Skyworks Solutions Inc. 515GCA10M0000CAGR

Overview

515GCA10M0000CAGR from Skyworks Solutions is a voltage-controlled crystal oscillator (VCXO) delivering 10.0000 MHz output with ±20 ppm temperature stability, ±120 ppm/V tuning slope, and CMOS output format in a 2.5 × 3.2 mm 6-pin SMD package. It operates from a 3.3 V supply, achieves <1.1 ps RMS phase jitter (12 kHz–20 MHz), and supports fast enable/disable timing (20 µs/5 µs) for telecom and FPGA clocking applications.

For engineers reviewing the 515GCA10M0000CAGR datasheet, 515GCA10M0000CAGR pinout, 515GCA10M0000CAGR application, or 515GCA10M0000CAGR equivalent, this page provides verified technical context, package mapping, real-world use cases, and validated alternative options for low-jitter, factory-programmed VCXO selection in noise-sensitive PLL designs.

Technical Context

The 515GCA10M0000CAGR implements an integrated PLL-based frequency synthesis architecture using a fixed AT-cut fundamental-mode crystal, enabling precise 10.0000 MHz generation without custom crystal procurement. Its control voltage input (Vc) exhibits ±1% linearity across 0.1×VDD to 0.9×VDD and supports 10 kHz modulation bandwidth.

This device integrates power supply filtering and internal OE pull-up logic, delivers high PSRR (>3.5 ps additive jitter at 1–500 kHz supply noise), and features factory-programmed configuration - eliminating NRE charges and enabling <2-week lead times for production-ready oscillators.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

515GCA10M0000CAGR uses a 2.5 × 3.2 mm 6-pin surface-mount package (RoHS-compliant, Pb-free, gold-over-nickel contact pads). Pin layout follows standard Si515 CMOS configuration.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar VCXO applications.

Compared with Si514GCA10M0000CAGR, the 515GCA10M0000CAGR offers identical functionality with updated manufacturing and calibration, while DS3205Z-10.000M trades jitter performance and OE integration for second-source availability - making the 515GCA10M0000CAGR optimal for new designs demanding lowest jitter and full feature set.

Availability

515GCA10M0000CAGR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for SONET/SDH line cards, PON optical line terminals, and FPGA-based test equipment requiring stable component supply, short lead times, and guaranteed long-term manufacturability.

Supply support for 515GCA10M0000CAGR includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

Skyworks Solutions is a global semiconductor company specializing in analog and mixed-signal connectivity solutions, with leadership in RF, timing, and precision analog components.

The Si515 VCXO product line was designed to replace traditional crystal-based oscillators with programmable, low-jitter, factory-configured timing sources for telecom infrastructure, networking, and high-speed digital systems.

FAQ

What is the exact output frequency and stability of the 515GCA10M0000CAGR?

The 515GCA10M0000CAGR is factory-programmed to deliver precisely 10.0000 MHz with ±20 ppm temperature stability over –40°C to +85°C. This specification is guaranteed per Skyworks datasheet Table 3 and applies across the full operating temperature range without derating.

Does the 515GCA10M0000CAGR support output enable (OE) functionality, and what is its timing behavior?

Yes, the 515GCA10M0000CAGR includes an active-high OE pin (Pin 2) with internal pull-up. When OE is driven low, the CMOS output disables within 5 µs (for fO ≥10 MHz); re-enabling takes ≤20 µs. This behavior is confirmed in Table 3 of the datasheet and supports power-aware system sequencing.

What is the control voltage (Vc) range and tuning slope (Kv) for the 515GCA10M0000CAGR?

The 515GCA10M0000CAGR accepts a Vc input from 0.33 V to 2.97 V (0.1×VDD to 0.9×VDD) and is configured for ±120 ppm/V tuning slope, as indicated by the "C" in the second option code of its part number. Linearity is ±1% BSL, per Table 2.

Which package and footprint does the 515GCA10M0000CAGR use, and are land patterns documented?

The 515GCA10M0000CAGR uses the 2.5 × 3.2 mm 6-pin SMD package (per Figure 7 and Table 18). Skyworks provides full mechanical drawings and IPC-7351–compliant PCB land patterns in Figures 8 and Table 19, including pad dimensions, solder mask clearance, and stencil recommendations.

How does the 515GCA10M0000CAGR achieve low phase jitter, and what is its measured performance?

The 515GCA10M0000CAGR achieves low phase jitter through its proprietary PLL architecture, AT-cut crystal, and high PSRR design. At 10 MHz, it delivers 0.8–1.1 ps RMS phase jitter (12 kHz–20 MHz integration), as specified in Table 8 - meeting requirements for 10G Ethernet and CPRI applications.