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Quartz Oscillators, Resonators
Quartz Crystal Oscillator
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Experience Precision and Reliability with Quartz Oscillators at Electrónica Embajadores
Quartz Crystal Oscillators: Precision and Stability for Your Electronic Projects
What is a Quartz Crystal Oscillator?
A quartz crystal oscillator is an electronic component that uses the mechanical resonance of a vibrating quartz crystal to generate an electrical signal with a precise frequency. This frequency is commonly used for controlling time, as in quartz clocks, providing a stable clock signal for digital integrated circuits, and stabilising frequencies in radio transmitters and receivers.
Applications of Quartz Crystal Oscillators
Quartz crystal oscillators are utilised in a wide range of electronic applications, including:
Quartz clocks: Generating regular pulses for timekeeping.
Communication devices: Stabilising frequencies in radio transmitters and receivers.
Measurement equipment: Providing reference signals for oscilloscopes and signal generators.
Microprocessors: Generating clock signals for synchronising operations.
Advantages of Quartz Crystal Oscillators
Quartz crystal oscillators offer several advantages, such as:
High precision: Ability to maintain a stable frequency with minimal variation.
Long-term stability: Low aging and frequency drift over time.
Resistance to environmental conditions: Reliable operation over a wide temperature range.
Compact size: Small form factor suitable for integration into portable devices.
Types of Quartz Crystal Oscillators Available
At Electrónica Embajadores, we offer a variety of quartz crystal oscillators to meet diverse needs:
Crystal oscillators: Utilise a quartz crystal as a resonator to generate the frequency signal.
Temperature-compensated crystal oscillators (TCXO): Incorporate temperature compensation to improve frequency stability.
Voltage-controlled crystal oscillators (VCXO): Allow frequency adjustment via an external voltage signal.
Frequency reference oscillators: Provide a precise frequency signal for calibrating other equipment.
Choosing the Right Quartz Crystal Oscillator
When selecting a quartz crystal oscillator, it's important to consider the following factors:
Operating frequency: Ensure the oscillator's frequency matches your application's requirements.
Frequency stability: Consider the oscillator's stability over temperature and time.
Power consumption: Evaluate the oscillator's power consumption, especially for battery-powered applications.
Size and package type: Verify that the oscillator's size and package type are suitable for your design.
