SN74HCU04APW

Inverter Gates Overview

The SN74HCU04APW is a hex inverter integrated circuit manufactured by Texas Instruments, belonging to the SNx4HCU04 logic family. It features six independent inverters within a single package. The device operates on a supply voltage range of 2V to 6V and supports standard CMOS input types with push-pull outputs. It is designed for applications requiring balanced outputs and very high-speed performance, characterized by an average propagation delay of 5ns to 10ns. The component is housed in a 14-pin TSSOP surface-mount package.

Inverter Gates Feature Summary

• Contains six independent inverter circuits for signal inversion.
• Supports wide supply voltage operation from 2V to 6V.
• Features balanced outputs and input clamp diodes.
• Provides very high-speed performance with low propagation delay.

Inverter Gates Applications

• General-purpose digital signal inversion
• Clock signal generation and conditioning
• Logic level translation interfaces

Inverter Gates Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'PW' confirms the 14-pin TSSOP package type during procurement. Ensure the ordering part number matches the exact manufacturer designation to avoid pinout or electrical specification mismatches. Confirm RoHS compliance status if required for your assembly process. Cross-reference the datasheet revision date to ensure compatibility with current design standards.

Inverter Gates Selection Notes

Select this component when a wide operating voltage range between 2V and 6V is required. It is suitable for designs needing high-speed switching capabilities with minimal propagation delay. Consider the TSSOP-14 package for space-constrained surface-mount applications. Verify that the input voltage levels are compatible with the driving source across the entire supply voltage range.

Inverter Gates Part Context

This component is part of the SNx4HCU04 family, which offers enhanced speed compared to standard HC series devices. It serves as a direct functional replacement for other hex inverters in the 74xx logic families where higher speed and wider voltage tolerance are beneficial. The HCU series is optimized for applications demanding faster transition times while maintaining CMOS power efficiency.

Inverter Gates Replacement Considerations

Compatible substitutes include SN74HCU04D (SOIC package) and SN74HCU04PWRE4 (Tape & Reel packaging). Ensure any replacement maintains the same 14-pin TSSOP footprint and electrical characteristics. Verify that alternative manufacturers offer equivalent propagation delays and output drive strengths.