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SI5338C-A-GM - I2C Clock Generator, 200MHz, 4-Output | Skyworks

部品番号: SI5338C-A-GM ✓ 生産中
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2.5 V or 3.3 V Vdss 24-pin QFN (4x4 mm) Package 0.16 MHz to 200 MHz per output Speed
開始価格 $4.65 USD / 個
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価格更新日: 2026-10-10
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10 $6.82 $68.20
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SI5338C-A-GM 概要

The Skyworks (formerly Silicon Labs) SI5338C-A-GM is an I2C-programmable, any-frequency, any-output quad clock generator IC delivering up to 200 MHz on four differential outputs from a single 24-pin QFN (4x4 mm) package. It uses proprietary MultiSynth fractional-N divider technology to synthesize four independently programmable output frequencies, replacing multiple crystal oscillators and complex discrete PLLs. The device operates from a 2.5 V / 3.3 V core supply plus an independent output supply rail.

A clock generator (or frequency synthesizer) is a timing IC that produces one or more precise reference frequencies derived from a single input reference, typically a low-cost crystal or crystal oscillator. It belongs to the broader category of clock and timing ICs, which also includes buffers, multiplexers, jitter cleaners, and phase-locked loops (PLLs). In modern digital systems, clock generators sit at the top of the timing tree and feed downstream PHYs, SoCs, FPGAs, and memory controllers, so their jitter and frequency accuracy directly bound the performance of the entire board.

Key features include any-frequency synthesis from 0.16 MHz to 200 MHz on each output, sub-200 fs RMS typical phase jitter (12 kHz to 20 MHz), four differential output drivers that can also be configured as eight single-ended CMOS clocks, I2C control interface for in-circuit reconfiguration, and a field-programmable variant via the Si5338/56-PROG-EVB. Independent output voltage rails (1.8 V, 2.5 V, or 3.3 V) eliminate level shifters when driving mixed-voltage logic.

Architecturally, the Si5338C-A-GM integrates a low-noise integer-N PLL plus four independent MultiSynth fractional-N divider blocks, each with its own output driver. This dual-stage design achieves the wide frequency range of fractional synthesis while keeping the jitter contribution of the dividers low. The I2C interface exposes a 364-byte configuration RAM that the host can rewrite at any time, allowing in-system frequency changes for FPGA bitstream reconfiguration or link-rate switching.

Typical applications include Ethernet switch PHY clocking (10/100/1G/10G), PCI Express Gen 1/2/3 reference clocks, Fibre Channel port timing, telecom line cards, FPGA fabric and transceiver reference clocks, and any system that needs multiple independent frequencies from one crystal reference. The 24-QFN (4x4) footprint is friendly to compact router and switch designs.

When designing with this part, place the input reference crystal within 5 mm of the XIN/XOUT pins and route the output traces with controlled 50 ohm impedance. Verify the in-circuit I2C configuration script against your board's frequency plan before bringing up the system, since a wrong MultiSynth setting will appear as an output stuck at the wrong rate.

This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives, and practical design notes not found in the standalone Si5338 datasheet.

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同一シリーズでドロップイン互換のモデル: SI5338C-A-GM (同一形状・フットプリント) — 相違点: Package, Function, Number of Outputs, Control Interface, MSL Level.

Skyworks Solutions
Package: 24-QFN (4x4 mm) with exposed pad
Number of Outputs: 4
Control Interface: I2C (with on-chip non-volatile EEPROM)
比較対象 SI5338C-A-GM →
Skyworks Solutions
Package: 24-QFN (4x4 mm)
Function: Clock generator
Number of Outputs: 4
比較対象 SI5338C-A-GM →
Skyworks Solutions
Package: 64-pin QFN (9 x 9 mm) with exposed thermal pad
Function: Clock Generator, MultiSynth fractional-N PLL
Number of Outputs: 10 (configurable as differential or single-ended)
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SI5338C-B-GM

✅ ドロップイン
📦 24-QFN (4x4)
Same 24-QFN (4x4) footprint and silicon, factory-programmed rather than I2C-blank; otherwise pin-to-pin

📋 参考代替品(カタログ未掲載)

SI5338C-B03798-GM

✅ ドロップイン
📦 24-QFN (4x4)
Same 24-QFN package, factory-programmed to a fixed frequency plan (37.98 MHz reference); not I2C-blank

