Skyworks Solutions Inc. SI5338C-B05079-GMR
- Part No.:
- SI5338C-B05079-GMR
- Manufacturer:
- Skyworks Solutions Inc.
- Category:
- Application Specific Clock/Timing
- Package:
- 24-VFQFN Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
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SI5338C-B05079-GMR.pdf
- Description:
- I2C CONTROL, 4-OUTPUT, ANY FREQU
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Product details
Overview
SI5338C-B05079-GMR from Skyworks Solutions is an I²C-programmable quad clock generator with four independently configurable differential or single-ended outputs, 0.7 ps RMS typical phase jitter, PCIe Gen 1–4 Common Clock and Gen 3 SRNS compliance, and operation across –40 to +85 °C in a 4 × 4 mm 24-QFN package. It replaces up to four crystal oscillators in Ethernet switch/router and FPGA clocking systems.
For engineers reviewing the SI5338C-B05079-GMR datasheet, SI5338C-B05079-GMR pinout, SI5338C-B05079-GMR application, or SI5338C-B05079-GMR equivalent, key selection considerations include its MultiSynth™-based any-frequency synthesis (0.16–710 MHz per output), independent output voltage control (1.5/1.8/2.5/3.3 V), spread-spectrum capability (0.5–5.0% down-spread), and I²C/SMBus programmability with ClockBuilder Pro support.
Technical Context
The SI5338C-B05079-GMR implements a two-stage PLL architecture: a high-stability reference stage followed by four independent MultiSynth™ fractional-N synthesis blocks, each driving one output pair (CLKxA/CLKxB). Its input flexibility supports external crystals (8–30 MHz), CMOS (5–200 MHz), SSTL/HSTL (5–350 MHz), and differential clocks (5–710 MHz).
Each output driver supports LVPECL/LVDS/HCSL/CMOS/SSTL/HSTL formats with independent supply voltage selection (VDDO0–VDDO3), programmable phase offset (±45 ns, <20 ps step), and glitchless frequency increment/decrement (1 ppm steps). Loss-of-lock and loss-of-signal alarms provide real-time status monitoring via the INTR pin.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Phase Jitter (RMS) | 0.7 ps - meets PCIe Gen 3 SRNS and GbE jitter requirements at 125 MHz output |
| Output Frequency Range | 0.16–710 MHz - covers PCIe (100 MHz), Ethernet (125/156.25 MHz), and Fibre Channel (1.0625 GHz ÷ 2 = 531.25 MHz) |
| Input Reference Support | Crystal (8–30 MHz), CMOS (5–200 MHz), differential (5–710 MHz) - enables flexible system clock tree design |
| Supply Voltages | VDD = 1.8/2.5/3.3 V; VDDOx = 1.4–3.63 V - allows mixed-voltage board integration without level shifters |
| Operating Temperature | –40 to +85 °C - qualified for industrial and telecom line card environments |
| Package | 24-pin QFN, 4 × 4 mm - space-efficient footprint compatible with automated SMT assembly |
| Power Consumption | 45 mA core current typ - enables low-power timing in power-constrained embedded designs |
Pinout & Package
SI5338C-B05079-GMR is housed in a 24-lead, 4 × 4 mm QFN package with exposed thermal pad. Pin functions are defined per Skyworks Rev. 1.6 datasheet, Section 7 (Pin Descriptions) and Section 8 (Device Pinout by Part Number).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| IN1/IN2, IN5/IN6 | Differential Input Pairs | Accept 5–710 MHz AC-coupled differential clocks; require external 100 Ω termination |
| IN3/IN4 | Single-Ended Input Pins | Support 5–200 MHz CMOS clocks; VIH/VIL referenced to local VDD |
| CLK0A/CLK0B–CLK3A/CLK3B | Differential Output Pairs | Four independent output drivers; each configurable as LVPECL/LVDS/HCSL/CML with dedicated VDDOx |
| VDDO0–VDDO3 | Output Buffer Supplies | Independent 1.4–3.63 V supplies per output bank - enable mixed-signal interface voltage matching |
| SCL/SDA | I²C Interface | Standard SMBus-compatible serial interface (up to 400 kHz); supports ClockBuilder Pro configuration |
| INTR | Interrupt Output | Open-drain alarm signal indicating loss-of-lock or loss-of-signal events |
| VDD | Core Supply | 1.8/2.5/3.3 V ± tolerance; powers internal PLL, synthesizers, and control logic |
