CD74HC241E

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Buffer/Line Driver
• Characteristics: High-Speed, Octal, 3-State Output
• Package: DIP (Dual In-Line Package)
• Essence: The CD74HC241E is an octal buffer/line driver IC that provides high-speed, non-inverting 3-state outputs. It is designed to be used in various digital applications where signal buffering and driving capabilities are required.
• Packaging/Quantity: The CD74HC241E is typically available in a DIP package with a quantity of one per package.

Specifications

• Supply Voltage: 2V to 6V
• Input Voltage: 0V to VCC
• Output Voltage: 0V to VCC
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Propagation Delay Time: 9 ns (typical)
• Output Current: ±25 mA

Detailed Pin Configuration

The CD74HC241E has a total of 20 pins, which are assigned specific functions as follows:

1. GND: Ground
2. A1: Input A1
3. B1: Input B1
4. Y1: Output Y1
5. A2: Input A2
6. B2: Input B2
7. Y2: Output Y2
8. A3: Input A3
9. B3: Input B3
10. Y3: Output Y3
11. A4: Input A4
12. B4: Input B4
13. Y4: Output Y4
14. OE: Output Enable
15. GND: Ground
16. Y5: Output Y5
17. A5: Input A5
18. B5: Input B5
19. Y6: Output Y6
20. VCC: Supply Voltage

Functional Features

• Octal buffer/line driver with 3-state outputs.
• Non-inverting logic.
• High-speed operation suitable for various digital applications.
• Wide operating voltage range (2V to 6V).
• Low power consumption.
• Schmitt-trigger action on all inputs.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-speed operation allows for efficient signal buffering and driving. - Non-inverting logic simplifies circuit design. - Wide operating voltage range provides flexibility in different applications. - Low power consumption helps conserve energy. - Schmitt-trigger action on inputs improves noise immunity.

Disadvantages: - Limited output current capacity may not be suitable for high-power applications. - DIP package may not be as compact as surface-mount alternatives. - Lack of built-in protection features against overvoltage or ESD events.

Working Principles

The CD74HC241E operates by receiving input signals on its A1-A5 and B1-B5 pins. These inputs are then buffered and amplified internally before being driven to the corresponding Y1-Y6 output pins. The OE (Output Enable) pin controls the 3-state output functionality, allowing the outputs to be either active or in a high-impedance state.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The CD74HC241E can be used in various digital applications, including but not limited to:

1. Data communication systems
2. Address decoding circuits
3. Memory interfacing
4. Bus drivers
5. Clock distribution networks
6. Logic level shifting

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

Some alternative models that offer similar functionality to the CD74HC241E include:

1. SN74HC241N: Similar octal buffer/line driver IC from Texas Instruments.
2. MC74HC241AN: Octal 3-state buffer/line driver IC from ON Semiconductor.
3. CD74HCT241E: Octal buffer/line driver with TTL-compatible inputs.

These alternative models can be considered based on specific requirements and availability.

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