MM74HC08MX

Inverter Gates Overview

The MM74HC08MX is a high-performance silicon-gate CMOS integrated circuit manufactured by Fairchild Semiconductor. It contains four independent 2-input AND gates within a single package. The device operates within a supply voltage range of 2.0 V to 6.0 V and features low input current of 1.0 µA. It provides an output drive capability equivalent to 10 LSTTL loads and exhibits high noise immunity characteristic of CMOS devices. The component complies with JEDEC standard JESD7A requirements and offers ESD protection exceeding 2000 V via Human Body Model testing.

Inverter Gates Feature Summary

• Contains four independent 2-input AND logic gates
• High noise immunity characteristic of CMOS technology
• Outputs directly interface to CMOS, NMOS, and TTL logic families
• Compatible with Standard CMOS outputs and LSTTL outputs when pullup resistors are used

Inverter Gates Applications

• General digital logic processing
• Data routing applications
• Interface between different logic families

Inverter Gates Procurement Notes

Verify the manufacturer marking on the component body to confirm Fairchild Semiconductor origin, as ON Semiconductor acquired Fairchild's semiconductor business. Ensure the suffix 'MX' corresponds to the specific tape-and-reel packaging variant required for automated assembly processes. Cross-reference the date code against current production status to avoid obsolete stock.

Inverter Gates Selection Notes

Select this component when a quad 2-input AND gate configuration is required in surface-mount applications. It serves as a pin-compatible alternative to LS08 variants while offering superior power efficiency and higher speed performance typical of HC series logic. Verify that the system operating voltage remains within the 2.0 V to 6.0 V range to ensure proper functionality.

Inverter Gates Part Context

This part belongs to the 74HC series of high-speed CMOS logic devices. The 74HC08 family is widely utilized in consumer electronics, industrial control systems, and computing equipment due to its broad voltage compatibility and robust noise margins. It represents a standard solution for implementing basic Boolean AND operations in complex digital circuits.

Inverter Gates Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes include MC74HC08MX from ON Semiconductor and NXP 74HC08MX variants. These alternatives maintain identical pinouts and logical functions. Verify that any replacement maintains the same SOIC-14 package dimensions and electrical characteristics.