CDCE937 Programmable LVCMOS Clock Generator

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CDCE937 Programmable LVCMOS Clock Generator

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Part Number
CDCE937
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
PW TSSOP-20, 6.50 mm x 6.40 mm nominal package size
Category
Signal Chain
Product Type
Operational Amplifier

Quick Sourcing Note

CDCE937 from Texas Instruments is a Signal_Chain programmable LVCMOS clock generator in a PW TSSOP-20 package with a 6.50 mm x 6.40 mm nominal package size. It generates up to 7 outputs from a single input frequency and includes 3 PLLs. Each output is programmable in-system up to 230 MHz, with PLL VCO operation from 80 MHz to 230 MHz. The device supports an external crystal input from 8 MHz to 32 MHz, 1.7 V to 1.9 V VDD operation, and CDCE937 output supply operation from 2.3 V to 3.6 V. It is specified for -40°C to 85°C free-air operation.

Specifications

TypeDescription
Part NumberCDCE937
ManufacturerTexas Instruments
Product TypeOperational Amplifier
CategorySignal Chain
Package / CasePW TSSOP-20, 6.50 mm x 6.40 mm nominal package size
Component TypeOther
Output Clock CountUp to 7 outputs; generated from a single input frequency
PLL Count3 PLLs; CDCEx937 device family member
Maximum Programmable Output Frequency230 MHz; each output programmable in-system
External Crystal Frequency Range8 MHz to 32 MHz; external crystal input
Crystal Input Frequency8 MHz min, 27 MHz nom, 32 MHz max; fundamental mode crystal input
VCXO Pull Range±120 ppm min, ±150 ppm typ; 0 V <= Vctrl <= 1.8 V; depends on crystal and capacitance
On-Chip Load Capacitance0 pF to 20 pF; at Xin and Xout
Device Supply Voltage1.7 V min, 1.8 V nom, 1.9 V max; VDD recommended operating condition
Output Supply Voltage2.3 V to 3.6 V; CDCE937 Vddout recommended operating condition
Output Supply Voltage1.7 V to 1.9 V; CDCEL937 Vddout recommended operating condition
Low-Level Input Voltage0.3 x VDD max; LVCMOS input
High-Level Input Voltage0.7 x VDD min; LVCMOS input
Input Voltage Threshold0.5 x VDD; LVCMOS input
Input Voltage0 V to 1.9 V; S0 input
Input Voltage0 V to 3.6 V; S1, S2, SDA, SCL inputs; VI(thresh)=0.5 VDD
CLK Input Voltage0 V to 1.9 V; CLK input
Output Current±12 mA; Vddout = 3.3 V
Output Current±10 mA; Vddout = 2.5 V
Output Current±8 mA; Vddout = 1.8 V
Output Load10 pF; LVCMOS output load
Operating Free-Air Temperature-40°C to 85°C; recommended operating condition
Absolute Maximum Supply Voltage-0.5 V to 2.5 V; VDD over operating free-air temperature range
Absolute Maximum Input Voltage-0.5 V to VDD + 0.5 V; VI; SDA and SCL can go up to 3.6 V per recommended operating conditions
Absolute Maximum Output Voltage-0.5 V to Vddout + 0.5 V; VO
Continuous Output Current50 mA max; IO absolute maximum rating
Junction Temperature125°C max; TJ absolute maximum rating
Storage Temperature-65°C to 150°C; Tstg absolute maximum rating
HBM ESD Rating±2000 V; human-body model per ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001
CDM ESD Rating±1500 V; charged-device model per JEDEC JESD22-C101
VCO Frequency Range80 MHz to 230 MHz; PLL VCO
LVCMOS Output Frequency230 MHz max; Vddout = 3.3 V
LVCMOS Output Frequency230 MHz max; Vddout = 1.8 V
Supply Current29 mA; all outputs off, f(VCO)=135 MHz, f(CLK)=27 MHz, all PLLs on
Output Supply Current3.1 mA; CDCE937, no load, all outputs on, VDDOUT=3.3 V, fOUT=27 MHz
Output Supply Current1.5 mA; CDCEL937, no load, all outputs on, VDDOUT=1.8 V, fOUT=27 MHz
Power-Down Current50 µA; every circuit powered down except SDA/SCL, fIN=0 MHz, VDD=1.9 V
Power-Up Control Supply Threshold0.85 V min, 1.45 V max; VDD threshold for power-up control circuit
LVCMOS Input Current±5 µA; VI=0 V or VDD, VDD=1.9 V
Input Capacitance6 pF; Xin/CLK, VI(Clk)=0 V or VDD
Input Capacitance2 pF; Xout, VI(Xout)=0 V or VDD
Input Capacitance3 pF; S0/S1/S2, VIS=0 V or VDD
Output Duty Cycle45% min, 55% max; fVCO=100 MHz, Pdiv=1
Thermal Resistance Junction-to-Ambient89.04°C/W; PW TSSOP-20 package
Datasheet Statusrequest_only

