SN74AHCT125PW Texas Instruments In Stock
SN74AHCT125PW is a quad bus buffer with 3-state outputs and AHCT logic family by Texas Instruments. Key specs: 4-channel, 2V-5.5V supply voltage, 8ns propagation delay. From $0.64, in stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
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- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- N/A
- Price
- From $0.6403(MOQ 1)
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of SN74AHCT125PW?
- Quad 3-state bus buffer for flexible bus driving and signal isolation
- AHCT logic family: TTL-compatible inputs with CMOS-level outputs for mixed-voltage systems
- Wide supply range 2V-5.5V supports both 3.3V and 5V system designs
- Output enable (OE) active-low per channel allows independent control of each buffer
- High-speed AHCT technology with ~8ns propagation delay for demanding applications
What is SN74AHCT125PW used for?
The SN74AHCT125PW is widely used in microcontroller and FPGA designs to drive data buses, level-shift signals between 3.3V and 5V logic domains, and prevent bus contention. It is also suitable for memory interfaces, communication bus expansion, and general-purpose signal buffering in industrial and consumer electronics. Its 3-state outputs make it ideal for shared-bus architectures where multiple devices must share a single data line.
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
What are equivalent replacements for SN74AHCT125PW?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SN74AHCT125PW and what does it do?
The SN74AHCT125PW is a quad bus buffer gate with 3-state outputs from Texas Instruments. It provides four independent buffered channels, each controlled by an active-low output-enable pin, allowing it to drive or isolate bus lines in digital circuits operating between 2V and 5.5V.
What are the key electrical specifications of the SN74AHCT125PW?
The SN74AHCT125PW operates on a supply voltage range of 2V to 5.5V, features TTL-compatible inputs and CMOS-level outputs, has a typical propagation delay of approximately 8ns, and can source/sink up to 8mA output current per channel, making it suitable for both 3.3V and 5V systems.
What package does the SN74AHCT125PW come in?
The SN74AHCT125PW is housed in a 14-pin TSSOP (Thin Shrink Small Outline Package) — the 'PW' suffix indicates this package. Its compact footprint makes it well suited for space-constrained PCB designs in portable and high-density applications.
What are common applications for the SN74AHCT125PW?
Common applications include microcontroller GPIO expansion, level translation between 3.3V and 5V logic, data bus buffering in memory interfaces, and shared-bus architectures in industrial control, telecommunications, and consumer electronics products.
Are there pin-compatible alternatives to the SN74AHCT125PW?
Yes, pin-compatible alternatives include the 74HCT125 series from NXP and ON Semiconductor, the SN74HCT125PW (HCT logic, 5V only), and the SN74LVC125APW (3.3V LVC logic). Choose based on your required supply voltage and drive strength requirements.
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