DS14C241TWMX

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Overview

The DS14C241TWMX is an octal bus driver manufactured by National Semiconductor, belonging to the PAL Series 24 programmable array logic family. It features eight non-inverting outputs with three-state capability, allowing for controlled data transmission on bidirectional buses. The device operates within a supply voltage range of 2V to 6V and supports through-hole or surface-mount installation styles depending on the specific package variant. It is designed for high-speed applications with typical propagation delays and low power dissipation characteristics suitable for general-purpose digital logic interfacing.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Feature Summary

• Octal configuration providing eight independent non-inverting signal paths
• Three-state output control enabling efficient bus sharing and isolation
• Wide operating voltage compatibility supporting standard logic levels

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Applications

• Bidirectional bus drivers in computer systems
• Memory address and data bus buffering
• Clock distribution circuits requiring high fan-out

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Procurement Notes

Verify the exact suffix against the manufacturer datasheet to confirm package type and temperature grade. Ensure the component matches the required pinout and electrical specifications for the target circuit design before integration.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Selection Notes

Select this component when an octal buffer with three-state outputs is required for bus arbitration. Compare propagation delay and drive current requirements against system timing constraints. Verify voltage level compatibility with connected logic families.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Part Context

This part belongs to the PAL Series 24 line from National Semiconductor, now under Texas Instruments. It serves as a discrete logic solution for bus interface tasks, distinct from complex programmable devices but offering dedicated high-performance buffering capabilities.

Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Replacement Considerations

Check for direct equivalents such as the DM54S241 or DM74S241 series for compatible performance. Verify pin compatibility and electrical parameters before substituting with other octal bus drivers.