Introducing the DC851A-O Demonstration Board from Linear Technology

The DC851A-O is a high-performance demonstration board from Linear Technology, a leader in analog integrated circuits and power management technology. This board is specifically designed to showcase the capabilities of the LTC® 6957, a low phase noise, high-frequency clock divider, distributor, and delay generator chip that is perfect for applications requiring precise timing and synchronization.

At the heart of the DC851A-O is the LTC6957-3, which is part of a family of fully differential clock dividers, ensuring that users can achieve the highest signal integrity with minimal jitter. The LTC6957-3 provides a divide-by-8 functionality, but other members of the family offer different division ratios, making them adaptable to a variety of system requirements.

The demonstration board is equipped with a clean layout and high-quality components, which are essential for maintaining signal integrity at high frequencies. It features SMA connectors for both input and output, facilitating easy connection to test equipment or other circuitry. The board also includes bypass capacitors and termination resistors to optimize the performance of the LTC6957-3 chip.

Key features of the DC851A-O include:

• Low additive phase noise floor of -163dBc/Hz, which is critical for high-performance applications.
• High input frequency range up to 1.4GHz, allowing for versatile use in various systems.
• Programmable output delay range from 0 to 63 steps, with each step being 25ps, giving users fine control over timing adjustments.
• Three-state input for output disable, enabling users to manage the power-down and enable states easily.
• 50Ω on-chip termination, providing compatibility with standard impedance systems and reducing the need for external components.

The DC851A-O is an ideal solution for system designers and engineers looking for a reliable and precise clock distribution and timing solution. Whether you're working on data communication, test and measurement, or any other system that requires a clean and stable clock signal, the DC851A-O demonstration board is an excellent tool for evaluating the LTC6957-3's performance in real-world conditions.

With its robust design and versatile features, the DC851A-O from Linear Technology is sure to meet the needs of your most demanding applications, ensuring accurate timing and synchronization across your entire system.