Overview
The NB6L11SMNGEVB Evaluation Board is designed to evaluate the NB6L11S, a differential 1:2 clock or data receiver and fanout buffer/translator. This device is part of ON Semiconductor's high-performance portfolio and is optimized for systems requiring low skew, low jitter, and low power consumption. The NB6L11S accepts a variety of input signals including LVPECL, LVNECL, LVCMOS, LVTTL, CML, or LVDS, and translates them into differential LVDS outputs. The evaluation board provides a flexible and convenient platform to quickly evaluate, characterize, and verify the operation of the NB6L11S device.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Unit | Min | Typ | Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Input Clock Frequency | GHz | - | 6 | - |
| Input Data Rate | Gb/s | - | 6 | - |
| Power Supply Current (Typical) | mA | 5 | 14 | 20 |
| Propagation Delay | ps | 110 | 150 | 190 |
| Within Device Skew | ps | 2 | 5 | 15 |
| Rise/Fall Times | ps | 75 | - | - |
| Output Voltage Amplitude (LVDS) | mV | 300 | 480 | 700 |
| Input Common Mode Range | mV | GND + 50 | - | VCC - 50 |
Key Features
- Differential 1:2 clock or data fanout buffer/translator
- Accepts various input signals: LVPECL, LVNECL, LVCMOS, LVTTL, CML, or LVDS
- Translates inputs to differential LVDS outputs
- Low skew and low jitter performance
- Low power consumption with a typical power supply current of 14 mA
- Operating frequency up to 6 GHz and data rate up to 6 Gb/s
- Small 3mm x 3mm 16-QFN package
- Internal 50-ohm termination resistors at the inputs
Applications
- SONET (Synchronous Optical Networking)
- Gigabit Ethernet (GigE)
- Fiber Channel
- Backplane applications
- Other clock or data distribution systems requiring high-speed and low skew
Q & A
- What is the primary function of the NB6L11S device?
The NB6L11S is a differential 1:2 clock or data fanout buffer/translator that accepts various input signals and translates them into differential LVDS outputs.
- What types of input signals can the NB6L11S accept?
The device can accept LVPECL, LVNECL, LVCMOS, LVTTL, CML, or LVDS input signals.
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the NB6L11S?
The device can operate up to 6 GHz.
- What is the maximum data rate supported by the NB6L11S?
The device supports up to 6 Gb/s data rate.
- What is the typical power supply current of the NB6L11S?
The typical power supply current is 14 mA.
- What is the within-device skew of the NB6L11S?
The within-device skew is typically 5 ps.
- What is the package type and size of the NB6L11S?
The device is packaged in a small 3mm x 3mm 16-QFN package.
- What are some common applications of the NB6L11S?
Common applications include SONET, Gigabit Ethernet, Fiber Channel, and backplane applications.
- How does the NB6L11SMNGEVB evaluation board assist in evaluating the NB6L11S?
The evaluation board provides a flexible and convenient platform to quickly evaluate, characterize, and verify the operation of the NB6L11S device.
- What are the key components of the NB6L11SMNGEVB evaluation board?
The board includes high-bandwidth, controlled impedance layers, SMA connectors, and appropriate power supply configurations to test the device.
