[time-nuts] 10Mhz source?

[Eamon Skelton]

Lee Reynolds wrote:
> Hi, people.
> 
> I'm in need of an extremely accurate 10MHz signal source (doing some
> alignment of receiver TXCOs.)
> 
> Would anyone know of a source I could either visit or borrow in NH/VT?

How accurate does it need to be? An OCXO tuned to
zero beat with WWV will easily get you within 1Hz.

10MHz OCXOs are easy to find on eBay.

> Failing that, what's a reasonable plan for buying one that won't break my
> piggy bank? I see that there are a fair number of those Trimble GPS clock
> units showing up on eBay but have no idea of their utility...
> 
> TIA,
>      Lee

There are a few GPSDOs with a 10MHz output. The Trimble units
would be ideal. Also look at the Navsync CW12-TIM.

If you fancy a bit of homebrew, see James Miller's excellent
design: http://www.jrmiller.demon.co.uk/projects/ministd/frqstd0.htm




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