[time-nuts] Re: What phase variations to expect in a DMTD due to temperature fluctuations?

[Poul-Henning Kamp]

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Erik Kaashoek via time-nuts writes:

> The rest is digital and not expected to be temperature sensitive.

At a 1ps level of interest, that is not a well-founded expectation.

In particular look out for power-supply variations, which will transpose the trigger point for your "digital" clock-signals.

PS: Do not ignore mechanics either: At the speed of light 1ps takes you only 0.3mm.

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