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SI5351A/B/C

I2C-Programmable Any-Frequency CMOS Clock Generator + VCXO

The SI5351A/B/C is a i2c-programmable any-frequency cmos clock generator + vcxo from Skyworks Solutions Inc.. View the full SI5351A/B/C datasheet below including key specifications, electrical characteristics, absolute maximum ratings.

SI5351A/B/C shares its datasheet with SI5351, whose page lists every part number it covers.

Official SI5351A/B/C datasheet (PDF) — the source this page was extracted from.

SI5351A/B/C Key Specifications

ParameterValue
Power-Up Time1 ms typ, 10 ms max
Crystal Reference25 or 27 MHz
Number Of Outputs3 (10-MSOP) or 8 (24-QSOP, 20-QFN)
Power Down Current20 µA max
VCXO Gain (Si5351B)18 to 150 ppm/V
Output Period Jitter100 ps pp
Output Frequency Range8 kHz to 160 MHz
Communication InterfaceI2C
Output Phase Offset Step333 ps/step
Core Supply Voltage (VDD)2.25V to 2.75V or 3.0V to 3.6V
Frequency Synthesis Error0 ppm
VCXO Pull Range (Si5351B)±30 to ±240 ppm
Operating Temperature Range-40°C to 85°C
Spread Spectrum Modulation Rate30 kHz to 33 kHz
Output Buffer Supply Voltage (VDDO)1.71V to 1.89V, 2.25V to 2.75V, or 3.0V to 3.6V
Core Supply Current (3 Outputs Enabled)22 mA typ, 35 mA max
Core Supply Current (8 Outputs Enabled)27 mA typ, 45 mA max
Output Buffer Supply Current (Per Output)2.2 mA typ, 5 mA max (CL = 5 pF)

SI5351A/B/C Overview

Part: Si5351A/B/C — Silicon Labs Type: I2C-Programmable Any-Frequency CMOS Clock Generator + VCXO

Description: The Si5351 is an I2C configurable clock generator capable of generating up to 8 non-integer-related frequencies from 8 kHz to 160 MHz with 0 ppm error, using a PLL/VCXO + high resolution MultiSynth fractional divider architecture.

Operating Conditions:

  • Supply voltage (VDD): 2.25–3.6 V
  • Output buffer voltage (VDDOx): 1.71–3.6 V
  • Operating temperature: -40 to 85 °C
  • CLKIN frequency range: 10–100 MHz
  • Output frequency range: 0.008–160 MHz

Absolute Maximum Ratings:

  • Max supply voltage (VDD): 3.8 V
  • Max input voltage (CLKIN, SCL, SDA): 3.8 V
  • Max junction temperature: 150 °C

Key Specs:

  • Core supply current (3 outputs enabled): 22 mA (typ)
  • Core supply current (8 outputs enabled): 27 mA (typ)
  • Core supply current (Power Down): 20 μA (max)
  • Output buffer supply current (per output, CL=5 pF): 2.2 mA (typ)
  • Output period jitter: 100 ps pk-pk (max)
  • RMS phase jitter (12 kHz-20 MHz): 11 ps rms (max)
  • I2C standard mode speed: 100 kbps
  • I2C fast mode speed: 400 kbps

Features:

  • Generates up to 8 non-integer-related frequencies from 8 kHz to 160 MHz
  • I2C user definable configuration
  • Exact frequency synthesis at each output (0 ppm error)
  • Highly linear VCXO (Si5351B only)
  • Optional clock input (CLKIN)
  • Low output period jitter: 100 ps pp
  • Glitchless frequency changes
  • Separate voltage supply pins: Core VDD (2.5 or 3.3 V), Output VDDO (1.8, 2.5, or 3.3 V)
  • Configurable spread spectrum selectable at each output
  • Operates from a low-cost, fixed frequency crystal: 25 or 27 MHz
  • Supports static phase offset
  • Programmable rise/fall time control

Applications:

  • HDTV, DVD/Blu-ray, set-top box
  • Audio/video equipment, gaming
  • Printers, scanners, projectors
  • Residential gateways
  • Networking/communication
  • Servers, storage
  • XO replacement

Package:

  • 10-MSOP (3 outputs)
  • 24-QSOP (8 outputs)
  • 20-QFN (4x4 mm) (8 outputs)

SI5351A/B/C Features

  • Generates up to 8 non-integer-related frequencies from 8 kHz to 160 MHz
  • I 2 C user definable configuration
  • Exact frequency synthesis at each output (0 ppm error)
  • Highly linear VCXO
  • Optional clock input (CLKIN)
  • Low output period jitter: 100 ps pp
  • Glitchless frequency changes
  • Separate voltage supply pins:
  • Core VDD: 2.5 or 3.3 V
  • Output VDDO: 1.8, 2.5, or 3.3 V
  • Excellent PSRR eliminates external power supply filtering
  • Very low power consumption
  • Adjustable output-output delay
  • Configurable spread spectrum selectable at each output
  • Available in 3 packages types:
  • 10-MSOP: 3 outputs
  • Operates from a low-cost, fixed frequency crystal: 25 or 27 MHz
  • 24-QSOP: 8 outputs
  • 20-QFN (4x4 mm): 8 outputs
  • Supports static phase offset
  • Programmable rise/fall time control

