SN74LVCU04DR

Inverter Gates Overview

The SN74LVCU04DR is a hex inverter manufactured by Texas Instruments, belonging to the LVC logic family. It operates within a supply voltage range of 2 V to 5.5 V and supports CMOS and TTL input types. The device features six independent inverters housed in a 14-pin SOIC package. It is designed for surface-mount installation with an operating temperature range spanning from -40 °C to +85 °C.

Inverter Gates Feature Summary

• Contains six independent inverter gates for signal inversion
• Compatible with both CMOS and TTL input logic levels
• Operates across a wide supply voltage range from 2 V to 5.5 V

Inverter Gates Applications

• General-purpose digital signal inversion
• Clock signal generation and conditioning
• Logic level translation between different voltage domains

Inverter Gates Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix DR against the official datasheet to confirm the 14-pin SOIC package and commercial grade temperature rating. Ensure the component meets RoHS compliance requirements for your assembly process. Cross-reference the manufacturer part number with authorized distributors to confirm current production status and availability.

Inverter Gates Selection Notes

Select this component when a high-density hex inverter solution is required in a standard surface-mount package. It is suitable for designs needing compatibility with both 3.3 V and 5 V logic systems. Consider the propagation delay specifications at the target operating voltage to ensure timing requirements are met.

Inverter Gates Part Context

This part belongs to the SN74LVCUxx series of unbuffered logic devices. It serves as a fundamental building block for digital circuits requiring multiple inversion stages. The LVC family offers improved performance over older logic families while maintaining pin compatibility with standard TTL interfaces.