SN74HCT241DW Octal Buffers and Line Drivers from Texas Instruments

The SN74HCT241DW is a high-performance, octal buffer and line driver designed to provide high-speed drive with low power consumption. Manufactured by Texas Instruments, this integrated circuit is part of the HCT family, which is characterized by its high noise immunity and low power consumption. The SN74HCT241DW is particularly suited for driving bus lines or buffer memory address registers, making it an essential component in a wide range of digital applications.

Key Features:

• Logic Type: Octal Buffer/Line Driver, Non-Inverting
• Number of Channels: 8
• Output Type: 3-State
• Supply Voltage: 4.5V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C
• Package / Case: SOIC-20
• Mounting Type: Surface Mount
• Logic Level - High: 2 V ~ 6 V
• Logic Level - Low: 0.8 V ~ 0.8 V

Product Description:

The SN74HCT241DW is designed with eight non-inverting buffer and line driver channels, each capable of sinking or sourcing 15 mA at 5V. This makes it ideal for interfacing between different voltage levels within a system or driving heavy loads. The device features two active-low output enable inputs, which allow the user to place the eight outputs in either a high-impedance state or an active state, thereby providing greater control over the data flow through the device.

With its wide operating voltage range and high noise immunity of the HCT logic family, the SN74HCT241DW ensures compatibility with TTL logic levels while maintaining CMOS low power consumption. The device is provided in a slim SOIC-20 package, which is suitable for space-constrained applications yet robust enough for general-purpose use.

Whether used in personal computers, data storage, office electronics, or industrial control systems, the SN74HCT241DW from Texas Instruments is a reliable choice for designers looking to implement efficient and dependable data transmission paths in their electronic designs.