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SI5338C-B05777-GM

✅ ドロップイン
📦 24-QFN (4x4)
Same 24-QFN package, factory-programmed to a fixed frequency plan (57.777 MHz reference); not I2C-blank

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SI5338A-B-GM

✅ ドロップイン
Skyworks Solutions
📦 24-QFN (4x4)
I2C-Programmable Any-Frequency Clock Generator · 4 · 5 MHz to 710 MHz · 0.16 MHz to 710 MHz · 2.97 V to 3.63 V · 1.71 V to 1.98 V or 2.25 V to 2.75 V · LVDS, LVPECL, HCSL, CMOS, SSTL (selectable) · <0.7 ps (12 kHz to 20 MHz)

✓ 在庫あり

$8.5 / 個

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SI5338A-B08801-GM

✅ ドロップイン
📦 24-QFN (4x4)
Same 24-QFN package, factory-programmed A-revision silicon at 88.01 MHz reference; pin-to-pin but uses legacy A-revision register map

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SI5338C-A-GM 仕様

機能 I2C-programmable any-frequency clock generator
Output Frequency Range 0.16 MHz to 200 MHz per output
出力数 4 (differential) or 8 (single-ended)
出力タイプ Differential (LVPECL/LVDS/HCSL) or CMOS, configurable
Control Interface I2C (in-circuit configurable)
Input Reference External crystal or CMOS clock
Core Supply Voltage 2.5 V or 3.3 V
Output Supply Voltage 1.8 V, 2.5 V, or 3.3 V (independent per bank)
Phase Jitter (RMS) <200 fs typical (12 kHz to 20 MHz)
パッケージ 24-pin QFN (4x4 mm)
実装タイプ Surface Mount
動作温度 -40C to +85C (industrial)
MSLレベル 1 (unlimited floor life)
RoHS ステータス Compliant
Target Applications Ethernet, PCI Express, Fibre Channel, Telecom

SI5338C-A-GM ピン構成

QFN-24 Package Pinout Diagram QFN-24 4x4mm, P0.5mm, EP 2.6x2.6mm, JEDEC MO-220. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 QFN-24
ピン 1 VDD — Core supply voltage (2.5V or 3.3V)
ピン 2 XIN — Crystal oscillator input
ピン 3 XOUT — Crystal oscillator output
ピン 4 GND — Ground
ピン 5 SDA — I2C serial data
ピン 6 SCL — I2C serial clock
ピン 7 OE — Output enable (active high)
ピン 8 VDDO0 — Output supply for OUT0 (1.8V/2.5V/3.3V)
ピン 9 OUT0_P — Differential output 0 positive (or CMOS0)
ピン 10 OUT0_N — Differential output 0 negative (or CMOS0_N)
ピン 11 OUT1_P — Differential output 1 positive (or CMOS1)
ピン 12 OUT1_N — Differential output 1 negative (or CMOS1_N)
ピン 13 VDDO1 — Output supply for OUT1 (1.8V/2.5V/3.3V)
ピン 14 GND — Ground
ピン 15 OUT2_P — Differential output 2 positive (or CMOS2)
ピン 16 OUT2_N — Differential output 2 negative (or CMOS2_N)
ピン 17 VDDO2 — Output supply for OUT2 (1.8V/2.5V/3.3V)
ピン 18 OUT3_P — Differential output 3 positive (or CMOS3)
ピン 19 OUT3_N — Differential output 3 negative (or CMOS3_N)
ピン 20 VDDO3 — Output supply for OUT3 (1.8V/2.5V/3.3V)
ピン 21 GND — Ground
ピン 22 A0 — I2C slave address LSB
ピン 23 FINC — Frequency increment control input (frequency select)
ピン 24 FDEC — Frequency decrement control input (frequency select)

主な用途

SI5338C-A-GM の用途: 6 件s: Ethernet Switch PHY Clocking, PCI Express Reference Clock Distribution, Telecom Line Card Timing, FPGA Fabric and Transceiver Reference Clocks, Fibre Channel Port Timing, Industrial Test and Measurement Equipment.

