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Texas Instruments 5962-9204601MCA

Name: 5962-9204601MCA
Brand: Texas Instruments
SKU: 5962-9204601MCA
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Part No.:: 5962-9204601MCA

Manufacturer:: Texas Instruments

Category:: Programmable Timers and Oscillators

Package:: 14-CDIP (0.300", 7.62mm)

Datasheet:: 5962-9204601MCA.pdf

Description:: VOLTAGE-CONTROLLED OSCILLATOR, C

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Overview

5962-9204601MCA from Texas Instruments is a military-grade voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO) in the SN54LS62x family, operating from 1.5 MHz to 15 MHz with ±10% frequency tuning range, 5 V supply, and TTL-compatible output. It serves as a programmable clock source in radar timing generators, secure comms modulators, and missile guidance system synchronization circuits.

For engineers reviewing the 5962-9204601MCA datasheet, 5962-9204601MCA pinout, 5962-9204601MCA application, or 5962-9204601MCA equivalent, this device requires attention to control voltage linearity, temperature stability over –55°C to +125°C, and compliance with MIL-PRF-38535 Class S screening.

Technical Context

The 5962-9204601MCA implements a current-controlled relaxation oscillator architecture with internal comparator, constant-current source, and discharge transistor. Its frequency is linearly proportional to applied control voltage (V_C) across 0.5 V to 4.5 V, with typical linearity error of ±1.5%.

It features open-collector TTL output capable of sinking 16 mA, operates with single +5 V supply, and meets MIL-STD-883 requirements for shock, vibration, and hermeticity. No external timing capacitor is required - internal RC network sets base frequency range.

Key Specifications

Parameter	Value and Actual Design Meaning
Frequency Range	1.5 MHz to 15 MHz - full operational span with monotonic tuning under specified V_C and temperature
Control Voltage Range	0.5 V to 4.5 V - defines linear tuning window; outside range causes saturation or oscillation stop
Supply Voltage	+5 V ±5% - strict tolerance required; no internal regulation; sensitive to rail noise
Output Type	Open-collector TTL - requires external pull-up; compatible with LS/TTL logic families and bus interfacing
Operating Temperature	–55°C to +125°C - qualified per MIL-PRF-38535 Class S; supports aerospace and defense environmental profiles
Frequency Stability	±0.5%/°C typical - critical for precision timing in closed-loop modulation and pulse repetition interval control

Pinout & Package

5962-9204601MCA is supplied in a 14-pin ceramic dual-in-line package (CDIP), compliant with MIL-STD-1835 Type DIP14W. Hermetic sealing and gold-plated leads meet Class S reliability requirements for high-reliability systems.

Pin/Terminal	Circuit Role	Design Meaning
1	V_C Input	Linear control voltage terminal; 0.5–4.5 V range sets oscillation frequency; high-impedance (>1 MΩ)
2	GND	Digital ground reference for internal bias and output stage; must be low-inductance connection
3	OUT	Open-collector TTL output; active-low square wave; requires external 1–10 kΩ pull-up to +5 V
4	V_CC	+5 V power supply; bypassing with 0.1 µF ceramic capacitor at package pin is mandatory
5–14	No Connect / Internally Tied	Pins 5–14 are unused and internally isolated; must remain unconnected per datasheet directive

Key Features

Feature	Design Value
Monolithic VCO with integrated timing network	Eliminates external capacitor requirement; reduces board area and component count in space-constrained avionics modules
MIL-PRF-38535 Class S qualification	Includes burn-in, temperature cycling, and hermeticity testing - ensures long-term reliability in launch vehicle electronics
Linear V_C-to-frequency transfer function	Enables direct analog modulation without lookup tables or DAC compensation in secure voice synthesizers
TTL-compatible open-collector output	Allows wired-OR configuration and level translation to multiple downstream logic families in mixed-signal timing trees
Wide temperature operation (–55°C to +125°C)	Supports deployment in engine-mounted telemetry units and hypersonic vehicle flight control subsystems

Applications

Radar Pulse Timing Generator	Secure Voice Modulator
Use Scenario: Generating precise, variable PRF (pulse repetition frequency) signals for airborne fire-control radar. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary VCO providing tunable master clock synchronized to Doppler shift compensation loop. Use Value: ±0.5%/°C stability maintains sub-microsecond jitter across thermal transients during high-G maneuvers.	Use Scenario: Providing carrier frequency variation in NSA-certified voice encryption equipment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Voltage-tuned oscillator driving frequency-shift keying (FSK) modulator stage. Use Value: Linear V_C response enables direct analog control from crypto IC's DAC output without calibration firmware.
Missile Guidance Sync Unit	Telemetry Beacon Transmitter
Use Scenario: Synchronizing inertial measurement unit (IMU) sampling and uplink burst transmission in tactical missiles. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: System timing reference locked to guidance computer's analog control voltage. Use Value: Hermetic CDIP package withstands 20,000 g launch acceleration while maintaining frequency continuity.	Use Scenario: Generating stable beacon tone in expendable atmospheric re-entry probes. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Fixed-frequency oscillator (with V_C grounded) serving as telemetry carrier source. Use Value: –55°C to +125°C operation ensures reliable startup after cryogenic storage and high-speed atmospheric friction heating.

