> Even a resonator often isn't good enough The range is better than it used to be. For example Murata have several tight products. Not quite crystals but in the 100's ppm (0.05% typical) http://www.murata.com/articles/ta0541.pdf Meeting the demand for USB etc Factors for the OP to consider include cost (and cost benefit), size, assembly, long-term (vs initial accuracy), stability and availability --=20 http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist .