WHITE RABBIT timing solutions
OPEN STANDARDS
SCALABILITY AND PRECISION
At Timebeat, we deliver enterprise-grade White Rabbit timing solutions that enable sub-nanosecond accuracy across high-performance networks. Designed for industries where every picosecond matters—such as finance, telecom, physics, quantum and defence.
Enhanced IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol (PTP) with Synchronous Ethernet (SyncE) and hardware timestamping, our solution ensures deterministic timing performance across fibre networks up to 100 km.
WHITE RABBIT INPUT. FREQUENCY OUTPUT. PRECISION AT THE EDGE
The Open Time Node WR is a high-precision, compact White Rabbit timing node built to distribute frequency and clock signals with exceptional stability. Designed to operate at the edge of your infrastructure, this appliance takes White Rabbit input and outputs reference signals
ULTRA-DENSE 1RU CHASSIS - UP TO 3 NODES PER 1RU
Engineered with density in mind, the Open Time Node WR fits up to three units per 1RU in standard 19" racks, making it ideal for space-conscious deployments in data centres or edge cabinets. Whether you’re supporting low-latency trading servers, telecom base stations, or precision lab instruments, this node ensures sub-nanosecond timing accuracy.
FREQUENCY (10MHZ), PPS, AND OTHER TIMING SIGNALS
Open Time Node WR supporting real-time synchronisation of critical devices with 10 MHz frequency, PPS and other timing signals. With options for OCXO or Rubidium oscillators, it provides holdover capability and high-frequency stability, perfectly suited for environments requiring uninterrupted, traceable timing.
OPEN TIME NODE
MAIN FEATURES
The Open Time Node WR receives, sub-nanosecond synchronisation over Ethernet using fully integrated White Rabbit, PTP, and SyncE protocols, making it the ideal last mile distribution system for high-availability networks in finance, telecom, and national infrastructure.
With a 1RU chassis supporting up to three Open Time Node WR units per rack unit, you can deploy more timing capacity in less space—perfect for data centres, colocation facilities, or hardened defence environments where footprint and power matter.
Engineered to integrate seamlessly with White Rabbit nodes and timing receivers, the Open Time Source WR acts as a central synchronisation hub, distributing accurate time to downstream devices with sub-nanosecond precision.
Built to meet the strict timing demands of sectors like financial trading, 5G telecom, broadcast media, defence, and critical infrastructure, the Open Time Source WR supports IEEE 1588-2019, SyncE, and White Rabbit standards, ensuring global interoperability and long-term relevance.
Integrated with Timebeat’s orchestration and monitoring platform, the Open Time Source WR gives operators real-time control over synchronisation performance, audit trails, and event logging—enabling smarter timing infrastructure management across distributed networks.
GNSS-RESILIENT TIMING WITH ADVANCE HOLDOVER
The Open Time Source WR is a purpose-built White Rabbit master clock that forms the heart of your time distribution infrastructure. Designed to act as the synchronization hub, this unit distributes White Rabbit signals across your network with deterministic precision, ensuring thousands of nodes remain aligned to a unified time source.
ULTRA-DENSE 1RU CHASSIS - UP TO 3 NODES PER 1RU
Built to match the form factor of the Open Time Node WR, the Open Time Source WR also allows up to three units per 1RU, giving you unparalleled density and deployment flexibility. With support for multi-constellation GNSS input, including anti-jamming and anti-spoofing features, the Open Time Source WR ensures resilient PTP, SyncE, and White Rabbit distribution—even in GNSS-contested environments.
LOW-LATENCY, HIGH-INTEGRITY TIME DISTRIBUTION
Integrated with Timebeat’s management software, the Open Time Source WR enables complete visibility, configuration, and control over your time architecture, whether deployed in a financial exchange, telecom network, or defence facility.
OPEN TIME SOURCE
MAIN FEATURES
The Open Time Source WR delivers deterministic, sub-nanosecond synchronisation over Ethernet using fully integrated White Rabbit, PTP, and SyncE protocols, making it the ideal master clock for high-availability networks in finance, telecom, and national infrastructure.
