ON Semiconductor MC100LVEL39DWR2 - Low Voltage ECL ÷4, ÷5 Clock Generation Chip

The MC100LVEL39DWR2 is a high-performance, low-voltage clock generation integrated circuit manufactured by ON Semiconductor. Designed to meet the stringent requirements of high-speed communication and computing applications, this device is part of ON Semiconductor's ECLinPS Lite™ family, which is renowned for its low power consumption and high-speed operation.

This versatile chip offers both divide-by-four (÷4) and divide-by-five (÷5) configurations, making it an excellent choice for generating various clock signals required in complex systems. The MC100LVEL39DWR2 operates with a nominal voltage of 3.3V and features fully differential clock paths to minimize skew and provide reliable clock distribution.

Key features of the MC100LVEL39DWR2 include:

• 350ps Typical Propagation Delay
• High Frequency Operation (>2.5 GHz)
• Differential ECL PECL Outputs
• Internal Input Pulldown Resistors
• Operating Range: VCC = 3.0V to 3.8V with VEE = 0V
• SOIC-20 Wide Body Package for Enhanced Thermal Performance

With its precise timing characteristics and low skew, the MC100LVEL39DWR2 is particularly suited for clock distribution in systems that cannot tolerate timing discrepancies, such as high-speed ADCs, DACs, and SERDES interfaces. Its differential ECL/PECL outputs can directly drive transmission lines, providing robust signal integrity even in noisy environments.

The device is housed in a 20-lead SOIC wide body package, which ensures enhanced thermal performance and makes it suitable for surface mount technology (SMT) assembly processes. The MC100LVEL39DWR2 also includes internal input pulldown resistors, which simplify the design by eliminating the need for external biasing components.

Whether it's for telecommunications, networking, data storage, or computing applications, the MC100LVEL39DWR2 from ON Semiconductor represents a reliable and efficient solution for clock generation and distribution, ensuring system stability and performance in a variety of demanding scenarios.