The Designer’s Guide to: Common Considerations When Selecting a MHz Crystal

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Billions of crystals are manufactured annually to be used in electronic devices, from mobile phones and fitness trackers to cars and cell towers. Crystals are the fundamental building block of electronic oscillator circuits that create an electrical signal with precise frequency, and can be manufactured for frequencies from a few tens of kilohertz (kHz) to hundreds of megahertz (MHz). 

In this white paper from Epson, explore today’s wide range of timing products, how to choose the right MHz crystal for your design, and common considerations to keep in mind when selecting a MHz crystal.