The 74HCT9046AN,112 is an integrated circuit (IC) component that belongs to the 74HCT series, which is a family of high-speed CMOS (complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor) logic devices. The 74HCT9046AN,112 is specifically a phase-locked loop (PLL) CMOS device.
Here are some key features and an overview of the 74HCT9046AN,112:
1. Phase-Locked Loop (PLL): The 74HCT9046AN,112 is designed as a phase-locked loop, which is a control system that generates an output signal that has a constant phase relationship with a reference signal. This makes it useful in various applications, such as frequency synthesizers, clock recovery circuits, and FM demodulation.
2. High-Speed Operation: Being part of the 74HCT series, this IC component is capable of high-speed operation. The "HCT" in its name stands for high-speed CMOS-technology, meaning it is designed for fast switching and low-power consumption.
3. Wide Voltage Range: The 74HCT9046AN,112 supports a wide voltage range, allowing it to work with different power supply levels. It can function within the voltage range of 4.5V to 5.5V.
4. Multiple Inputs and Outputs: This IC component features multiple inputs and outputs, including a phase detector input (PD), a voltage-controlled oscillator input (VCO IN), and three control voltage inputs (CTRL V+/-, CTRL N). These inputs and outputs enable the device to perform various functions within a phase-locked loop system.
5. Clock Input and Outputs: The 74HCT9046AN,112 offers a clock input (CLK) and clock outputs (OUT1, OUT2). The clock input provides the reference signal to the phase-locked loop, while the clock outputs generate synchronized clock signals.
6. Frequency Multiplication: The IC component provides frequency multiplication capability through its divide-by-two counter and charge-pump stages. This allows for frequency synthesis and multiplication for different applications.
7. Enhanced Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Protection: It is worth mentioning that the 74HCT9046AN,112 incorporates enhanced ESD protection, which helps safeguard the device from damaging electrostatic discharge events.
In summary, the 74HCT9046AN,112 is a phase-locked loop integrated circuit with high-speed operation, wide voltage range, multiple inputs and outputs, and frequency multiplication capabilities. It is commonly used in applications that require precise synchronization, frequency synthesis, and control systems.
