4Mhz 4M ZTT4.0MG Z4.00M Z4.0MT Ceramic Crystal

4 MHz Ceramic Crystal Resonator (ZTT4.0MG) provides a highly stable, low-cost frequency reference for digital circuits, serving as an excellent alternative to conventional quartz crystals. This three-pin component, frequently identified by part numbers like ZTT4.0MG, Z4.00M, or Z4.0MT, features built-in load capacitors, significantly simplifying your oscillator circuit design by eliminating the need for external timing components (C1 and C2). Utilize this robust, miniature resonator to generate the necessary clock signal for microprocessors and microcontrollers, ensuring stable and reliable performance across a wide array of consumer electronics, automotive controls, and industrial equipment. It offers fast startup times and superior shock resistance compared to quartz components.

Key Features:

• Integrated Load Capacitors: The three-pin configuration includes internal capacitors, which simplifies your circuit layout, reduces component count, and lowers assembly costs.
• High Stability: Offers frequency accuracy typically within ±0.5% and stability over temperature of ±0.3%, providing excellent performance for most non-critical timing applications.
• Cost-Effective Timing: As a mass-produced ceramic component, it delivers a high-value timing solution that offers better precision than LC or RC circuits at a lower cost than quartz crystals.
• Fast Start-up Time: Experience rapid oscillation start-up, which is often superior to that of comparable quartz crystals, enhancing system responsiveness.
• Robust Construction: The component is highly resistant to mechanical shock and vibration, making it ideal for mobile and industrial applications.

Technical Specifications:

• Nominal Frequency (F_OSC): 4.000 MHz.
• Frequency Tolerance: ±0.5% at 25°C.
• Frequency Stability: ±0.3% (from −20°C to +80°C).
• Resonant Impedance (R_O): 30 Ω to 40 Ω maximum.
• Built-in Load Capacitance (C_L): Typically 30 pF (Internal to the package).
• Operating Voltage (U_R): Maximum 6 V DC, 15 V_p-p.

Mechanical Specifications:

• Package Style: Through-Hole, Radial Type (ZTT-MG Series).
• Leads: Three leads for simple connection to microcontrollers.
• Mounting: Designed for permanent soldering via through-hole mounting on PCBs.
• Operating Temperature Range: −20°C to +80°C (Standard consumer grade).

Dimensions:

• Body Length: ≈ 10.0 mm.
• Body Width: ≈ 5.0 mm.
• Body Height: ≈ 7.5 mm (Maximum).
• Lead Pitch (Center Pin to Outer Pin): ≈ 2.5 mm.
• Weight: ≈ 1.0 g.

Pinout and Wiring:

• Pin 1 (OSC OUT/Input): Connect this pin to the oscillator output pin of your microcontroller (e.g., OSC1 or EXTAL).
• Pin 2 (GND/Common): Connect this center pin directly to the circuit’s ground (0 V) reference.
• Pin 3 (OSC IN/Output): Connect this pin to the oscillator input pin of your microcontroller (e.g., OSC2 or XTAL).
• Wiring Note: Ensure the ceramic resonator is placed as close as possible to the microcontroller pins to minimize stray capacitance and maximize stability.

Datasheet Reference:

• Download ZTT4.00MG Ceramic Resonator Datasheet

Commonly Used in:

• Microcontroller Clocking: Providing the primary time base for 8-bit microcontrollers (like ATmega, PIC, or 8051 variants).
• Consumer Electronics: Found in remote controls, timers, basic calculators, and small electronic toys.
• Digital Communication: Used in simpler RF modules and modem circuits for baud rate generation.

Applications:

• System Timing: You can rely on it to establish the main clock frequency for a CPU or ASIC.
• Baud Rate Generation: Implement it to ensure precise serial communication speeds (UART, SPI, I2C).
• Frequency Control: Use it in simple frequency synthesis circuits or tone generators where absolute precision is not critical.

Equivalent Models:

• CSTLS4M00G56-B0 (Murata): A very common and superior Murata CERALOCK® equivalent, offering similar integrated capacitance and package.
• ECS-4.00-30-5X (ECS Inc.): A direct functional equivalent emphasizing its 4.0 MHz frequency with 30 pF internal capacitors.
• CD4M00000SF200 (NextGen): Another ceramic resonator often cross-referenced when searching for alternatives to the ZTT series.

Package Includes:

• 1 x 4 MHz 3-Pin Ceramic Crystal Resonator (ZTT4.0MG/Z4.00M)