DS14C88N Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock

Name: DS14C88N
Brand: Texas Instruments
SKU: DS14C88N
Availability: InStock

The DS14C88N is a quad EIA-232-D line driver IC with 4 gated driver channels housed in a 14-pin PDIP package. It supports RS-232 serial communication with high-level input current of 10µA and is compatible with V.28 interface standards. Available from Texas Instruments for industrial serial communication designs.

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DS14C88NDual-In-Line Packages

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Manufacturer: Texas Instruments
Package: Dual-In-Line Packages
Pin Count: 14
Lifecycle: OBSOLETE
Datasheet: DS14C88N Datasheet PDF
Category: Integrated Circuit
Price: From $0.5000(MOQ 1)
Temp Range: ?°C to 75.0°C
RoHS: Compliant
Lead Time: 3–7 business days
Shipping: DHL Express · Worldwide

What are the key features of DS14C88N?

Quad 4-channel RS-232/EIA-232-D line driver with gated inputs for controlled signal transmission
Compliant with EIA-232-D and V.28 interface standards enabling direct connection to legacy serial communication hardware
14-pin PDIP package for easy prototyping and through-hole installation in industrial and test equipment designs

What is DS14C88N used for?

The DS14C88N is used in industrial automation and test equipment requiring RS-232 serial communication at distances up to 15 meters, interfacing microcontrollers and DSPs to serial terminals, modems, and data acquisition systems. Its gated inputs enable multiplexed data transmission across 4 independent driver channels from a single IC in a space-efficient PDIP-14 form factor.

What are the specifications of DS14C88N?

Pbfree Code	No
YTEOL	0
Additional Feature	1 SINGLE INPUT DRIVER
Differential Output	NO
Driver Number of Bits	4
High Level Input Current-Max	0.00001A
Input Characteristics	GATED
Interface IC Type	LINE DRIVER
Interface Standard	EIA-232-D; V.28
JESD-30 Code	R-PDIP-T14
JESD-609 Code	e0
Number of Functions	4
Out Swing-Min	6V
Package Body Material	PLASTIC/EPOXY
Package Equivalence Code	DIP14,.3
Package Shape	RECTANGULAR
Package Style	IN-LINE
Qualification Status	Not Qualified
Supply Voltage-Max	12.6V
Supply Voltage-Min	4.5V
Supply Voltage-Nom	9V
Surface Mount	NO
Technology	CMOS
Temperature Grade	COMMERCIAL EXTENDED
Terminal Finish	TIN LEAD
Terminal Form	THROUGH-HOLE
Terminal Pitch	2.54mm
Terminal Position	DUAL
Transmit Delay-Max	6000ns
Package	Dual-In-Line Packages

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS Status	Compliant
Lead-Free	Yes (Pb-Free)
Moisture Sensitivity Level	MSL 1
ECCN	EAR99
HTS Code	8542.39.00.60

Where can I find the DS14C88N datasheet?

DS14C88N Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from Texas Instruments

What are equivalent replacements for DS14C88N?

Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for DS14C88N:

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many driver channels does the DS14C88N provide and what serial standard does it follow?

The DS14C88N includes 4 independent driver channels compliant with the EIA-232-D and V.28 serial interface standards, making it suitable for RS-232 communication in industrial control, test equipment, and legacy serial interface applications.

What is the maximum high-level input current for the DS14C88N and why does it matter for logic interfacing?

The DS14C88N specifies a maximum high-level input current of 10µA (0.00001A), which ensures minimal loading on TTL or CMOS logic outputs driving the gated inputs, enabling reliable interfacing with 3.3V and 5V microcontrollers without additional buffers.

How do the gated inputs on the DS14C88N differ from standard RS-232 drivers?

Unlike standard RS-232 drivers, the DS14C88N includes gated inputs that allow each of the 4 driver channels to be selectively enabled or disabled, supporting multiplexed serial transmission where multiple data sources share a single RS-232 output line at the system level.

Is the DS14C88N available in a lead-free version and what should designers consider for RoHS compliance?

The DS14C88N (14-pin PDIP) is not marked lead-free, with a YTEOL of 0 indicating end-of-life status. Designers targeting RoHS-compliant designs should evaluate compatible modern RS-232 quad-driver alternatives that support 3.3V to 5.5V operation with lead-free packaging.

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DS14C88N Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Dual-In-Line Packages) In Stock

What are the key features of DS14C88N?

What is DS14C88N used for?

What are the specifications of DS14C88N?

Compliance & Regulatory

Where can I find the DS14C88N datasheet?

What are equivalent replacements for DS14C88N?

Frequently Asked Questions

How many driver channels does the DS14C88N provide and what serial standard does it follow?

What is the maximum high-level input current for the DS14C88N and why does it matter for logic interfacing?

How do the gated inputs on the DS14C88N differ from standard RS-232 drivers?

Is the DS14C88N available in a lead-free version and what should designers consider for RoHS compliance?

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