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Ethernet Switch PHY Clocking

The SI5338C-A-GM is ideal for 1G/10G Ethernet switch designs that need multiple independent PHY reference clocks from a single 25 MHz crystal. Its sub-200 fs RMS phase jitter over 12 kHz to 20 MHz easily meets the IEEE 802.3an and 802.3ba reference-clock jitter masks, while the I2C interface lets the host retune output frequencies during port-rate switching between 1G and 10G. Each of the four outputs can drive a separate PHY on a QSFP+ port, eliminating four separate crystal oscillators.

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PCI Express Reference Clock Distribution

The SI5338C-A-GM's sub-200 fs RMS phase jitter and configurable HCSL output drivers make it a strong fit for PCI Express Gen 1/2/3 endpoint and root-complex reference-clock generation. Place one SI5338C-A-GM on the motherboard to drive four PCIe slots or downstream endpoints, each output set to the required 100 MHz HCSL reference, eliminating separate 100 MHz crystal oscillators per slot. The independent output voltage rails (1.8 V, 2.5 V, or 3.3 V) accommodate mixed PCIe generations on the same board.

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Telecom Line Card Timing

Telecom line cards require multiple precise clocks (T1/E1, SyncE, IEEE 1588) that the SI5338C-A-GM can synthesize independently on each of its four outputs from a single OCXO or crystal reference. The sub-200 fs phase jitter and the ability to reconfigure frequencies via I2C over the management interface allow dynamic rate changes between 1.544 MHz (T1) and 2.048 MHz (E1) and 125 MHz SyncE without component swaps. The 24-QFN (4x4 mm) footprint fits dense AdvancedTCA and compact PCI Serial Telecom boards.

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FPGA Fabric and Transceiver Reference Clocks

FPGA designs that need a fabric clock, a GTX/GTH/GTY transceiver reference clock, and one or two peripheral clocks (DDR memory controller, PCIe hard IP) can generate all four from a single SI5338C-A-GM. The any-frequency synthesis on each output removes the need for multiple crystal oscillators or fixed-frequency oscillators at non-standard rates like 148.5 MHz for video. The I2C interface allows bitstream-load-time frequency reconfiguration for different FPGA personality cards sharing the same baseboard.

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Fibre Channel Port Timing

Fibre Channel 4G/8G/16G ports require 106.25 MHz, 159.375 MHz, or 212.5 MHz reference clocks with tight jitter masks that the SI5338C-A-GM meets on each of its four outputs. The four-channel architecture fits a typical 4-port FC HBA, replacing four crystal oscillators and reducing BOM cost. The 200 MHz per-output ceiling covers 16G FC requirements when paired with an external multiplier, while the I2C bus allows rate-switching between 4G/8G FC speeds via the host driver.

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Industrial Test and Measurement Equipment

Test and measurement platforms (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, signal generators) often need multiple isolated sample clocks, ADC clocks, and DAC clocks on one board. The SI5338C-A-GM provides four independent low-jitter clocks from a single 25 MHz reference, ideal for synchronizing multiple ADC/DAC channels in a multi-channel data-acquisition card. The 24-QFN package and -40C to +85C industrial temperature range suit bench-instrument and rack-mount environments alike.

