Texas Instruments SN74LVC244ARWPR
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| Product attributes | Property Value |
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments |
| Product Series | 74LVC |
| Packaging | Cut Tape (CT) | Tape & Reel (TR) |
| 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 | 24mA, 24mA |
| Voltage - Supply | 1.65V ~ 3.6V |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 125°C (TA) |
| Grade | - |
| Qualification | - |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Package / Case | 20-XFQFN Exposed Pad |
| Supplier Device Package | 20-X1QFN (3.3x2.5) |
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The SN74LVC244ARWPR from Texas Instruments is a dual-channel non-inverting buffer designed for low-voltage applications. Operating from 1.65V to 3.6V, it provides 24mA output drive per channel with 3-State outputs for bus-oriented systems. Its compact 20-XFQFN package suits space-constrained designs. Ideal for signal buffering, level shifting, and bus interfacing in portable electronics, industrial controls, and communication equipment.
- Wide 1.65V to 3.6V Supply Range: Compatible with 1.8V, 2.5V, and 3.3V logic, simplifying mixed-voltage designs.
- 3-State Outputs: Enables bus sharing and prevents data contention in multiplexed systems.
- High 24mA Drive Current: Ensures robust signal integrity for driving capacitive loads and long traces.
- Extended Temperature Range (-40°C to 125°C): Reliable operation in automotive and industrial environments.
Bus Interfacing in Mixed-Voltage Systems
The 3-State outputs allow the SN74LVC244ARWPR to interface with shared data buses, preventing contention by disabling outputs when not in use. Its 1.65V to 3.6V range bridges 1.8V and 2.5V logic domains.
Signal Buffering for High-Speed Digital Lines
With 24mA drive capability, this buffer can strengthen weak signals from microcontrollers or FPGAs, ensuring signal integrity over longer PCB traces and reducing propagation delays.
Level Shifting Between 1.8V and 3.3V Logic
As a non-inverting buffer, it can translate low-voltage signals to higher-voltage logic levels, enabling communication between different voltage nodes without additional level-shifter ICs.
Driving LED Arrays in Portable Devices
The 24mA sink/source capability is sufficient to drive LEDs directly, simplifying control circuits in battery-powered devices where power efficiency is critical.
Memory Address Line Buffering
In embedded systems, this buffer can isolate and drive address lines to multiple memory chips, reducing capacitive loading on the controller and improving timing margins.
Industrial Sensor Signal Conditioning
Operating at -40°C to 125°C, it reliably buffers sensor outputs in harsh environments, ensuring clean digital signals for PLCs and industrial controllers.
- Q: What is the logic family of the SN74LVC244ARWPR?
- A: It belongs to the 74LVC logic family, known for low-voltage operation and high-speed performance.
- Q: What is the function of this IC?
- A: It is a non-inverting buffer with 2 channels, ideal for signal buffering and line driving.
- Q: What is the output type?
- A: It features 3-State outputs, allowing connection to shared buses with high-impedance control.
- Q: What is the operating voltage range?
- A: It operates from 1.65V to 3.6V, making it suitable for low-voltage digital systems.
- Q: What is the output current capability?
- A: It can source or sink 24mA per channel, suitable for driving moderate loads.
- Q: What package is available?
- A: It comes in a 20-XFQFN package with an exposed pad for thermal management.
- Q: What is the logic family of the SN74LVC244ARWPR?
- A: It belongs to the 74LVC logic family, known for low-voltage operation and high-speed performance.
- Q: What is the function of this IC?
- A: It is a non-inverting buffer with 2 channels, ideal for signal buffering and line driving.
- Q: What is the output type?
- A: It features 3-State outputs, allowing connection to shared buses with high-impedance control.
- Q: What is the operating voltage range?
- A: It operates from 1.65V to 3.6V, making it suitable for low-voltage digital systems.
- Q: What is the output current capability?
- A: It can source or sink 24mA per channel, suitable for driving moderate loads.
- Q: What package is available?
- A: It comes in a 20-XFQFN package with an exposed pad for thermal management.

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