The PI74FCT244TQA is an octal buffer/line driver manufactured by Pericom Semiconductor (now Diodes Incorporated). This device is part of the FCT (Fast CMOS Technology) family and provides high-speed buffering and driving capabilities. It's a non-inverting buffer with 3-state outputs, suitable for applications where signal integrity and bus driving are critical.

Applications

• Memory interfacing
• Data bus driving
• Address bus driving
• Clock distribution
• Backplane driving

Features

• Octal buffer/line driver
• Non-inverting outputs
• High-speed operation
• TTL-compatible inputs and outputs
• 3-state outputs for bus isolation
• Low ground bounce
• Low power consumption
• Available in various packages, including SOIC and QSOP

Benefits

• Improved signal integrity by buffering signals
• Increased drive capability for high-capacitance loads
• Easy integration with TTL-level logic
• Prevention of bus contention when multiple devices share a bus
• Reduced noise and improved system reliability due to low ground bounce
• Energy-efficient operation

Additional Details

The PI74FCT244TQA operates from a 5V power supply and is specified for operation over the industrial temperature range. The device has two output enable (OE) inputs, each controlling four of the eight output buffers. When the OE input is low, the corresponding outputs are enabled; when the OE input is high, the outputs are in a high-impedance state. The non-inverting configuration ensures that the output signal matches the input signal in polarity and timing. The low ground bounce characteristic helps to minimize noise and signal distortion. For detailed timing specifications, power consumption data, and package information, consult the manufacturer's datasheet.