CLVC138AQPWRG4Q1

Overview

The SN74LVC138AQPWRG4Q1 is an automotive-grade 3-to-8 line decoder and demultiplexer from Texas Instruments, belonging to the LVC logic series. It operates within a supply voltage range of 2 V to 3.6 V and features a propagation delay of 6.7 ns. The device is housed in a TSSOP-16 package and supports surface-mount installation. It is qualified under AEC-Q100 standards for operation between -40°C and +125°C.

Feature Summary

• Automotive qualification compliant with AEC-Q100 standards
• Low-voltage CMOS technology for efficient power consumption
• High-speed decoding performance with defined propagation delay

Applications

• Automotive electronic control units requiring address decoding
• Data routing and demultiplexing in vehicle communication networks
• Memory addressing systems in automotive infotainment modules

Procurement Notes

Verify the complete part number including suffixes against official Texas Instruments documentation to ensure correct automotive grade and packaging specifications. Confirm AEC-Q100 qualification status and operating temperature range requirements match the target application environment before procurement.

Selection Notes

Select this component when designing automotive systems requiring reliable 3-to-8 decoding at low voltages. Ensure the design accommodates the 2 V to 3.6 V supply range and TSSOP-16 thermal characteristics. Verify compatibility with existing logic levels and signal integrity requirements for high-speed data paths.

Part Context

This device is part of the SN74LVC138AQ family of automotive-qualified decoders. It shares functional similarities with other LVC series components but is specifically optimized for automotive reliability and low-voltage operation. The Q1 suffix indicates automotive qualification, distinguishing it from standard commercial variants.