The 74ALS373 is a high-performance integrated circuit designed and manufactured by NXP Semiconductors. This device belongs to the Advanced Low-Power Schottky (ALS) logic family, which is renowned for its excellent speed-power combination compared to traditional TTL logic families. The 74ALS373 is an octal transparent D-type latch with 3-state outputs.

Key Features

• Octal D-Type Latch: The device contains eight latches with D-type inputs and outputs, allowing for the simultaneous storage of eight bits of data.
• Transparent Latch: When the enable (LE) input is high, the Q outputs follow the data (D) inputs. When LE is taken low, the data that meets the setup time is latched at the Q outputs.
• 3-State Outputs: This feature allows the outputs to assume a high impedance state in addition to the active high and low logic levels, facilitating the connection of multiple outputs to a common bus without interference.
• Low Power Consumption: The ALS technology ensures that the device operates with lower power consumption without sacrificing speed, making it ideal for power-sensitive applications.
• Wide Operating Voltage Range: The 74ALS373 can operate over a wide voltage range, typically from 4.5V to 5.5V, providing flexibility in various system designs.
• Fast Propagation Delay: The device offers fast propagation delays, ensuring quick response times for high-speed operations.

Applications

The 74ALS373 is suitable for a wide range of applications, including:

• Buffering and storage of data in computer systems
• Interface between different logic levels or signal domains
• Temporary data storage for digital signal processing
• Control systems where data needs to be held temporarily

Product Specifications

For detailed technical specifications and application support, it is recommended to consult the official NXP datasheet for the 74ALS373 product.