onsemi MC10H106P

Overview

MC10H106P from ON Semiconductor is a triple 4−3−3-input ECL NOR gate in a 16-pin PDIP package, operating at VEE = −5.2 V with 1.0 ns typical propagation delay, −1.95 V to −1.60 V low output voltage, and MECL 10K pinout compatibility. It delivers high-speed logic for telecom clock distribution and digital test equipment.

For engineers reviewing the MC10H106P datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, this page provides verified electrical specs, terminal roles, noise margin performance, thermal operating limits, and validated alternative parts for ECL logic design.

Technical Context

The MC10H106P implements three independent NOR gates with asymmetric input counts (four inputs on one gate, three on each of the other two), all sharing common VCC1 (Pin 1), VCC2 (Pin 16), and VEE (Pin 8) supply rails. Its ECL topology ensures differential switching with current-mode logic behavior and negative voltage rail biasing.

It operates across 0°C to +75°C with guaranteed AC performance including 0.55–1.55 ns propagation delay and 0.55–1.9 ns rise/fall times under 50 Ω termination to −2.0 V. Input voltage thresholds (VIH/VIL) and output levels (VOH/VOL) are specified across temperature with ±5% VEE tolerance.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MC10H106P uses a 16-pin plastic dual-in-line package (PDIP), case 648, with 0.300-inch width and standard through-hole mounting. Pin 1 = VCC1, Pin 16 = VCC2, Pin 8 = VEE - all supply pins are shared across all three gates.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar ECL NOR gate applications.

Compared with MC10H106L and MC10H106M, the MC10H106P offers lowest-cost through-hole prototyping and lab evaluation while maintaining identical logic function, timing, and DC specs - ideal for early-stage development before committing to ceramic or SMT variants.

Availability

MC10H106P is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for digital test equipment, telecom clock distribution, radar signal processing, and digital communications baseband applications requiring stable component supply and legacy ECL compatibility.

Supply support for MC10H106P 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 manufacturer specializing in energy-efficient power management, analog, logic, and discrete devices for automotive, industrial, and communications markets.

The MC10H106P belongs to the MECL 10H family - engineered for high-speed, low-skew ECL logic in mission-critical timing and signal routing applications where nanosecond precision and noise immunity are essential.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating temperature for the MC10H106P?

The MC10H106P has a specified operating temperature range of 0°C to +75°C. This limit is defined by thermal derating of propagation delay and output voltage parameters, and operation beyond +75°C may result in timing violations or reduced noise margin. The MC10H106P datasheet confirms these bounds in Table 1 under "Operating Temperature Range".

Does the MC10H106P require external termination resistors?

Yes, the MC10H106P requires 50 Ω termination to −2.0 V at each output (Pins 12, 13, 14) to meet guaranteed VOH/VOL and tpd specifications. This termination establishes the correct logic reference and ensures waveform integrity; omission results in degraded noise margin and timing uncertainty. The MC10H106P datasheet explicitly states this condition in Table 2 and Note 1.

Is the MC10H106P pin-compatible with standard MECL 10K NOR gates?

Yes, the MC10H106P is a functional and pinout duplication of the MECL 10K family part, as confirmed in the device description: "This 10H part is a functional/pinout duplication of the standard MECL 10K™ family part." All input, output, and supply pin assignments match, enabling direct replacement without layout changes.

What is the typical power supply current for the MC10H106P?

The typical power supply current (IE) for the MC10H106P is 21–23 mA at VEE = −5.2 V ±5%, per Table 2 of the datasheet. This represents total quiescent current drawn across all three gates and is independent of input signal activity - a key characteristic of ECL logic that enables predictable thermal design.

Can the MC10H106P operate with a different VEE voltage than −5.2 V?

The MC10H106P is characterized and guaranteed only at VEE = −5.2 V ±5% (i.e., −4.94 V to −5.46 V). While limited operation may occur outside this range, parameters such as VOH, VOL, tpd, and noise margin are not specified or tested elsewhere. The MC10H106P datasheet restricts all electrical characteristics to this VEE window in Table 2 and its associated note.