
USERS MANUAL
NR2110-R/O/G
REVISION
B
DATE
120120
Page #:
30 of 47
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The TCXO implementation results in a temperature-stable reference in the single
digit parts per million. An OCXO device affords a reference that is almost two
orders of magnitude more stable than the TCXO.
Comparison of an AT versus a SC cut crystal
Over a broad temperature range, an AT performs very well and much easier to
compensate electronically. It is also a simpler crystal to manufacture than a SC
cut device. For applications where a stability of a few ppm is acceptable, a TCXO
can be a cost-effective alternative.
The SC cut results in a much higher Q device and achieves much lower phase
noise than the AT cut. The device is also more sensitive to pressure and
temperature variation and is mounted in a temperature-controlled hermetic
chamber.
OCXO oven temperature is in the range of 90°C. The devices heat-up and
become stable within ~ 5 minutes.