The IDT8535AG-01LF is a high-performance, low-skew, zero delay buffer from Renesas Electronics (formerly IDT). It is designed to precisely replicate a clock signal while minimizing skew and delay, making it suitable for demanding timing applications.

Applications

• Clock distribution in servers and workstations
• Networking equipment (routers, switches)
• Telecommunications infrastructure
• High-speed data acquisition systems
• Test and measurement equipment

Features

• Zero delay
• Low skew outputs
• High fanout
• Operates from a 3.3V or 2.5V power supply
• LVCMOS outputs
• Available in a TSSOP package

Benefits

• Ensures accurate clock timing, improving overall system performance.
• Minimizes timing differences between clock outputs, enhancing signal integrity.
• Drives multiple loads simultaneously, simplifying clock distribution design.
• Provides flexibility in power supply voltage.
• Offers compatibility with standard logic levels.
• Small package size allows for efficient board layout.

Technical Specifications

The IDT8535AG-01LF zero delay buffer typically exhibits the following specifications:

• Supply Voltage: 3.3V or 2.5V
• Output Skew: Typically less than 50ps
• Output Jitter: Low picosecond range
• Number of Outputs: Specified in the datasheet (likely multiple, e.g., 8, 16)
• Operating Temperature: Industrial temperature range (e.g., -40°C to +85°C)
• Package Type: TSSOP (Thin Shrink Small Outline Package)

This zero delay buffer is often chosen for its combination of high performance, low power consumption, and small package size. It is a critical component in systems where accurate and reliable clock distribution is essential.