SN74AHCT138PWRG4

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Decoder/Demultiplexer
• Characteristics: High-Speed, Low-Power, 3-to-8 Line Decoder/Demultiplexer
• Package: TSSOP (Thin Shrink Small Outline Package)
• Essence: This IC is designed to decode three binary inputs into eight mutually exclusive outputs.
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in reels of 2500 pieces

Specifications

• Supply Voltage: 2V to 5.5V
• Input Voltage: -0.5V to VCC + 0.5V
• Output Voltage: -0.5V to VCC + 0.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to 85°C
• Propagation Delay: 6 ns (typical)
• Output Current: ±8 mA
• Number of Inputs: 3
• Number of Outputs: 8

Pin Configuration

The SN74AHCT138PWRG4 has a total of 16 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

1. GND (Ground)
2. A0 (Input A0)
3. A1 (Input A1)
4. A2 (Input A2)
5. /G1 (Enable Input)
6. Y0 (Output Y0)
7. Y1 (Output Y1)
8. Y2 (Output Y2)
9. Y3 (Output Y3)
10. Y4 (Output Y4)
11. Y5 (Output Y5)
12. Y6 (Output Y6)
13. Y7 (Output Y7)
14. VCC (Positive Power Supply)
15. /G2A (Enable Input)
16. /G2B (Enable Input)

Functional Features

• Decodes three binary inputs into eight mutually exclusive outputs
• Active-low enable inputs (/G1, /G2A, /G2B) allow for easy cascading of multiple devices
• High-speed operation with low power consumption
• Schmitt-trigger inputs provide hysteresis for improved noise immunity
• Outputs can drive up to 8 mA sink or source current

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-speed operation allows for quick decoding of input signals - Low-power consumption makes it suitable for battery-powered applications - Easy cascading of multiple devices using active-low enable inputs - Improved noise immunity due to Schmitt-trigger inputs

Disadvantages: - Limited number of inputs and outputs may not be suitable for complex decoding requirements - Propagation delay of 6 ns may introduce timing issues in certain applications

Working Principles

The SN74AHCT138PWRG4 is a decoder/demultiplexer IC that takes three binary inputs (A0, A1, A2) and generates eight mutually exclusive outputs (Y0-Y7). The active-low enable inputs (/G1, /G2A, /G2B) control the operation of the device.

When the enable inputs are high, the outputs are in a high-impedance state. When the enable inputs are low, the inputs are decoded, and the corresponding output becomes active. The outputs can drive up to 8 mA of current, allowing them to directly interface with other digital logic circuits.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The SN74AHCT138PWRG4 can be used in various applications, including:

1. Address decoding in microcontrollers and microprocessors
2. Memory selection in RAM and ROM systems
3. Data routing in multiplexing applications
4. Signal demultiplexing in communication systems
5. Control signal generation in digital circuits

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. 74HC138: Similar to SN74AHCT138PWRG4, but operates at a wider voltage range (2V to 6V)
2. CD74HC138E: High-speed CMOS logic decoder with similar functionality
3. MC74HC138AN: Another alternative with comparable specifications and pin configuration

These alternative models provide similar decoding capabilities and can be used as replacements for the SN74AHCT138PWRG4 in various applications.

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