Microchip Technology introduced the EX-423 Evacuated Miniature Crystal Oscillator (EMXO), designed for applications requiring high stability, accuracy, and long-term reliability in space- and power-constrained environments. The EX-423 features rugged construction with ultra-high vacuum sealing for thermal insulation, a four-point quartz crystal mount for shock resistance, and operates efficiently with low power consumption. It targets uses in GPS/GNSS tracking, military radios, medical devices, seismic systems, and satellite communications, offering improved frequency stability and RF performance in a small 13 mm x 13 mm package. The product is now available for purchase, supporting Microchip's broad portfolio of timing solutions.
