SN74HC14APW

Inverter Gates Overview

The SN74HC14APW is a hex Schmitt-trigger inverter manufactured by Texas Instruments. It belongs to the HC logic family and utilizes CMOS technology. The device operates within a supply voltage range of 2 V to 6 V. It features six independent inverters with Schmitt-trigger inputs for noise immunity. The component is housed in a TSSOP-14 package. It supports an operating temperature range from -40°C to +125°C. The maximum propagation delay is specified at 31 ns under nominal conditions.

Inverter Gates Feature Summary

• Integrates six independent Schmitt-trigger inverters for signal conditioning
• Provides high noise immunity through defined input thresholds
• Supports wide supply voltage operation from 2 V to 6 V
• Compatible with standard CMOS logic families

Inverter Gates Applications

• Signal wave shaping
• Pulse generation circuits
• Oscillator applications

Inverter Gates Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix APW corresponds to the TSSOP-14 package variant when sourcing. Confirm RoHS compliance status and manufacturing origin against current datasheets. Ensure the supplier provides valid traceability documentation. Check for any recent product change notifications that may affect pinout or electrical characteristics before finalizing procurement.

Inverter Gates Selection Notes

Select this component when six inverted channels with hysteresis are required in a compact surface-mount form factor. The HC series offers balanced speed and power consumption suitable for general-purpose digital applications. Verify that the 2 V to 6 V supply range aligns with the system design requirements. Consider the TSSOP-14 footprint constraints during PCB layout planning.

Inverter Gates Part Context

This part is a member of the SN74HC14 family of hex Schmitt-trigger inverters. It shares functional similarities with other variants like SN74HC14DR but differs in packaging. The HC series is widely used in consumer electronics and industrial control systems requiring reliable digital inversion with noise rejection capabilities.

Inverter Gates Replacement Considerations

SN74HC14DR is a direct replacement offering identical functionality in an SOIC-14 package.