ECS-3X8,2X6,1X5 32.768 KHz tuning fork crystals are used as a clock source in communication equipment, measuring instruments, microprocessors and other time management applications. Their low power consumption makes these crystals ideal for portable equipment.
This document provides technical specifications for ECS tuning fork type crystals operating at 32.768 KHz. These components are designed for use as a clock source in communication equipment, measuring instruments, microprocessors, and other time management applications where low power consumption is required.
The datasheet details electrical characteristics including frequency tolerance, load capacitance options (12.5 pF or 8.0 pF), drive levels, and temperature coefficients for three specific package types: ECS-3X8, ECS-2X6, and ECS-1X5.
| Nominal Frequency (Fo) | 32.768 KHz |
|---|---|
| Frequency Tolerance | +/- 20 PPM |
| Resistance at Series Resonance (ECS-3X8) | 36 KQ max. |
| Operating Temperature Range | -10~+60 C |
The available package types correspond to part numbers ECS-3X8, ECS-2X6, and ECS-1X5.
The datasheet recommends a low drive level with a maximum of 1 uW to prevent irregular oscillation.