Overview
The ONET4201PA, produced by Texas Instruments, is a versatile and high-speed limiting amplifier designed for multiple fiber optic applications. This device operates at data rates ranging from 155 Mbps to 4.25 Gbps, making it suitable for various high-speed communication systems. It features a compact 3-mm × 3-mm 16-pin QFN package and is pin-compatible with the ONET2501PA and ONET3301PA. The amplifier is characterized by its low power consumption of 89 mW and a wide operating temperature range from -40°C to 85°C.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Data Rate | 155 Mbps to 4.25 Gbps | |
| Power Consumption | 89 mW | mW |
| Input Dynamic Range | 3 mVp-p to 1200 mVp-p | mVp-p |
| Gain | Approx. 50 dB | dB |
| Output Type | Differential CML | |
| Supply Voltage | 3.3 V ± 10% | V |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 85°C | °C |
| Package Type | 16-pin QFN | |
| Package Size | 3-mm × 3-mm | mm |
Key Features
- Multi-rate operation from 155 Mbps up to 4.25 Gbps
- Low power consumption of 89 mW
- Input offset cancellation
- High input dynamic range (3 mVp-p to 1200 mVp-p)
- Output disable feature
- Differential CML data outputs
- Receive Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI)
- Loss of Signal Detection
- Polarity select feature
- Single 3.3-V supply
- Compact 3-mm × 3-mm 16-pin QFN package
- Pin-compatible with ONET2501PA and ONET3301PA
Applications
- Multi-rate OC3 to OC-48 FEC SONET/SDH transmission systems
- 1.0625 Gbps, 2.125 Gbps, and 4.25 Gbps Fibre Channel receivers
- Gigabit Ethernet receivers
Q & A
- What is the data rate range of the ONET4201PA?
The ONET4201PA operates at data rates from 155 Mbps to 4.25 Gbps.
- What is the power consumption of the ONET4201PA?
The power consumption is typically 89 mW.
- What is the input dynamic range of the ONET4201PA?
The input dynamic range is from 3 mVp-p to 1200 mVp-p.
- What type of output does the ONET4201PA provide?
The output is differential CML.
- What is the supply voltage for the ONET4201PA?
The supply voltage is 3.3 V ± 10%.
- What is the operating temperature range of the ONET4201PA?
The operating temperature range is from -40°C to 85°C.
- What package type and size does the ONET4201PA come in?
The ONET4201PA comes in a 16-pin QFN package with a size of 3-mm × 3-mm.
- Does the ONET4201PA have a loss of signal detection feature?
- Is the ONET4201PA pin-compatible with other models?
- What are some common applications of the ONET4201PA?
- Does the ONET4201PA have a receive signal strength indicator (RSSI)?
