MAX9321AEKA

Clock Buffers, Drivers Overview

The MAX9321AEKA is a low-skew differential receiver/driver designed for clock and data distribution applications. It supports differential HSTL, LVPECL, and LVECL operation with supply voltages ranging from ±2.25V to ±3.8V. The device features a propagation delay of 172ps and part-to-part skew of 20ps. It operates on a single supply current of 17mA and supports frequencies up to 3GHz. The component is housed in an SOT-23-8 package and functions within an operating temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.

Clock Buffers, Drivers Feature Summary

• Low 17mA supply current consumption
• 20ps part-to-part skew for precision timing
• Supports HSTL, LVPECL, and LVECL standards
• On-chip reference voltage for single-ended input adaptation

Clock Buffers, Drivers Applications

• Precision clock buffers
• Low-jitter data repeaters
• Clock and data distribution systems

Clock Buffers, Drivers Part Context

The MAX9321AEKA belongs to the MAX9321 family of differential receiver/drivers. It serves as an improved second source for the MC10LVEP16. The device integrates ESD protection exceeding 2kV (Human Body Model) and ensures output low state for open inputs, enhancing reliability in high-speed digital environments.

Clock Buffers, Drivers Replacement Considerations

The MAX9321B is listed as a similar component within the same product family, offering differential PECL/ECL/LVPECL/LVECL capabilities.