Part Number: LMK1C1104
Other Parts Discussed in Thread: LMV112, CDC328A
Hi,
We are using four MCUs on a power controller board.
Currently, each MCU has its own 8MHz crystal resonator, but we have an issue with clock frequency mismatch between the individual crystals.
To solve this, we are considering using one 8MHz clock source and distributing it to all four MCUs.
Our conditions are as follows:
- Clock frequency: 8MHz
- Number of MCUs: 4
- Preferred clock format: CMOS / LVCMOS
- System supply rail: 5V
- Output-to-output skew: not mandatory, but lower skew is preferred
We think LMK1C1104 may be a possible candidate because it is a 1:4 LVCMOS clock buffer.
We understand that LMK1C1104 supports 1.8V / 2.5V / 3.3V operation and has 25ps output skew.
Could you please confirm the following points?
- Is LMK1C1104 the recommended TI device for this application?
- Although our system is based on a 5V rail, if the MCU clock inputs can accept a 3.3V LVCMOS level, is it acceptable to use LMK1C1104 with a 3.3V supply?
- If a 5V CMOS clock level is mandatory, does TI have a recommended 5V-capable clock buffer or an alternative solution?
Thanks,
Conor