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IQD Awarded EcoVadis Gold

IQD-Frequency — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:18:02 GMT

EcoVadis Rating validates IQD’s business sustainability commitments and performanceIQD is proud to announce it has achieved Gold medal status from EcoVadis, a global leader in business sustainability assessments. IQD scored 82% placing the comp...(read more)

IQXO-691: low voltage clock oscillators from IQD

IQD-Frequency — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 15:57:00 GMT

Today, billions of electronic devices are developed to suit consumer needs. As technology evolves, devices need to run at lower and lower voltages and this means that systems may need to have multiple supply rails. Because of this IQD have produced a...(read more)

IQXC-240-Miniature Quartz Crystal

IQD-Frequency — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 15:47:44 GMT

Ideal for IoT, smart-home and wearable devices IQD Frequency Products offers one of the world’s smallest quartz crystals, the IQXC-240, which measures just 1.2 x 1.0mm with a height of only 0.33mm. The IQXC-240 is avail...(read more)

IQD Present New Video Training on Oscillators

IQD-Frequency — Wed, 12 Feb 2025 14:17:44 GMT

Are you curious about oscillators and how they work? Join Nick Amey MIET, Technical Director at IQD Frequency Products, as he shares this insightful presentation. Learn about the fundamentals of oscillators, different types, and how they play a cruc...(read more)

IQD's IQXO-54x series - Miniature Oscillator for multiple applications

IQD-Frequency — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 11:20:00 GMT

More and more design-engineers are moving towards smaller packaged frequency products. Housed in a miniature package of 2.0 x 1.6 x 0.7 mm, the IQXO-54x is a standard CMOS oscillator suitable for many different applications, such as Audio & Multi...(read more)

IQD's Extended range of -40 to 125°C crystals - IQXC-42

IQD-Frequency — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 10:57:58 GMT

Extended Temperature Crystal Components capable of withstanding high operating temperatures are increasingly in demand, and it is not just by engineers working on the traditional high temperature or extreme applications, for example downhole. This tr...(read more)

IQXC-26 Miniature Quartz Crystal from IQD

IQD-Frequency — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 10:55:18 GMT

IQD's ultra miniature crystal, the IQXC-26 is a 4-pad crystal is housed in a 1.6 x 1.2 x 0.4mm ceramic package which has a seamed sealed metal lid. This lid is grounded in order to reduce the effects of EMC radiation. This makes the IQXC-26 ideal for...(read more)

Disciplined oscillator offers extended holdover

IQD-Frequency — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 11:57:44 GMT

The IQCM-200 is a disciplined OCXO, incorporating sync to a 1 PPS (pulse per second) input as well as a 1 PPS output. Its exceptional holdover stability and accuracy makes this particular product a superlative Disciplined OCXO. The IQCM-200 is part o...(read more)

Load Capacitance - Choosing the right capacitors for effective oscillation circuits

IQD-Frequency — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 11:25:46 GMT

The load capacitance in the oscillation circuit is one of the most important values for guaranteeing the precision of a quartz crystal. Nevertheless, at the same time it is one of the most common causes of error during the design of an oscillation ci...(read more)

Low Voltage Clock Oscillator - IQXO-691

IQD-Frequency — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 11:08:22 GMT

6 Key Parameters for Quartz Crystal Specification

IQD-Frequency — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 13:42:47 GMT

When it comes to designing and optimizing electronic circuits, specifying the right quartz crystal is a critical step that can significantly impact performance. With a plethora of options available, understanding the key parameters is essential to en...(read more)

CMOS vs HCMOS vs ACMOS – A History Lesson in Oscillators

IQD-Frequency — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 13:42:30 GMT

Unlocking the secrets of crystal oscillator technology, this blog aims to clarify the differences between CMOS, HCMOS, and ACMOS, unraveling the unique characteristics that make each a distinctive player in the world of electronic circuits. CMOS (Com...(read more)