
Clock/Timing - Clock Buffers, Drivers
Clock/Timing - Clock Buffers, Drivers: Precision Signal Distribution for Integrated Circuits
Definition:
Clock Buffers and Drivers are specialized Integrated Circuits (ICs) designed to ensure accurate and stable clock signal distribution across electronic systems. These components amplify, buffer, or split clock signals while minimizing jitter, skew, and signal degradation, critical for synchronizing high-speed digital circuits.
Product Types:
This category includes:
1. Clock Buffers: Fanout buffers that replicate a reference clock signal to multiple destinations with low phase noise.
2. Clock Drivers: Amplify signals to drive long traces or high-capacitance loads while maintaining signal integrity.
3. Zero-Delay Buffers (ZDB): Align output clocks with the input source to eliminate propagation delay.
4. Programmable Clock Generators: Combine buffering with frequency synthesis for flexible system timing.
Selection Guidance:
When choosing Clock Buffers/Drivers:
- Frequency Range: Match the IC s operating speed (e.g., MHz for consumer devices, GHz for 5G/FPGAs).
- Output Channels: Select fanout count (e.g., 1:4, 1:10) based on system complexity.
- Jitter Performance: Opt for sub-picosecond jitter for precision applications like data centers.
- Package & Power: Consider space-constrained (QFN) or power-sensitive (HCSL/LVDS) designs.
Ideal for applications requiring strict timing such as servers, telecom, and IoT these ICs enhance system reliability while simplifying PCB layout. Partner with trusted suppliers to balance performance, cost, and scalability.
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IC CLOCK BUFFER 1:2 16SMT
ADN4670BCPZ-REEL7
IC CLK BUF 2:10 1.1GHZ 32LFCSP
PI6C49X0204B-AWEX
LOW SKEW, LVTTL FANOUT BUFFER
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IC CLK BUFFER 1:9 28PLCC
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IC CLK BUFFER 2:4 1.25GHZ 16SOIC
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NB7V33 - CLOCK DIVIDER, ÷
2309NZ-1HPGGI8
IC CLK BUF 1:9 133.33MHZ 16TSSOP
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IC CLOCK BUFFER 1:5 20SSOP
MC10E111FNR2G
IC CLK BUFFER 1:9 800MHZ 28PLCC
SY100EL15LZG-TR
IC CLK BUFFER 2:4 16SOIC
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IC CLK BUFFER 1:1 3GHZ 8MLF
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IC CLK BUFFER 1:12 250MHZ 32LQFP
CY29947AXCT
IC CLK BUFFER 2:9 200MHZ 32TQFP
SI53354A-D01AM
AUTO 2-IN MUX4-OUT BUFFER
CY2CC810OXI
IC CLK BUFFER 1:10 650MHZ 20SSOP
PI49FCT3807DHEX
IC CLK BUFFER 1:10 156MHZ 20SSOP
CDC328ADR
IC CLK BUFFER 1:6 100MHZ 16SOIC
MC100LVE310FNR2G
IC CLK BUFFER 2:8 1GHZ 28PLCC
HMC724LC3
IC CLK BUFFER 1:2 14GHZ 16SMD
MAX9320EUA+
IC CLK BUFFER 2:2 3GHZ 8UMAX