The Time Series is a specialized business line that incorporates advanced time-to-digital converters (TDCs) and phase-locked loops (PLLs) to deliver high-performance clock and timing solutions. By leveraging patented technologies and offering a high level of integration, this series ensures competitive performance across a range of clock and timing applications, including precise clock distribution, bus synchronization, and low-phase-noise RF communication - needed for cutting-edge systems processing and communication systems.
The world’s only space-grade TDC forms the foundation of critical time-of-flight applications, such as LIDAR, enabling precise guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) as well as accurate beam positioning in optical communication systems for space missions.
The MAG-PLL00002 delivers competitive performance while integrating key components to minimize external circuitry and reduce board size. With versatile output drivers, support for multiple signaling standards, a flexible frequency range from 1 MHz to 5 GHz, an integrated VCO and loop filter, this phase-locked loop (PLL) provides a cost-effective, compact solution without compromising on quality or functionality.
1 MHz – 5 GHz
123dBc/Hz at 1MHz (with 2.5GHz carrier)
<200 fs
200 mW typ
4x <1GHz driver 1.8 V – 3.3 V
LVDS/LVCMOS/CML/LVPECL
2x 1-5GHz RF driver 2.5 V – 3.3 V DC-CML, AC CML/LVDS/LVPECL
The MAG-TDC00002 is the industry’s only patented radiation-hardened Time-to-Digital Converter (TDC) specifically designed for precise time measurements in space and other harsh environments. Offering picosecond resolution, it delivers unmatched performance for demanding applications such as nuclear decay timing and time-of-flight measurements. With automatic self-calibration to mitigate variations in process, voltage, temperature, and radiation levels, this TDC ensures stable, accurate operation. Additionally, its low power consumption during idle periods enhances efficiency, making it the ultimate solution for space-grade timing applications.
Single-Shot precision < 8ps
0 ps to 3 s
Multi-stop mode up to 5 pulses
1.2V core and 1.8-3.3V IO voltage
20 mW typ
The MAG-TDC10002 Evaluation Kit offers a fast and effective way to assess key performance metrics. It includes a base board and a TDC00002, which interfaces easily with a PC through USB Type-C and allows to assess the metrics via an easy to use evaluation tool. The base board can be powered either by USB or an external supply, and features indicators and jumpers for straightforward power management. The TDC SOIC board provides connections for external measurement equipment via SMA connectors, enabling accurate time-to-digital conversion testing. Comprehensive setup instructions, recommended waveform generator settings, and maximum ratings are clearly outlined in the documentation, ensuring a smooth and efficient evaluation process.
A base board and a TDC SOIC board, which interface with a PC via USB Type-C.
By USB or an external supply, with indicators and jumpers for power management.
Connects to external measurement equipment through SMA connectors.
Easy to use API to evaluation key performance metrics.