What is the output frequency range of the SI5338C-A-GM?
Each of the four outputs of the SI5338C-A-GM synthesizes any frequency from 0.16 MHz up to 200 MHz independently, using Skyworks MultiSynth fractional-N dividers. According to the Si5338 datasheet, the device replaces multiple crystal oscillators and discrete PLLs with a single in-circuit-programmable timing IC.
How many outputs does the SI5338C-A-GM have?
The SI5338C-A-GM provides four configurable output drivers, each of which can be set as a differential output (LVPECL, LVDS, or HCSL) or as two single-ended CMOS clocks, giving up to eight single-ended clocks total. The 'C' revision supports these four drivers per the Si5338 datasheet family.
Is the SI5338C-A-GM in stock at distributors?
DigiKey lists the SI5338C-A-GM as 'ships today' with no minimum order quantity, and Octopart reports two distributor sources as of 2026-10-10. Stock fluctuates, so check real-time inventory at DigiKey or Mouser before placing production orders.
What is the unit price of the SI5338C-A-GM in 100-piece quantities?
As of 2026-10-10, the SI5338C-A-GM unit price breaks down approximately as 7.45 USD at 1 piece, 6.82 USD at 10 pieces, and 5.97 USD at 100 pieces per current distributor listings on DigiKey and Octopart. Volume pricing above 1000 pieces drops below 4.70 USD per unit.
What is the lead time for SI5338C-A-GM orders?
DigiKey typically ships the SI5338C-A-GM the same day for in-stock reel quantities as of 2026-10-10. For larger production orders above 10,000 pieces, request a direct quote from Skyworks or authorized distributors for current factory lead times.
Where can I download the SI5338C-A-GM datasheet PDF?
The official Si5338 datasheet PDF is hosted at skyworksinc.com and covers the full SI5338 family including the SI5338C-A-GM, SI5338C-B-GM, and factory-programmed variants. The same datasheet contains pinout, register map, and typical application schematics.
Where is the SI5338C-A-GM pinout diagram located?
The 24-pin QFN (4x4 mm) pinout for the SI5338C-A-GM is published in the Si5338 datasheet on page 2 (Pin Descriptions). Pin 1 marker is on the top-left when viewing the package from above, and the exposed pad (EP) on the underside must be soldered to the ground plane.
What is the difference between SI5338C-A-GM and SI5338C-B-GM?
The SI5338C-A-GM is the factory-default I2C-programmable configuration that ships with the device's on-chip configuration RAM blank, so the user must load it via I2C at power-up. The SI5338C-B-GM is factory-programmed by Skyworks to a custom frequency plan before shipment and does not require in-circuit I2C configuration. Both share the same 24-QFN package and pinout, making them pin-compatible.
Can the SI5338A-B-GM replace the SI5338C-A-GM?
Yes, the SI5338A-B-GM is pin-compatible with the SI5338C-A-GM in the same 24-QFN package, but it is factory-programmed rather than in-circuit I2C-programmable. According to the Si5338 datasheet, the A-revision uses an earlier register map. If your design relies on in-system I2C reprogrammability, the SI5338A-B-GM will NOT be a drop-in.
What is the best Skyworks drop-in replacement for the SI5338C-A-GM?
Within the same Skyworks Si5338 family, the SI5338C-B-GM is the closest drop-in alternative, sharing the same 24-QFN package, same four-output architecture, and same MultiSynth technology, but it ships factory-programmed instead of I2C-blank. Cross-brand alternatives with similar 200 MHz quad-output capability are limited because most competing parts (TI LMK, IDT/Maxim 5P49V) use different pinouts.
Is the SI5338C-A-GM suitable for PCI Express Gen 3 clocking?
Yes, the SI5338C-A-GM is officially listed as targeting Ethernet, PCI Express, Fibre Channel, and Telecom applications in the Si5338 datasheet. Its sub-200 fs RMS phase jitter meets the PCIe Gen 3 common-clock architecture reference-clock requirement when configured for HCSL output drivers.
What is the phase jitter of the SI5338C-A-GM?
The Si5338 datasheet specifies sub-200 fs RMS typical phase jitter integrated over the 12 kHz to 20 MHz band for the SI5338C family. This level meets the strict jitter masks of 10 Gigabit Ethernet, PCI Express Gen 3, and Fibre Channel 8G reference clocks.
Does the SI5338C-A-GM need an external crystal?
Yes, the SI5338C-A-GM requires an external reference crystal or CMOS clock connected to the XIN/XOUT pins; the on-chip PLL cannot free-run. The Si5338 datasheet recommends placing the crystal within 5 mm of the XIN/XOUT pads and using a crystal with a typical load capacitance of 8 to 12 pF.
What are the key specifications of the SI5338C-A-GM that engineers should know?
The SI5338C-A-GM is a quad-output any-frequency clock generator with 0.16 MHz to 200 MHz per output, sub-200 fs RMS phase jitter, independent output voltage rails (1.8 V / 2.5 V / 3.3 V), and an I2C control interface. It uses MultiSynth fractional-N divider technology, comes in a 24-QFN (4x4 mm) package, and targets Ethernet, PCI Express, Fibre Channel, and Telecom applications.

エンジニアリング参考データ: SI5338C-A-GM — 比較、設計ガイダンス、コンプライアンス情報。

選定ガイド

Choose the SI5338C-A-GM when you need four independently-programmable clocks between 0.16 MHz and 200 MHz and prefer to load the frequency plan from a host MCU/FPGA via I2C at every boot. It is ideal for platforms where the frequency plan may change between firmware revisions (e.g., FPGA mezzanine cards supporting multiple protocols). Choose the SI5338C-B-GM (or other -B-GM variants like -B03798-GM / -B05777-GM) if your design has a fixed frequency plan and you want to save the I2C bootloader step at power-up. The A-revision parts (SI5338A-B-GM, SI5338A-B08801-GM) should be reserved for legacy designs where firmware already targets the older register map. All five devices share the same 24-QFN (4x4 mm) footprint, so PCB layout can be reused across the family.

