The HC-46X is a miniature low-profile through-hole quartz crystal designed to reduce footprint by 50% compared to the HC-49USX. It operates in fundamental mode with a frequency range of 12.000 to 40.000 MHz, has a shunt capacitance of 7 pF, and supports load capacitances of 10 or 20 pF. Maximum equivalent series resistance is 60 Ω for 12.000-15.999 MHz, 50 Ω for 16.000-29.999 MHz, and 40 Ω for 30.000-40.000 MHz. Frequency tolerance at +25°C is ±30 ppm, and stability over −10 to +70°C is ±50 ppm. Drive level is 100 μW, with operating temperature range −10 to +70°C and storage temperature range −40 to +85°C. It is RoHS compliant, has a solder peak temperature limit of +260°C for 10 seconds max over two cycles, and is MSL 1 with Sn/Cu matte lead finish. Aging is ±5 ppm over the first year at +25°C.
Despite the rise in popularity of surface mount technology (SMT) in passive components, through hole packaging has remained an industry staple for eight decades for a reason. The simplicity and efficacy of this technology, along with its ability to be incorporated into a vast array of designs, make it an excellent choice for many different applications.
Crystals with through hole packing are ideal for larger components that will undergo a significant amount of mechanical stress, high voltage, and/or high power. This is because through hole soldering results in a stronger bond between the passive components and the circuit board. Example applications include transformers, connectors, semiconductors and electrolytic capacitors.
Other advantages to using through hole-mounted components include the compact design to decrease the component’s footprint on the circuit board, exceptional shock and vibration resistance, low frequencies and options for industrial temperature ranges and excellent aging and component longevity and durability.
| ECS Inc. International | |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Crystals |
| Product Number | HC-46X |
| Product Name | Through Hole Crystals |
| Package / Form Factor | Through Hole Crystals |
