Product Overview: SN74HCT244PWRG4 from Texas Instruments

The SN74HCT244PWRG4 is a high-performance, octal buffer and line driver designed to operate at a voltage range of 4.5V to 5.5V. Manufactured by Texas Instruments, a leader in semiconductor solutions, this integrated circuit is part of the HCT family, which is compatible with the HCMOS logic levels and designed to drive capacitive loads and improve signal integrity in your digital applications.

Key Features:

• Logic Type: Octal Buffer/Line Driver, Non-Inverting
• Number of Channels: 8
• Output Type: 3-State
• Voltage - Supply: 4.5V to 5.5V
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C
• Mounting Type: Surface Mount
• Package / Case: TSSOP-20
• Propagation Delay Time: 11ns (Max)
• Current - Output High, Low: 6mA, 6mA
• Logic Level - Low: 0.8V (Max)
• Logic Level - High: 2V (Min)

The SN74HCT244PWRG4 features eight non-inverting buffers with 3-state outputs that can be used as line drivers for data transmission. The 3-state outputs ensure that multiple outputs can be connected together for bus-driving applications without the risk of high-current bus contention.

This device is characterized for operation from -40°C to 85°C, making it suitable for a wide range of industrial applications. The TSSOP-20 package is optimized for reduced space on PCBs, and its surface-mount design allows for efficient assembly in high-volume production.

With its fast propagation delay and high-current output drive capability, the SN74HCT244PWRG4 is ideal for interfacing with high-capacitive loads and power transmission lines. Its robust design ensures reliable operation in challenging environments, while its compatibility with HCMOS input levels allows for easy integration into existing digital systems.

Whether you are designing data buses, memory address drivers, or buffering general-purpose signals, the SN74HCT244PWRG4 from Texas Instruments is a versatile solution that delivers performance and reliability for your electronic designs.