74LVT16240MTD

Overview

The Fairchild Semiconductor 74LVT16240MTD is a low-voltage 16-bit bus driver featuring inverted outputs and three-state control. Designed for high-speed memory and microprocessor systems, it operates within a 2.7V to 3.6V supply voltage range. The device utilizes advanced CMOS technology to achieve low power dissipation while maintaining high-speed performance. It includes an enable input that controls the direction of data flow between ports A and B, facilitating efficient bidirectional data transfer in complex digital circuits.

Feature Summary

• Provides sixteen non-inverting or inverted buffer channels depending on specific variant configuration
• Supports bidirectional data transfer with separate output enable controls
• Designed for low-voltage operation compatible with modern system architectures

Applications

• High-speed memory interface circuits
• Microprocessor data bus drivers
• Bidirectional gate interfaces in communication systems

Procurement Notes

Verify the exact suffix against the manufacturer's current datasheet to confirm pinout compatibility and electrical specifications. Ensure the component meets RoHS directives if required by your assembly process. Cross-reference the package dimensions with your PCB footprint library to prevent mechanical installation errors during surface-mount assembly.

Selection Notes

Select this component when designing systems requiring 16-bit wide data paths at low voltages. Compare propagation delay specifications against your clock speed requirements. Verify that the three-state output impedance matches your bus termination strategy to ensure signal integrity across the entire data width.

Part Context

This part belongs to the LVT logic family, which bridges standard TTL levels with low-voltage CMOS operations. It serves as a critical interface element in legacy-to-modern system conversions. The MTD suffix indicates a specific plastic small-outline package variant suitable for automated surface-mount manufacturing processes.

Replacement Considerations

Check for direct equivalents from other manufacturers offering identical pinouts and electrical characteristics. Verify functional compatibility regarding output drive strength and switching speeds before substituting.