MEMS oscillators 101

摘要

MEMS oscillators, resonators, and clock products are a new, fast-growing timing market segment. These products are replacing traditional quartz and clock chips by combining both functions into a single IC. In addition, MEMS products are smaller than quartz devices at similar prices, offer great reliability, and are extremely tough with the highest performance ratings for shock and vibration. The list of new capabilities continues to grow with each month. For example, MEMS oscillators now claim the title to the world's smallest high-Q oscillators, world's toughest high-Q oscillators, and world's smallest programmable oscillators-all at competitive prices.