Encyclopedia Entry: 74AC377SC

Product Information Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Flip-Flop
• Characteristics: High-speed, low-power consumption
• Package: Surface Mount
• Essence: Sequential Logic
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 2500 units per reel

Specifications

• Logic Family: Advanced CMOS (AC)
• Number of Flip-Flops: 8
• Trigger Type: Positive Edge-Triggered
• Clock Enable Input: Yes
• Data Inputs: 8
• Data Outputs: 8
• Supply Voltage: 2V to 6V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The 74AC377SC IC has a total of 20 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

1. Data Input D0
2. Data Input D1
3. Data Input D2
4. Data Input D3
5. Data Input D4
6. Data Input D5
7. Data Input D6
8. Data Input D7
9. Clock Input (CLK)
10. Clock Enable Input (CE)
11. Output Enable Input (OE)
12. Data Output Q0
13. Data Output Q1
14. Data Output Q2
15. Data Output Q3
16. Data Output Q4
17. Data Output Q5
18. Data Output Q6
19. Data Output Q7
20. Ground (GND)

Functional Features

The 74AC377SC is an octal positive edge-triggered D-type flip-flop. It can store eight bits of data and is commonly used in digital systems for data storage and transfer. The flip-flop operates on a clock signal and can be enabled or disabled using the clock enable input. The output enable input allows for tri-state outputs, providing flexibility in connecting multiple devices.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-speed operation - Low power consumption - Compact surface mount package - Versatile data storage and transfer capabilities

Disadvantages: - Limited number of flip-flops (8) - Requires external clock signal for operation

Working Principles

The 74AC377SC operates based on positive edge-triggering. When a rising edge is detected on the clock input (CLK), the data inputs (D0-D7) are latched and stored in the flip-flop. The stored data can then be accessed from the corresponding data outputs (Q0-Q7). The clock enable input (CE) and output enable input (OE) control the functionality of the flip-flop.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The 74AC377SC is widely used in various digital systems and applications, including: - Microprocessors and microcontrollers - Data storage systems - Communication equipment - Industrial automation - Consumer electronics

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

Some alternative models to the 74AC377SC include: - 74HC377: High-speed CMOS version - 74LS377: Low-power Schottky TTL version - CD4013: CMOS Dual D-Type Flip-Flop

These alternative models offer similar functionality but may have different specifications and characteristics.

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