SN74AHCT244MDWREP

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Buffer/Line Driver
• Characteristics:
  • High-speed CMOS technology
  • Wide operating voltage range
  • Low power consumption
  • Schmitt-trigger inputs for noise immunity
• Package: SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit)
• Essence: This IC is a non-inverting octal buffer and line driver designed to drive high-capacitance loads while maintaining signal integrity.
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 2500 units per reel

Specifications

• Supply Voltage Range: 4.5V to 5.5V
• Input Voltage Range: 0V to VCC
• Output Voltage Range: 0V to VCC
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Propagation Delay Time: 7 ns (typical)
• Output Drive Capability: ±24 mA
• Input Capacitance: 3 pF (typical)
• Output Capacitance: 6 pF (typical)

Detailed Pin Configuration

The SN74AHCT244MDWREP has a total of 20 pins arranged as follows:

__ __ A1 -| |--| |- VCC A2 -| |--| |- B1 A3 -| |--| |- B2 A4 -| |--| |- B3 A5 -| |--| |- B4 A6 -| |--| |- B5 A7 -| |--| |- B6 GND -| |--| |- B7 OE -| |--| |- B8 Y1 -| |--| |- A8 Y2 -| |--| |- A7 Y3 -| |--| |- A6 Y4 -| |--| |- A5 Y5 -| |--| |- A4 Y6 -| |--| |- A3 Y7 -| |--| |- A2 Y8 -| |--| |- A1 -- --

Functional Features

• Non-inverting buffer and line driver
• High-speed operation suitable for driving capacitive loads
• Schmitt-trigger inputs provide noise immunity
• Output drive capability allows direct interface with various logic families
• Wide operating voltage range enables compatibility with different power supply levels

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-speed CMOS technology ensures fast signal propagation - Low power consumption leads to energy efficiency - Schmitt-trigger inputs enhance noise immunity - Wide operating voltage range provides flexibility in different applications

Disadvantages: - Limited output drive capability may restrict use in certain high-current applications - Input and output capacitance may affect performance in high-frequency applications

Working Principles

The SN74AHCT244MDWREP operates as a non-inverting buffer and line driver. It takes input signals and amplifies them to drive high-capacitance loads while maintaining signal integrity. The Schmitt-trigger inputs help in reducing the effects of noise, ensuring reliable signal transmission. The IC operates within a wide voltage range, making it compatible with various power supply levels.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The SN74AHCT244MDWREP is commonly used in the following applications:

1. Data communication systems: The IC can be used to buffer and drive signals between different components in data communication systems, such as UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver Transmitter) interfaces, SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) buses, and I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) interfaces.

2. Memory systems: It can be employed in memory systems to amplify and drive signals between memory modules and memory controllers, ensuring efficient data transfer.

3. Industrial automation: The IC finds application in industrial automation systems where it is used to buffer and drive signals between various control units, sensors, and actuators.

4. Automotive electronics: It is utilized in automotive electronics for signal buffering and driving in applications like CAN (Controller Area Network) bus interfaces, LIN (Local Interconnect Network) interfaces, and vehicle control systems.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. SN74AHCT244-Q1: This is an automotive-grade version of the SN74AHCT244MDWREP, designed specifically for automotive applications with enhanced reliability and performance.

2. SN74HCT244: This is a similar octal buffer and line driver IC but operates at a higher voltage range (2V to 6V) compared to the SN74AHCT244MDWREP.

3. SN74LVC244A: This is another alternative that offers low-v