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PTP [IEEE1588] Grandmaster Clock Module

The PTP [IEEE1588]Grandmaster Clock Module generates and distributes precisely synchronised time across Ethernet networks.

  • Uses Precision Time Protocol (PTP) to IEEE-1588 v2
  • Distributes time to remote PTP clients and slaves over a network
  • Advanced hardware-generated timestamps
  • GPS input source
  • Provides ±100 nanosecond timing accuracy (locked to GPS)
  • M211 Internal disciplined oscillator provides stability if input source interrupted
  • Precision Time Protocol (PTP), described in the IEEE 1588-2008 version 2 standard, allows for extremely precise synchronization of networks.

An absolute timing accuracy of better than 100 nanoseconds to UTC can be achieved using this protocol as it uses hardware-generated timestamps. 

This provides significant improvements on the accuracy of network-distributed time over legacy Network Time Protocol (NTP) servers.

The PTP Grandmaster Clock Module is available as an option on the M210 & M211 Timing Systems.



PTP [IEEE1588] Grandmaster Clock datasheet


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