CD74HC4050M96 Texas Instruments In Stock
CD74HC4050M96 is a hex non-inverting buffer and CMOS-to-TTL level translator logic IC by Texas Instruments. Key specs: HC CMOS logic family, SOIC-16 package, 2V to 6V operating supply voltage. From competitive pricing, in stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
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- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- N/A
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- Hex non-inverting buffer with CMOS-to-TTL level translation, enabling seamless interfacing between different logic voltage domains
- HC CMOS technology operating from 2V to 6V supply, delivering high-speed switching with low quiescent current for power-sensitive designs
- SOIC-16 surface-mount package in a tape-and-reel (M96) format for efficient automated PCB assembly in high-volume production
Applications
The CD74HC4050M96 is commonly used as a CMOS-to-TTL level translator and buffer in mixed-voltage digital systems, allowing 5V CMOS outputs to drive TTL-compatible loads without additional conversion circuitry. It is well-suited for signal conditioning in microcontroller interface circuits, bus driving, and logic level shifting in communication and computing equipment. The tape-and-reel packaging makes it ideal for high-volume automated assembly in consumer electronics and industrial control products.
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary function of the CD74HC4050M96?
The CD74HC4050M96 is a hex non-inverting buffer that also provides CMOS-to-TTL level translation, allowing CMOS logic outputs operating at up to 6V to drive TTL-compatible inputs that require higher sink current capability.
What supply voltage does the CD74HC4050M96 support?
The CD74HC4050M96 operates over a wide supply voltage range of 2V to 6V, making it compatible with 3.3V and 5V logic systems and suitable for mixed-voltage designs in embedded and digital applications.
What does the M96 suffix in CD74HC4050M96 indicate?
The M96 suffix indicates that the CD74HC4050M96 is packaged in a 2500-piece tape-and-reel format in an SOIC-16 package, which is designed for automated pick-and-place assembly in high-volume PCB manufacturing.
What are typical applications for the CD74HC4050M96?
The CD74HC4050M96 is used for level shifting between CMOS and TTL logic, bus buffering, signal isolation, and driving multiple loads from a single output in digital systems including microcontroller peripherals, communication interfaces, and industrial control boards.
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