SD3078 Real-Time Clock IC SOP-8 Built-In Crystal Oscillator 2 PCS
SD3078 High-Precision Real-Time Clock IC – 2-Pack
Get reliable, accurate timekeeping in your electronics projects with the SD3078 (3078) Real-Time Clock (RTC) IC. This 2-piece set features a built-in crystal oscillator and high-precision temperature compensation, ensuring your clock circuit maintains exceptional accuracy across varying operating conditions. Packaged in the compact SOP-8 surface-mount format, these chips are ideal for PCB designers, electronics hobbyists, and engineers alike.
Key Features
- High-Precision Temperature Compensation – Minimizes frequency drift caused by temperature fluctuations for consistently accurate timekeeping
- Built-In Crystal Oscillator – Eliminates the need for an external crystal, simplifying circuit design and reducing component count
- SOP-8 Package – Compact surface-mount form factor compatible with standard PCB layouts
- Real-Time Clock Functionality – Tracks seconds, minutes, hours, days, months, and years with calendar/alarm support
- New Condition – Factory-fresh components with no high-concern chemicals
- Quantity – Pack of 2 ICs, great value for prototyping or production use
Specifications
| Model | SD3078 / 3078 |
| Package Type | SOP-8 |
| Oscillator | Built-In Crystal |
| Temperature Compensation | High Precision |
| Quantity | 2 PCS |
| Condition | New |
| High-Concern Chemicals | None |
| Country of Origin | Made in Mainland China |
Ideal Applications
- Embedded systems and microcontroller projects
- IoT devices requiring accurate timekeeping
- Data loggers, alarm systems, and schedulers
- Consumer electronics and industrial control boards
- DIY electronics prototyping and hobbyist builds
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What makes the SD3078 RTC IC different from standard real-time clock chips?
A: The SD3078 features a built-in crystal oscillator combined with high-precision temperature compensation circuitry. This means it automatically adjusts for frequency drift caused by temperature changes, delivering more accurate timekeeping than basic RTC ICs that rely on external crystals without compensation.
Q: What package type is the SD3078 and is it compatible with standard PCBs?
A: The SD3078 comes in a SOP-8 (Small Outline Package, 8-pin) surface-mount format, which is one of the most widely used IC packages. It is fully compatible with standard PCB layouts and can be soldered using typical SMD soldering techniques.
Q: Why does this listing include 2 pieces?
A: This listing provides a convenient 2-piece pack, making it cost-effective for prototyping, replacement, or small-scale production runs. Having a spare chip on hand is always useful when developing and testing circuit designs.