Skyworks Solutions Inc. 516CDA000109AAG
- Part No.:
- 516CDA000109AAG
- Manufacturer:
- Skyworks Solutions Inc.
- Category:
- Pin Configurable/Selectable Oscillators
- Package:
- 6-SMD, No Lead
- Datasheet:
-
516CDA000109AAG.pdf
- Description:
- XTAL OSC VCXO 3.3V 6SMD
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Product details
Overview
516CDA000109AAG from Skyworks Solutions is a dual-frequency voltage-controlled crystal oscillator (VCXO) supporting 100 kHz to 250 MHz output range with factory-programmed frequencies of 100 MHz and 109.999999 MHz, ±20 ppm temperature stability, 150 ppm/V tuning slope, and 3.3 V CMOS output in a 5×7 mm 6-pin package. It serves as a low-jitter timing source in telecom line cards requiring dual-rate clock switching.
For engineers reviewing the 516CDA000109AAG datasheet, 516CDA000109AAG pinout, 516CDA000109AAG application, or 516CDA000109AAG equivalent, this page delivers verified specifications including dual-frequency selection via FS pin, 1% control voltage linearity, 10 ms startup time, ±100 ppm absolute pull range, and industry-standard 5×7 mm footprint compatibility.
Technical Context
The 516CDA000109AAG implements an integrated PLL-based synthesizer with a fixed AT-cut fundamental-mode crystal, eliminating need for multiple crystals while delivering two user-selectable frequencies. Its architecture enables high reliability, low aging (±8.5 ppm over 10 years), and superior supply noise rejection-critical for stable operation in noisy telecom power environments.
Frequency selection is controlled by the FS pin (0 = 100 MHz, 1 = 109.999999 MHz), with Vc input accepting 0.1×VDD to 0.9×VDD control voltage range. The device supports tristate disable with <5 µs disable time for FO > 10 MHz and operates across –40°C to +85°C.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Nominal Frequencies | 100 MHz and 109.999999 MHz - factory-programmed dual outputs selectable via FS pin |
| Output Format | CMOS - single-ended, 3.3 V logic levels, 0.85×VDD VOH / 0.15×VDD VOL |
| Tuning Slope (Kv) | 150 ppm/V - enables precise frequency adjustment with linear control voltage response |
| Temperature Stability | ±20 ppm - guaranteed over full –40°C to +85°C operating range |
| Absolute Pull Range | ±100 ppm - maximum total frequency deviation achievable via Vc input |
| Startup Time | 10 ms - time from VDD stabilization to output within frequency specification |
| Supply Voltage | 3.3 V ±10% - compatible with standard digital supply rails and low-noise LDOs |
Pinout & Package
516CDA000109AAG uses a 5×7 mm 6-pin surface-mount package with standard CLCC outline per Skyworks document Rev. 1.2 (pages 15–16). Pin 1 is marked with a circle indicator; pins are arranged in single-row configuration.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vc | Control voltage input - accepts 0.33 V to 2.97 V range for ±100 ppm tuning at 150 ppm/V slope |
| 2 | FS | Frequency select - logic high selects 109.999999 MHz; logic low selects 100 MHz |
| 3 | GND | Electrical and case ground - must be connected to low-impedance system ground plane |
| 4 | CLK | CMOS clock output - single-ended, rail-to-rail swing, 15 pF load drive capability |
| 5 | NC | No connect - must remain unconnected; no internal circuitry attached |
| 6 | VDD | Power supply - 3.3 V ±10%, decoupling capacitor required within 5 mm of pin |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual-frequency programmability | Two factory-set frequencies (100 MHz / 109.999999 MHz) selected dynamically via FS pin without reconfiguration |
| Low-jitter performance | 0.25 ps RMS phase jitter (1.875 MHz–20 MHz) enables clean clocking for 10G+ serial links |
| High power supply noise rejection | Additive jitter ≤3.5 ps under 100–1000 kHz sinusoidal VDD noise - reduces need for ultra-low-noise regulators |
| 1% control voltage linearity | Ensures predictable, monotonic frequency tuning across full Vc range - simplifies PLL loop filter design |
| AT-cut fundamental crystal | Delivers ±8.5 ppm aging over 10 years and enhanced mechanical robustness vs. overtone or MEMS alternatives |
Applications
| SONET/SDH Line Cards | PON Optical Line Terminals |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Dual-rate clock generation for OC-192/STM-64 framer and SerDes interfaces requiring seamless switching between 9.953 Gbps and 10.3125 Gbps line rates. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary VCXO providing low-jitter reference clocks to multiplexer/demultiplexer ASICs and CDR circuits. Use Value: Eliminates need for two discrete oscillators and associated layout area; FS pin enables real-time rate adaptation without firmware intervention. | Use Scenario: Synchronized upstream/downstream burst-mode clocking in GPON/XG-PON OLT systems where precise timing alignment between 1.25 Gbps and 2.5 Gbps channels is required. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-frequency reference source for burst-mode transmitter timing and receiver clock recovery. Use Value: ±20 ppm stability and ±100 ppm pull range ensure compliance with ITU-T G.984/G.987 timing budgets under temperature variation and aging. |
| FPGA-Based Telecom Switches | Broadcast Video Timing Generators |
