The **MHO+22FAG-R** is a specific part number belonging to a series of **Crystal Oscillators**, typically manufactured by companies like **Mercury Electronic**. These components are essential in electronics for providing a stable clock signal to microprocessors and digital circuits. --- ### 1. Key Technical Specifications Based on the standard nomenclature for the MHO series, here are the technical details: | Feature | Specification Details | | :--- | :--- | | **Component Type** | Crystal Clock Oscillator (XO) | | **Package Type** | DIP-14 (Full size) or DIP-8 (Half size) equivalent | | **Output Type** | CMOS / TTL Compatible | | **Operating Voltage** | Typically 5.0V (Standard for the MHO series) | | **Frequency Stability** | Usually ±25ppm to ±100ppm | | **Temperature Range** | -10°C to +70°C (Standard Commercial) | | **RoHS Status** | Compliant (Indicated by the "-R" suffix) | --- ### 2. Breakdown of the Part Number Understanding the alphanumeric code helps identify the specific variant: * **MHO:** Series prefix (Mercury High Output / Metal Hermetic Oscillator). * **+:** Often indicates Lead-Free/RoHS compliance or a specific voltage enhancement. * **22:** Refers to the frequency stability (e.g., ±25ppm). * **F:** Frequency type or specific output characteristic (Fixed). * **A:** Operating temperature code (Standard 0 to +70°C). * **G:** Symmetry/Duty Cycle specification (typically 40/60% or 45/55%). * **-R:** RoHS Compliant. --- ### 3. Pin Configuration (Typical DIP-14) The device usually comes in a 4-pin metal package that fits into a 14-pin DIP socket layout: | Pin Number | Function | Description | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **1** | NC / OE | No Connection or Output Enable | | **7** | GND | Circuit Ground | | **8** | Output | The generated clock frequency signal | | **14** | Vcc | Power Supply (+5V) | --- ### 4. Common Applications These oscillators are used in various "legacy" and industrial hardware due to their robust metal casing and through-hole design: 1. **Industrial Control Systems:** For timing in PLC modules. 2. **Legacy Computing:** Motherboards or expansion cards requiring a fixed clock. 3. **Communication Equipment:** Modems and routers. 4. **Test & Measurement:** Oscilloscopes and signal generators. ---