Encyclopedia Entry: 74ACT241MTCX

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Signal Buffer/Line Driver
• Characteristics: High-Speed, Octal Buffer/Line Driver
• Package: TSSOP-20
• Essence: The 74ACT241MTCX is a high-speed octal buffer/line driver IC that is commonly used in digital electronics applications. It provides buffering and line driving capabilities for signals in various electronic circuits.
• Packaging/Quantity: The 74ACT241MTCX is typically packaged in a TSSOP-20 package and is available in reels or tubes containing multiple units.

Specifications

• Supply Voltage: 2V to 6V
• Logic Family: ACT
• Number of Channels: 8
• Input/Output Type: Tri-State
• Propagation Delay: 5.5 ns (Max)
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The 74ACT241MTCX has a total of 20 pins, which are assigned specific functions as follows:

1. GND: Ground
2. A1: Input A1
3. Y1: Output Y1
4. A2: Input A2
5. Y2: Output Y2
6. A3: Input A3
7. Y3: Output Y3
8. A4: Input A4
9. Y4: Output Y4
10. OE: Output Enable
11. Y5: Output Y5
12. A5: Input A5
13. Y6: Output Y6
14. A6: Input A6
15. Y7: Output Y7
16. A7: Input A7
17. Y8: Output Y8
18. VCC: Supply Voltage
19. GND: Ground
20. A8: Input A8

Functional Features

• The 74ACT241MTCX is designed to provide buffering and line driving capabilities for digital signals.
• It operates at high-speed, making it suitable for applications that require fast signal propagation.
• The tri-state output feature allows for easy control of the output state, enabling bus sharing and reducing conflicts in multi-device systems.
• The IC has a wide operating voltage range, allowing flexibility in various electronic circuits.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-speed operation enables efficient signal processing. - Tri-state output feature facilitates bus sharing and reduces conflicts. - Wide operating voltage range provides versatility in circuit design.

Disadvantages: - Limited number of channels (8) may not be sufficient for certain complex applications. - Propagation delay of 5.5 ns (Max) may introduce timing issues in highly time-sensitive systems.

Working Principles

The 74ACT241MTCX functions as a buffer/line driver by amplifying and shaping digital signals. It takes input signals from the A1-A8 pins and provides corresponding amplified outputs on the Y1-Y8 pins. The OE pin controls the output enable/disable state, allowing the user to control the output status. When the OE pin is low, the outputs are enabled, and when it is high, the outputs are disabled.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The 74ACT241MTCX can be used in various digital electronics applications, including but not limited to: - Data communication systems - Memory interfacing - Address decoding - Bus drivers - Clock distribution networks

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

Some alternative models that offer similar functionality to the 74ACT241MTCX include: - SN74ACT241N - MC74ACT241DW - CD74ACT241E

These alternative models can be considered based on specific requirements and availability.

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