74ACT240SC

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Overview

The onsemi 74ACT240SC is an octal buffer and line driver featuring 3-state outputs, designed for high-speed digital applications. It operates within a supply voltage range of 2.7V to 3.6V, ensuring compatibility with standard logic families. The device provides balanced propagation delays and low output impedance, making it suitable for driving heavy capacitive loads or long traces. Its architecture supports bidirectional data flow control, facilitating efficient bus-oriented communications in complex electronic systems.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Feature Summary

• Octal configuration with independent 3-state control for flexible bus management
• High-speed performance with balanced propagation delays for reliable signal integrity
• Low output impedance capability for driving heavy capacitive loads effectively

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Applications

• Bus-oriented communications in computer systems
• Clock drivers and buffering circuits
• Memory module address and data buses

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'SC' indicates the SOIC-20 package variant when sourcing. Confirm the operating temperature range matches your system requirements, as industrial grades may differ from commercial variants. Ensure pinout compatibility with existing PCB layouts before procurement. Cross-reference the manufacturer's latest datasheet for any updates on RoHS compliance status or recommended soldering profiles to guarantee assembly reliability.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Selection Notes

Select this component when an octal buffer with 3-state functionality is required for high-speed data transmission. Consider the 2.7V to 3.6V supply voltage constraint to ensure compatibility with the target logic family. Evaluate the package type against available board space, noting that the SC suffix denotes a surface-mount SOIC package. Verify that the drive strength meets the load requirements of the connected circuitry without exceeding power dissipation limits.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Part Context

This part belongs to the 74ACT series of high-speed CMOS logic devices, known for performance comparable to TTL but with lower power consumption. The ACT series is widely used in modern digital designs requiring fast switching speeds and noise immunity. As an octal buffer, it serves as a fundamental building block for managing data flow between different sections of a digital system, particularly where isolation or signal strengthening is necessary.