Device Overview

General Description

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.

Photo of MC10-25110M2

Features

  • Broadband Performance
  • Excellent Return Loss
  • High Directivity

Applications

N/A

Functional Block Diagram

Block Diagram

Part Ordering Options

Part NumberDescriptionPackageConnectorsGreen StatusProduct LifecycleExport Classification
MC10-25110M2MMIC 25-110 GHz Directional Coupler M2Standard

REACH

RoHS

ReleasedEAR99

Table Of Contents

Revision History

Revision CodeRevision DateComment
-2023-06-01Initial Datasheet Release
A2025-05-19Return / Insertion Loss, Coupling Ratio plots and s-parameters updated.

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Port Configuration and Functions

Port Diagram

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

Diagram of the port configuration for MC10-25110M2

Port Functions

PortFunctionConnector TypeDescriptionDC Equivalent
Circuit
GNDGround -M2 package ground path is provided through the metal housing.Equivalent circuit for the Ground
Port 1Input 1.0FThe input port is DC short to the output port and open to ground.Equivalent circuit for the Input
Port 2Output 1.0FThe output port is DC short to the input port and open to ground.Equivalent circuit for the Output
Port 3Coupled 1.0FThe coupled port is DC connected to a 50 Ω load.Equivalent circuit for the Coupled

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Specifications

Absolute Maximum Ratings

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.

ParameterMaximum RatingUnit
DC Current, Port 1 and 2 160mA
DC Current, Port 3 32mA
Maximum Operating Temperature 100°C
Maximum Storage Temperature 125°C
Minimum Operating Temperature -55°C
Minimum Storage Temperature -65°C
RF Power Handling 3W

Package Information

ParameterDetailsRating
ESD250 to < 500 VoltsHBM Class 1A
Dimensions-27.62 x 19.37 mm

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Electrical Specifications

The electrical specifications apply at TA=+25°C in a 50Ω system. Min and Max limits are guaranteed at TA=+25°C.

ParameterTest ConditionsMinimum
Frequency
(GHz)
Maximum
Frequency
(GHz)
MinTypMaxUnit
Amplitude Flatness 1-25 110-200.5dB
Coupling Loss 2-25 1100.750.460.22dB
Directivity -25 1101219.5-dB
Direct Line Insertion Loss -0 110-2.755dB
Excess Insertion Loss (dB) 3-0 110-2.24.25dB
IL Corrected Directivity 4-25 1101522.5-dB
Impedance -- --50-Ω
Maximum Coupling Deviation -25 110-702.5dB
Mean Coupling -25 11081013dB
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.

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Typical Performance Plots

Insertion Loss (dB) graph for MC10-25110M2
Return Loss (dB) graph for MC10-25110M2
Coupling Ratio (dB) graph for MC10-25110M2
Directivity (dB) graph for MC10-25110M2

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Mechanical Data

Outline Drawing

Download : Outline 3D Drawing Outline 3D STP

Outline Drawing

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