MC100LVEL12DR2

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit
• Use: Logic Level Translator
• Characteristics: High-speed, low-voltage, differential input/output
• Package: SOIC-8
• Essence: Logic level translation between different voltage domains
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 2500 units per reel

Specifications

• Supply Voltage: -4.2V to -5.7V (VEE), +3.0V to +5.5V (VCC)
• Input Voltage Range: -4.2V to -5.7V (VIH), -1.5V to +1.5V (VIL)
• Output Voltage Range: -4.2V to -5.7V (VOH), -1.5V to +1.5V (VOL)
• Propagation Delay: 400 ps (typical)
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MC100LVEL12DR2 has a total of 8 pins arranged as follows:

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| | --| VCC |-- --| GND |-- --| Qn |-- --| D |-- --| Qp |-- --| VEE |-- |___________| ```

Functional Features

• High-speed logic level translation between ECL (Emitter-Coupled Logic) and TTL (Transistor-Transistor Logic) voltage levels.
• Differential inputs and outputs for improved noise immunity.
• Wide operating temperature range for versatile applications.
• Low power consumption.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-speed operation allows for efficient data transfer between different voltage domains. - Differential inputs and outputs provide better noise immunity compared to single-ended logic translators. - Wide operating temperature range enables usage in various environments. - Low power consumption helps in reducing overall system power requirements.

Disadvantages: - Requires separate power supplies for ECL (VEE) and TTL (VCC) voltage levels, which may increase complexity in some applications. - Limited input and output voltage ranges restrict compatibility with certain voltage levels.

Working Principles

The MC100LVEL12DR2 is designed to translate logic signals between ECL and TTL voltage levels. It utilizes differential inputs and outputs to improve noise immunity and signal integrity. The device operates by comparing the input voltage levels with reference voltages and generating corresponding output logic levels based on the comparison results. The translation process occurs rapidly, allowing for high-speed data transmission between different voltage domains.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MC100LVEL12DR2 finds applications in various fields where logic level translation between ECL and TTL voltage levels is required. Some specific application areas include:

1. Telecommunications: Used in communication systems to interface between ECL-based network equipment and TTL-based control units.
2. Data Networking: Enables seamless integration of ECL and TTL logic devices in networking infrastructure.
3. Industrial Automation: Facilitates communication between ECL-based sensors and TTL-based control systems in industrial automation setups.
4. Test and Measurement: Allows for accurate signal processing and analysis by translating logic levels between ECL and TTL instruments.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. MC100LVEL11DR2: Similar to MC100LVEL12DR2 but with a different pin configuration.
2. MC100LVEL16DR2: Provides logic level translation between ECL and CMOS voltage levels.
3. MC100EP016A: Offers enhanced performance and additional features compared to MC100LVEL12DR2.

These alternative models can be considered based on specific application requirements and compatibility with the desired voltage domains.

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