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Manufacturer Fairchild Semiconductor
Product Series 74HC
Packaging Bulk |
Part Status Active
Logic Type Buffer, Non-Inverting
Number of Elements 4
Number of Bits per Element 1
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 14-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
Supplier Device Package 14-SOIC
ROHS RoHS Compliant - Hazardous Substance Free Electronic Components | HQICKEY

The MM74HC125MX from onsemi is a quad 3-State non-inverting buffer designed for general-purpose digital signal buffering and bus isolation. Operating from 2V to 6V, it is compatible with a wide range of logic families, including TTL and CMOS. Each of the four channels can source or sink 7.8mA, making it suitable for driving LEDs, relays, and capacitive loads. The 3-State outputs enable multiple devices to share a common bus without interference. Housed in a compact 14-SOIC package, this buffer is ideal for space-constrained designs in consumer electronics, industrial controls, and automotive systems. Its robust CMOS construction ensures low power consumption and high noise immunity.

  • Wide 2V to 6V Supply Range: Works with both 3.3V and 5V systems, reducing the need for level shifters.
  • 3-State Outputs: Facilitates bus sharing and prevents signal contention in multi-device setups.
  • Quad Channel Design: Provides four independent buffers in a single package, saving board space.
  • High Noise Immunity: CMOS technology ensures reliable operation in electrically noisy environments.

Microcontroller I/O Expansion

Use the MM74HC125MX to buffer and drive multiple LEDs, relays, or other loads from a microcontroller's I/O pins, protecting the MCU from excessive current draw.

Bus Isolation in Multi-Board Systems

The 3-State outputs allow multiple boards to share a common data bus. Each board can disable its buffers when not transmitting, preventing data collisions.

Level Shifting from 5V to 3.3V

When powered at 5V, the high-level output voltage is compatible with 3.3V logic inputs, enabling communication between 5V sensors and 3.3V microcontrollers.

Driving High-Capacitance Lines

The buffer's 7.8mA output current can drive long PCB traces or cables, reducing signal degradation in noisy industrial environments.

Clock Signal Distribution

Use multiple channels to fan out a single clock signal to several peripherals, ensuring synchronized operation without loading the source.

Battery-Powered Portable Devices

With a 2V minimum supply, it can operate directly from two AA batteries, providing a low-power buffering solution for handheld instruments.

Q: What is the logic family of the MM74HC125MX?
A: It is part of 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 a quad buffer with non-inverting outputs, used to isolate and drive signals.
Q: How many channels does it have?
A: It contains 4 independent buffer channels.
Q: What is the output type?
A: The outputs are 3-State, allowing them to be disconnected from the bus when disabled.
Q: What is the operating voltage range?
A: It operates from 2V to 6V, compatible with TTL, 3.3V, and 5V logic systems.
Q: What package is available?
A: It is available in a 14-SOIC package with a 3.90mm body width.
Base Product Number : MM74HC125MX
14-SOIC 2V-6V 74HC Buffer Bus Isolation CMOS LED Driver Level Shifting Logic IC
Q: What is the logic family of the MM74HC125MX?
A: It is part of 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 a quad buffer with non-inverting outputs, used to isolate and drive signals.
Q: How many channels does it have?
A: It contains 4 independent buffer channels.
Q: What is the output type?
A: The outputs are 3-State, allowing them to be disconnected from the bus when disabled.
Q: What is the operating voltage range?
A: It operates from 2V to 6V, compatible with TTL, 3.3V, and 5V logic systems.
Q: What package is available?
A: It is available in a 14-SOIC package with a 3.90mm body width.