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ASEM1-16.000MHZ-LC-T

ASEM1-16.000MHZ-LC-T

ABRACON
MEMS Oscillators 16.0 MHZ 3.3V 50PPM -40+85C
NRND9,201 in stock

Overview

The ASEM1-16.000MHZ-LC-T is a 16 MHz CMOS output MEMS oscillator housed in a compact 3.2 x 2.5 mm QFN package. It provides a stable clock source for embedded systems requiring high shock and vibration resistance compared to traditional quartz-based resonators. This specific variant operates at 3.3V and supports a power-saving standby function to reduce current consumption in battery-powered applications.

Why Choose This Part

As a MEMS-based device, it offers superior reliability and durability over quartz crystals, boasting an MTBF significantly higher than mechanical resonators. The 3.3V CMOS output ensures direct compatibility with standard digital logic while the 50ppm stability provides sufficient accuracy for most general-purpose timing needs across a wide -40 to +85C temperature range.

Applications

Microcontroller Clocking
Providing a reliable 16 MHz external clock source for generic MCUs and SoCs in industrial or consumer electronics.
High-Vibration Environments
Utilizing MEMS technology to maintain frequency stability in equipment subject to mechanical stress or heavy vibrations.
Battery-Powered Devices
Leveraging the integrated standby function to shut down the oscillator and preserve power during system sleep modes.
Compact Industrial Modules
Implementing timing in space-constrained layouts thanks to the low-profile 0.85 mm package height.

Key Specifications

Type XO (Standard)
Output CMOS
Function Standby (Power Down)
Frequency 16 MHz
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Base Resonator MEMS
Package / Case 4-SMD, No Lead
Size / Dimension 0.126" L x 0.098" W (3.20mm x 2.50mm)
Voltage - Supply 3.3V
Frequency Stability +/-50ppm
Height - Seated (Max) 0.035" (0.90mm)
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC
Current - Supply (Max) 15mA
Supplier Device Package 4-SMD (3.2x2.5)

Getting Started

Integrate this oscillator by providing a stable 3.3V supply and connecting the CMOS output directly to your MCU's XTAL1 or CLKIN pin. Ensure the standby pin (Pin 1) is pulled high for normal operation or driven low to enter power-down mode. Use a 0.1uF bypass capacitor placed as close as possible to the VDD pin to minimize power supply noise.

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