SN74LS368ANS

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Overview

The SN74LS368ANS is a hex buffer and line driver from the Texas Instruments SN74LS368A series. It features six non-inverting buffers with three-state outputs, housed in a 16-pin plastic DIP package. The device operates within a supply voltage range of 4.75 V to 5.25 V. Key electrical characteristics include a low-level output current of 24 mA and a high-level output current of -2.6 mA at 5 V. Propagation delay is specified at 18 ns at 5 V. The component supports through-hole mounting and functions within an operating temperature range of 0°C to +70°C.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Feature Summary

• Provides six independent non-inverting buffer channels for signal conditioning
• Features three-state outputs allowing direct connection to bus structures
• Designed for high-current driving capabilities suitable for line transmission

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Applications

• Bus-oriented memory and address drivers
• Clock drivers and buffering
• Control signal buffering in industrial systems

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'ANS' against the manufacturer's official documentation to confirm pinout compatibility and package dimensions. Ensure the logic family matches system requirements, as LS TTL specifications differ significantly from HC or HCT families. Confirm RoHS compliance status directly with the supplier, as historical data may vary by production batch.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Selection Notes

Select this component when six buffered outputs with tri-state control are required for bus applications. The LS logic family offers higher drive current compared to standard TTL but consumes more power than CMOS alternatives. Verify that the system voltage aligns with the 5V nominal requirement and that thermal management accommodates the specified operating temperature range.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Part Context

This part belongs to the SN74LS368A family of hex buffers with three-state outputs. It is functionally similar to the SN74LS367 but differs in output polarity; the 368 is non-inverting while the 367 is inverting. Both share identical pinouts and electrical characteristics, allowing for potential design flexibility depending on signal inversion needs.

Buffers, Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers Replacement Considerations

SN74LS367N: Functionally equivalent but provides inverting outputs instead of non-inverting. SN74LS368AN: Identical functionality and pinout, differing only in package style (PDIP vs. Plastic DIP). SN74HCT368N: CMOS alternative with TTL-compatible inputs, requiring verification of drive strength and speed differences.