{"product_id":"3-64-mhz-3-pin-ceramic-resonator-crystal","title":"3.64 MHz 3 Pin Ceramic Resonator (Crystal)","description":"\u003ch5\u003eOverview \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen designing compact digital circuits, saving board space is a constant priority. The \u003cstrong\u003e3.64 MHz 3-Pin Ceramic Resonator\u003c\/strong\u003e (often referred to colloquially as a 3-pin crystal) provides a reliable timing clock signal for your microcontrollers while eliminating the need for external load capacitors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable at Tomson Electronics, this small, low-profile component functions similarly to a standard quartz crystal but features a built-in capacitance network. The two outer pins connect directly to your IC's oscillator pins, while the center pin is tied straight to ground. This integrated design reduces your total component count, simplifies PCB routing, and makes it an ideal choice for consumer electronics, IR remote controls, and budget-friendly microcontroller projects where absolute extreme precision is not as critical as space and cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso searched as:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.64 mhz resonator, 3 pin crystal oscillator, ceramic clock generator, 3.64mhz timing component, microcontroller clock with built in caps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Frequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.64 MHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComponent Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ceramic Resonator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small SIP (Single In-line Package) \/ Conformal Coated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePin Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 Pins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Through-Hole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in Load Capacitance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes (Typically internally tied to the center ground pin)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically ±0.5% (Suitable for most standard microcontrollers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e -20°C to +80°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsumer Electronics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Providing the heartbeat for TV remotes, electronic toys, and basic home appliances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicrocontroller Timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clocking budget 8-bit microcontrollers (like PIC or AVR) where highly precise timing (like RTCs or high-speed USB) is not strictly required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact PCB Designs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saving valuable board space by omitting the two external ceramic capacitors required by standard 2-pin quartz crystals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the difference between this 3-pin component and a standard 2-pin crystal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: A standard 2-pin quartz crystal requires you to add two external ceramic load capacitors to the circuit for it to oscillate properly. This 3-pin ceramic resonator has those capacitors built into its package. The outer two pins act as the standard crystal connections, and the middle pin acts as the shared ground for the internal capacitors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it matter which way I plug it in?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: No. The resonator is symmetrical. The center pin must always go to ground, but the two outer pins can be connected to the microcontroller's XTAL1 and XTAL2 pins interchangeably without affecting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is a ceramic resonator as accurate as a quartz crystal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA: Ceramic resonators are slightly less precise (usually around ±0.5% tolerance) compared to quartz crystals (which are measured in parts-per-million). For 95% of basic microcontroller tasks, this difference is unnoticeable. 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