CSTCE16M0V53 16Mhz SMD Resonator

CSTCE16M0V53 16Mhz SMD Resonator is a miniature, high-frequency ceramic resonator with built-in load capacitors, designed to provide a stable and reliable clock signal for microcontrollers and other digital circuits. Engineers and electronics enthusiasts often choose this 3-pin component as a cost-effective and space-saving alternative to traditional quartz crystals. Its small surface-mount design and simple wiring make it ideal for compact projects and mass-produced devices where board space and manufacturing efficiency are critical.

Key Features:

• Integrated Capacitors: Eliminates the need for external load capacitors, simplifying your circuit design and reducing component count.
• Compact SMD Form Factor: The small surface-mount package is perfect for space-constrained designs and automated assembly.
• High Stability: Offers excellent frequency stability over a wide temperature range, ensuring consistent performance.
• Cost-Effective Solution: Provides a more affordable timing component compared to crystal oscillators.
• Quick Startup: Achieves stable oscillation quickly, allowing your microcontroller to start up with minimal delay.
• Easy to Use: Its 3-pin configuration makes it incredibly simple to connect directly to a microcontroller’s oscillator pins.

Technical Specifications:

• Nominal Frequency: 16.000 MHz
• Frequency Tolerance: ±0.5% at 25 °C
• Frequency Stability: ±0.2% over operating temperature range
• Operating Voltage: Varies depending on application circuit (typically driven by microcontroller logic)
• Operating Temperature: -20 °C to +80 °C
• Number of Pins: 3

Mechanical Specifications:

• Package Type: Ceramic Resonator (SMD)
• Mounting: Surface-Mount Technology (SMT)
• Housing: Non-hermetically sealed ceramic package

Dimensions:

• Length: 3.2 mm
• Width: 1.3 mm
• Height: 0.8 mm

Pinout and Wiring:

• Pin 1 (OSC1): Connected to the oscillator input pin of the microcontroller.
• Pin 2 (GND): Connected to a stable ground plane.
• Pin 3 (OSC2): Connected to the oscillator output pin of the microcontroller.
• Wiring Note: Simply connect the outer pins to the microcontroller’s oscillator pins and the center pin to ground. No external capacitors are required.

Datasheet Reference:

• CSTCE16M0V53 datasheet

Applications:

• Microcontroller Clock: Serves as the primary timing component for microcontrollers like AVR, PIC, and STM32.
• Wireless Modules: Provides a clock signal for communication modules, including RF and Bluetooth.
• Consumer Electronics: Used in a wide range of devices from remote controls to toys where cost-effectiveness is important.
• Embedded Systems: Powers logic circuits in various embedded applications.

Equivalent Models:

• Quartz Crystal: A highly accurate alternative, but requires two external load capacitors.
• MEMS Oscillator: A silicon-based timing device that offers high precision and is resistant to shock and vibration.
• Other Ceramic Resonators: Similar products from manufacturers like Kyocera and Taiyo Yuden.

Package Includes:

• 1 x CSTCE16M0V53 16Mhz SMD Resonator