The TC74VCX138FT(EL) is a 3-to-8 Line Decoder/Demultiplexer manufactured by Toshiba Semiconductor and Storage. This device is designed for low-voltage operation with high-speed performance and minimal power consumption, making it ideal for various applications including memory addressing, data routing, and control logic. The (EL) suffix often denotes specific packaging and shipping options.

Applications

• Memory address decoding
• Data routing and multiplexing
• Chip select decoding
• Control signal distribution
• Logic circuit simplification

Features

• Low-voltage operation: VCC = 1.2 V to 3.6 V
• High-speed operation: tpd = 3.0 ns (typ.) at VCC = 3.3 V
• Low power consumption: ICC = 2.0 μA (max) at VCC = 3.6 V
• High noise immunity
• Output drive capability: ±24 mA at VCC = 3.0 V
• 3-to-8 line decoding
• Package: TSSOP16

Benefits

• Efficient address decoding simplifies memory system design.
• Low power consumption extends battery life in portable devices.
• High-speed operation ensures quick data access and processing.
• Wide operating voltage range provides flexibility in various applications.
• Small TSSOP package minimizes board space requirements.

The TC74VCX138FT(EL) provides eight mutually exclusive outputs, each corresponding to one of the eight possible input combinations. The enable inputs allow for cascading multiple devices to implement larger decoding schemes. The device is housed in a TSSOP16 (Thin Shrink Small Outline Package), which helps save board space. Its low power consumption and high speed make it a suitable choice for modern low-power, high-performance systems. The FT indicates a specific manufacturing or testing process.