CD74HCT368M96

Overview

The CD74HCT368M96 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 SOIC-Narrow 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, a maximum low-level output current of 4 mA, and a maximum high-level output current of -4 mA. Static current is limited to 8 uA, while operating supply current reaches 80 uA. It supports surface mount installation and functions reliably across an extended temperature range from -55 °C to +125 °C.

Feature Summary

• Provides six independent inverting buffer channels for signal conditioning
• Features three-state outputs allowing bus-oriented control
• Compatible with standard TTL logic input levels via HCT series design

Applications

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

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix M96 corresponds to the tape-and-reel packaging configuration when ordering. Confirm that the required quantity aligns with the manufacturer's standard reel size or cut-tape availability. Ensure the application environment remains within the specified -55 °C to +125 °C operating temperature limits. Check for RoHS compliance documentation if environmental regulations apply to the final assembly. Validate pinout compatibility with existing PCB footprints before integration.

Selection Notes

Select this component when six inverting buffers with tri-state capability are required in a compact surface-mount package. The HCT logic family ensures compatibility with 5 V TTL inputs, simplifying interface design with legacy digital systems. Consider the 30 ns propagation delay for timing-sensitive applications. The wide operating temperature range makes it suitable for industrial environments where thermal stability is critical for consistent logic performance.

Part Context

This part belongs to the CD74HCT368 series of high-speed CMOS logic devices. It serves as the inverting counterpart to the non-inverting CD74HCT367. Both components share similar electrical characteristics and packaging options but differ in logical polarity. The series is designed for applications demanding fast switching speeds and low power consumption within standard 5 V logic systems.

Replacement Considerations

The CD74HCT367M96 is a verified non-inverting substitute offering identical electrical parameters and packaging. Other HCT-series hex buffers may require verification of inversion polarity and output drive strength before substitution.