CD74FCT541M Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock

CD74FCT541M is an octal non-inverting bus buffer and line driver with 3-state outputs from Texas Instruments in the BiCMOS FCT logic family. It features dual active-low output enable pins for flexible bus direction control and is characterized at 50 pF load capacitance in a 20-pin SOIC package. Available from stock worldwide for high-speed bus driving and data isolation in digital systems.

ACTIVEIntegrated CircuitVerified Jun 2026
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CD74FCT541MSmall Outline Packages
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
Small Outline Packages
Pin Count
20
Lifecycle
ACTIVE
Category
Integrated Circuit
Price
From $3.3300(MOQ 58)
Temp Range
?°C to 70.0°C
RoHS
Compliant
Lead Time
3–7 business days
Shipping
DHL Express · Worldwide

What are the key features of CD74FCT541M?

  • Octal (8-channel) non-inverting 3-state buffer with dual active-low output enable for unidirectional bus isolation and multiplexing
  • BiCMOS FCT technology combines CMOS low power with TTL-compatible drive strength, handling 50 pF loads with fast propagation delays
  • 20-pin SOIC package enabling compact SMT assembly with 8 data lines, 2 enable controls, power, and ground in a single device

What is CD74FCT541M used for?

The CD74FCT541M is used as a unidirectional data bus driver and buffer in microprocessor memory interfaces, where the 3-state outputs allow the device to disconnect from the bus during inactive cycles, preventing bus contention. Its dual output enable pins make it straightforward to implement bidirectional data paths by pairing two CD74FCT541M devices with complementary enable logic. The FCT BiCMOS family performance is also well suited for high-speed backplane buffering and address bus driving in VME, PCI, and custom embedded computing designs.

What are the specifications of CD74FCT541M?

Pbfree CodeYes
YTEOL15
Additional FeatureWITH DUAL OUTPUT ENABLE
Control TypeENABLE LOW
Count DirectionUNIDIRECTIONAL
FamilyFCT
JESD-30 CodeR-PDSO-G20
JESD-609 Codee4
Load Capacitance (CL)50pF
Logic IC TypeBUS DRIVER
Max I(ol)0.064A
Number of Bits8
Number of Functions8
Number of Ports2
Output Characteristics3-STATE
Output PolarityTRUE
Package Body MaterialPLASTIC/EPOXY
Package Equivalence CodeSOP20,.4
Package ShapeRECTANGULAR
Package StyleSMALL OUTLINE
Packing MethodTUBE
Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel)260
Power Supply Current-Max (ICC)0.08mA
Prop. Delay@Nom-Sup8ns
Propagation Delay (tpd)8ns
Qualification StatusNot Qualified
Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup)5.25V
Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup)4.75V
Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup)5V
Surface MountYES
TechnologyBICMOS
Temperature GradeCOMMERCIAL
Terminal FinishNickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au)
Terminal FormGULL WING
Terminal Pitch1.27mm
Terminal PositionDUAL
Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s)30
PackageSmall Outline Packages

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)
Moisture Sensitivity LevelMSL 1
ECCNEAR99
HTS Code8542.39.00.90
Country of OriginMalaysia

Where can I find the CD74FCT541M datasheet?

CD74FCT541M Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from Texas Instruments

What are equivalent replacements for CD74FCT541M?

No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many data channels does the CD74FCT541M buffer, and what is its output state configuration?

The CD74FCT541M provides 8 non-inverting buffer channels with 3-state outputs controlled by 2 active-low output enable pins (OE1 and OE2). When either enable pin is high, all 8 outputs enter a high-impedance state, disconnecting the buffer from the bus. This allows multiple CD74FCT541M devices to share a common 8-bit data bus without contention.

What advantage does the BiCMOS FCT technology in the CD74FCT541M offer over standard CMOS bus drivers?

BiCMOS FCT combines the low quiescent power of CMOS input stages with the higher output drive strength of bipolar transistors, enabling the CD74FCT541M to drive 50 pF bus loads with propagation delays typically under 7 ns at 5 V. Standard HC CMOS buffers at the same load may be 2 to 3 times slower, making FCT preferable in systems where bus cycle time is constrained by propagation delay budgets.

In which embedded or computing bus architectures is the CD74FCT541M most commonly applied?

The CD74FCT541M is commonly used as a data bus buffer in 8-bit microprocessor systems, SRAM memory banks, and address latch interfaces where 3-state isolation is essential. It is also found in VME backplane systems, ISA bus extensions, and FPGA I/O expansion boards where multiple bus masters require orderly, contention-free access to shared 8-bit or wider data paths.

Can two CD74FCT541M devices form a bidirectional bus transceiver, and how would the enable logic be wired?

Yes. Two CD74FCT541M devices oriented in opposite directions, with their OE pins driven by complementary DIR and enable signals, create a functional 8-bit bidirectional bus transceiver. For example, when DIR is low, Device A (A-to-B direction) has OE asserted and Device B is in high-impedance state; when DIR is high, Device B (B-to-A direction) drives the bus. This approach uses standard 5 V logic signals and requires no external pull-up resistors.

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Texas Instruments (TI) is a global semiconductor company headquartered in Dallas, Texas. TI designs and manufactures analog and embedded processing chips used in industrial, automotive, consumer, communications, and enterprise systems.

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