With a 1RU chassis supporting up to three Open Time Source WR per rack unit, you can deploy more timing capacity in less space—perfect for data centres, colocation facilities, or hardened defence environments where footprint and power matter.
Featuring multi-band GNSS input with anti-jamming and anti-spoofing capabilities and support for OCXO, Rubidium, or Caesium oscillators, the Open WR Master ensures robust holdover timing in GNSS-denied or contested environments.
Engineered to integrate seamlessly with White Rabbit nodes and timing receivers, the Open Time Source WR acts as a central synchronisation hub, distributing accurate time to downstream devices with sub-nanosecond precision.
Built to meet the strict timing demands of sectors like financial trading, 5G telecom, broadcast media, defence, and critical infrastructure, the Open Time Source WR supports IEEE 1588-2019, SyncE, and White Rabbit standards, ensuring global interoperability and long-term relevance.
Integrated with Timebeat’s orchestration and monitoring platform, the Open Time Source WR gives operators real-time control over synchronisation performance, audit trails, and event logging—enabling smarter timing infrastructure management across distributed networks.
Complete White Rabbit Architecture
Together, the Open Time Node WR and Open Time Source WR form a scalable, end-to-end White Rabbit timing solution. Deployed as a synchronized system, they enable sub-nanosecond synchronization from the core to the edge of your infrastructure.
Example Deployment
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At the core: The Open Time Source WR distributes White Rabbit and PTP signals throughout the network.
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At the edge: Open Time Node WR units receive the White Rabbit timing stream and output frequency references (10 MHz, PPS) to local systems.
This architecture delivers deterministic, traceable timing for distributed infrastructures—no GNSS at the edge required.
Ultra-high Precision
Sub-nanosecond accuracy
(<1 ns), picosecond jitter.
PTP-Based
Extends IEEE 1588 (PTP) with hardware enhancements.
Deterministic Timing
Uses SyncE & phase tracking for stability.
Open-Source
Free gateware, software, and hardware designs.
Hardware Timestamping
FPGA/ASIC-based for minimal latency.
Automatic Delay Calibration
Compensates for fiber/copper delays.
Scalable
Supports 1,000+ nodes over 10 km distances.
Redundancy
Fault-tolerant with backup timing paths.
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Telecom & 5G
Achieve phase and frequency alignment across your O-RAN and 5G backhaul networks. Deploy the Open Time Source WR at the core and Open Time Node WR units at edge sites for precise timing without GPS dependency.
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Financial Services
Ensure full compliance with MiFID II, FINRA, and SEC timestamping requirements using a resilient timing network built on Open Time Source WR and frequency distribution nodes. Our solutions power low-latency trading platforms with reliable, traceable time.
Defence & Aerospace
Deploy GNSS-resilient time synchronization in mission-critical environments. The compact form factor and secure time integrity of the Open Time Source WR and Time Node WR make them ideal for mobile, tactical, or contested deployments.
What is the White Rabbit Project?
White Rabbit is an open-source Ethernet-based network protocol delivering sub-nanosecond synchronisation, developed by CERN, GSI Helmholtz Centre, and partners. It enhances IEEE 1588 PTP with Synchronous Ethernet (SyncE) and hardware timestamping to achieve extreme precision, compensating for network delays and environmental factors.
Application
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Physics research (particle accelerators)
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Financial trading (ultra-low latency)
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Metrology labs (time distribution)
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Telecom edge nodes for O-RAN / small cell base stations
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Video/audio sync in broadcast production and post
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Distributed systems (data centres, telecom)
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Defence networks requiring precise time/frequency at remote sites
Open WR Product Line
Rack-efficient
Three appliances per 1RU saves critical space
Modular Oscillators
Choose OCXO, Rubidium, or Caesium for holdover resilience
Full Software Visibility
Monitor, configure, and troubleshoot with Timebeat’s orchestration layer
GNSS Input (SOURCE)
Multi-band support with spoofing detection
Plug & Play Node Deployment
No GNSS required at the edge
Multi-GNSS Disciplining
It doesn’t just rely on one satellite network—it continuously verifies signals across GPS, Galileo, BeiDou, and GLONASS to ensure a stable and resilient holdover.
