Industry Update: Lead Times for TCXOs

The ECS Inc. Plan For Your Temperature Compensated Crystal Oscillators

After the unfortunate 2020 fire at the AKM semiconductor factory, lead times for TCXO chip ASICs were pushed out significantly. However, ECS Inc. is proud to provide this industry update on one product that previously experienced a slowdown in distribution: the highly sought-after temperature compensated crystal oscillators (TCXOs).

Lead times for these crystal oscillators have been significantly reduced to an average of 14 to 16 weeks. Prior to this time, you could have seen lead times out as far as 40 weeks or more, as a great deal of uncertainty surrounded the disaster at AKM.

This is good news for engineers in the design community who require TCXOs to ensure high-performing timing solutions in temperatures that may exceed ranges for which other crystal oscillators are designed. Although it is true that the AKM fire reverberated through the industry, this challenge has been mitigated – and the supply chain is now flowing to make TCXOs available for your design.

ECS Inc. has many types of TCXOs in distribution that can be shipped upon ordering. A14-to-16-week lead time range will apply to ordering TCXOs that are not readily in-stock.

What Makes TCXOs So Desirable in Today’s Marketplace?

Outside of the challenges from the AKM fire, the global demand for TCXOs has continued to increase. Importantly, the raw materials used for TCXOs are also used in a number of other components which reduces allocation for TCXO materials. Further, these components – which provide better performance than a standard oscillator when operated at a wider temperature range – are required in wired and wireless communications.

TCXOs are used in high-frequency and microwave-frequency ranges, as well as for satellite communications. They are also used in digital communications, as this oscillator is highly effective for data storage and central office equipment.

What Else You Should Know About ECS Inc. Inventory and Lead Times

Fortunately, lead times on most other ECS Inc. products have also come down significantly, especially in the last eight or nine months. ECS Inc.’s authorized distributors generally have the inventory you need for many standard components.

For instance, electronic components with a smaller form factor have become a priority for many engineers. Where smaller used to mean more costly, this is no longer the case, and ECS Inc. can get your order moving.

ECS Inc.’s Foresight Continues to Help Meet Engineer’s Needs

ECS Inc. has continued to foster important relationships to ensure that TCXOs and other electronic components would be available as soon as possible, even in the midst of the many challenges the electronics industry has faced in recent years. This is a testament to ECS Inc.’s foresight, planning and credibility in the marketplace.

To continue this pattern of excellence, ECS Inc. is staying on top of what might be the next highly desired product that will require planning and development for even more efficient lead times: AI.

ECS Inc. anticipates the need for timing solutions in applications that will utilize AI technology. Whether that means the development of smarter, more intuitive Internet of Things (IoT) applications or safety features for the newest generation of vehicles, ECS Inc. will provide the frequency-based electronic components required to meet this industry’s needs. This is simply the ECS Inc. way: to play a significant role in supporting the scientific advancements that matter on a global scale.

Get in Touch with ECS Inc. for Your Frequency Solutions, Including TCXOs

Engineers in the market for temperature compensated crystal oscillators or any ECS Inc. electronic components always have the resources they need to ensure their timing solutions are handled efficiently and effectively.

Use these ECS Inc. support mechanisms when you need to reach out:

• For questions and assistance with ECS Inc. products, contact the engineering support team.
• Connect with ECS Inc.’s list of global distributors to get your product needs met.
• For general questions and inquiries, reach out to the ECS Inc. headquarters.

ECS Inc. looks forward to delivering the products you require as soon as possible. The solutions you develop for our world are highly important and the ECS Inc. team is proud to support your endeavors.