Overview
The NB6L14MNG is a 3.0 GHz differential 1:4 LVPECL fanout buffer produced by onsemi. It is part of the ECLinPS MAX family of high-performance clock and data management products. This device is designed to distribute high-speed clock or data signals with minimal skew, making it ideal for applications requiring precise timing and low jitter. The NB6L14MNG can accept various logic standards, including LVPECL, LVCMOS, LVTTL, CML, and LVDS, due to its internal 50-ohm termination resistors and VREF_AC reference output.
Key Specifications
| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Input Clock Frequency | > 3.0 GHz | |
| Within Device Output Skew | < 20 ps | |
| Internal Input Termination Resistors | 50 Ω | |
| Maximum Operating Data Rate | 2.5 Gb/s | |
| Propagation Delay (IN to Q) | 250 - 500 ps | |
| Rise and Fall Times | 150 ps (Typical) | |
| Output Voltage Amplitude (LVPECL) | 700 mV (Typical) | |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to +85°C | |
| Package Type | 3 mm x 3 mm 16 Pin QFN |
Key Features
- Differential 1:4 LVPECL fanout buffer with internal 50-ohm termination resistors.
- Accepts various logic standards: LVPECL, LVCMOS, LVTTL, CML, LVDS.
- VREF_AC reference output for rebiasing capacitor-coupled differential or single-ended input signals.
- Low output skew design, optimized for high-speed applications.
- High-speed operation: input clock frequency > 3.0 GHz, data rate > 2.5 Gb/s.
- Low jitter and skew: < 20 ps within device output skew, 150 ps typical rise and fall times.
- Pb-free and RoHS compliant.
- Operating temperature range: -40°C to +85°C.
Applications
The NB6L14MNG is suitable for a variety of high-speed applications, including:
- High-speed data transmission systems.
- Telecommunication equipment.
- Data centers and cloud computing infrastructure.
- High-performance computing and server systems.
- Networking equipment such as routers and switches.
- Test and measurement equipment requiring precise timing.
Q & A
- What is the maximum input clock frequency of the NB6L14MNG?
The maximum input clock frequency is greater than 3.0 GHz.
- What types of logic standards can the NB6L14MNG accept?
The device can accept LVPECL, LVCMOS, LVTTL, CML, and LVDS logic standards.
- What is the purpose of the VREF_AC reference output?
The VREF_AC reference output is used to rebias capacitor-coupled differential or single-ended input signals.
- What is the typical propagation delay of the NB6L14MNG?
The typical propagation delay is 350 ps.
- What is the maximum operating data rate of the NB6L14MNG?
The maximum operating data rate is 2.5 Gb/s.
- What is the within-device output skew of the NB6L14MNG?
The within-device output skew is less than 20 ps.
- What is the package type of the NB6L14MNG?
The device is available in a 3 mm x 3 mm 16 Pin QFN package.
- Is the NB6L14MNG Pb-free and RoHS compliant?
- What is the operating temperature range of the NB6L14MNG?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C.
- How does the internal termination resistor feature work?
The differential inputs incorporate internal 50-ohm termination resistors accessed through the VT pin, allowing the device to accept various logic standards.
