MMIC SURFACE MOUNT

Power Splitter/ Combiner EP3-19+

3 Way-0° 50Ω 15 to 25 GHz

THE BIG DEAL

y Wide Bandwidth, 15 to 25 GHz
y High Isolation, 22 dB typ at 19 GHz
y Low cost splitter for 5G Application
y Excellent amplitude unbalance, 0.1 dB typ. at 19 GHz Generic photo used for illustration purposes only

y Good phase unbalance, 1.2° typ. at 19 GHz CASE STYLE: JV2579

y Small size, 3.5x2.5 mm +RoHS Compliant
The +Suffix identifies RoHS Compliance. See our web site
y Aqueous washable for RoHS Compliance methodologies and qualifications

APPLICATIONS
y 5G
y Phased Array Radar
y Instrumentation
y MIMO
y Satellite communications

PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Mini-Circuits’ EP3-19+ is a MMIC 3-way 0° splitter/combiner designed for wideband operation from 15 to 25 GHz supporting
many applications requiring high performance across a wide frequency range including phased array radars, 5G applications, as
well as instrumentation and more. This model provides excellent power handling up to 0.5 W / 0.63 W (as a splitter/combiner)
with good isolation, and low phase and amplitude unbalance in a tiny 3.5x 2.5 mm 16 lead-QFN package. Manufactured using
GaAs IPD technology, the EP3-19+ not only provides a repeatable performance, but also a high level of ESD protection.

KEY FEATURES
Feature Advantages

Wideband, 15 to 25 GHz Low cost power splitter designed for phased array radars and 5G applications

In power combiner applications, half the power is dissipated internally. EP3-19+ is designed to
Excellent power handling, 0.5 W as a splitter
0.63 W as a combiner
handle 0.63 W internal dissipation as a combiner allowing reliable operation without excessive
temperature rise

Excellent Amplitude unbalance,0.1 dB typ.

at 19 GHz Ideal for Applications such as MIMO & phased array radars
Good phase unbalance, 1.2° typ. at 19 GHz

Tiny footprint saves space in dense layouts while providing low inductance, repeatable transi-
Tiny size, 3.5X2.5 mm QFN package
tions, and excellent thermal contact to the PCB

REV. OR
ECO-012360
EP3-19+
MCL NY
220317

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ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS1 AT 25°C

Parameter Frequency (GHz) Min. Typ. Max. Unit

Frequency Range 15 25 GHz

17.55 - 20.45 — 0.3 1.3
Insertion Loss (above 4.8 dB) dB
15 - 25 — 0.5 2.1
17.55 - 20.45 17 23 —
Isolation dB
15 - 25 12 27 —
17.55 - 20.45 — 0.1 0.6
Amplitude Unbalance dB
15 - 25 — 0.3 1.1
17.55 - 20.45 — 1 7
Phase Unbalance Degree
15 - 25 — 1 8
17.55 - 20.45 — 1.2 —
VSWR (Port S) :1
15 - 25 — 1.2 —
17.55 - 20.45 — 1.2 —
VSWR (Port 1-2-3) :1
15 - 25 — 1.2 —
As a splitter 15 - 25 — — 0.5
Power Handling W
As a combiner2 15 - 25 — — 0.63
1. Tested on Mini-Circuits Test Board TB-EP3-19C+
2. As a combiner of non-coherent signals, max. power per port is 0.21 watt.

MAXIMUM RATINGS PAD CONNECTIONS

Parameter Ratings Function Pad Number

Operating temperature -55°C to 105°C SUM 15

Storage temperature -65°C to 150°C PORT 1 10

Permanent damage may occur if any of these limits are exceeded. PORT 2 7

PORT 3 4

GROUND 3,5,6,8,9,11,14,16, PADDLE

SIMPLIFIED SCHEMATIC
Port 1 NOT USED 1,2,12,13

Sum Port Port 2

Port 3

PRODUCT MARKING

black body
index MCL
E319 model family designation

Marking may contain other features or characters for internal lot control

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ADDITIONAL DETAILED TECHNICAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE ON OUR DASH BOARD. TO ACCESS C LIC K HERE
Data Table

Performance Data Swept Graphs

S-Parameter (S3P Files) Data Set (.zip file)

Case Style JV2579 Plastic package, exposed paddle lead finish: matte-tin

Tape & Reel F104

Standard quantities available on reel 7” reels with 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 ,1000 and 2000 devices

Suggested Layout for PCB Design PL-728

TB-EP3-19+ (without connectors)

Evaluation Board
TB-EP3-19C+ (with connectors)

Environmental Ratings ENV82

ESD RATING
Human Body Model (HBM): Class 1C (Pass 1000V) in accordance with ANSI/ESD STM 5.1 - 2001

MSL TEST FLOW CHART

Start Visual Electrical SAM

Inspection Test Analysis

Soak
Reflow 3 cycles Bake at 125°C,
85°C/85RH
260°C 24 hours
168 hours

Visual Electrical SAM

Inspection Test Analysis Finish

NOTES
A. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification document are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification document.
B. Electrical specifications and performance data contained in this specification document are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions.
C. The parts covered by this specification document are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard Terms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights
and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the standard terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/MCLStore/terms.jsp

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