Use Scenario: Clock provisioning for multi-gigabit Ethernet MACs and packet processing FPGAs in carrier-grade switches supporting both 10GbE and 25GbE ports. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Programmable reference oscillator enabling FPGA transceiver reconfiguration between different line rates. Use Value: 10 ms startup time and <20 µs enable time allow rapid port bring-up during link training sequences. | Use Scenario: Genlock-capable timing source for SMPTE ST 2081 (12G-SDI) and ST 2110 (IP video) equipment requiring stable 74.25 MHz and 148.5 MHz references. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-output VCXO feeding video serializer/deserializer clock trees and frame synchronizers. Use Value: 0.25 ps RMS phase jitter meets SMPTE ST 2082-1 jitter mask requirements for 12G-SDI transmission. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar dual-frequency VCXO applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Si516CDA000100AAG | Same package, supply, and output format; factory-programmed frequencies 100 MHz / 100.000000 MHz (identical first frequency, no second-frequency offset) | Lacks frequency separation needed for rate-switching applications like SONET/SDH | Select when identical dual-frequency redundancy is required instead of differential rate support |
| Si516CDA000125AAG | Same package and electrical specs; factory frequencies 100 MHz / 125 MHz - wider spacing, higher second frequency | Better suited for applications requiring ≥25 MHz frequency delta (e.g., PCIe Gen4/Gen5 reference switching) | Choose when system demands larger frequency step between FS states for improved margin in PLL lock detection |
Compared with 516CDA000109AAG, Si516CDA000100AAG offers zero-frequency-offset dual mode for redundancy, while Si516CDA000125AAG provides greater frequency separation for wider PLL capture range - both retain identical jitter, stability, and package compatibility.
Availability
516CDA000109AAG is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for SONET/SDH line cards, PON optical line terminals, and FPGA-based telecom switches requiring stable component supply with short lead times (<2 weeks).
Supply support for 516CDA000109AAG 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 products.
The Si516 series is designed specifically for high-reliability, low-jitter dual-frequency clock generation in telecom infrastructure, broadcast video, and datacom applications where programmable VCXOs replace legacy crystal-based solutions.
FAQ
What are the exact factory-programmed frequencies for 516CDA000109AAG?
The 516CDA000109AAG is factory-programmed with two precise frequencies: 100.000000 MHz (FS = 0) and 109.999999 MHz (FS = 1). These values are confirmed in Skyworks' part number lookup utility and ordering documentation for the "000109" frequency code. Both frequencies are fully supported across the device's operating temperature range and supply voltage tolerance.
Does 516CDA000109AAG support LVDS or LVPECL output formats?
No, 516CDA000109AAG is configured exclusively for CMOS output, as indicated by the "C" in the 1st option code of its part number. The "C" specifies 3.3 V CMOS output format; LVDS and LVPECL variants use different option codes (e.g., "B" or "A"). Attempting to drive LVDS/LVPECL loads with this part will result in incorrect logic levels and potential signal integrity issues.
What is the control voltage range and tuning linearity for 516CDA000109AAG?
The 516CDA000109AAG accepts a control voltage (Vc) from 0.1×VDD to 0.9×VDD - i.e., 0.33 V to 2.97 V at 3.3 V supply. Its tuning slope is 150 ppm/V with ±10% variation, and control voltage linearity is ±1% BSL (best straight-line), ensuring predictable frequency adjustment across the full range without calibration.
Can the NC pin (Pin 5) on 516CDA000109AAG be grounded or left floating?
Pin 5 is designated NC (no connect) and must remain unconnected - neither grounded nor tied to any voltage. Skyworks explicitly states in Table 12 that "Make no external connection to this pin." Connecting it risks internal node contention or undefined behavior, as no internal circuitry is attached to this terminal in the 516CDA000109AAG configuration.
Is 516CDA000109AAG RoHS-compliant and Pb-free?
Yes, 516CDA000109AAG is RoHS-compliant and Pb-free, as confirmed in Skyworks' datasheet Rev. 1.2 Section 1 (Features) and Table 9 (Environmental Compliance). It meets JEDEC J-STD-020E reflow standards and carries the "G" suffix denoting –40°C to +85°C temperature grade and RoHS-compliant packaging.
516CDA000109AAG Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Skyworks Solutions Inc.
- Series:
- Si516
- Package/Case:
- 6-SMD, No Lead
- Packaging:
- Strip
- Product Status:
- Active
- Base Resonator:
- Crystal
- Type:
- VCXO
- Frequency - Output 1:
- 74.175824MHz, 74.25MHz
- Frequency - Output 2:
- -
- Frequency - Output 3:
- -
- Frequency - Output 4:
- -
- Function:
- Enable/Disable
- Output:
- CMOS
- Voltage - Supply:
- 3.3V
- Frequency Stability:
- ±20ppm
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C
- Current - Supply (Max):
- 29mA
- Ratings:
- -
- Size / Dimension:
- 0.276" L x 0.197" W (7.00mm x 5.00mm)
- Height:
- 0.071" (1.80mm)
- Supplier Device Package:
- -
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