74LCX04MTR

Inverter Gates Overview

The 74LCX04MTR is a low-voltage CMOS hex inverter manufactured with sub-micron silicon gate and double-layer metal wiring C2MOS technology. It operates within a supply voltage range of 2.0V to 3.6V, featuring 5V tolerant inputs for interfacing with 5V signal environments. The device provides high-speed performance with a maximum propagation delay of 5.2ns at VCC = 3V. It includes power-down protection on inputs and outputs, symmetrical output impedance with |IOH| = IOL = 24mA (min) at VCC = 3V, and balanced propagation delays where tPLH is approximately equal to tPHL.

Inverter Gates Feature Summary

• Features 5V tolerant inputs allowing direct interfacing with 5V signal environments while operating at lower voltages.
• Provides high-speed logic inversion with balanced propagation delays suitable for demanding timing applications.
• Includes power-down protection on both inputs and outputs to prevent excessive current consumption during power-off states.

Inverter Gates Applications

• Low-power and high-speed 3.3V logic applications
• Interfacing between 3.3V logic circuits and 5V signal environments
• PCI bus level applications requiring guaranteed levels at 24 mA

Inverter Gates Procurement Notes

Verify the specific package type required for your design, as the 74LCX04 series is available in SO-14 and TSSOP-14 configurations. Confirm that the MTR suffix corresponds to the Tape and Reel packaging format intended for automated surface-mount assembly processes. Ensure compatibility with the recommended operating conditions regarding input rise and fall times to maintain specified switching characteristics.

Inverter Gates Selection Notes

Select this component when designing systems requiring low-voltage operation combined with 5V input tolerance. It serves as a drop-in replacement for standard 74 series inverters due to pin and function compatibility. Consider its low power dissipation and high noise immunity for battery-powered or sensitive electronic designs requiring reliable signal inversion.

Inverter Gates Part Context

This part belongs to the 74LCX family of low-voltage CMOS logic devices from STMicroelectronics. The LCX series is designed to offer AC/ACT speed performance at 3.3V with significantly lower power consumption. The 74LCX04 specifically implements the hex inverter function, providing six independent NOT gates in a single integrated circuit package.

Inverter Gates Replacement Considerations

Check for pin-compatible alternatives within the 74LCX04 family from other manufacturers. Verify that any substitute maintains the same 5V tolerant input specifications and operating voltage range of 2.0V to 3.6V to ensure functional equivalence in existing designs.