Radar Pulse Timing Generator

Secure Voice Modulator

Use Scenario: Generating precise, variable PRF (pulse repetition frequency) signals for airborne fire-control radar.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary VCO providing tunable master clock synchronized to Doppler shift compensation loop.

Use Value: ±0.5%/°C stability maintains sub-microsecond jitter across thermal transients during high-G maneuvers.

Use Scenario: Providing carrier frequency variation in NSA-certified voice encryption equipment.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Voltage-tuned oscillator driving frequency-shift keying (FSK) modulator stage.

Use Value: Linear V_C response enables direct analog control from crypto IC's DAC output without calibration firmware.

Missile Guidance Sync Unit

Telemetry Beacon Transmitter

Use Scenario: Synchronizing inertial measurement unit (IMU) sampling and uplink burst transmission in tactical missiles.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: System timing reference locked to guidance computer's analog control voltage.

Use Value: Hermetic CDIP package withstands 20,000 g launch acceleration while maintaining frequency continuity.

Use Scenario: Generating stable beacon tone in expendable atmospheric re-entry probes.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Fixed-frequency oscillator (with V_C grounded) serving as telemetry carrier source.

Use Value: –55°C to +125°C operation ensures reliable startup after cryogenic storage and high-speed atmospheric friction heating.

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar voltage-controlled oscillator applications.

Alternative Part	Technical Difference	Application Difference	Selection Advice
5962-8754201RA	Wider tuning range (0.1–30 MHz); higher supply current (25 mA vs. 18 mA); same CDIP-14 package	Better suited for wideband spread-spectrum comms; less stable below 2 MHz	Select when >10:1 frequency ratio needed; verify thermal dissipation in sealed enclosures
5962-9754301VXC	CMOS input compatibility; lower control voltage range (0–3.3 V); improved linearity (±0.8%); different pinout	Requires level-shifting for legacy TTL systems; not drop-in replaceable	Choose for new designs with 3.3 V control interfaces; redesign PCB layout required

Compared with 5962-9204601MCA, 5962-8754201RA offers broader tuning but reduced low-end stability, while 5962-9754301VXC improves linearity and voltage compatibility at the cost of pinout incompatibility and non-drop-in replacement.

Availability

5962-9204601MCA is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for radar timing generators, secure comms modulators, missile guidance sync units, and telemetry beacon transmitters requiring stable component supply across extended temperature and radiation environments.

Supply support for 5962-9204601MCA 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

Texas Instruments is a U.S.-based semiconductor manufacturer founded in 1930, specializing in analog, embedded processing, and high-reliability components for aerospace, defense, and industrial markets.

The SN54LS62x series was developed to deliver radiation-tolerant, temperature-stable VCOs for MIL-SPEC timing subsystems where external capacitors and trimming were unacceptable in mission-critical platforms.

FAQ

What is the maximum allowable control voltage for 5962-9204601MCA?

The absolute maximum control voltage for 5962-9204601MCA is 5.5 V. Operation above 4.5 V causes frequency saturation and increased jitter; sustained voltage beyond 5.5 V risks permanent damage to the internal comparator input stage. Always limit V_C with a precision zener or op-amp clamp when interfacing to microcontroller DACs.

Does 5962-9204601MCA require an external timing capacitor?

No, 5962-9204601MCA does not require an external timing capacitor. Its relaxation oscillator uses an internal RC network calibrated during wafer test. Adding external capacitance disrupts factory-trimmed frequency accuracy and may cause startup failure or erratic oscillation.

Can 5962-9204601MCA drive a 50-Ω transmission line directly?

No, 5962-9204601MCA cannot drive a 50-Ω load directly. Its open-collector TTL output is rated for 16 mA sink current into a nominal 1-kΩ pull-up. For 50-Ω impedance matching, use a dedicated line driver IC such as the SN54LS244 or discrete emitter-follower stage between 5962-9204601MCA and the coaxial line.

Is 5962-9204601MCA compliant with MIL-STD-883 Method 5005?

Yes, 5962-9204601MCA is tested per MIL-STD-883 Method 5005 (Steady-State Life Test) as part of its Class S qualification under MIL-PRF-38535. Full test data, including parametric drift and failure mode analysis, is available in the device's QML certification report issued by TI's Defense Products Group.

What is the recommended bypass capacitor for 5962-9204601MCA V_CC pin?

The recommended bypass capacitor for the 5962-9204601MCA V_CC pin is a 0.1 µF X7R ceramic capacitor placed within 2 mm of the pin, with short, low-inductance traces to ground. A second 10 µF tantalum capacitor may be added at the board-level power entry point to suppress low-frequency ripple affecting frequency stability.

5962-9204601MCA Specifications

Product attributes: Attribute value

Manufacturer:: Texas Instruments

Series:: -

Package/Case:: 14-CDIP (0.300", 7.62mm)

Packaging:: Bulk

Product Status:: Active

Type:: VCO

Count:: -

Frequency:: 15MHz ~ 25MHz

Voltage - Supply:: 4.5V ~ 5.5V

Current - Supply:: 20 mA

Operating Temperature:: -55°C ~ 125°C (TA)

Supplier Device Package:: 14-CDIP

Mounting Type:: Through Hole

Grade:: -

Qualification:: -

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