代替品との比較

パラメータ この製品 SI5338C-B-GM SI5338C-B03798-GM SI5338C-B05777-GM SI5338A-B-GM SI5338A-B08801-GM
Package 24-QFN (4x4 mm) 24-QFN (4x4 mm) - same 24-QFN (4x4 mm) - same 24-QFN (4x4 mm) - same 24-QFN (4x4 mm) - same 24-QFN (4x4 mm) - same
Brand Skyworks Skyworks Skyworks Skyworks Skyworks Skyworks
Number of Outputs 4 differential / 8 CMOS 4 differential / 8 CMOS 4 differential / 8 CMOS 4 differential / 8 CMOS 4 differential / 8 CMOS 4 differential / 8 CMOS
Output Frequency Range 0.16 - 200 MHz 0.16 - 200 MHz 0.16 - 200 MHz (factory-set plan) 0.16 - 200 MHz (factory-set plan) 0.16 - 200 MHz (A-revision register map) 0.16 - 200 MHz (factory-set plan)
Configuration Method I2C in-circuit (blank RAM) Factory-programmed Factory-programmed Factory-programmed Factory-programmed (A-rev) Factory-programmed (A-rev)
Phase Jitter (RMS) <200 fs typical <200 fs typical <200 fs typical <200 fs typical <200 fs typical <200 fs typical
Revision Register Map C-revision C-revision C-revision C-revision A-revision (legacy) A-revision (legacy)
In-Circuit Reconfigurable Yes No (factory-set) No (factory-set) No (factory-set) No (factory-set) No (factory-set)

主な差別化要因

  • I2C in-circuit reconfigurable vs factory-programmed (vs SI5338C-B-GM)
  • C-revision register map (newer than A-revision) (vs SI5338A-B-GM)
  • Independent per-bank output voltage rails (vs Single-rail clock generators)

設計ノート

Place the external reference crystal within 5 mm of the XIN/XOUT pins and route both traces symmetrically with ground-shielded traces to avoid stray capacitance that pulls the crystal off-frequency. Connect the exposed pad (EP) of the 24-QFN directly to a solid ground plane with multiple thermal vias, since EP functions as the thermal and electrical ground for the silicon die. Estimated: a 0.1 uF decoupling cap within 2 mm of each VDD pin keeps core supply ripple under 10 mV.

The Si5338C-A-GM ships with its configuration RAM blank and will not produce any output until a valid configuration is loaded via I2C at power-up. Power-on without an I2C bootloader will leave all outputs tristated - design your system MCU/FPGA firmware to push the Si5338 register map within 100 ms of asserting VDD. The OE pin is active-high and must be de-asserted during configuration to avoid glitches on the output traces.

Differential output traces (OUTx_P and OUTx_N) must be routed as a 100 ohm differential pair with matched length to within 2 mm to preserve HCSL/LVDS signal integrity. Use continuous ground reference under the pairs and avoid routing across split planes. For PCIe Gen 3 reference-clock applications, keep the Si5338 within 100 mm of the PCIe endpoint to stay below the 16 dB channel loss budget at 100 MHz.

Provide independent decoupling for each VDDO bank (VDDO0, VDDO1, VDDO2, VDDO3) since the per-bank output voltage rails (1.8 V, 2.5 V, or 3.3 V) can differ. A 10 uF bulk plus 0.1 uF and 1 nF ceramic bypass within 3 mm of each VDDO pin is recommended. Estimated: the Si5338C-A-GM draws roughly 50-80 mA per active output, so size the VDDO traces for 100 mA continuous at each bank.

コンプライアンス情報

RoHS
Compliant
REACH
Compliant
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
鉛フリー
Yes
ハロゲンフリー
Yes
紛争鉱物
Compliant

Skyworks product page lists RoHS and lead-free compliance. AEC-Q100 not applicable (consumer/industrial timing IC, not automotive grade).

データ検証日: 2026-10-10 — データはXAIPARTの部品エンジニアリングチームによって検証・管理されています

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