Epson FC-135 SMD Crystal 32.768kHz 12.5pF 20ppm 3.2mm x 1.5mm

Epson FC-135 SMD Crystal 32.768kHz is a low-profile surface-mount crystal unit engineered for precision timing applications. Operating at a fundamental frequency of 32.768 kHz, it provides a stable and accurate clock signal for real-time clocks (RTCs), microcontrollers and various digital circuits. Its compact 3.2 mm x 1.5 mm footprint suits space-constrained electronic designs where board space is at a premium.

Key Features

• Fundamental frequency: 32.768 kHz
• Frequency tolerance: ±20 ppm (parts per million)
• Load capacitance: 12.5 pF, to be matched in the oscillator circuit design to achieve the specified frequency accuracy
• Package: Two-pin SMD, 3.2 mm x 1.5 mm
• Operating temperature range: -40°C to +85°C
• Weight: 0.012 g

Performance and Assembly

The tight frequency tolerance of ±20 ppm supports reliable and consistent performance across the specified operating range. The two-pin SMD package is suited to automated assembly and soldering in high-volume production environments.

Applications

Built to withstand demanding conditions, the FC-135 operates reliably across a temperature range from -40°C to +85°C. It is suitable for consumer electronics as well as industrial automation and automotive systems, where components must perform under extreme thermal stress.

• Communications and networking: network synchronisation, routers and communication modules
• Automotive electronics: dashboard clocks, infotainment systems and engine control units
• Industrial control systems: programmable logic controllers (PLCs), sensors and measurement equipment
• Consumer electronics: wearables, smart home devices, tablets and portable gadgets

Choose the Epson FC-135 SMD Crystal 32.768kHz when a compact 32.768 kHz timing component with 12.5 pF load capacitance and ±20 ppm frequency tolerance is required for your design.