| GND / RSVD_GND | Ground Terminals | Multiple ground pins including dedicated reserved ground for noise isolation and thermal dissipation |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Any-frequency synthesis on four outputs | MultiSynth™ technology delivers true zero-ppm accuracy across all outputs simultaneously, eliminating need for multiple fixed-frequency XO replacements |
| PCIe Gen 1–4 and SRNS compliance | Meets total jitter (33.6 ps pk-pk Gen 2) and RMS jitter (0.11 ps Gen 3 SRNS) specs - validated per Intel Clock Jitter Tool v1.6.4 |
| Independent output voltage per driver | VDDO0–VDDO3 allow direct interfacing to 1.8 V FPGAs, 2.5 V ASICs, and 3.3 V legacy logic without external level translation |
| Programmable spread spectrum | Configurable 0.5–5.0% down-spread at 33–63 kHz modulation rate - reduces EMI in dense PCB layouts |
| Glitchless frequency adjustment | 1 ppm incremental/decremental tuning via PINC/FDEC pins or I²C - enables dynamic clock scaling without output interruption |
Applications
| Ethernet Switch/Router Timing | PCIe Gen 3/4 Clocking |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: High-density 10GbE/25GbE switch fabric requiring synchronized 156.25 MHz and 312.5 MHz clocks across multiple PHYs and MACs. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Quad-output clock generator providing four precisely aligned, low-jitter clocks - two for SerDes lanes, one for management CPU, one for packet buffer controller. Use Value: Eliminates four discrete oscillators and associated layout complexity while maintaining sub-1 ps RMS jitter required for IEEE 802.3bj compliance. | Use Scenario: Server motherboard with dual x16 PCIe Gen 4 slots, CPU interconnect, and NVMe storage controller - all requiring synchronous 100 MHz reference clocks. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Common-clock source meeting PCIe Gen 4 Common Clock spec (0.15–0.45 ps RMS) across all four outputs with identical phase alignment. Use Value: Enables full Gen 4 link training and stable 16 GT/s operation without clock domain crossing penalties or external jitter cleaners. |
| Broadcast Video/Audio Sync | FPGA & Processor Clocking |
Use Scenario: SMPTE ST 2082-1 12G-SDI video router needing genlock-capable 74.25 MHz, 148.5 MHz, and 297 MHz clocks with sub-20 ps inter-output skew. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Multi-format clock synthesizer delivering LVDS and HCSL outputs simultaneously to serializer/deserializer ICs and frame synchronizers. Use Value: Achieves <100 ps output-to-output skew and <0.7 ps RMS jitter - satisfies SMPTE RP 184-2017 timing stability requirements. | Use Scenario: Industrial control PLC with Xilinx Zynq SoC (PS clock), Artix FPGA (PL clock), ADC sampling engine (125 MHz), and isolated CAN bus controller (40 MHz). IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Single-chip clock source generating four independent frequencies and voltage levels - PS core (1.8 V LVDS), PL fabric (2.5 V HCSL), ADC (3.3 V CMOS), CAN (1.5 V CMOS). Use Value: Reduces BOM count by 4×, eliminates inter-clock crosstalk, and simplifies power integrity with decoupled VDDO rails. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar quad clock generator applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Si5332A-D05081-GM | Higher integration: includes integrated crystal, lower jitter (0.35 ps RMS), supports up to 10 outputs; larger 5 × 5 mm 32-QFN package | Targeted at high-end compute and optical transport where ultra-low jitter and crystal integration are mandatory | Choose when board space permits larger package and crystal-free design is prioritized over cost and footprint |
| ICS843002AGI-01LFT | Fixed-frequency quad LVDS generator (100/125/156.25/200 MHz only); no I²C programming; 1.2 ps RMS jitter; 32-TQFP package | Suitable for cost-sensitive, high-volume applications with static clock trees and no frequency agility requirement | Choose when design requires only standard Ethernet/PCIe frequencies and programmability is unnecessary |
Compared with Si5332A-D05081-GM, SI5338C-B05079-GMR offers smaller footprint and lower cost but lacks integrated crystal and higher jitter floor; compared with ICS843002AGI-01LFT, it provides full frequency flexibility and I²C configurability at the expense of higher unit price and design complexity.
