SN74BCT25244DB

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Overview

The SN74BCT25244DB is an octal buffer and line driver from Texas Instruments, belonging to the BCT logic family. It features eight non-inverting channels with three-state outputs housed in a 20-pin SOIC package. The device operates within a supply voltage range of 4.5 V to 5.5 V. Key electrical characteristics include a maximum high-level output current of -80 mA and a low-level output current of 188 mA. Propagation delay is specified at 5.6 ns at 5 V. The component supports surface-mount installation and functions across a temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Feature Summary

• Provides octal buffering and driving capabilities for high-density bus applications
• Features three-state outputs to facilitate efficient data transfer on shared buses
• Designed for improved performance and density in memory address drivers and clock distribution

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Applications

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

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'DB' against official Texas Instruments documentation to confirm pinout and package dimensions, as variations exist within the BCT series. Ensure compatibility with 5V logic systems given the 4.5V to 5.5V operating range. Confirm RoHS compliance status through the manufacturer's latest datasheet or environmental information files before finalizing procurement specifications.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Selection Notes

Select this component when designing systems requiring high drive strength for long traces or multiple loads. The BCT technology offers a balance between speed and power consumption suitable for 5V applications. Consider the 20-pin SOIC package constraints regarding PCB space and thermal management. Verify that the input voltage levels are compatible with the source logic family to ensure reliable signal integrity.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Part Context

This part belongs to the SN74BCT25244 series of octal buffers and line drivers. It is functionally similar to other octal bus drivers but optimized for BiCMOS technology to provide higher drive currents compared to standard CMOS counterparts. The series is widely used in industrial and commercial computing equipment where reliable data transmission on parallel buses is critical.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Replacement Considerations

Check for direct substitutes such as the SN74BCT25244DW or SN74BCT25244DWR, ensuring the package type (SOIC-20) and suffix match the required manufacturing process. Verify that any alternative maintains the same 3-state output configuration and electrical characteristics.