SN74AHC14NIn StockTexas Instruments
SN74AHC14N is a hex Schmitt-trigger inverter IC with 6 independent channels, AHC logic family, 50pF load capacitance, and 8mA output current. Ideal for signal conditioning, noise filtering, and logic level conversion. From $0.24 in stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Dual-In-Line Packages
- Pin Count
- 14
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- SN74AHC14N Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.2400(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 6 independent Schmitt-trigger inverter channels with hysteresis for superior noise immunity
- AHC logic family: wide supply range 2V–5.5V with high-speed CMOS performance
- 50pF load capacitance support with 8mA output drive current in 14-pin DIP package
- RoHS compliant (Pb-free) with 15-year YTEOL, ideal for long-lifecycle industrial designs
Applications
The SN74AHC14N is widely used in signal conditioning and noise filtering applications where clean digital transitions are required. Its Schmitt-trigger inputs make it ideal for converting slow or noisy input signals into sharp digital outputs in microcontroller interface circuits, oscillator designs, and waveform shaping. It is also commonly used in industrial control systems, consumer electronics, and communication equipment for logic level conversion and debouncing mechanical switches.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| YTEOL | 15 |
| Family | AHC/VHC/H/U/V |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDIP-T14 |
| JESD-609 Code | e4 |
| Load Capacitance (CL) | 50pF |
| Logic IC Type | INVERTER |
| Max I(ol) | 0.008A |
| Number of Functions | 6 |
| Number of Inputs | 1 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | DIP14,.3 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | IN-LINE |
| Packing Method | TUBE |
| Power Supply Current-Max (ICC) | 0.02mA |
| Prop. Delay@Nom-Sup | 19.5ns |
| Propagation Delay (tpd) | 18.5ns |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Schmitt Trigger | YES |
| Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup) | 5.5V |
| Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup) | 2V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup) | 3.3V |
| Surface Mount | NO |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | AUTOMOTIVE |
| Terminal Finish | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE |
| Terminal Pitch | 2.54mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Package | Dual-In-Line Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.90 |
| Country of Origin | Malaysia, Mexico |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for SN74AHC14N:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the supply voltage range for the SN74AHC14N?
The SN74AHC14N operates over a supply voltage range of 2V to 5.5V, making it compatible with both 3.3V and 5V logic systems. This wide range is characteristic of the AHC (Advanced High-Speed CMOS) logic family.
How many inverter channels does the SN74AHC14N have and what package is it available in?
The SN74AHC14N contains 6 independent Schmitt-trigger inverter channels, each with a single input and single output. It is housed in a 14-pin Dual-In-Line Package (PDIP), which is suitable for through-hole PCB assembly and breadboard prototyping.
What are the typical applications for the SN74AHC14N?
The SN74AHC14N is commonly used for signal conditioning, switch debouncing, oscillator circuits, waveform shaping, and noise filtering. The Schmitt-trigger inputs with hysteresis make it excellent for converting slow or noisy signals into clean digital logic levels in industrial and consumer electronics designs.
Is the SN74AHC14N RoHS compliant and what is its recommended lifespan?
Yes, the SN74AHC14N is RoHS compliant and Pb-free (JESD-609 Code: e4). It has a YTEOL (Years to End of Life) rating of 15 years, making it a reliable choice for long-lifecycle industrial and embedded system designs.
What are suitable pin-compatible alternatives to the SN74AHC14N?
Pin-compatible alternatives include the 74HC14 (standard CMOS), 74HCT14 (TTL-compatible inputs), and 74VHC14 (very high-speed CMOS). The SN74AHC14N from Texas Instruments is preferred for its AHC performance characteristics: higher speed than HC, lower power than HCT, and 2V–5.5V operation.
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