The ICS8304AMILF is a low skew, 1-to-4 Differential-to-LVCMOS/LVTTL Fanout Buffer from IDT (Integrated Device Technology, now part of Renesas). This buffer is designed for clock distribution applications requiring high performance and low skew.

Applications

• Clock Distribution
• Networking Equipment
• Telecommunications Systems
• Data Centers
• Server Motherboards

Features

• 1-to-4 Fanout Buffer
• Differential Input (LVPECL, LVDS, HCSL)
• LVCMOS/LVTTL Outputs
• Low Skew
• Low Jitter
• Operating Voltage: 3.3V

Benefits

• Distributes clock signals to multiple destinations with minimal skew
• Supports various differential input standards
• Compatible with standard LVCMOS/LVTTL logic levels
• Maintains signal integrity with low jitter performance
• Simplifies clock tree design
• Reduces timing uncertainty in high-speed systems

Technical Specifications

The ICS8304AMILF accepts differential clock inputs, such as LVPECL, LVDS, or HCSL, and provides four LVCMOS/LVTTL outputs. It operates at 3.3V. It is characterized by very low output skew, typically less than 50ps, and low additive jitter. The maximum operating frequency is typically in the range of 200MHz to 250MHz. The package is usually a small outline package such as SOIC or TSSOP. The specific frequency range, skew values, and jitter performance are detailed in the official Renesas (formerly IDT) datasheet.