Availability
SI5338C-B05079-GMR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for Ethernet switch/router, PCIe Gen 4 server boards, and broadcast video equipment requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and traceable sourcing.
Supply support for SI5338C-B05079-GMR 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 technologies.
The Si5338 product line was designed for high-performance, multi-protocol clock generation in datacenter, telecom, and broadcast infrastructure - enabling consolidation of discrete oscillators into a single programmable device with PCIe, Ethernet, and SONET/SDH compliance.
FAQ
What is the maximum output frequency supported by SI5338C-B05079-GMR?
The SI5338C-B05079-GMR supports up to 710 MHz on LVPECL/LVDS/CML outputs, 350 MHz on SSTL/HSTL, 250 MHz on HCSL, and 200 MHz on CMOS. Note that only two unique frequencies above 350 MHz can be generated simultaneously (Fvco/4 and Fvco/6), as specified in the Synthesis Stages section of the datasheet.
Does SI5338C-B05079-GMR support PCIe Gen 4 Common Clock mode?
Yes, SI5338C-B05079-GMR meets PCIe Gen 4 Common Clock jitter requirements with 0.15–0.45 ps RMS (10 kHz–50 MHz), validated using the Skyworks PCIe Clock Jitter Tool and compliant with PCI-Express Base Specification 4.0 rev. 0.5. It requires PLL bandwidth configuration between 2–4 MHz or 2–5 MHz and CDR = 10 MHz.
How is SI5338C-B05079-GMR programmed, and what software is required?
SI5338C-B05079-GMR is programmed via its I²C/SMBus-compatible interface using Skyworks' ClockBuilder Pro software - a free GUI tool that generates custom configuration files, validates timing constraints, and supports field updates. No external programmer hardware is needed beyond standard I²C host capability.
Can SI5338C-B05079-GMR operate in clock buffer (PLL bypass) mode?
Yes, SI5338C-B05079-GMR supports clock buffer mode with additive phase jitter as low as 0.165 ps RMS (12 kHz–20 MHz) for 622.08 MHz differential inputs. In this mode, input-to-output propagation delay is 2.5–4 ns, and loss-of-signal detection remains functional above 5 MHz input frequency.
What output voltage levels does SI5338C-B05079-GMR support per channel?
SI5338C-B05079-GMR supports independent output supply voltages per driver bank: VDDO0–VDDO3 each accept 1.4–3.63 V, enabling concurrent LVPECL (2.5/3.3 V), LVDS (1.8/2.5 V), HCSL (1.8 V), and CMOS (1.5/1.8/2.5/3.3 V) outputs without level shifters or external regulators.
SI5338C-B05079-GMR Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Skyworks Solutions Inc.
- Series:
- MultiSynth™
- Package/Case:
- 24-VFQFN Exposed Pad
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- PLL:
- -
- Main Purpose:
- -
- Input:
- -
- Output:
- -
- Number of Circuits:
- -
- Ratio - Input:Output:
- -
- Differential - Input:Output:
- -
- Frequency - Max:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 24-QFN (4x4)
SI5338C-B05079-GMR FAQ
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The SI5338C-B05079-GMR part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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