Product Overview: AD9518-3BCPZ Clock Distribution IC

The AD9518-3BCPZ from Analog Devices Inc. is a highly integrated clock distribution IC, designed to provide a multi-output clock distribution function with a low jitter and phase noise performance, making it an ideal solution for telecommunications, data communications, and aerospace applications. This device is part of the AD9518 series, which is well-known for its reliability and precision in clock distribution.

Key Features

• Multiple Outputs: The AD9518-3BCPZ provides six LVPECL outputs, which are divided into three pairs, each with programmable dividers, allowing for a variety of output frequency configurations.
• Low Jitter Performance: With its exceptional low jitter performance, this IC ensures high-quality signal integrity, which is crucial for high-speed communication systems.
• Integrated PLL: The device features an integrated phase-locked loop (PLL) with an onboard VCO, supporting input frequencies ranging from 1.5 GHz to 1.6 GHz.
• Flexible Reference Input: It accepts a wide range of reference inputs from 10 MHz to 250 MHz, providing versatility in clock generation.
• Programmable: Users can program the output frequency, phase, and amplitude via a serial interface, offering customization to meet specific design requirements.

Applications

The AD9518-3BCPZ is suited for various applications, including:

• Wireline and wireless infrastructure
• Networking equipment such as routers and switches
• Clock generation for ADCs, DACs, and other mixed-signal ICs
• Industrial and medical equipment
• Satellite and space applications

Product Specifications

The AD9518-3BCPZ comes in a compact 48-lead LFCSP (7x7mm) package, designed for surface mounting on a variety of PCBs. It operates over an industrial temperature range of -40°C to +85°C, ensuring reliable performance in diverse environmental conditions. The device requires a single 3.3V power supply for operation.

Ordering Information

For ordering, the part number AD9518-3BCPZ should be used to refer to this specific model of the AD9518 series. The product is available through Analog Devices' distribution network, ensuring easy accessibility for designers and manufacturers.