onsemi MC10107P

Overview

MC10107P from ON Semiconductor is a triple 2-input ECL XOR/XNOR gate in PDIP-16 package, operating at –5.2 V VEE with VOH = –0.890 V and VOL = –1.890 V at +25°C, tpd = 2.8 ns typ, and PD = 40 mW typ/gate - used in high-speed digital logic comparators, parity generators, and differential data path routing.

For engineers reviewing the MC10107P datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, this page delivers verified electrical specs, validated pin functions, confirmed ECL-10K family timing behavior, and real-world design context for telecom line interface and test equipment signal conditioning.

Technical Context

The MC10107P implements three independent ECL-compatible XOR/XNOR gates using MECL 10,000 series bipolar transistor architecture. Each gate accepts differential inputs (e.g., pins 4/5, 9/14, 12/15) and drives complementary outputs (e.g., pins 2/3, 10/11, 13/14) with matched propagation delays across logic states.

It requires dual-rail supply: VCC1 (pin 1) and VCC2 (pin 16) tied to ground, and VEE (pin 8) at –5.2 V. Input thresholds are VIHmax = –0.810 V and VILmin = –1.850 V at +25°C, with output swing referenced to VEE and terminated into 50 Ω to –2.0 V.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MC10107P uses a 16-pin plastic dual-in-line package (PDIP-16), case 648, with 0.300-inch body width and 0.100-inch lead pitch. Pin 1 is VCC1, pin 16 is VCC2, pin 8 is VEE, and pins marked *NC are unconnected.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar ECL logic gate applications.

Compared with MC10107L and MC10107FN, the MC10107P offers lowest-cost through-hole assembly with verified industrial temperature performance, while retaining identical logic function, timing, and electrical interface - making it optimal for cost-sensitive telecom infrastructure upgrades and legacy test gear repair.

Availability

MC10107P is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for telecom line interface, high-speed test equipment, parity generation for backplane buses, and digital signal path routing requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.

Supply support for MC10107P includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

ON Semiconductor (now part of onsemi) is a global semiconductor supplier specializing in energy-efficient power, analog, sensor, and logic solutions for automotive, industrial, and communications markets.

The MC10107P belongs to the legacy MECL 10,000 series logic family, engineered for ultra-high-speed digital signal processing in telecom infrastructure, test instrumentation, and military-grade timing systems where sub-nanosecond timing precision is mandatory.

FAQ

What logic family does the MC10107P belong to, and what supply configuration does it require?

The MC10107P is a member of the MECL 10,000 (Emitter-Coupled Logic) family. It operates with VEE = –5.2 V and both VCC1 (pin 1) and VCC2 (pin 16) tied to ground - no positive supply is needed. This negative-rail configuration ensures fast switching and low noise sensitivity, and the MC10107P maintains full specification compliance only when terminated into 50 Ω loads referenced to –2.0 V.

How many independent logic gates does the MC10107P provide, and what are their input/output configurations?

The MC10107P integrates three fully independent 2-input XOR/XNOR gates. Each gate has differential inputs (e.g., pins 4/5 for Gate A) and complementary outputs (e.g., pins 2/3). The MC10107P pinout confirms no shared internal nodes - enabling simultaneous, isolated operation of all three gates without crosstalk-induced timing skew.

What is the typical propagation delay of the MC10107P, and under what test conditions is it specified?

The MC10107P has a typical propagation delay (tpd) of 2.8 ns, measured from input transition (20–80%) to output transition (20–80%) under loaded conditions: 50 Ω termination to –2.0 V, VEE = –5.2 V, and ambient temperature of +25°C. This value is consistent across all three gates and applies to both XOR and XNOR output polarities as verified in the official ON Semiconductor datasheet.

Can the MC10107P be used in place of TTL or CMOS logic gates in existing designs?

No - the MC10107P is not compatible with TTL or CMOS logic families due to its ECL voltage levels (e.g., VOH ≈ –0.89 V, VOL ≈ –1.89 V), negative supply requirement (VEE = –5.2 V), and current-mode operation. Interfacing the MC10107P with TTL/CMOS requires level-shifting circuitry. The MC10107P is intended for native ECL systems or mixed-signal designs with dedicated ECL power and termination infrastructure.

What is the maximum operating temperature range for the MC10107P, and how does its performance change at extremes?

The MC10107P is specified for operation from –30°C to +85°C. At –30°C, propagation delay increases to 3.8 ns max and power dissipation rises to 31 mAdc; at +85°C, VOH degrades to –0.700 V and VOL shifts to –1.615 V. These variations are fully characterized in the datasheet's Electrical Characteristics tables, and the MC10107P remains functional across this range without derating when used with proper thermal management and stable VEE regulation.