CD74HC243EE4 Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock

CD74HC243EE4 is a quad bidirectional bus transceiver IC from Texas Instruments in the HC/UH CMOS family, featuring 4 data channels with 3-state outputs and independent output enable for each direction, operating across a 2 V to 6 V supply with a 50 pF load capacitance. It supports non-inverting bidirectional data transfer in a 14-pin DIP package. Available from stock globally with competitive pricing.

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CD74HC243EE4Dual-In-Line Packages
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
Dual-In-Line Packages
Pin Count
14
Lifecycle
ACTIVE
Category
Integrated Circuit
Price
From $0.5830(MOQ 1)
Temp Range
-55.0°C to 125.0°C
RoHS
Compliant
Lead Time
3–7 business days
Shipping
DHL Express · Worldwide

What are the key features of CD74HC243EE4?

  • Independent output enable for each direction allows precise control of data flow direction on shared 4-bit buses without bus contention
  • 3-state outputs on all 4 channels enable multiplexing of multiple transceivers on the same bus with guaranteed high-impedance idle state
  • Wide 2 V to 6 V supply range in a 14-pin DIP package supports mixed-voltage system interfacing and easy prototyping on breadboards

What is CD74HC243EE4 used for?

CD74HC243EE4 is used in microprocessor data bus buffering, memory interface expansion, and bidirectional level translation between subsystems that share a common 4-bit data bus. Its independent direction control enables half-duplex communication protocols where a master and slave alternate transmitting on the same lines. The non-inverting 3-state design simplifies wired-bus arbitration in embedded system backplanes.

What are the specifications of CD74HC243EE4?

Pbfree CodeYes
YTEOL15
Additional FeatureWITH INDEPENDENT OUTPUT ENABLE FOR EACH DIRECTION
Control TypeINDEPENDENT CONTROL
Count DirectionBIDIRECTIONAL
FamilyHC/UH
JESD-30 CodeR-PDIP-T14
JESD-609 Codee4
Load Capacitance (CL)50pF
Logic IC TypeBUS TRANSCEIVER
Max I(ol)0.0078A
Number of Bits4
Number of Functions4
Number of Ports2
Output Characteristics3-STATE
Output PolarityTRUE
Package Body MaterialPLASTIC/EPOXY
Package Equivalence CodeDIP14,.3
Package ShapeRECTANGULAR
Package StyleIN-LINE
Packing MethodTUBE
Power Supply Current-Max (ICC)0.16mA
Prop. Delay@Nom-Sup20ns
Propagation Delay (tpd)135ns
Qualification StatusNot Qualified
Schmitt TriggerNO
Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup)6V
Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup)2V
Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup)4.5V
Surface MountNO
TechnologyCMOS
Temperature GradeMILITARY
Terminal FinishNickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au)
Terminal FormTHROUGH-HOLE
Terminal Pitch2.54mm
Terminal PositionDUAL
PackageDual-In-Line Packages

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)
HTS Code8542.39.00.60
Country of OriginMalaysia, Mexico

Where can I find the CD74HC243EE4 datasheet?

CD74HC243EE4 Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from Texas Instruments

What are equivalent replacements for CD74HC243EE4?

Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for CD74HC243EE4:

CD74HC243ETexas Instruments

Bus Transceiver, HC/UH Series, 4-Func, 4-Bit, True Output, CMOS, PDIP14

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the independent direction enable of CD74HC243EE4 prevent bus contention on shared data lines?

CD74HC243EE4 provides a separate output-enable pin for each of the 2 data directions, so only one direction is actively driven at any time while the opposite side remains in the high-impedance 3-state mode. This eliminates bus contention when 2 bus masters alternate ownership of the 4 shared data lines.

What supply voltage range does CD74HC243EE4 support, and why does this aid mixed-voltage system design?

CD74HC243EE4 operates across a 2 V to 6 V supply range as part of the HC/UH CMOS family, allowing it to interface between 3.3 V and 5 V logic subsystems. With a 50 pF load capacitance rating, it can drive standard CMOS logic inputs reliably across the full operating range without external resistive level shifters in many designs.

In which embedded system scenarios does CD74HC243EE4 offer the most design benefit?

CD74HC243EE4 is most valuable in 4-bit shared memory bus expansion, microcontroller peripheral interfacing over a multiplexed bus, and backplane data routing where 4 bidirectional channels must switch direction under software control. Its non-inverting architecture avoids the inversion compensation overhead needed with inverting transceivers in these applications.

When is the 14-pin DIP package of CD74HC243EE4 the right choice for a new design?

The 14-pin DIP package of CD74HC243EE4 is ideal during rapid prototyping and lab evaluation phases because it plugs directly into standard 0.1-inch breadboards and DIP sockets, allowing engineers to test bus transceiver behavior with 4 bidirectional channels before committing to a surface-mount layout in production.

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About Texas Instruments

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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