous common enable (EN) feature avoids runt clock pulses when the device is enabled or disabled.
- What is the recommended termination for differential outputs to maintain low skew?
Both sides of any differential output need to be terminated identically into 50 Ω.
- What are the storage and operating temperature ranges for the MC100LVEP14DTG?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C, and the storage temperature range is -65°C to 150°C.
- What are some common applications of the MC100LVEP14DTG?
Common applications include backplane and board-level clock distribution, high-speed data communication systems, telecommunication equipment, and data centers.
