N74F38N,602

Inverter Gates Overview

The N74F38N,602 is a quad 2-input NAND buffer with open-collector outputs manufactured by NXP USA Inc. It operates within a supply voltage range of 4.5 V to 5.5 V and supports an ambient temperature range of 0 °C to +70 °C. The device features a propagation delay from OFF-state to LOW state (tPZL) ranging from 1.5 ns to 5.5 ns, and from LOW state to OFF-state (tPLZ) ranging from 7.5 ns to 13.0 ns at 5.0 V. It provides a maximum low-level output current (IOL) of 64 mA and utilizes a 14-lead plastic dual in-line package.

Inverter Gates Feature Summary

• Contains four independent 2-input NAND logic functions
• Outputs are configured as open-collector for flexible interfacing
• Designed for commercial industrial temperature operation

Inverter Gates Applications

• General digital logic buffering
• Open-collector bus interfacing
• Signal inversion and level shifting

Inverter Gates Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix matches the required package type and temperature grade. Confirm that the component status aligns with long-term availability requirements. Ensure the manufacturer designation corresponds to NXP Semiconductors or authorized production entities. Validate RoHS compliance documentation against current regulatory standards before finalizing procurement specifications.

Inverter Gates Selection Notes

Select this component when open-collector NAND functionality is required for wired-AND configurations or driving loads exceeding standard push-pull capabilities. Consider the 64 mA sink capability for direct LED or relay drive applications without additional transistors. Evaluate the DIP14 package constraints against available board space and thermal dissipation needs for the target environment.

Inverter Gates Part Context

This part belongs to the 74F series of high-speed TTL logic devices. The 'N' suffix indicates a plastic dual in-line package suitable for through-hole mounting. The '602' suffix typically denotes specific packaging or tape-and-reel variations depending on distributor coding, though the base die remains consistent with the standard 74F38 specification.

Inverter Gates Replacement Considerations

Equivalent parts include SN74F38N from Texas Instruments and N74F38D from Nexperia. Verify pin compatibility and electrical characteristics match the original design requirements before substitution.

Inverter Gates FAQ

What is the maximum low-level output current?

The maximum low-level output current (IOL) is specified as 64 mA.

Does this device support industrial temperature ranges?

The N74F38N variant is rated for commercial temperatures (0 °C to +70 °C). Industrial grades (-40 °C to +85 °C) are available under different part numbers such as I74F38N.