Areas of use and applications Example Automotive:

Crystals, SMD crystals, oscillating crystals, oscillators, resonators and filters are used in numerous control and communication systems in automotive electronics. Typical applications include engine control, transmission electronics, cruise control, speed control and drive-by-wire systems. Frequency-generating components are also required in comfort functions such as seat heating, electric seat adjustment, window regulator control, air conditioning control and interior lighting. They also play an important role in instrument clusters, head-up displays, central displays, infotainment systems and GPS receivers. They are also relevant in modern vehicle architectures for Bluetooth, USB and Ethernet applications as well as in telematics and tracking systems.

For ADAS and driver assistance systems, precise clock signals are an essential basis for the reliable processing of sensor data. Crystals and oscillators support applications such as emergency brake assist, lane departure warning, drowsiness detection, reversing assist and camera systems. Radar for vehicles, ADAS sensors and advanced driver assistance systems also require stable frequency references for precise signal processing. A constant and low-interference clock supply is particularly important in safety-relevant systems. These components therefore contribute to the functionality of modern assistance systems and the performance of networked vehicle technology.

SMD crystals and SMD oscillating crystals are particularly suitable for compact and highly integrated automotive applications with limited installation space. They are used, for example, in instrument clusters, indicator lights, head-up displays, secondary displays and multimedia systems. These components are also relevant in electronic chassis controls, damper controls and HMI systems for agricultural vehicles. Thanks to their design, they can be easily integrated into modern electronic control units and communication modules. They therefore support the increasing miniaturization and functional density in automotive electronics.

In e-mobility, crystals and oscillators are used in applications such as charging technology for electric vehicles, high-voltage vehicle electrical systems, inductive charging, charging stations and on-board chargers. These systems require precise frequency components in order to reliably perform control, communication and monitoring functions. Stable clock generators also play an important role in the electronic coordination of various components in the on-board charging infrastructure. With the increasing complexity of electrified vehicles, the importance of high-quality frequency-generating components is also growing. They are therefore a central component of modern charging and energy architectures in the automotive environment.

Crystals, oscillators and filters are used in many communication and telematics systems in vehicles. These include Bluetooth applications, Ethernet applications, USB interfaces, vehicle antennas, car radios and navigation systems. Fleet management systems, vehicle tracking systems, container tracking systems and access control solutions also benefit from precise frequency components. In networked vehicles, these components are important for supporting data transmission, signal stability and system communication. As a result, they make a significant contribution to modern connectivity and telematics solutions in the automotive industry.

PETERMANN-TECHNIK is a specialized partner for crystals, SMD crystals, oscillating crystals, oscillators, resonators and filters in demanding automotive applications. The company addresses a wide range of applications from engine control and infotainment to ADAS, telematics and charging electronics for electric vehicles. This provides B2B customers with technical solutions for various areas of modern automotive electronics from a single source. The clear focus on frequency technology creates confidence in the selection of suitable components for complex systems. In addition, the frequency experts at PETERMANN-TECHNIK are available for direct and personal advice by phone or email.