{"product_id":"mc74hc368n","title":"MC74HC368N","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe MC74HC368N is a dual inverting buffer from onsemi, part of the high-speed 74HC logic family. It features two independent channels with 3-State outputs, allowing for bus-oriented applications. Operating from a 2V to 6V supply, it provides a fan-out of 7.8mA on both sink and source, making it suitable for driving a variety of loads. Its wide temperature range of -55°C to 125°C ensures reliable operation in harsh environments. Typical applications include bus line driving, signal inversion, and level shifting in digital systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide 2V to 6V Supply Range: Compatible with both 3.3V and 5V systems, simplifying mixed-voltage design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-State Outputs: Enables bus multiplexing and reduces power consumption by disconnecting unused stages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-Temperature Range (-55°C to 125°C): Suitable for automotive and industrial environments where temperature extremes are common.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInverting Function: Provides signal inversion without additional logic gates, saving board space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBus Line Driving\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse the MC74HC368N to drive high-capacitance bus lines. The 3-State outputs allow multiple devices to share the same bus without contention, as each buffer can be placed in a high-impedance state when not active.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSignal Inversion and Buffering\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn digital systems, this IC provides signal inversion while buffering the input to drive subsequent stages. The high input impedance and low output impedance prevent signal degradation over long traces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMemory Address Decoding\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn microprocessor systems, the inverting buffers can be used in address decoding circuits to generate active-low chip select signals, ensuring proper memory or peripheral selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLevel Shifting (5V to 3.3V)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a 6V maximum supply, the MC74HC368N can accept 5V logic inputs and, when powered at 3.3V, provide a level-shifted output. This is useful in mixed-voltage systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eClock Distribution\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor distributing clock signals to multiple loads, the buffer's fan-out capability ensures that the clock signal maintains its integrity and timing characteristics across all destinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIndustrial Control Inputs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn industrial control panels, this buffer can condition and invert signals from sensors and switches, providing a clean, buffered signal to the PLC or microcontroller input.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\u003ccol\u003e\u003c\/colgroup\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003eProduct attributes\u003c\/td\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003eProperty Value\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003eonsemi\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003eProduct Series\u003c\/td\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003e74HC\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003ePackaging\u003c\/td\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003eBulk | \u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003ePart Status\u003c\/td\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003eActive\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003eLogic Type\u003c\/td\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003eBuffer, Inverting\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Elements\u003c\/td\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Bits per Element\u003c\/td\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003e2, 4 (Hex)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003eInput Type\u003c\/td\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003e-\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003eOutput Type\u003c\/td\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003e3-State\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003eCurrent - Output High, Low\u003c\/td\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003e7.8mA, 7.8mA\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003eVoltage - Supply\u003c\/td\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003e2V ~ 6V\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003e-55°C ~ 125°C (TA)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003e-\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003eQualification\u003c\/td\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003e-\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003eMounting Type\u003c\/td\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003e-\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003ePackage \/ Case\u003c\/td\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003e-\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003eSupplier Device Package\u003c\/td\u003e \t\u003ctd\u003e-\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eQ: What is the logic family of the MC74HC368N?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eA: The MC74HC368N belongs to the 74HC (High-Speed CMOS) logic family.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eQ: What is the function of this IC?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eA: It is a dual inverting buffer with 3-State outputs.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eQ: How many channels does it have?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eA: It has 2 channels.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eQ: What is the output type?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eA: The outputs are 3-State, allowing for high-impedance states in bus applications.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eQ: What is the operating voltage range?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eA: It operates from 2V to 6V, making it compatible with TTL and CMOS logic levels.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eQ: What is the package type?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eA: The package is a standard DIP (Dual In-line Package), though the specific package code is not provided.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e","brand":"onsemi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53665845674273,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/hqickey.com\/fr\/products\/mc74hc368n","provider":"HQICKEY","version":"1.0","type":"link"}