Port Diagram
A top down view of the MC10-25110M2’s M2 package outline drawing is shown below.

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The MC10-25110M2 is a mmWave 25-110 GHz, 10dB directional coupler in our connectorized miniature M2-package enabling operation up to 110 GHz. The coupler features excellent directivity, return loss and coupling accuracy. Passive GaAs MMIC technology allows production of smaller constructions that replace larger form factor circuit board constructions. Tight fabrication tolerances result in less unit-to-unit variation than traditional coupler technologies, allowing for accurate simulations using the provided S3P file taken from measured production units. The MC10-25110M2 is available as a 1.0mm connectorized module.
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| Part Number | Description | Package | Connectors | Green Status | Product Lifecycle | Export Classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC10-25110M2 | MMIC 25-110 GHz Directional Coupler | M2 | Standard | REACH RoHS | Released | EAR99 |
| Part Number | Description | Package | Connectors | Green Status | Product Lifecycle | Export Classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC10-25110M2 | MMIC 25-110 GHz Directional Coupler | M2 | Standard | REACH RoHS | Released | EAR99 |
MC10-25110M2
MMIC 25-110 GHz Directional Coupler
| Revision Code | Revision Date | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| - | 2023-06-01 | Initial Datasheet Release |
| A | 2025-05-19 | Return / Insertion Loss, Coupling Ratio plots and s-parameters updated. |
MC10-25110M2
MMIC 25-110 GHz Directional Coupler
A top down view of the MC10-25110M2’s M2 package outline drawing is shown below.
| Port | Function | Connector Type | Description | DC Equivalent Circuit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GND | Ground | - | M2 package ground path is provided through the metal housing. | |
| Port 1 | Input | 1.0F | The input port is DC short to the output port and open to ground. | |
| Port 2 | Output | 1.0F | The output port is DC short to the input port and open to ground. | |
| Port 3 | Coupled | 1.0F | The coupled port is DC connected to a 50 Ω load. |
MC10-25110M2
MMIC 25-110 GHz Directional Coupler
The Absolute Maximum Ratings indicate limits beyond which damage may occur to the device. If these limits are exceeded, the device may be inoperable or have a reduced lifetime.
| Parameter | Maximum Rating | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| DC Current, Port 1 and 2 | 160 | mA |
| DC Current, Port 3 | 32 | mA |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 100 | °C |
| Maximum Storage Temperature | 125 | °C |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | -55 | °C |
| Minimum Storage Temperature | -65 | °C |
| RF Power Handling | 3 | W |
| Parameter | Details | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ESD | 250 to < 500 Volts | HBM Class 1A |
| Dimensions | - | 27.62 x 19.37 mm |
MC10-25110M2
MMIC 25-110 GHz Directional Coupler
The electrical specifications apply at TA=+25°C in a 50Ω system. Min and Max limits are guaranteed at TA=+25°C.
| Parameter | Test Conditions | Minimum Frequency (GHz) | Maximum Frequency (GHz) | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amplitude Flatness 1 | - | 25 | 110 | - | 20 | 0.5 | dB |
| Coupling Loss 2 | - | 25 | 110 | 0.75 | 0.46 | 0.22 | dB |
| Directivity | - | 25 | 110 | 12 | 19.5 | - | dB |
| Direct Line Insertion Loss | - | 0 | 110 | - | 2.75 | 5 | dB |
| Excess Insertion Loss (dB) 3 | - | 0 | 110 | - | 2.2 | 4.25 | dB |
| IL Corrected Directivity 4 | - | 25 | 110 | 15 | 22.5 | - | dB |
| Impedance | - | - | - | - | 50 | - | Ω |
| Maximum Coupling Deviation | - | 25 | 110 | - | 70 | 2.5 | dB |
| Mean Coupling | - | 25 | 110 | 8 | 10 | 13 | dB |
| Return Loss | - | 0 | 110 | - | 15 | - | dB |
| Parameter | Test Conditions | Minimum Frequency (GHz) | Maximum Frequency (GHz) | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amplitude Flatness 1 | - | 25 | 110 | - | 20 | 0.5 | dB |
| Coupling Loss 2 | - | 25 | 110 | 0.75 | 0.46 | 0.22 | dB |
| Directivity | - | 25 | 110 | 12 | 19.5 | - | dB |
| Direct Line Insertion Loss | - | 0 | 110 | - | 2.75 | 5 | dB |
| Excess Insertion Loss (dB) 3 | - | 0 | 110 | - | 2.2 | 4.25 | dB |
| IL Corrected Directivity 4 | - | 25 | 110 | 15 | 22.5 | - | dB |
| Impedance | - | - | - | - | 50 | - | Ω |
| Maximum Coupling Deviation | - | 25 | 110 | - | 70 | 2.5 | dB |
| Mean Coupling | - | 25 | 110 | 8 | 10 | 13 | dB |
| Return Loss | - | 0 | 110 | - | 15 | - | dB |
[1] Amplitude Flatness = Median value of ABS(Measured Coupling Power – Average Coupling Factor).
[2] Coupling loss based on average coupling factor.
[3] Excess Insertion Loss = (Input Port to Output Port Insertion Loss) – Coupling Loss.
[4] IL Corrected Directivity = Directivity + Insertion Loss.
MC10-25110M2
MMIC 25-110 GHz Directional Coupler
MC10-25110M2
MMIC 25-110 GHz Directional Coupler