Consumer Electronics
What is the consumer electronics industry?
The number of objects equipped with wireless network connectivity is expanding. Instead of just PCs and smartphones, electronic equipment of all kinds are being connected to the Internet with the development of the Internet of Things (IoT). The demand for low-power components in this equipment is rising, and crystal devices are no exception.
Examples of Epson Crystal Devices in use
IoT Devices
Crystal Units
Epson crystal units are used as a wireless frequency reference in IoT modules. These crystal units need to be small and have low resistance values.
Smartphones
Crystal Units with Thermistors
Epson TCXOs, or crystal units with an integrated thermistor, are used as a reference wireless frequency in smartphones. These crystal units need to be small and have low resistance values or low noise.
PC
32.768 kHz Crystal Units
Epson 32.768 kHz crystal units are used for clock and calendar functions. A back-up power source keeps the clock running even when the PC is in Sleep mode or turned off.