SN74ACT86NIn StockTexas Instruments
SN74ACT86N is a high-speed quad 2-input XOR gate IC by Texas Instruments in a 14-pin DIP package. Key specs: 5V supply, 8.5ns propagation delay, 24mA output drive. From $0.36, in stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- —
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- N/A
- Price
- From $0.3605(MOQ 516)
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- Quad 2-input XOR gate with high-speed ACT CMOS technology for reliable logic operations
- Low propagation delay of 8.5ns enabling use in high-frequency digital design
- Wide output drive capability of 24mA for direct interfacing with TTL and CMOS logic
- Standard 14-pin DIP package for easy breadboard prototyping and through-hole PCB assembly
- 5V supply voltage with full CMOS and TTL input level compatibility
Applications
The SN74ACT86N is widely used in digital logic design for parity generation and checking, binary arithmetic circuits, and error detection systems. It is a common building block in comparators, adders, and data encryption circuits where XOR logic is essential. The device is also used in communication systems and microcontroller-based designs requiring signal toggling or bit manipulation.
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 SN74ACT86N and what does it do?
The SN74ACT86N is a quad 2-input exclusive-OR (XOR) gate IC from Texas Instruments. It contains four independent XOR gates in a 14-pin DIP package, operating at 5V with a propagation delay of approximately 8.5ns, making it suitable for high-speed digital logic applications.
What are the key electrical specifications of the SN74ACT86N?
The SN74ACT86N operates on a 5V supply voltage with a typical propagation delay of 8.5ns. It features 24mA output sink/source current, accepts both TTL and CMOS input levels, and operates across a temperature range of 0°C to 70°C, ensuring reliable performance in standard commercial applications.
What are typical applications for the SN74ACT86N?
The SN74ACT86N is commonly used in parity generators and checkers, binary adders, comparators, and data encryption circuits. It is also used in error detection logic, signal toggling circuits, and communication systems where XOR-based bit manipulation is required.
What package does the SN74ACT86N come in and are there SMD alternatives?
The SN74ACT86N is available in a 14-pin PDIP (through-hole) package, ideal for prototyping and legacy designs. For surface-mount designs, Texas Instruments offers functionally equivalent alternatives such as the SN74ACT86D (SOIC-14) and SN74ACT86PW (TSSOP-14).
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| Qty. | Unit Price | Ext. Price |
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| 1000+ | $0.4065 | $406.52 |
| 2500+ | $0.3901 | $975.27 |
| 5000+ | $0.3802 | $1901.10 |
| 100000+ | $0.3605 | $36050.00 |
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