Skyworks Solutions Inc. SI5338Q-B04074-GMR
- Part No.:
- SI5338Q-B04074-GMR
- Manufacturer:
- Skyworks Solutions Inc.
- Category:
- Application Specific Clock/Timing
- Package:
- 24-VFQFN Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
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SI5338Q-B04074-GMR.pdf
- Description:
- I2C CONTROL, 4-OUTPUT, ANY FREQU
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Product details
Overview
SI5338Q-B04074-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 high-speed serial interface timing applications.
For engineers reviewing the SI5338Q-B04074-GMR datasheet, SI5338Q-B04074-GMR pinout, SI5338Q-B04074-GMR application, or SI5338Q-B04074-GMR equivalent, this device supports any-frequency synthesis (0.16–710 MHz), independent output voltage selection (1.5/1.8/2.5/3.3 V), programmable phase/frequency adjustment (±45 ns / 1 ppm steps), spread-spectrum control (0.5–5.0% / 33–63 kHz), and loss-of-lock/loss-of-signal alarms.
Technical Context
The SI5338Q-B04074-GMR implements a two-stage PLL architecture: a reference PLL (Stage 1) locks to one of six input sources (crystal, CMOS, SSTL/HSTL, or differential), followed by four independent MultiSynth™ fractional-N synthesizers (Stage 2) generating each output. Each MultiSynth supports integer or fractional mode, enabling true zero-ppm accuracy and sub-Hz frequency resolution.
Output drivers are fully decoupled-each supports LVPECL/LVDS/HCSL/CMOS/SSTL/HSTL formats, independent VDDO supply (1.4–3.63 V), and per-output spread spectrum, phase offset (–45 to +45 ns), and frequency increment/decrement control. The device operates from a single 1.8/2.5/3.3 V core supply with 45 mA typical current draw.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Phase Jitter (RMS) | 0.7 ps - meets PCIe Gen 4 common clock RMS jitter spec (≤0.45 ps) with margin; enables clean sampling in 10 GbE and Fibre Channel receivers |
| Output Frequency Range | 0.16–710 MHz - covers PCIe 100 MHz, Ethernet 125/156.25 MHz, broadcast video 27/74.25 MHz, and processor clocks up to 710 MHz |
| Input Reference Support | Crystal (8–30 MHz), CMOS (5–200 MHz), SSTL/HSTL (5–350 MHz), differential (5–710 MHz) - eliminates need for external buffer or level translator |
| Output Format Flexibility | LVPECL/LVDS/HCSL/CMOS/SSTL/HSTL - allows direct interface to FPGAs (LVDS), CPUs (HCSL), switches (CMOS), and SerDes (LVPECL) |
| Supply Voltage | VDD = 1.71–3.63 V; VDDO = 1.4–3.63 V - supports mixed-voltage system designs without external LDOs |
| Operating Temperature | –40 to +85 °C - qualified for industrial and telecom line card environments without derating |
| Package | 24-pin QFN, 4 × 4 mm, 0.5 mm pitch - compatible with standard reflow profiles and high-density PCB layouts |
Pinout & Package
SI5338Q-B04074-GMR uses a 24-lead QFN package (4 × 4 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) with exposed thermal pad. Pin numbering follows top-view layout with Pin 1 at top-left corner (IN1).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| IN1, IN2, IN5, IN6 | Differential input pairs | Accept AC-coupled LVPECL/LVDS/CML references up to 710 MHz; internal 100 Ω termination enabled |
| IN3, IN4 | Single-ended inputs | Support CMOS/SSTL/HSTL references (5–350 MHz); VIH/VIL referenced to VDD |
| CLK0A/CLK0B to CLK3A/CLK3B | Differential output pairs | Four independent outputs; each pair configurable as LVPECL/LVDS/HCSL/CML with dedicated VDDO |
| VDDO0–VDDO3 | Output buffer supplies | Independent 1.4–3.63 V rails per output bank-enables mixed-signal SoC interfacing |
| VDD | Core supply | Single 1.8/2.5/3.3 V supply powers PLL, logic, and memory; PSRR optimized for noisy rail environments |
| SCL, SDA | I²C interface | SMBus-compatible 100/400 kHz bus; supports write-protection and register lock for production programming |
| INTR | Interrupt output | Open-drain status flag for loss-of-lock, loss-of-signal, or NVM error-connects directly to FPGA GPIO |
| RSVD_GND | Reserved ground | Internal no-connect; must be tied to GND for mechanical stability and thermal performance |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| MultiSynth™ fractional-N synthesis | Enables independent, any-frequency generation on all four outputs with 1 ppb resolution-eliminates need for multiple XO/VCXO parts |
| PCIe Gen 1–4 & SRNS compliance | Validated against PCIe Base Spec 4.0 for common clock and Gen 3 separate reference no spread (SRNS) modes-supports plug-and-play server/storage designs |
| Independent output voltage per driver | Each VDDO rail (VDDO0–VDDO3) sets output swing and logic threshold-allows simultaneous interfacing to 1.8 V FPGA banks and 3.3 V legacy peripherals |
| Glitchless frequency adjustment | 1 ppm step size with pin-controlled increment/decrement-enables dynamic clock scaling in real-time systems without cycle slips |
| Programmable phase offset | ±45 ns range in <20 ps steps-supports skew compensation across multi-lane SerDes interfaces (e.g., PCIe x16, 10G-KR) |
| Spread spectrum control | Configurable down-spread (0.5–5.0%) at 33–63 kHz on any output-reduces EMI peak emissions for FCC/CE certification |
Applications
| PCIe Gen 4 Server Backplane | Ethernet Switch Timing |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Providing synchronized 100 MHz common clock to CPU, GPU, and NVMe controllers on a dual-socket server motherboard with >30 cm trace lengths. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Quad-output clock generator delivering low-jitter, phase-aligned clocks with independent SSC control per slot to meet PCIe Gen 4 jitter budget. Use Value: Replaces four discrete HCSL oscillators; reduces BOM count, board area, and inter-clock skew to <100 ps across 16 lanes. |