Product Overview

The CDCE937 is a Texas Instruments programmable LVCMOS clock generator for Signal_Chain designs that need multiple clock outputs derived from one input frequency. The device family member includes 3 PLLs and supports up to 7 outputs, with each output programmable in-system up to 230 MHz. The PLL VCO range is specified from 80 MHz to 230 MHz.

Clock input options include an external crystal frequency range of 8 MHz to 32 MHz, with fundamental mode crystal input specified at 8 MHz minimum, 27 MHz nominal, and 32 MHz maximum. VCXO pull range is specified at ±120 ppm minimum and ±150 ppm typical for 0 V <= Vctrl <= 1.8 V, depending on crystal and capacitance. On-chip load capacitance at Xin and Xout is programmable from 0 pF to 20 pF.

The part is supplied in a PW TSSOP-20 package with a 6.50 mm x 6.40 mm nominal package size. Recommended operating conditions include 1.7 V to 1.9 V VDD, 2.3 V to 3.6 V CDCE937 Vddout, and -40°C to 85°C operating free-air temperature.

Key Features

  • Up to 7 clock outputs from one input frequency
  • Three PLLs in the CDCEx937 device family
  • Each output programmable in-system up to 230 MHz
  • External crystal input range from 8 MHz to 32 MHz
  • PLL VCO frequency range from 80 MHz to 230 MHz
  • Programmable 0 pF to 20 pF Xin/Xout load capacitance
  • CDCE937 Vddout operating range from 2.3 V to 3.6 V
  • LVCMOS output frequency rated to 230 MHz at 1.8 V
  • Power-down current specified at 50 µA
  • PW TSSOP-20 package thermal resistance of 89.04°C/W

Typical Applications

  • Programmable LVCMOS clock generation
  • Multi-output clock distribution
  • Crystal-referenced timing circuits
  • PLL-based frequency synthesis
  • VCXO-controlled clock adjustment
  • Embedded system clock trees
  • Signal-chain timing support

Procurement Notes

When requesting a quote for CDCE937, buyers should confirm the manufacturer, package or case, required quantity, target date code, compliance documents, packing method, destination country and expected delivery schedule.

If alternatives are acceptable, buyers should share the approved vendor list, required electrical or optical limits, package constraints and qualification requirements. Any alternative part should be reviewed by the buyer's engineering team before production use.

For analog and signal-chain sourcing, supply voltage, bandwidth, accuracy, noise level, package, temperature grade, input/output configuration and qualification requirements should be verified before approval.

FAQ

How many outputs does the CDCE937 provide from one input frequency?

The CDCE937 can generate up to 7 outputs from a single input frequency. It is part of the CDCEx937 family and includes 3 PLLs for programmable LVCMOS clock generation.

What output frequency range is specified for the CDCE937?

Each output is programmable in-system up to 230 MHz. The LVCMOS output frequency is also specified at 230 MHz maximum with Vddout at 3.3 V and at 1.8 V.

What supply ranges apply to the CDCE937?

The recommended VDD operating range is 1.7 V minimum, 1.8 V nominal, and 1.9 V maximum. For the CDCE937, Vddout is specified from 2.3 V to 3.6 V.

What crystal input range does the CDCE937 support?

The external crystal input frequency range is 8 MHz to 32 MHz. For fundamental mode crystal input, the extracted specification lists 8 MHz minimum, 27 MHz nominal, and 32 MHz maximum.

Technical Review & Sourcing Note

Prepared by LDeepAI Component Sourcing Team. Reviewed for RFQ, documentation and alternative sourcing use. Last updated: July 7, 2026.

This page is based on manufacturer datasheet information and LDeepAI sourcing review. Specifications should be verified against the official manufacturer datasheet before final procurement or design approval. Final electrical, optical and reliability approval should be confirmed by the buyer's engineering team.

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