74FCT244ATSOG8

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Overview

The 74FCT244ATSOG8 is an octal buffer and line driver manufactured by Renesas Electronics. It features eight non-inverting inputs and outputs housed in a 20-pin SOIC package. The device operates within a supply voltage range of 4.75 V to 5.25 V. Electrical characteristics include a high-level output current of -15 mA and a low-level output current of 64 mA. Static current consumption is specified at 10 µA, with a maximum operating supply current of 5 mA. The component supports an extended industrial temperature range from -40 °C to +85 °C.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Feature Summary

• Provides octal buffering and line driving capabilities for digital signal transmission
• Features three-state outputs controlled by active-low enable signals
• Designed for high-speed data bus applications requiring significant drive strength

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Applications

• Memory address and data bus drivers
• Clock distribution circuits
• Bus-oriented architectures

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'SOG8' against the manufacturer's latest datasheet to confirm package dimensions and tape-and-reel specifications. Ensure compatibility with RoHS3 standards if required by the target assembly process. Cross-reference the ordering number with official Renesas documentation to avoid confusion with similar FCT series variants that may differ in pinout or electrical ratings.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Selection Notes

Select this component when an octal buffer with high low-level sink capability is required for system buses. The FCT logic family offers speed comparable to LS TTL while maintaining CMOS power efficiency. Consider the 64 mA low-level output current for driving heavy capacitive loads or multiple downstream inputs without signal degradation.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Part Context

This part belongs to the 74FCT logic family, which bridges the performance gap between standard TTL and advanced CMOS technologies. The 74FCT244 variant specifically provides non-inverting buffering. The SOG8 suffix indicates a specific plastic small-outline integrated circuit package configuration suitable for surface-mount assembly techniques.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Replacement Considerations

IDT74FCT244ATSOG8 is a confirmed equivalent part number from Integrated Device Technology, now part of Renesas.