Triple-Clock Validation
It’s not enough to take time from one source. The Open Time Appliance runs a real-time clock quorum algorithm, cross-checking multiple references to eliminate bad data and prevent drift.
Designed for all network
The Open Time Appliance supports Precision Time Protocol (PTPv2) and Synchronous Ethernet (SyncE) —ensuring that time is distributed with extreme accuracy.
Real-time Drift & Spoof Detection
If a time source starts to drift, the Open Time Appliance detects the anomaly and rejects bad data before it ever affects your network.
If a GPS signal is spoofed, it flags and corrects the error—keeping your system secure and accurate.
Multi-GNSS Disciplining
It doesn’t just rely on one satellite network—it continuously verifies signals across GPS, Galileo, BeiDou, and GLONASS to ensure a stable and resilient holdover.
Triple-Clock Validation
It’s not enough to take time from one source. The Open Time Appliance runs a real-time clock quorum algorithm, cross-checking multiple references to eliminate bad data and prevent drift.
Designed for high-speed, low-latency network
The Open Time Appliance supports Precision Time Protocol (PTPv2) and Synchronous Ethernet (SyncE) —ensuring that time is distributed with extreme accuracy.
Real-time Drift & Spoof Detection
If a time source starts to drift, the Open Time Appliance detects the anomaly and rejects bad data before it ever affects your network.
If a GPS signal is spoofed, it flags and corrects the error—keeping your system secure and accurate.
IEEE1588 PTP & NTP Grandmaster
The Open time Appliance is built for scale. Enabling over 10'000 PTP unicast sessions and countless more NTP sessions.
Supported PTP Profiles:
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Default E2E
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Default P2P
Power:
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Utility IEC 61850-9-3
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IEEE C.37.238-2011
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IEEE C.37.238-2017
Telecom:
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ITU-T G.8265.1
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ITU-T G.8275.1
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ITU-T G.8275.2
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SMPTE ST 2059-2 AES67
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IEEE 802.1AS TSN/AVB Profile
Clock Quorum Technology
The power of 3, because precision needs proof.
The Open Time Appliance, has built in clock quorum technology, not only for resilience but to evidence the synchronisation capabilities.
Too many devices on the market claim precision with little in the way of testing capabilities, our systems provide raw evidence with clear metrics and comparisons through a concenses mesh.
Low on Space & Power
With all 3 units only taking up 1RU of 19" rack space. You no longer need to sacrifice expensive datacentre space and power resources for gold standard timing.All of our units fit the same form factor, which means even a rubidium device is capable of being deployed in even the most space constrained environments.
Resilience and Redundancy
Tripple modular redundancy provides the most robust and resilient system. This is not only fault tolerant but also enhnaces synchronisation capabiities.The Open time appliance is a low cost solution to tripple modular redundancy as purchasing 3 units is typically less than 2 units from our competitors.
<5ns Accuracy and Precision
Flagship solutions integreated into all of our models from Ublox allow these devices to be accurate to less than 5 nanoseconds to UTC.
With advanced features for anti-jam and anti-spoof counter measures these units maintain accuracy and precision even during sub-optimal conditions
Frequency Generation
From OCXO to high-end atomic rubidium and low-swap caesium
It must use a single-board computer that is deployed in millions of units for the best reliability
It must run the same Timebeat software that works so well everywhere already.
MAIN FEATURES
Ready to Build Your White Rabbit Network?
Timebeat provides the hardware, software, and expertise to deploy precision timing systems that scale with your infrastructure. Whether you're designing a new data centre, upgrading telecom synchronisation, or securing time in GNSS-denied zones—our White Rabbit timing appliances are ready to deliver.
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