Skyworks Solutions Inc. SI5386A-E-GM

The SI5386A-E-GM from Skyworks Solutions is a high-performance Clock Multiplier and Jitter Attenuator featuring an integrated PLL. It provides 12 output circuits supporting CML, HCSL, LVCMOS, LVDS, and LVPECL logic levels, with frequencies up to 735MHz and 2.94912GHz. Accepting LVCMOS or crystal inputs, this device is ideal for telecom, networking, and industrial applications requiring precise, low-jitter timing. Housed in a 64-VFQFN package, it operates over -40°C to 85°C.

• High Channel Density: 12 independent output circuits reduce the need for multiple clock ICs, saving board space and cost.
• Versatile Output Compatibility: Supports CML, HCSL, LVCMOS, LVDS, and LVPECL, enabling direct interface with various logic families without level shifters.
• Superior Jitter Attenuation: Integrated PLL cleans noisy references, improving system bit-error-rate (BER) in high-speed data links.
• Wide Frequency Range: From low kHz to 2.94912GHz, covering diverse applications from audio to RF.
• Robust Temperature Range: -40°C to 85°C ensures reliable operation in harsh industrial environments.

Telecom Clock Distribution

With 12 output circuits and multiple output types (CML, HCSL, LVDS, LVPECL), the SI5386A can distribute clean, low-jitter clocks across telecom line cards, ensuring synchronization in base stations and switches.

Networking Timing

The jitter attenuator function cleans up noisy reference clocks from network processors, providing stable timing for Ethernet switches and routers operating at up to 2.94912GHz.

Processor Clock Generation

Generate multiple high-frequency clocks for CPUs, FPGAs, and ASICs from a single crystal input, reducing BOM count and board space while maintaining signal integrity.

Broadcast Video Synchronization

Use the LVCMOS and LVDS outputs to synchronize video processing chains, ensuring frame-accurate timing across multiple channels in broadcast equipment.

Industrial Automation Timing

In industrial controllers, the SI5386A provides precise, low-jitter clocks for high-speed data acquisition and real-time control loops, operating reliably from -40°C to 85°C.

5G and Wireless Infrastructure

Support multiple radio channels with synchronized clocks, leveraging the PLL and jitter attenuation to meet stringent phase noise requirements for 5G NR base stations.

Q: What type of device is the SI5386A-E-GM?

A: It is a Clock Multiplier and Jitter Attenuator from Skyworks Solutions Inc.

Q: Does the SI5386A-E-GM support PLL?

A: Yes, it includes a Phase-Locked Loop (PLL) for frequency synthesis and jitter cleanup.

Q: What are the input and output types?

A: Inputs support LVCMOS and Crystal. Outputs support CML, HCSL, LVCMOS, LVDS, and LVPECL.

Q: How many circuits does it have?

A: It has 12 circuits.

Q: What is the maximum frequency?

A: It supports up to 735MHz and 2.94912GHz depending on configuration.

Q: What is the supply voltage and package?

A: Operating temperature is -40°C to 85°C. Package is 64-VFQFN Exposed Pad.

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Q: What type of device is the SI5386A-E-GM?

A: It is a Clock Multiplier and Jitter Attenuator from Skyworks Solutions Inc.

Q: Does the SI5386A-E-GM support PLL?

A: Yes, it includes a Phase-Locked Loop (PLL) for frequency synthesis and jitter cleanup.

Q: What are the input and output types?

A: Inputs support LVCMOS and Crystal. Outputs support CML, HCSL, LVCMOS, LVDS, and LVPECL.

Q: How many circuits does it have?

A: It has 12 circuits.

Q: What is the maximum frequency?

A: It supports up to 735MHz and 2.94912GHz depending on configuration.

Q: What is the supply voltage and package?

A: Operating temperature is -40°C to 85°C. Package is 64-VFQFN Exposed Pad.