SN74ALS241CN

Overview

The SN74ALS241CN is an octal buffer and line driver manufactured by Texas Instruments, belonging to the Advanced Low-power Schottky (ALS) logic family. It features eight non-inverting inputs and three-state outputs housed in a 20-pin DIP package. The device operates within a supply voltage range of 4.5 V to 5.5 V. Key electrical specifications include a propagation delay of 8 ns, high-level output current of -8 mA, low-level output current of 24 mA, and maximum static current of 3 mA.

Feature Summary

• Provides tri-state control for bus-oriented communication systems
• Delivers high-speed signal buffering with advanced low-power Schottky technology
• Supports direct interface with TTL and CMOS logic families

Applications

• Memory address drivers
• Clock drivers
• Bus-oriented architectures

Procurement Notes

Verify that the component suffix 'CN' corresponds to the standard commercial temperature range and PDIP-20 package configuration as specified in the official datasheet. Confirm RoHS compliance status and manufacturing origin through authorized distributors or the manufacturer's official documentation before procurement.

Selection Notes

Select this component when designing systems requiring octal buffering with tri-state capability and moderate speed performance. The ALS series offers a balance between power consumption and switching speed suitable for general-purpose digital applications interfacing with standard logic families.

Part Context

This part belongs to the SN74ALS241A series of octal buffers and line drivers. It is functionally compatible with other industry-standard octal buffer designs but utilizes Texas Instruments' specific ALS process technology to achieve its defined electrical characteristics and package form factor.

Replacement Considerations

SN74ALS241AN

FAQ

What is the logic polarity of the SN74ALS241CN?

The device is non-inverting, meaning the output state follows the input state directly.

Does the SN74ALS241CN support bidirectional data flow?

No, it is designed as a unidirectional buffer/driver. Bidirectional functionality requires a different component type such as the SN74ALS245.