# Crystal, FC3BQ Series, 12 MHz, 50 ppm, 50 ppm, 20 pF
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**SKU**: FC3BQBBME12.0-T3
**Manufacturer**: ABRACON
**Category**: Crystals & Oscillators || Crystals
**Price**: €0.2580
**Stock**: 1000+
**Lead Time**: 78 days (indicative)
## Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (04-Feb-2026) |
| Frequency Nom | 12MHz |
| Product Range | FC3BQ Series |
| Load Capacitance | 20pF |
| Crystal Frequency | 12MHz |
| Crystal Case / Package | SMD, 3.2mm x 2.5mm |
| Frequency Stability + / - | 50ppm |
| Frequency Tolerance + / - | 50ppm |
| Operating Temperature Max | 70°C |
| Operating Temperature Min | -10°C |
## Datasheet
📄 [Download PDF](https://novapart.co/datasheet/farnell:4327387RL/)
## FC3BQ (Former FQ3225B)
## **3.2mm x 2.5mm**
## **SMD Crystal**
## **Features**
- Tolerances down to ±20 PPM
- Stabilities down to ±10 PPM
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|STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS|
|PARAMETERS|MAX (Unless otherwise noted)|
|Frequency Range|12.000 ~ 50.000 MHz|
|Frequency Tolerance @ 25°C|(See options below)|
|Frequency Stability, ref 25°C|
|Over Operating Temp Range|(See options below)|
|Temperature Range|
|Operating (TOPR)|(See options below)|
|Storage (TSTG)|-55°C ~ +125°C|
|Shunt Capacitance (CO)|3 pF|
|Load Capacitance (CL)|(See options below)|
|Drive Level|100µW|
|Aging per year (@ 25°C)|±5 PPM|
|Maximum Soldering Temp / Time|260°C / 10 Seconds|
|Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) per|1|
|J-STD-033|
|Termination Finish|Ag|
|Seal Method|Resin|
|Lead (Pb) Free|YES|
|RoHS Compliant|YES|
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**DIMENSIONS / MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS**
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|Frequency Range (MHz)|Operating Mode|Max ESR|Ω|
|12.000 ~ 15.999999|Fundamental|120|
|16.000 ~ 20.000|Fundamental|100|
|20.000001 ~ 25.000|Fundamental|80|
|25.000001 ~ 30.000|Fundamental|60|
|30.000001 ~ 50.000|Fundamental|50|
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Note: Dimensional drawing is for reference to critical specifications defined by size measurements. Certain noncritical visual attributes, such as side castellations, cover shape, etc. may vary.
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|AVAILABLE OPERATING TEMPERATURES AND STABILITIES*|
|Operating Temperature|±10 PPM|±15 PPM|±20 PPM|±25 PPM|±30 PPM|±50 PPM|
|-10°C ~ +70°C|O|O|O|O|O|O|
|-20°C ~ +70°C|O|O|O|O|O|O|
|-40°C ~ +85°C|X|X|X|X|O|O|
|Key: O = Available, X = Not Available, ∆ = Consult Fox Technical Support *Does not imply a stocked part.|
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## FC3BQ
(Former FQ3225B)
## **3.2mm x 2.5mm**
## **SMD Crystal**
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|TAPE SPECIFICATIONS (mm)|REEL SPECIFICATIONS (mm)|
|A|B|C|D|E|F|REEL QTY|G|H|I|J|K|L|M|
|ø1.5|4.0|4.0|3.5|8.0|1.25|-T3 = 3,000|2.0|Ø13|Ø21|Ø62|Ø178|9.0|1.2|
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## **Available Options & Part Identification for SMD Crystal FC3BQ** ~~**[1]**~~
**Sample PN: FC3BQBBME25.0-T3**
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|F|C3BQ|B|B|M|E|25.0|-T3|
|Fox|Model|Tolerance|Stability|Load|Operating|Frequency|Values Added|
|Number|B =|±|50 PPM|B =|±|50 PPM|Capacitance|[2 ]|Temperature|(MHz)|Options|
|C = ±30 PPM|C = ±30 PPM|V = 7pF|E = -10 to +70°C|Blank = Bulk|
|D = ±25 PPM|D = ±25 PPM|D = 8pF|F = -20 to +70°C|T3 = 3,000 pcs|
|E = ±20 PPM|E = ±20 PPM|E = 10pF|M = -40 to +85°C|
|F = ±15 PPM|G = 12pF|
|H = ±10 PPM|K = 16pF|
|M = 20pF|
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1 Not all frequency, tolerance, stability, load, and operating temperature combinations may be available.
2 Listed load capacitances represent the most commonly used. Other load capacitances are available. Contact us for assistance
**Reliability Test Conditions** Please contact Abracon Quality Assurance department
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## Links
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