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Manufacturer Texas Instruments
Product Series 74F
Packaging Bulk |
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 15mA, 64mA
Voltage - Supply 4.5V ~ 5.5V
Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 70°C (TA)
Grade -
Qualification -
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case 20-SOIC (0.209", 5.30mm Width)
Supplier Device Package 20-SO

The SN74F241NS from Texas Instruments is a high-speed, non-inverting octal buffer designed for demanding bus-oriented systems. It features 3-State outputs and operates from a 4.5V to 5.5V supply. With a high sink current of 64mA, it excels at driving LEDs and high-capacitance loads. Housed in a 20-SOIC package, it is ideal for memory address buffering, peripheral driving, and industrial control applications.

  • High Sink Current (64mA): Directly drives LEDs and low-impedance loads without external drivers.
  • 3-State Outputs: Enables bus sharing and isolation, preventing data contention.
  • Fast 74F Logic: Ensures high-speed operation for performance-critical applications.
  • Standard 5V Operation: Compatible with TTL and common digital systems.

High-Current LED Driving

With a 64mA sink capability, the SN74F241NS can directly drive multiple LEDs or high-current indicators. This eliminates the need for external transistor drivers, simplifying design and reducing component count.

Bus Line Buffering

In microprocessor systems, this buffer can drive long, high-capacitance bus lines without signal degradation. The 3-State outputs allow multiple devices to share the bus, controlled by the output enable pins.

Memory Address Buffering

Use it to buffer address lines from a CPU to multiple memory chips. The high drive current ensures fast, clean signal transitions, critical for reliable memory access at high speeds.

Peripheral Interface Driving

For connecting logic circuits to peripherals like printers or external controllers, this buffer provides the necessary current and voltage levels. Its 5V operation is compatible with TTL and many legacy interfaces.

Clock Signal Distribution

The fast propagation delay of the 74F family makes it suitable for buffering and distributing clock signals to multiple destinations, ensuring synchronized operation.

Industrial Control Outputs

In industrial PLCs, this buffer can drive relay coils or solenoid valves through appropriate interface resistors, providing robust output drive from logic-level control signals.

Q: What is the logic family of the SN74F241NS?
A: It is part of the 74F (Fast) logic family, known for high speed and bipolar technology.
Q: What is the function of this IC?
A: It is a non-inverting buffer with 2 channels (each 4-bit), designed to drive high-capacitance loads.
Q: What is the output type?
A: It features 3-State outputs, allowing for connection to a shared bus with high-impedance isolation.
Q: What is the operating voltage range?
A: It operates at a standard 5V supply, specifically 4.5V to 5.5V.
Q: What are the output current capabilities?
A: It can source 15mA and sink 64mA, making it suitable for driving LEDs or low-impedance loads.
Q: What package is available?
A: It is available in a 20-SOIC (0.209", 5.30mm Width) package for surface-mount assembly.
Base Product Number : SN74F241
20-SOIC 4.5V-5.5V 74F Buffer Bus Buffer Industrial LED Driver Logic IC Memory Texas Instruments
Q: What is the logic family of the SN74F241NS?
A: It is part of the 74F (Fast) logic family, known for high speed and bipolar technology.
Q: What is the function of this IC?
A: It is a non-inverting buffer with 2 channels (each 4-bit), designed to drive high-capacitance loads.
Q: What is the output type?
A: It features 3-State outputs, allowing for connection to a shared bus with high-impedance isolation.
Q: What is the operating voltage range?
A: It operates at a standard 5V supply, specifically 4.5V to 5.5V.
Q: What are the output current capabilities?
A: It can source 15mA and sink 64mA, making it suitable for driving LEDs or low-impedance loads.
Q: What package is available?
A: It is available in a 20-SOIC (0.209", 5.30mm Width) package for surface-mount assembly.