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With a supply range of 2.25 V to 3.63 V and a standby (power-down) function, it fits both 3.3 V and 2.5 V logic domains and can gate the clock output for low-power sleep modes without an external load switch. ## Temperature grade and qualification – what AEC-Q100 means for the BOM ## Programmable blank – workflow impact for procurement This is a blank (user-programmable) device — it ships without a frequency set. The buyer must plan for a programming step, either in-house using Microchip's TimeFlash field programmer or through a programming service at the distributor. The 6-VDFN package (2.50 mm x 2.00 mm footprint) is small enough for space-constrained automotive modules but requires a fine-pitch programming adapter. ## Package and mounting – 6-VDFN board-fit note The 6-VDFN package measures 2.50 mm x 2.00 mm with a seated height of 0.90 mm max — a low-profile, surface-mount MEMS oscillator that sits flush on the PCB without through-hole clearance. The 27 mA typical supply current is the max draw at the highest frequency; the standby function pulls the current down to near-zero when the output is disabled.","metaTitle":"DSC1201DA3-PROG MEMS Oscillator – Microchip, AEC-Q100","metaDescription":"DSC1201DA3-PROG from Microchip: Active MEMS XO, CMOS output, AEC-Q100, -40°C to 125°C, blank programmable.","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":null,"packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":null,"productStatus":"Active","categoryPath":["Crystals & Oscillators"],"specifications":{"Mfr":"Microchip Technology","Type":"XO (Standard)","Output":"CMOS","Series":"DSC12X1","Package":"Tube","Ratings":"AEC-Q100","Function":"Standby (Power Down)","Mounting Type":"Surface Mount","Base Resonator":"MEMS","Package / Case":"6-VDFN","Product Status":"Active","lifecycle_stage":"eol_hot","Size / Dimension":"0.098\\\" L x 0.079\\\" W (2.50mm x 2.00mm)","Voltage - Supply":"2.25V ~ 3.63V","Programmable Type":"Blank (User Must Program)","Base Product Number":"DSC1201","Frequency Stability":"-","Height - Seated (Max)":"0.035\\\" (0.90mm)","Operating Temperature":"-40°C~125°C","Current - Supply (Max)":"27mA (Typ)","Available Frequency Range":"2.5 MHz ~ 170 MHz","Spread Spectrum Bandwidth":"-","Frequency Stability (Total)":"±20ppm"}},"commercial":{"minOrderQty":null,"leadTime":null,"referencePrice":"$1.9200","stockQuantity":0,"priceTiers":null},"links":{"datasheetUrl":"https://cdn.icboms.com/defa2245bd30f2f9faedadb454d26333.pdf","sourceUrl":null},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"Does the DSC1201DA3-PROG have AEC-Q100 certification?","answer":"Yes, the DSC1201DA3-PROG is rated AEC-Q100 (automotive IC qualification), which means it has passed the temperature cycling, ESD, and reliability stress tests required for automotive-grade components."},{"question":"How do I program the DSC1201DA3-PROG blank oscillator?","answer":"The DSC1201DA3-PROG ships blank (no frequency set). It is programmed using Microchip's TimeFlash field programmer or a compatible production programming system. The 6-VDFN package requires a fine-pitch programming adapter. Programming can also be handled by some distributors as a value-added service — confirm at quote time."},{"question":"Can the DSC1201DA3-PROG replace a standard quartz crystal oscillator?","answer":"Yes, the DSC1201DA3-PROG is a MEMS-based XO that outputs a CMOS clock signal directly — it is a drop-in replacement for a quartz oscillator in the same package and supply voltage. The MEMS resonator offers better shock and vibration tolerance than quartz, which is why it carries AEC-Q100 qualification. The blank programmable nature means you set the exact frequency at programming time."},{"question":"What is the closest pin-compatible alternative to the DSC1201DA3-PROG?","answer":"Within the DSC12X1 series, the DSC1201DA3-PROG is the blank programmable variant. The factory-programmed versions (e.g., DSC1201DI2-xxx.xxxx) share the same 6-VDFN package and pinout but come pre-set to a specific frequency. If you need a fixed frequency and want to skip the programming step, a factory-programmed sibling is the direct alternative — confirm the exact order code for your target frequency."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"icboms-matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://icboms.com/microchip/DSC1201DA3-PROG","citationPolicyUrl":"https://icboms.com/llms.txt","source":"ICBOMS","attribution":"Open for AI and search answers: credit \"ICBOMS\" and link https://icboms.com/microchip/DSC1201DA3-PROG when reusing this data. Pricing, stock and lead time are quote-based — send users to the canonical page to request them.","lastUpdated":"2026-08-11T15:49:49.435Z","lastPublished":"2026-08-11T15:49:49.435Z","indexable":true}}