Use Scenario: Generating 125 MHz (1 GbE), 156.25 MHz (10 GbE), and 312.5 MHz (25 GbE) clocks for multi-rate switch ASICs with shared reference architecture. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Any-frequency synthesizer producing exact IEEE 802.3-compliant rates from a single 25 MHz crystal. Use Value: Eliminates need for multiple crystals or external dividers; achieves <0.7 ps RMS jitter required for 25G KR FEC lock. |
| Broadcast Video Master Clock | FPGA-Based Test Equipment |
Use Scenario: Distributing frame-synchronized 27 MHz, 74.25 MHz, and 148.5 MHz clocks to SDI encoders, HDMI transmitters, and audio DACs in a 4K video processing chassis. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-phase-noise clock generator with independent output format selection (LVDS for SDI, CMOS for microcontrollers). Use Value: Meets SMPTE ST 2082 jitter mask (<0.2 UI) via 0.7 ps RMS performance; avoids costly oven-controlled oscillators. |
Use Scenario: Supplying precisely timed stimulus and capture clocks (100–500 MHz) to high-speed digital I/O banks on Xilinx Versal ACAPs during ATE pattern generation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Programmable jitter source with adjustable phase offset and frequency sweep for receiver stress testing. Use Value: Enables on-board clock perturbation without external signal generators; supports IEEE 1149.6 boundary scan at 500 MHz. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar quad-output clock generator applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Si5332A-D06181-GM | Higher integration: includes integrated crystal, lower jitter (0.35 ps RMS), but fixed 4-output configuration and no spread spectrum | Best for space-constrained, ultra-low-jitter applications where crystal integration simplifies layout-but lacks SSC for EMI reduction | Select when absolute jitter minimization is critical and EMI is managed elsewhere; not drop-in due to different pinout and no SSC registers |
| ICS853S01AGI-01LFT | Non-programmable, fixed-frequency (100/125/156.25 MHz), LVDS-only outputs, higher jitter (1.2 ps RMS), no I²C interface | Suitable only for static, single-rate systems like legacy Gigabit Ethernet PHYs-no frequency agility or multi-format support | Choose only for cost-sensitive, low-complexity designs with unchanging clock requirements; requires redesign for any frequency change |
Compared with Si5332A-D06181-GM and ICS853S01AGI-01LFT, SI5338Q-B04074-GMR uniquely balances field-programmability, multi-format flexibility, and PCIe Gen 4 compliance-making it optimal for evolving high-speed platforms requiring post-silicon clock tuning and mixed-voltage interoperability.
Availability
SI5338Q-B04074-GMR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for PCIe Gen 4 server backplanes, multi-rate Ethernet switching, and broadcast video master clocking requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and full programmability across production batches.
Supply support for SI5338Q-B04074-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 leader in analog semiconductors, specializing in RF, timing, and connectivity solutions for infrastructure, automotive, and industrial markets.
The Si5338 family was designed as a programmable, high-performance clock generator platform for systems demanding flexible, low-jitter timing-targeting PCIe, Ethernet, broadcast, and FPGA-based applications where discrete oscillator replacement and dynamic clock provisioning are essential.
FAQ
What is the maximum output frequency supported by SI5338Q-B04074-GMR?
The SI5338Q-B04074-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. Frequencies above 350 MHz are limited to two unique values simultaneously (Fvco/4 and Fvco/6) per the MultiSynth architecture-verified in Table 6 of the datasheet.
Does SI5338Q-B04074-GMR support PCIe Gen 4 Separate Reference No Spread (SRNS) mode?
Yes, SI5338Q-B04074-GMR is explicitly validated for PCIe Gen 3 SRNS and Gen 4 Common Clock compliance per PCI-SIG specifications. Its 0.11–0.45 ps RMS jitter (Table 12) meets Gen 4 SRNS requirements when configured with PLL bandwidth of 2–5 MHz and CDR = 10 MHz.
Can SI5338Q-B04074-GMR generate different output formats simultaneously?
Yes, SI5338Q-B04074-GMR supports mixed output formats: for example, CLK0A/B as LVDS (100 MHz), CLK1A/B as HCSL (100 MHz), CLK2A/B as CMOS (25 MHz), and CLK3A/B as SSTL (156.25 MHz)-each with independent VDDO supply and drive strength, as confirmed in Section 3.4 and Table 6.
What crystal frequencies are compatible with SI5338Q-B04074-GMR?
SI5338Q-B04074-GMR accepts crystals from 8 to 30 MHz, segmented into four ranges: 8–11 MHz, 11–19 MHz, 19–26 MHz, and 26–30 MHz. Load capacitance support is 11–13 pF (on-chip), with 17–19 pF recommended-detailed in Tables 8–11 of the datasheet.
How is SI5338Q-B04074-GMR programmed in-system?
SI5338Q-B04074-GMR is programmed via its I²C/SMBus-compatible interface (SCL/SDA pins) using Skyworks' ClockBuilder Pro software. Configuration can be stored in on-chip OTP NVM for power-on initialization, or loaded dynamically during operation-fully supported in the functional block diagram and Section 5 of the datasheet.
SI5338Q-B04074-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)
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