Overview
The ONET4201PA, produced by Texas Instruments, is a versatile high-speed, 3.3-V limiting amplifier designed for multiple fiber optic applications. It supports data rates ranging from 155 Mbps to 4.25 Gbps, making it suitable for a variety of high-speed communication systems. The device features a gain of about 50 dB, ensuring a fully differential output swing for input signals as low as 3 mVp-p. It is characterized for operation from -40°C to 85°C and is available in a small footprint 3-mm × 3-mm 16-pin QFN package.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Data Rate | 155 Mbps to 4.25 Gbps |
| Supply Voltage | 3.3 V |
| Power Consumption | Typically less than 89 mW |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 85°C |
| Package Type | 16-Pin QFN (3-mm × 3-mm) |
| Input Signal Dynamic Range | Up to 1200 mVp-p |
| Gain | About 50 dB |
Key Features
- Multi-Rate Operation from 155 Mbps up to 4.25 Gbps
- High Input Dynamic Range
- Input Offset Cancellation
- Output Disable
- CML Data Outputs
- Receive Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI)
- Loss of Signal Detection
- Polarity Select
- Single 3.3-V Supply
- Surface Mount Small Footprint 3-mm × 3-mm 16-Pin QFN Package
- Pin-Compatible with the 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 supports data rates from 155 Mbps to 4.25 Gbps.
- What is the supply voltage of the ONET4201PA? The supply voltage is 3.3 V.
- What is the typical power consumption of the ONET4201PA? The typical power consumption is less than 89 mW.
- What is the operating temperature range of the ONET4201PA? The operating temperature range is from -40°C to 85°C.
- What type of package does the ONET4201PA come in? The ONET4201PA comes in a 16-Pin QFN (3-mm × 3-mm) package.
- What is the input signal dynamic range of the ONET4201PA? The input signal dynamic range is up to 1200 mVp-p.
- Does the ONET4201PA have a receive signal strength indicator (RSSI)? Yes, it does have an RSSI.
- Is the ONET4201PA pin-compatible with other models? Yes, it is pin-compatible with the ONET2501PA and ONET3301PA.
- What are some common applications of the ONET4201PA? Common applications include multi-rate OC3 to OC-48 FEC SONET/SDH transmission systems, Fibre Channel receivers, and Gigabit Ethernet receivers.
- Does the ONET4201PA have loss of signal detection? Yes, it has loss of signal detection.
