SN74LS368AD

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Overview

The SN74LS368AD is a hex inverting buffer and line driver manufactured by Texas Instruments, belonging to the SN74LS series. It features six independent inverters with three-state outputs controlled by an active-low enable input. The device operates within a supply voltage range of 4.75 V to 5.25 V and supports propagation delays of approximately 18 ns at 5 V. It provides high-level output currents of -2.6 mA and low-level output currents of 24 mA. The component is housed in a 16-pin SOIC package and functions as a bus driver for digital logic applications.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Feature Summary

• Provides six independent inverting buffers with three-state outputs
• Features active-low enable control for bus management
• Designed for high-density clock and address driving applications

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Applications

• Clock driver circuits
• Three-state memory address drivers
• Bus-oriented transceivers and receivers

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Procurement Notes

Verify the manufacturer designation carefully, as the SN74LS368AD part number is primarily associated with Texas Instruments. Confirm that the specific supplier offering this part number matches the intended manufacturer specifications. Ensure the datasheet aligns with the required LS logic family characteristics and package type before procurement to avoid compatibility issues.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Selection Notes

Select this component when designing systems requiring hex inverting buffers with tri-state capability. It is suitable for replacing standard TTL logic where lower power consumption than standard LS is not critical but high drive strength is needed. Consider the 16-pin SOIC package constraints and ensure the operating temperature range meets the system requirements.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Part Context

This component belongs to the SN74LS (Low-power Schottky) logic family, known for improved speed-power product over standard TTL. The SN74LS368A variant specifically adds three-state outputs compared to the non-three-state SN74LS368. It is widely used in legacy digital systems and industrial control interfaces requiring robust signal inversion and bus isolation.