The **MHO+24FBD-R** is a specific part number typically associated with **Active Crystal Oscillators** (frequently produced by manufacturers like Mercury Electronic). These components are essential in electronics for providing a stable clock signal to microprocessors and other digital circuits. --- ### 1. Technical Specifications The part number follows a specific nomenclature that defines its electrical characteristics: | Parameter | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Component Type** | Crystal Oscillator (SPXO) | | **Output Type** | CMOS / TTL Compatible | | **Voltage Supply** | 5.0V (Standard for the MHO series) | | **Frequency Stability** | Usually ±25ppm to ±100ppm (depending on the suffix) | | **Package Style** | DIP-14 (Full size) or DIP-8 (Half size) Metal Can | | **Operating Temperature** | -10°C to +70°C (Standard Commercial) | --- ### 2. Pin Configuration (DIP-14 Style) Most MHO series oscillators in the Full-Size Metal Can package follow this standard 4-pin layout (though the physical case has 14 pins, only 4 are electrically active): | Pin Number | Function | Description | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **1** | NC / Tri-state | No connection or Output Enable/Disable | | **7** | GND | Ground connection (Case is usually grounded) | | **8** | Output | The generated clock signal (Square Wave) | | **14** | VDD | Power supply (typically +5V DC) | --- ### 3. Part Number Breakdown The alphanumeric code reveals the specific configuration: * **MHO:** Series designation (Metal Hollow Oscillator / 5V CMOS/TTL). * **+:** Often indicates RoHS compliance (Lead-free). * **24:** Represents the Frequency (e.g., 24.000 MHz). * **FBD:** Specific internal factory codes for stability, symmetry, and temperature range. * **-R:** Indicates "RoHS Compliant" or "Tape & Reel" packaging depending on the manufacturer's log. --- ### 4. Common Applications These oscillators are used where a precise, "plug-and-play" timing source is required without needing external capacitors (unlike passive crystals): * **Embedded Systems:** Providing the heartbeat for 8-bit or 16-bit microcontrollers. * **Legacy Computing:** Motherboards and peripheral cards. * **Industrial Control:** Timing for PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) communication modules. * **Networking:** Syncing data transmission in older Ethernet or Serial hardware. ---