Microchip Technology SM844256KA
| Quantity | Unit Price | Total Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $94,999.99 | $94,999.99 |
| 15+ | $91,999.99 | $1,379,999.85 |
| 25+ | $89,999.99 | $2,249,999.75 |
| 50+ | $84,999.99 | $4,249,999.50 |
| 100+ | $74,999.99 | $7,499,999.00 |
| N+ | $15,000.00 | Price Inquiry |
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| Product attributes | Property Value |
| Manufacturer | Microchip Technology |
| Product Series | RotaryWave™ |
| Packaging | | |
| Type | Clock/Frequency Synthesizer, Fanout Distribution, Multiplexer |
| PLL | Yes with Bypass |
| Input | Crystal |
| Output | LVDS |
| Number of Circuits | 1 |
| Ratio - Input:Output | 1:6 |
| Differential - Input:Output | No/Yes |
| Frequency - Max | 625MHz |
| Divider/Multiplier | Yes/No |
| Voltage - Supply | 2.375V ~ 3.465V |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 85°C |
| Grade | - |
| Qualification | - |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Package / Case | 24-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width) Exposed Pad |
| Supplier Device Package | 24-TSSOP-EP |
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The Microchip SM844256KA is a highly integrated Clock/Frequency Synthesizer, Fanout Distribution, and Multiplexer. It features a PLL with bypass, accepts a crystal input, and provides LVDS outputs up to 625MHz. This versatile device is designed for complex timing applications in networking, telecom, and data center equipment.
- Multi-Function Integration: Combines synthesis, fanout, and mux functions, reducing component count and board space.
- PLL Bypass Capability: Offers flexibility for testing and system debug by allowing an external clock source.
- High-Frequency LVDS Outputs: Supports up to 625MHz, suitable for high-speed serial interfaces.
- Redundant Clock Support: The multiplexer enables seamless switching between clock sources for increased system reliability.
Multi-Function Clock Generation for Networking
The SM844256KA combines synthesis, fanout, and multiplexing in one device, making it ideal for generating and distributing multiple clock signals in networking equipment.
Redundant Clock Switching in Telecom
Use the multiplexer function to switch between primary and backup clock sources, ensuring high availability in telecom infrastructure.
High-Speed Clock Distribution for Data Centers
With 625MHz LVDS outputs, this device can distribute low-jitter clocks to multiple ASICs, FPGAs, and processors in data center switches and servers.
PLL Bypass for System Testing
The PLL bypass feature allows engineers to inject an external clock directly for testing and validation, simplifying system bring-up and debug.
Optical Transport Network Timing
Generate and distribute precise clocks for OTN framers and mappers, ensuring reliable data transmission over long-haul optical links.
- Q: What type of device is the SM844256KA?
- A: The SM844256KA is a Clock/Frequency Synthesizer, Fanout Distribution, and Multiplexer from Microchip Technology.
- Q: Does it include a PLL?
- A: Yes, it includes a PLL with bypass capability.
- Q: What are the input and output types?
- A: It accepts a Crystal input and provides LVDS output.
- Q: How many circuits and what is the maximum frequency?
- A: It has 1 circuit and supports a maximum frequency of 625MHz.
- Q: What is the operating temperature range?
- A: It operates from -40°C to 85°C.
- Q: What is the package type?
- A: It comes in a 24-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width) Exposed Pad package.
- Q: What type of device is the SM844256KA?
- A: The SM844256KA is a Clock/Frequency Synthesizer, Fanout Distribution, and Multiplexer from Microchip Technology.
- Q: Does it include a PLL?
- A: Yes, it includes a PLL with bypass capability.
- Q: What are the input and output types?
- A: It accepts a Crystal input and provides LVDS output.
- Q: How many circuits and what is the maximum frequency?
- A: It has 1 circuit and supports a maximum frequency of 625MHz.
- Q: What is the operating temperature range?
- A: It operates from -40°C to 85°C.
- Q: What is the package type?
- A: It comes in a 24-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width) Exposed Pad package.

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