Overview
The MC10LVEP16D, produced by Onsemi, is a high-performance 2.5 V / 3.3 V ECL (Emitter-Coupled Logic) differential receiver/driver. This device is functionally equivalent to the EL16, EP16, and LVEL16 devices but offers significantly faster output transition times, making it ideal for interfacing with high-frequency and low-voltage sources. It is designed to operate in both PECL (Positive ECL) and NECL (Negative ECL) modes, supporting a wide range of voltage configurations.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Condition | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VCC (PECL Mode Power Supply) | VEE = 0 V | - | - | 6 | V |
| VEE (NECL Mode Power Supply) | VCC = 0 V | -6 | - | - | V |
| VI (Input Voltage) | PECL Mode: VEE = 0 V, NECL Mode: VCC = 0 V | - | - | 6 / -6 | V |
| Iout (Output Current) | Continuous / Surge | 50 / 100 | - | - | mA |
| IBB (VBB Sink/Source) | - | - | ±0.5 | - | mA |
| TA (Operating Temperature Range) | - | -40 | - | 85 | °C |
| Tstg (Storage Temperature Range) | - | -65 | - | 150 | °C |
| Propagation Delay | - | - | 240 ps | - | - |
| Maximum Frequency | - | - | > 4 GHz | - | - |
Key Features
- 240 ps Propagation Delay
- Maximum Frequency > 4 GHz Typical
- PECL Mode Operating Range: VCC = 2.375 V to 3.8 V with VEE = 0 V
- NECL Mode Operating Range: VCC = 0 V with VEE = −2.375 V to −3.8 V
- VBB Output for internally generated reference voltage
- Open Input Default State
- LVDS Input Compatible
- Pb-Free, Halogen Free, and RoHS Compliant
- ESD Protection: Human Body Model > 4 kV, Machine Model > 200 V, Charged Device Model > 2 kV
Applications
The MC10LVEP16D is suitable for a wide range of high-frequency and low-voltage applications, including:
- High-speed data transmission systems
- Telecommunication equipment
- Networking hardware
- High-performance computing systems
- Low-power logic circuits
Q & A
- What is the operating voltage range for the MC10LVEP16D in PECL mode?
The operating voltage range for the MC10LVEP16D in PECL mode is VCC = 2.375 V to 3.8 V with VEE = 0 V.
- What is the maximum frequency the MC10LVEP16D can handle?
The MC10LVEP16D can handle frequencies greater than 4 GHz typical.
- What is the propagation delay of the MC10LVEP16D?
The propagation delay of the MC10LVEP16D is 240 ps.
- Is the MC10LVEP16D compatible with LVDS inputs?
- What is the purpose of the VBB pin on the MC10LVEP16D?
The VBB pin provides an internally generated reference voltage and can be used to rebias AC coupled inputs.
- What are the ESD protection levels for the MC10LVEP16D?
The MC10LVEP16D has ESD protection levels of > 4 kV for Human Body Model, > 200 V for Machine Model, and > 2 kV for Charged Device Model.
- What are the storage and operating temperature ranges for the MC10LVEP16D?
The storage temperature range is −65°C to +150°C, and the operating temperature range is −40°C to +85°C.
- Is the MC10LVEP16D RoHS compliant?
- What are the typical package types available for the MC10LVEP16D?
The MC10LVEP16D is available in SOIC-8 NB, TSSOP-8, and DFN8 packages).
- What is the thermal resistance of the MC10LVEP16D in SOIC-8 NB package?
The thermal resistance (Junction-to-Ambient) for the SOIC-8 NB package is 190°C/W at 0 lfpm and 130°C/W at 500 lfpm).
