CD74HCT368E

Overview

The CD74HCT368E is a high-speed CMOS logic hex buffer and line driver manufactured by Texas Instruments. It features six inverting channels with three-state outputs, housed in a 16-pin PDIP package. The device operates within a supply voltage range of 4.5 V to 5.5 V. Key electrical specifications include a propagation delay of 30 ns at 4.5 V, low-level output current of 4 mA, and high-level output current of -4 mA. Static current is specified at 8 uA, with a maximum operating temperature of +125 C.

Feature Summary

• Six independent inverting buffer channels integrated into a single package
• Three-state output capability for bus-oriented applications
• High-speed CMOS technology ensuring fast switching performance
• Wide operating temperature range suitable for industrial environments

Applications

• Bus-oriented systems requiring signal buffering
• Clock distribution networks
• Memory address decoding circuits
• Data acquisition systems

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix to ensure the correct package type and RoHS compliance status match project requirements. Confirm that the PDIP-16 through-hole package aligns with the intended PCB layout and assembly process. Check for any recent product change notifications regarding pinout or electrical characteristics before finalizing procurement decisions.

Selection Notes

Select this component when designing circuits that require multiple inverting buffers with tri-state control capabilities. The HCT logic series ensures compatibility with standard TTL voltage levels while maintaining CMOS power efficiency. Consider the 16-pin DIP package for prototyping or applications requiring through-hole mounting techniques.

Part Context

This part belongs to the CD74HCT368 family of high-speed CMOS logic devices. It serves as a hex inverting buffer and line driver, providing signal conditioning and isolation for digital systems. The device is designed to interface between different logic families or drive high-capacitance loads in complex digital architectures.

Replacement Considerations

CD74HCT368EE4 is a verified equivalent variant within the same product family.