SN74AHCT540DWG4 Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock

SN74AHCT540DWG4 is an octal inverting 3-state buffer and line driver in 20-pin SOIC package from Texas Instruments AHCT family. Supports 5 V CMOS inputs, 50 pF load capacitance, and dual active-low output enables. From $0.45 in stock worldwide shipping.

OBSOLETEIntegrated CircuitVerified May 2026
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SN74AHCT540DWG4Small Outline Packages
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
Small Outline Packages
Pin Count
20
Lifecycle
OBSOLETE
Category
Integrated Circuit
Temp Range
-40.0°C to 85.0°C
RoHS
Compliant
Lead Time
3–7 business days
Shipping
DHL Express · Worldwide

What are the key features of SN74AHCT540DWG4?

  • 8-channel inverting 3-state buffer with dual active-low output enables allows shared bus architectures with independent bank control
  • AHCT technology accepts 5 V CMOS-level inputs while driving TTL-compatible outputs at high speed for mixed 3.3 V/5 V system interfaces
  • 20-pin SOIC package with 50 pF rated load capacitance maintains signal integrity on backplane and data bus lines at standard clock frequencies

What is SN74AHCT540DWG4 used for?

SN74AHCT540DWG4 is used as a bus interface buffer in microprocessor data bus isolation, memory expansion, and address demultiplexing circuits requiring 8-channel 3-state driving capability. It is well-suited for industrial control boards and embedded systems where 5 V CMOS signals must be buffered and inverted across PCB segments with controlled impedance lines.

What are the specifications of SN74AHCT540DWG4?

Pbfree CodeYes
YTEOL0
Additional FeatureWITH DUAL OUTPUT ENABLE
Control TypeENABLE LOW
Count DirectionUNIDIRECTIONAL
FamilyAHCT/VHCT/VT
JESD-30 CodeR-PDSO-G20
JESD-609 Codee4
Load Capacitance (CL)50pF
Logic IC TypeBUS DRIVER
Max I(ol)0.008A
Number of Bits8
Number of Functions1
Number of Ports2
Output Characteristics3-STATE
Output PolarityINVERTED
Package Body MaterialPLASTIC/EPOXY
Package Equivalence CodeSOP20,.4
Package ShapeRECTANGULAR
Package StyleSMALL OUTLINE
Packing MethodTUBE
Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel)260
Power Supply Current-Max (ICC)0.04mA
Prop. Delay@Nom-Sup10ns
Propagation Delay (tpd)10ns
Qualification StatusNot Qualified
Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup)5.5V
Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup)4.5V
Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup)5V
Surface MountYES
TechnologyCMOS
Temperature GradeINDUSTRIAL
Terminal FinishNICKEL PALLADIUM GOLD
Terminal FormGULL WING
Terminal Pitch1.27mm
Terminal PositionDUAL
Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s)30
PackageSmall Outline Packages

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)
Moisture Sensitivity LevelMSL 1
HTS Code8542.39.00.60

Where can I find the SN74AHCT540DWG4 datasheet?

SN74AHCT540DWG4 Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from Texas Instruments

What are equivalent replacements for SN74AHCT540DWG4?

Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for SN74AHCT540DWG4:

SN74AHCT540DWRE4Texas Instruments

Bus Driver, AHCT/VHCT/VT Series, 8-Func, 8-Bit, Inverted Output, CMOS, PDSO20

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SN74AHCT573DWRG4Texas Instruments

Bus Driver, AHCT/VHCT/VT Series, 1-Func, 8-Bit, True Output, CMOS, PDSO20

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SN74AHCT573NSRG4Texas Instruments

Bus Driver, AHCT/VHCT/VT Series, 1-Func, 8-Bit, True Output, CMOS, PDSO20

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Frequently Asked Questions

What logic family is SN74AHCT540DWG4 and what voltage levels does it accept and drive?

SN74AHCT540DWG4 belongs to the AHCT family, accepting 5 V CMOS input levels while producing TTL-compatible output levels. It operates from a 4.5 V to 5.5 V supply and can drive lines loaded up to 50 pF, making it ideal for interfacing 5 V CMOS logic to TTL or mixed-voltage bus architectures.

How do the dual output-enable pins on SN74AHCT540DWG4 simplify bus management in multi-master designs?

SN74AHCT540DWG4 provides two independent active-low output enable inputs (OE1 and OE2), both of which must be low for outputs to be active. In an 8-bit bidirectional bus with multiple bus masters, this dual-enable scheme allows bus arbitration logic to disable all 8 outputs simultaneously with a single active-low signal per bank, preventing bus contention.

Is SN74AHCT540DWG4 a suitable replacement for 74HC540 in a 5 V legacy system?

SN74AHCT540DWG4 is pin-compatible with 74HC540 in the 20-pin SOIC package and adds improved input threshold compatibility for 5 V CMOS signals. Switching from 74HC540 to AHCT540 preserves inverting 3-state buffer behavior while improving noise margin at CMOS input thresholds on 5 V rails in legacy industrial and consumer systems.

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