PAL16L8B-4MW

Programmable Logic Device Pld Overview

The PAL16L8B-4MW is a 20-pin TTL Programmable Array Logic (PAL) device manufactured by Advanced Micro Devices. It belongs to the PAL16R8 family, which includes variants such as PAL16L8, PAL16R8, PAL16R6, and PAL16R4. This specific component provides standard 20-pin DIP and PLCC pinouts. The device features a sum-of-products architecture with programmable AND gates and fixed OR gates, designed for high-performance logic applications requiring fast propagation delays.

Programmable Logic Device Pld Feature Summary

• 20-Pin TTL Programmable Array Logic structure
• Part of the high-speed PAL16R8 family
• Standard 20-pin DIP and PLCC package options

Programmable Logic Device Pld Part Context

The PAL16L8B-4MW is part of the PAL16R8 family from Advanced Micro Devices. This family is noted for providing the highest speed within the 20-pin TTL PAL device category. The 'L' designation typically indicates registered outputs in similar family members like PAL16R8, though specific output configuration details for the L8 variant are defined within the full datasheet documentation.

Programmable Logic Device Pld Replacement Considerations

Compatible replacements include other manufacturers' PAL16L8 devices, such as those from Texas Instruments or National Semiconductor. These alternatives maintain functional compatibility with the 20-pin DIP and PLCC form factors used by the AMD original.