Texas Instruments SN74HC241PWR
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| 100+ | $0.31 | $31.00 |
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| Product attributes | Property Value |
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments |
| Product Series | 74HC |
| Packaging | Marketplace | Cut Tape (CT) |
| Part Status | Active |
| Logic Type | Buffer, Non-Inverting |
| Number of Elements | 2 |
| Number of Bits per Element | 4 |
| Input Type | - |
| Output Type | 3-State |
| Current - Output High, Low | 7.8mA, 7.8mA |
| Voltage - Supply | 2V ~ 6V |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 85°C (TA) |
| Grade | - |
| Qualification | - |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Package / Case | 20-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width) |
| Supplier Device Package | 20-TSSOP |
The SN74HC241PWR from Texas Instruments is an octal buffer/line driver designed for high-capacitance loads. Operating from 2V to 6V, it provides non-inverting signal buffering with 3-State outputs. With 7.8mA output current per channel, it drives LEDs, relays, and long traces. The 20-pin TSSOP package is suitable for standard PCB designs. Typical applications include bus interfacing, display driving, and level shifting in industrial, automotive, and consumer electronics.
- Wide 2V–6V Supply Range: Compatible with 3.3V, 5V, and 6V systems, reducing inventory complexity.
- High-Capacitance Drive: 7.8mA output drives long traces and multiple loads.
- 3-State Outputs: Enables bus sharing and safe power-down.
- Two Independent Enable Controls: Provides flexible control of each 4-bit section.
- Industry-Standard 74HC Family: Widely available and well-documented.
5V Legacy Bus Interfacing
In industrial equipment with 5V microcontrollers, the SN74HC241PWR buffers address and data lines to memory or peripherals. The 6V maximum rating provides headroom for noisy 5V supplies.
LED Display Drivers
With 7.8mA output current, this buffer can directly drive small LED segments or indicator lamps. The 3-State outputs allow multiplexing of multiple display digits.
Microcontroller to Peripheral Isolation
In embedded systems, the buffer isolates the MCU from high-capacitance cables or connectors. This prevents signal degradation and reduces electromagnetic interference (EMI).
Mixed 3.3V/5V Systems
Operating at 5V, the device can accept 3.3V logic inputs (with VIH at 3.5V for 5V supply), enabling level shifting from 3.3V to 5V domains.
Automotive Body Control Modules
In automotive ECUs, the buffer drives relays, solenoids, or indicator lamps. The -40°C to 85°C range meets automotive temperature requirements.
Test and Measurement Equipment
In benchtop instruments, the buffer provides clean, buffered signals to external connectors. The 3-State outputs allow multiple instruments to share a common bus.
- Q: What logic family is the SN74HC241PWR?
- A: It belongs to the 74HC (High-Speed CMOS) family, offering a balance of speed and power efficiency.
- Q: What is the function of this IC?
- A: It is an octal buffer/line driver with non-inverting outputs, designed to drive high-capacitance loads.
- Q: How many channels does it have?
- A: It has 8 channels, organized as two 4-bit sections with separate output-enable controls.
- Q: What is the output type?
- A: The outputs are 3-State, allowing connection to shared buses.
- Q: What is the voltage range?
- A: It operates from 2V to 6V, making it compatible with 3.3V, 5V, and even 6V systems.
- Q: What package is available?
- A: It comes in a 20-pin TSSOP package (4.40mm width), suitable for standard PCB layouts.
SN74HC241PWR.pdf
- Q: What logic family is the SN74HC241PWR?
- A: It belongs to the 74HC (High-Speed CMOS) family, offering a balance of speed and power efficiency.
- Q: What is the function of this IC?
- A: It is an octal buffer/line driver with non-inverting outputs, designed to drive high-capacitance loads.
- Q: How many channels does it have?
- A: It has 8 channels, organized as two 4-bit sections with separate output-enable controls.
- Q: What is the output type?
- A: The outputs are 3-State, allowing connection to shared buses.
- Q: What is the voltage range?
- A: It operates from 2V to 6V, making it compatible with 3.3V, 5V, and even 6V systems.
- Q: What package is available?
- A: It comes in a 20-pin TSSOP package (4.40mm width), suitable for standard PCB layouts.
