SN74AC04DE4 Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
The SN74AC04DE4 is a hex inverter logic IC from Texas Instruments, featuring six independent single-input CMOS inverter channels with AC logic family performance. It operates across a supply voltage range of 2V to 6V, offering high-speed switching up to 50 pF load capacitance and 24 mA output drive current. Available in a 14-pin SOIC package, this device is ideal for signal inversion in digital logic, clock buffering, and bus-line driving applications worldwide.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 14
- Lifecycle
- OBSOLETE
- Datasheet
- SN74AC04DE4 Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- Six independent CMOS inverter channels in a single 14-pin SOIC package
- Wide supply voltage range: 2V to 6V operation
- High output drive current: 24 mA sink capability
- AC logic family with high-speed switching at 50 pF load capacitance
- RoHS compliant and lead-free construction
Applications
The SN74AC04DE4 is widely used in digital logic design for signal inversion, level shifting, and clock buffering in microcontroller-based systems, FPGAs, and DSP boards. It is also commonly deployed in communication interfaces, industrial control panels, and consumer electronics where reliable, high-speed logic inversion is required.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| YTEOL | 0 |
| Family | AC |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G14 |
| JESD-609 Code | e4 |
| Load Capacitance (CL) | 50pF |
| Logic IC Type | INVERTER |
| Max I(ol) | 0.024A |
| Number of Functions | 6 |
| Number of Inputs | 1 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP14,.25 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Packing Method | TUBE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Power Supply Current-Max (ICC) | 0.02mA |
| Prop. Delay@Nom-Sup | 10ns |
| Propagation Delay (tpd) | 10ns |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Schmitt Trigger | NO |
| Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup) | 6V |
| Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup) | 2V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup) | 5V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | NOT SPECIFIED |
| Package | Small Outline Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Malaysia |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for SN74AC04DE4:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the supply voltage range for the SN74AC04DE4?
The SN74AC04DE4 operates over a supply voltage (VCC) range of 2V to 6V, making it compatible with both 3.3V and 5V logic systems. This wide range provides flexibility in mixed-voltage designs and allows the device to interface with various microcontrollers and FPGAs without level-shifting circuitry in many cases.
How many inverter channels does the SN74AC04DE4 contain and how are they configured?
The SN74AC04DE4 contains six independent single-input inverter channels in a single 14-pin SOIC package. Each channel operates independently, accepting one logic-level input and producing its complement at the output. This hex configuration allows designers to use one package for multiple signal inversion needs, saving board space and reducing component count.
What output drive current can the SN74AC04DE4 provide?
The SN74AC04DE4 provides a maximum output low current (IOL) of 24 mA per channel, which is sufficient to directly drive bus lines, LEDs (with appropriate series resistors), and other moderate-load digital signals. The AC logic family also offers higher switching speeds compared to HC-family devices at equivalent supply voltages.
Is the SN74AC04DE4 RoHS compliant and lead-free?
Yes, the SN74AC04DE4 carries the 'E4' suffix in its part number, which Texas Instruments uses to indicate that the device is lead-free and RoHS compliant. The JESD-609 code e4 confirms compliance with lead-free solder requirements, making it suitable for environmentally conscious designs and products destined for markets with strict hazardous substance regulations.
What are typical applications for the SN74AC04DE4?
The SN74AC04DE4 is commonly used for logic signal inversion, clock buffering and distribution, bus-line driving, signal conditioning, and waveform shaping in digital systems. Its high-speed AC-family switching characteristics make it well suited for use in communication interfaces, memory address decoding, programmable logic support circuits, and general-purpose glue logic across consumer, industrial, and automotive electronics.
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