onsemi MC10H104PG

Overview

MC10H104PG from ON Semiconductor is a quad 2-input MECL 10H™ AND gate with one gate providing both AND and NAND outputs, 1.0 ns typical propagation delay, −5.2 V VEE supply, and PDIP-16 package. It delivers MECL 10K™ pinout and functional compatibility with 100% faster timing in high-speed digital logic systems such as ECL-based computing backplanes and telecom line interface modules.

For engineers reviewing the MC10H104PG datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection criteria include guaranteed AC performance across 0–75°C, −1.95 V to −0.735 V output voltage swing, 50 mA continuous output current capability, and Pb-free PDIP-16 compliance for legacy industrial control upgrades.

Technical Context

The MC10H104PG implements four independent 2-input AND gates using MECL 10H differential emitter-coupled logic, with one gate featuring complementary AND/NAND outputs. Its voltage-compensated design maintains stable switching thresholds across temperature and supply variation.

All gates operate with VEE = −5.2 V ±5%, VCC1 and VCC2 tied to ground (0 V), and require 50 Ω termination to −2.0 V. Input voltage range spans −1.95 V to −0.735 V, and output swing is specified from −1.95 V (low) to −0.735 V (high) at 75°C.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MC10H104PG uses a 16-pin plastic dual-in-line package (PDIP-16, P suffix), Pb-free, with standard DIP footprint and 0.300-inch width. Pin 1 = VCC1 (ground), Pin 16 = VCC2 (ground), Pin 8 = VEE (−5.2 V).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar quad 2-input AND gate applications.

Compared with MC10H104P, MC10H104PG offers identical performance with Pb-free compliance; compared with MC100H104FN, it provides direct drop-in replacement for existing DIP sockets but lacks the thermal efficiency of the PLLC package.

Availability

MC10H104PG is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for telecom line interface logic, ECL-based computing backplanes, and industrial data acquisition timing requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.

Supply support for MC10H104PG 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 is a global semiconductor supplier specializing in power management, analog, sensor, and logic solutions for automotive, industrial, and communications markets.

The MC10H104PG belongs to the MECL 10H™ family, engineered for high-speed digital systems requiring sub-2 ns propagation delay, robust noise immunity, and backward compatibility with legacy MECL 10K infrastructure.

FAQ

What is the supply voltage configuration required for MC10H104PG?

The MC10H104PG operates with VEE = −5.2 V ±5% applied to Pin 8, while VCC1 (Pin 1) and VCC2 (Pin 16) must be connected to ground (0 V). No positive supply is used. This negative-rail configuration defines its MECL 10H logic family behavior and ensures correct biasing of internal differential pairs. The MC10H104PG does not support split-supply or positive-VCC operation.

Does MC10H104PG support true differential input operation?

The MC10H104PG accepts single-ended MECL-compatible inputs referenced to VEE, not fully differential pairs. Each input (e.g., Ain, Bin) functions as a high-impedance node with defined VIH/VIL thresholds (−1.17 V to −0.735 V), and internal circuitry converts these into differential switching action. The MC10H104PG is not a differential receiver IC but a single-ended-input AND gate compliant with MECL 10H voltage levels.

Is MC10H104PG pin-compatible with MC10K104?

Yes - the MC10H104PG is explicitly designed as a functional and pinout duplication of the MECL 10K™ family part. All 16 pins match in assignment, function, and electrical interface. This allows direct substitution in existing MC10K104 designs without layout changes, provided the −5.2 V VEE supply and termination requirements are met. The MC10H104PG retains full backward compatibility while improving speed.

What is the maximum continuous output current rating for MC10H104PG?

The MC10H104PG supports 50 mA continuous output current per output terminal, as specified in Table 1 of the datasheet under "Iout – Output Current (Continuous)". This rating applies under thermal equilibrium with ≥500 linear fpm airflow and proper 50 Ω termination to −2.0 V. Exceeding this current may cause output voltage shift or thermal instability. The MC10H104PG is not rated for surge currents beyond 100 mA.

Can MC10H104PG be used in systems requiring extended temperature operation beyond +75°C?

No - the MC10H104PG is characterized and guaranteed only for 0°C to +75°C operation, as stated in Table 1 ("TA – Operating Temperature Range"). Electrical parameters including propagation delay, noise margin, and output voltage are not validated above +75°C. For extended temperature applications, ON Semiconductor's MC100H series (e.g., MC100H104) offers −40°C to +85°C operation, but those parts use different packages and are not pin-compatible with the MC10H104PG.