SN74AHC138NSAlternatives & Equivalent Parts

About SN74AHC138NS

SN74AHC138NS is a Integrated Circuit component manufactured by Texas Instruments. It comes in a Small Outline Packages package. Below you'll find known alternative and equivalent parts that can serve as replacements in your design.

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Specification Comparison

ParameterSN74AHC138NSSourceSN74AHC138DSN74AHC138DRG4
ManufacturerTexas InstrumentsTexas InstrumentsTexas Instruments
Package TypeSmall Outline Packages—Small Outline Packages
Pin Count16—16
Temperature Range——-40.0°C ~ 85.0°C
Price$0.1149$0.1600$0.1217
StockIn StockIn StockIn Stock
Lifecycle——ACTIVE
Electrical Parameters
Pbfree Code——Yes
YTEOL——15
Additional Feature——3 ENABLE INPUTS
Family——AHC/VHC/H/U/V
Input Conditioning——STANDARD
JESD-30 Code——R-PDSO-G16
JESD-609 Code——e4
Load Capacitance (CL)——50 pF
Logic IC Type——3-LINE TO 8-LINE DECODER
Max I(ol)——0.008 A
Number of Bits——8
Number of Functions——1
Output Characteristics——OPEN-DRAIN
Output Polarity——INVERTED
Package Body Material——PLASTIC/EPOXY
Package Equivalence Code——SOP16,.25
Package Shape——RECTANGULAR
Package Style——SMALL OUTLINE
Packing Method——TR
Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel)——260
Power Supply Current-Max (ICC)——0.04 mA
Prop. Delay@Nom-Sup——11.5 ns
Propagation Delay (tpd)——18 ns
Qualification Status——Not Qualified
Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup)——5.5 V
Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup)——2 V
Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup)——3.3 V
Surface Mount——YES
Technology——CMOS
Temperature Grade——INDUSTRIAL
Terminal Finish——Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au)
Terminal Form——GULL WING
Terminal Pitch——1.27 mm
Terminal Position——DUAL
Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s)——30

Cells highlighted in yellow indicate differing values across parts. Always verify with official datasheets before substitution.

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Quick Links

SN74AHC138Dby Texas Instruments

AHC/VHC/H/U/V Series, Inverted Output, CMOS, PDSO16

SN74AHC138DRG4by Texas Instruments

AHC/VHC/H/U/V Series, Inverted Output, CMOS, PDSO16

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FAQ

What is equivalent to SN74AHC138NS?

Known equivalents for SN74AHC138NS include SN74AHC138D, SN74AHC138DRG4. Contact FindMyChip for a full compatibility analysis for your specific application.

Can I use a different manufacturer's part instead of SN74AHC138NS?

In many cases, yes. Cross-manufacturer alternatives exist for most standard components. However, always verify pin compatibility, electrical specs, and package dimensions before substituting in production.

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