Encyclopedia Entry: 74ACT16841DL

Product Information Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Logic Buffer/Driver
• Characteristics: High-speed, low-power, non-inverting, 20-pin IC
• Package: Dual-In-Line Package (DIP)
• Essence: Buffering and driving signals in digital circuits
• Packaging/Quantity: Typically sold in reels or tubes containing multiple units

Specifications

• Logic Family: ACT
• Number of Buffers/Drivers: 8
• Input Voltage Range: 2.0V to 5.5V
• Output Voltage Range: 0V to VCC
• Propagation Delay Time: 4.5ns (typical)
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The 74ACT16841DL IC 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. VCC (Positive Power Supply)
15. A5 (Input A5)
16. B5 (Input B5)
17. Y5 (Output Y5)
18. A6 (Input A6)
19. B6 (Input B6)
20. Y6 (Output Y6)

Functional Features

• Non-inverting buffer/driver with 3-state outputs
• High-speed operation suitable for use in fast digital systems
• Low power consumption, making it energy-efficient
• Wide input voltage range allows compatibility with various logic families
• 3-state outputs enable bus-oriented applications

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-speed operation enhances overall system performance - Low power consumption reduces energy requirements - Wide input voltage range ensures compatibility with different logic families - 3-state outputs facilitate bus-oriented applications

Disadvantages: - Limited number of buffers/drivers (8 in total) - Requires careful handling due to sensitivity to electrostatic discharge (ESD)

Working Principles

The 74ACT16841DL is a non-inverting buffer/driver IC that amplifies and drives digital signals. It operates by receiving input signals from the A1 to A6 pins and B1 to B6 pins, and then providing amplified output signals at the corresponding Y1 to Y6 pins. The 3-state outputs allow the IC to be connected to a common bus, enabling multiple devices to share the same communication lines.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The 74ACT16841DL IC finds application in various digital systems where buffering and driving of signals are required. Some specific application fields include:

1. Microprocessors and microcontrollers
2. Memory systems
3. Communication systems
4. Industrial automation
5. Automotive electronics
6. Consumer electronics

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

• 74ACT16841DG: Similar specifications and pin configuration, but available in a surface-mount package (SOIC) instead of DIP.
• 74ACT16841DW: Similar specifications and pin configuration, but available in a smaller outline package (TSSOP) instead of DIP.
• 74ACT16841MTDX: Similar specifications and pin configuration, but available in a chip-scale package (TDFN) instead of DIP.

(Note: The above alternative models are just examples and not an exhaustive list.)

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