This article examines the challenge of OCXO (Oven-Controlled Crystal Oscillator) warm-up time in aerospace applications, where a delay of 1 to 15 minutes can jeopardize missions requiring immediate, precise timing for navigation and communication. It then highlights a key innovation: advanced MEMS-b... read more

This article explores how the extended warm-up time of Oven-Controlled Crystal Oscillators (OCXOs) impacts their reliability in critical, time-sensitive applications. While OCXOs offer exceptional frequency stability after stabilization, their 1 to 15-minute warm-up period can be a significant liabi... read more

This article compares the warm-up performance of Oven-Controlled Crystal Oscillators (OCXOs) and Temperature-Compensated Crystal Oscillators (TCXOs). It explains that OCXOs have a significantly longer warm-up time, typically 2 to 15 minutes, due to the power-intensive process of heating an internal ... read more

This article examines how the extended warm-up time of Oven-Controlled Crystal Oscillators (OCXOs) impacts their suitability for modern mobile devices. Unlike Temperature-Compensated Crystal Oscillators (TCXOs) that stabilize almost instantly, OCXOs can require 1 to 15 minutes to reach a stable oper... read more

OCXOs (Oven-Controlled Crystal Oscillators) are fundamental to 5G network performance, acting as the heart of its timing system. Their exceptional low phase noise is critical for ensuring clear signal integrity in high-frequency mmWave transmissions, enhancing spectral efficiency for greater data ca... read more

This article details why the DEI TCXO1490BM-STR3-122.88MHz-A is an ideal oscillator for generating the critical SYSREF signal in high-performance systems. It explains how the TCXO's exceptional ±0.28 PPM stability, standard 122.88MHz frequency, and robust design ensure perfect synchronization in JES... read more

This article explains that an OCXO's internal oven temperature is set near the quartz crystal's turnover point—where its sensitivity to temperature is minimal—and slightly above the maximum ambient temperature. This strategy creates a stable thermal environment, effectively isolating the crystal fro... read more

This technical note details the standard temperature set point for an OCXO's internal oven, typically between 75°C and 85°C. This is set approximately 10°C above the upper ambient operating limit to guarantee a stable environment for the crystal, ensuring exceptional frequency stability. The article... read more

This article explains why compact, high-stability oscillators are essential for reliable satellite communications. It highlights the DEI TCXO3225S, detailing how its key specifications—including exceptional frequency stability (±0.2ppm), superb phase noise (-148dBc/Hz @10kHz), low power consumption,... read more

This article details why ultra-stable oscillators like the DOCXO3627BM are indispensable for the safe operation of unmanned vehicle fleets. It explains how precise timing is the foundation for critical functions like real-time location tracking, synchronized communication, and collision avoidance. T... read more