SI5351A/B/C Applications

  • HDTV, DVD/Blu-ray, set-top box
  • Audio/video equipment, gaming
  • Printers, scanners, projectors

SI5351A/B/C Pin Configuration

Table 10. Si5351A Pin Descriptions

Table 10. Si5351A Pin Descriptions

Pin NamePin NumberPin NumberPin Type*Function
Pin Name20-QFN24-QSOPPin Type*Function
XA16IInput pin for external crystal.
XB27IInput pin for external crystal.
CLK01321OOutput clock 0.
CLK11220OOutput clock 1.
CLK2915OOutput clock 2.
CLK3814OOutput clock 3.
CLK4193OOutput clock 4.
CLK5171OOutput clock 5.
CLK61624OOutput clock 6.
CLK71523OOutput clock 7.
A039II 2 C address bit.
SCL410II 2 C bus serial clock input. Pull-up to VDD core with 1 k
SDA511I/OI 2 C bus serial data input. Pull-up to VDD core with 1 k
SSEN612ISpread spectrum enable. High = enabled, Low = disabled.
OEB713IOutput driver enable. Low = enabled, High = disabled.
VDD204PCore voltage supply pin. See 6.2.
VDDOA1118POutput voltage supply pin for CLK0 and CLK1. See 6.2.
VDDOB1016POutput voltage supply pin for CLK2 and CLK3. See 6.2.
VDDOC182POutput voltage supply pin for CLK4 and CLK5. See 6.2.
VDDOD1422POutput voltage supply pin for CLK6 and CLK7. See 6.2.
GNDCenter Pad5, 8, 17, 19PGround. Use multiple vias to ensure a solid path to GND.

SI5351A/B/C Electrical Characteristics

Table 1. Recommended Operating Conditions

ParameterSymbolTest ConditionMinTypMaxUnit
Ambient TemperatureT A-402585°C
Core Supply VoltageV DD33.33.6V
Core Supply Voltage2.252.52.75V
Output Buffer VoltageV DDOx1.711.81.89V
Output Buffer Voltage2.252.52.75V
Output Buffer Voltage33.33.6V

Notes: All minimum and maximum specifications are guaranteed and apply across the recommended operating conditions. Typical values apply at nominal supply voltages and an operating temperature of 25 °C unless otherwise noted. VDD and VDDOx can be operated at independent voltages.

Power supply sequencing for VDD and VDDOx requires that both voltage rails are powered at the same time.

SI5351A/B/C Absolute Maximum Ratings

ParameterSymbolTest ConditionValueUnit
DC Supply VoltageV DD_max-0.5 to 3.8V
Input VoltageV IN_CLKINCLKIN, SCL, SDA-0.5 to 3.8V
Input VoltageV IN_VCVC-0.5 to (VDD+0.3)V
Input VoltageV IN_XA/BPins XA, XB-0.5 to 1.3 VV
Junction TemperatureT J-55 to 150°C
Soldering Temperature (Pb-free profile) 2T PEAK260°C
Soldering Temperature Time at TPEAK (Pb-free profile) 2T P20-40Sec
  1. Permanent device damage may occur if the absolute maximum ratings are exceeded. Functional operation should be restricted to the conditions as specified in the operational sections of this data sheet. Exposure to absolute maximum rating conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability.
  2. The device is compliant with JEDEC J-STD-020.

SI5351A/B/C Package Information

Table 14. 24-QSOP Package Dimensions

Table 14. 24-QSOP Package Dimensions

DimensionMinNomMax
A--1.75
A10.10-0.25
b0.19-0.30
c0.15-0.25
D8.558.658.75
E6.00 BSC6.00 BSC6.00 BSC
E13.813.903.99
e0.635 BSC0.635 BSC0.635 BSC
L0.40-1.27
L20.25 BSC0.25 BSC0.25 BSC
q0-8
aaa0.100.100.10
bbb0.170.170.17
ccc0.100.100.10
  1. All dimensions shown are in millimeters (mm) unless otherwise noted.
  2. Dimensioning and Tolerancing per ANSI Y14.5M-1994.
  3. This drawing conforms to the JEDEC Solid State Outline MO-137, Variation C
  4. Recommended card reflow profile is per the JEDEC/IPC J-STD-020 specification for Small Body Components.

Variants on the same datasheet

These parts have exact links to the same datasheet. They are candidates to compare, not verified drop-in replacements; check package, pinout and electrical limits.

Part NumberManufacturerPackage
SI5351Skyworks Solutions—
SI5351ASkyworks Solutions—
SI5351A-B-GUSilicon Labs—
SI5351A/CSilicon Labs—
SI5351BSkyworks Solutions—
SI5351CSkyworks Solutions—

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