MC74ACT241MEL

Overview

The MC74ACT241MEL is an octal buffer and line driver manufactured by onsemi, belonging to the 74ACT logic series. It features three-state outputs designed for driving bus lines or buffering memory address registers. The device provides TTL-compatible inputs and supports output source/sink currents of 24 mA. It operates within a supply voltage range of 4.5 V to 5.5 V and is housed in a 20-pin SOIC package.

Feature Summary

• Octal buffer and line driver architecture
• Three-state output capability
• TTL-compatible input levels

Applications

• Memory address drivers
• Clock drivers
• Bus oriented transmitters
• Bus oriented receivers

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'MEL' against the official onsemi datasheet to confirm package type and RoHS compliance status. Ensure the component matches the required operating temperature range and electrical specifications for the target application before procurement.

Selection Notes

Select this component when an octal buffer with three-state outputs is required for bus-oriented applications. It is suitable for interfacing with TTL-compatible systems and provides high drive current capabilities for memory address and clock signal distribution.

Part Context

This part belongs to the 74ACT family of advanced CMOS logic devices from onsemi. It serves as an octal buffer and line driver, offering improved PC board density compared to older logic families while maintaining compatibility with standard TTL interfaces.

Replacement Considerations

The SN74ACT241N from Texas Instruments is a documented alternative with similar octal buffer functionality and three-state outputs.