Microchip Technology DSC6001CI2A-036.0000

Overview

DSC6001CI2A-036.0000 from Microchip Technology is an ultra-low-power MEMS oscillator with 36.0000 MHz output, ±25 ppm frequency stability over –40°C to +85°C, 1.3 mA active current, and 12 µA standby current. Packaged in a 1.6 mm × 1.2 mm VFLGA, it serves as a precision clock reference in battery-powered IoT sensors, wearable health monitors, and automotive surround-view camera modules.

For engineers reviewing the DSC6001CI2A-036.0000 datasheet, DSC6001CI2A-036.0000 pinout, DSC6001CI2A-036.0000 application, or DSC6001CI2A-036.0000 equivalent, key selection factors include its 1.6×1.2 mm footprint, OE/STBY/FS pin functionality, industrial temperature rating, and MEMS-based reliability versus quartz alternatives.

Technical Context

The DSC6001CI2A-036.0000 integrates a MEMS resonator with on-chip temperature sensor, digital control & compensation, PLL-based VCO, and CMOS output driver. Its architecture enables stable 36 MHz clock generation across –40°C to +85°C without external components.

Pin 1 supports Output Enable (OE) with internal 300 kΩ pull-up; pins 2 (GND) and 4 (VDD) provide power, while pin 3 delivers the buffered CMOS clock output. The device operates from 1.71–3.63 V and achieves 32 psRMS period jitter at 27 MHz (typical), scaled for 36 MHz operation.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

4-Lead Very Thin Fine Pitch Land Grid Array (VFLGA), 1.6 mm × 1.2 mm body, 0.425 mm nominal height, 0.75 mm pitch, with visual index chamfer on corner. Compliant with JEDEC MO-255.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with DSC6001CI2A-036.0000, the DSC6003CI2A-036.0000 offers lower EMI at the cost of reduced drive strength, while SiT1533AI-H4-33E-36.000000 provides superior size and stability but omits industrial-grade reliability and programmable pin functionality.

Availability

DSC6001CI2A-036.0000 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for IoT sensor nodes, automotive camera modules, and industrial wireless gateways requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and RoHS-compliant packaging.

Supply support for DSC6001CI2A-036.0000 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

Microchip Technology Inc. is a leading provider of microcontrollers, analog devices, and timing solutions, headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, with global design and manufacturing operations.

The DSC60xx product line delivers ultra-low-power, high-reliability MEMS oscillators targeting battery-operated and automotive applications where quartz limitations in size, power, and shock resistance are critical constraints.

FAQ

What is the operating temperature range for DSC6001CI2A-036.0000?

DSC6001CI2A-036.0000 is rated for industrial temperature operation from –40°C to +85°C, validated per AEC-Q100 Grade 3 requirements. This makes it suitable for under-hood automotive applications and industrial environments where thermal cycling and extended ambient ranges are present. The ±25 ppm frequency stability specification applies across this full range.

Does DSC6001CI2A-036.0000 require external load capacitors?

No, DSC6001CI2A-036.0000 is a fully integrated MEMS oscillator and does not require external load capacitors. It only requires a 0.1 µF ceramic bypass capacitor on the VDD pin, placed as close as possible to the package per Microchip's layout guidelines. Unlike quartz crystals, no tuning capacitors or matching networks are needed.

How is the output enable function implemented on DSC6001CI2A-036.0000?

DSC6001CI2A-036.0000 configures Pin 1 as Output Enable (OE) with an internal 300 kΩ pull-up resistor. Driving Pin 1 high enables the 36.0000 MHz output; driving it low places the output in high-impedance state. No external pull-up is required unless overriding the default OE behavior for STBY or FS modes.

What is the startup time specification for DSC6001CI2A-036.0000?

DSC6001CI2A-036.0000 has a maximum startup time of 1.3 ms - defined as the interval from 90% of VDD to valid clock output at 25°C. This value remains consistent across the –40°C to +85°C range and supports rapid wake-up in low-power MCU applications such as sensor polling or BLE advertising intervals.

Is DSC6001CI2A-036.0000 pin-compatible with quartz oscillators?

Yes, DSC6001CI2A-036.0000 uses a standard 4-pin CMOS oscillator footprint in its 1.6 mm × 1.2 mm VFLGA package and is explicitly designed as a drop-in replacement for quartz-based oscillators. No PCB layout changes are needed - same pinout, voltage levels, and drive characteristics apply.