PI6C2404A
Single zero-delay PLL clock buffers in 8-pin SOIC format
Manufacturer： pericom
series introduction
# PI6C2404A Product Series Introduction
## 1. Overview
The PI6C2404A product series is a cutting - edge offering in the field of clock and timing solutions. Developed by a leading semiconductor company, these devices are engineered to meet the stringent requirements of modern electronic systems, providing high - performance, reliable, and flexible clock generation and distribution capabilities.
## 2. Key Features
### 2.1 High - Precision Clock Generation
- The PI6C2404A series is capable of generating highly accurate clock signals. It can achieve low jitter performance, which is crucial for applications where precise timing is essential. For example, in high - speed data communication systems such as Ethernet and Fibre Channel, low jitter ensures reliable data transmission and reception, reducing the bit error rate.
- The devices support a wide range of output frequencies, allowing them to be used in various applications with different clock requirements. This flexibility makes them suitable for use in multiple industries, from telecommunications to industrial automation.
### 2.2 Multiple Output Channels
- Each device in the PI6C2404A series is equipped with four output channels. These channels can be independently configured to provide different clock frequencies or phases, enabling the generation of complex clocking schemes. For instance, in a multi - core processor system, different cores may require clocks with specific frequencies and phases, and the PI6C2404A can easily meet these requirements.
- The output channels also offer high drive strength, which means they can drive multiple loads without significant signal degradation. This is beneficial in large - scale systems where a single clock source needs to be distributed to multiple components.
### 2.3 Programmability
- The PI6C2404A devices are highly programmable, allowing users to customize the clock generation and distribution parameters according to their specific application needs. Through an I2C or SPI interface, users can easily configure the output frequencies, phases, and other settings.
- This programmability also enables easy system upgrades and reconfigurations. For example, if a system needs to support a new communication standard with different clock requirements, the PI6C2404A can be reprogrammed without the need for hardware changes.
### 2.4 Low Power Consumption
- In today's energy - conscious world, power consumption is a critical factor in electronic device design. The PI6C2404A series is designed with low - power operation in mind. It uses advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes and power - management techniques to minimize power consumption while maintaining high performance.
- This low - power feature makes the devices suitable for battery - powered applications such as portable electronics and IoT devices, where long battery life is essential.
### 2.5 Excellent Noise Immunity
- The PI6C2404A devices are designed to have excellent noise immunity. They are equipped with internal filtering and shielding mechanisms to reduce the impact of external noise sources on the clock signals. This ensures the stability and reliability of the clock signals, even in noisy electrical environments.
- In industrial applications where there are high levels of electromagnetic interference (EMI), the noise immunity of the PI6C2404A series helps to prevent clock signal degradation and system malfunctions.
## 3. Applications
### 3.1 Telecommunications
- In telecommunications equipment such as routers, switches, and base stations, the PI6C2404A series provides the necessary clock signals for data processing, transmission, and synchronization. Its high - precision clock generation and low jitter performance ensure reliable communication between different network nodes.
- The multiple output channels and programmability allow for the customization of clocking schemes to meet the specific requirements of different communication protocols, such as 5G, LTE, and Ethernet.
### 3.2 Data Centers
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8-SOIC