SN74GTLPH16912VR

Overview

The SN74GTLPH16912VR is an 18-bit universal bus transceiver manufactured by Texas Instruments, designed to translate between LVTTL and GTLP voltage levels. It operates within a supply voltage range of 3.15 V to 3.45 V and features a propagation delay of 6.5 ns. The device supports a maximum operating temperature of +85 °C and a minimum of -40 °C. It utilizes a TSSOP-56 package with surface-mount installation. The component draws a working power supply current of 50 mA and provides 3-state outputs for efficient bus management in high-speed digital systems.

Feature Summary

• Performs bidirectional voltage level translation between LVTTL and GTLP logic families
• Integrates 18-bit data path capability within a single compact integrated circuit
• Features 3-state outputs to facilitate multi-driver bus architectures

Applications

• High-speed memory interface circuits requiring GTLP signaling
• System boards utilizing LVTTL control signals interfacing with GTLP buses
• Data communication equipment requiring universal bus transceivers

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix VR against the manufacturer's official documentation to confirm the exact tape-and-reel packaging configuration and moisture sensitivity level. Ensure that the procurement source provides valid RoHS compliance certificates matching the component's environmental specifications. Cross-reference the ordering part number with the latest datasheet revision to avoid discrepancies in pinout or electrical characteristics.

Selection Notes

Select this component when designing interfaces that require translating between Low Voltage Transistor-Transistor Logic (LVTTL) and Ground Termination Logic Plus (GTLP). The device is suitable for applications demanding low propagation delay and operation within a strict 3.3 V power domain. Consider the TSSOP-56 package constraints regarding board space and thermal dissipation requirements during the layout phase.

Part Context

This device belongs to the SN74GTLPH16912 series of universal bus transceivers from Texas Instruments. The series is engineered to bridge different logic families commonly found in legacy and modern digital systems. It serves as a critical interface solution for maintaining signal integrity across varying voltage domains without requiring external level-shifting components.

Replacement Considerations

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