Description
The HC-49US 5.5296 MHz Crystal is a precision-engineered quartz resonator designed to provide a stable, consistent frequency reference for digital and communication systems. Operating at the exact frequency of 5.5296 MHz, this component is highly valued in microcontroller projects, communication gear, and timing circuits that require specific, non-standard frequency clocking for baud rate generation and signal processing.
Housed in the industry-standard HC-49US through-hole package, this crystal is built for durability and ease of integration into both breadboard prototypes and professional PCB assemblies. It features a resistance-welded, hermetically sealed enclosure that shields the internal quartz element from environmental factors such as humidity and oxidation. With a tight frequency tolerance of 20 PPM and a load capacitance of 20 pF, it ensures reliable and accurate oscillation performance, making it a dependable choice for your electronic design requirements.
Key Features
- Precision Frequency: Fundamental frequency of 5.5296 MHz, ideal for baud rate sensitive and specific timing applications.
- Tight Tolerance: A frequency tolerance of 20 PPM minimizes signal drift, ensuring high accuracy in digital clocking.
- Standardized Design: The classic HC-49US 2-pin footprint ensures universal compatibility with standard oscillator circuits.
- Robust Construction: Hermetically sealed packaging offers superior protection against environmental stress, promoting a long operational lifespan.
- Optimal Load: Standard 20 pF load capacitance facilitates easy design-in for most microcontroller oscillator stages.
Application
- Baud Rate Generation for Communication Systems
- Microcontroller System Clocking
- Digital Frequency Synthesizers
- Industrial Timing and Counting Circuits
- Precision Signal Processing
Package Includes
- 2 x HC-49US 5.5296 MHz Crystal (Through-Hole Package)
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Part Number | HC-49US |
| Frequency | 5.5296 MHz |
| Load Capacitance | 20 pF |
| Frequency Tolerance | 20 PPM |
| Mounting Type | Through-Hole (2-Pin) |






