SN74F244DWG4

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Overview

The SN74F244DWG4 is an octal buffer and line driver manufactured by Texas Instruments, belonging to the 74F logic series. It features eight non-inverting buffers with tri-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 parameters include a propagation delay of 18 ns at 5 V and output drive currents of -24 mA for low state and 12 mA for high state. It supports a wide operating temperature range from -40 °C to +85 °C.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Feature Summary

• Provides buffering and line driving capabilities through eight independent channels.
• Features tri-state outputs to facilitate bus-oriented systems.
• Ensures compatibility with standard TTL input levels.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Applications

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

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Procurement Notes

Verify that the component matches the specific SN74F244DWG4 designation rather than similar variants like SN74HCT244 or SN74ACT244. Confirm the presence of the 'G4' suffix indicating lead-free and RoHS compliance. Ensure the SOIC-20 package dimensions align with design constraints before finalizing procurement orders.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Selection Notes

Select this component when high-speed performance is required compared to standard HC or HCT families. The F-series offers faster switching speeds suitable for demanding digital applications. Consider the power dissipation characteristics and thermal management requirements associated with the specified output current capabilities during circuit design.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Part Context

This part belongs to the Texas Instruments 74F family of advanced fast CMOS logic devices. It serves as a critical interface component in digital systems requiring signal isolation and amplification. The device is widely used in computing and communication equipment where reliable data transmission over buses is essential.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Replacement Considerations

• SN74F244DWRG4
• SN74F244N