74ABT244CMSA

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Overview

The 74ABT244CMSA is an octal buffer and line driver with 3-STATE outputs manufactured by Fairchild Semiconductor. It operates within a supply voltage range of +4.5V to +5.5V and supports an ambient temperature range of -40°C to +85°C. The device features non-inverting buffers with guaranteed output skew, simultaneous switching specifications, and high impedance glitch-free bus loading during power cycles. It provides an output sink capability of 64 mA and a source capability of 32 mA. Propagation delays are specified at 1.0 ns minimum and up to 8.5 ns maximum depending on load conditions.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Feature Summary

• Non-inverting buffer design with 3-STATE outputs for memory and address driving applications
• High drive strength with 64 mA sink and 32 mA source capabilities
• Glitch-free bus loading during power-up and power-down cycles
• Guaranteed latchup protection and nondestructive hot insertion capability

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Applications

• Memory address drivers
• Clock drivers
• Bus-oriented transmitters and receivers

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Procurement Notes

Verify the manufacturer origin as this component was originally produced by Fairchild Semiconductor. Confirm that the SSOP package designation matches the specific ordering code CMSA. Ensure compliance with any relevant lifecycle status updates or RoHS directives applicable to legacy semiconductor components.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Selection Notes

Select this component when high-speed data transmission requires precise timing control and strong drive currents. The ABT technology offers superior performance compared to standard TTL or CMOS logic families. Consider the 20-lead SSOP package constraints for PCB layout and thermal management requirements in dense designs.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Part Context

This part belongs to the 74ABT series of high-speed CMOS logic devices. It serves as a critical interface component in digital systems requiring fast signal propagation and reliable bus isolation. The octal configuration allows for efficient handling of wide data buses in parallel communication architectures.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Replacement Considerations

Check for equivalents from other manufacturers offering identical pinouts and electrical characteristics. Verify compatibility with existing system voltage levels and signal integrity requirements before substitution.