SN74ALS86DB Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock

The SN74ALS86DB is a quad 2-input XOR (Exclusive OR) gate IC from Texas Instruments using Advanced Low-Power Schottky technology. It operates from a 4.5V to 5.5V supply with TTL-compatible inputs and outputs in a 14-pin SOIC package. Suitable for parity generation, data comparison, and arithmetic logic unit circuits.

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SN74ALS86DBSmall Outline Packages
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Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
Small Outline Packages
Pin Count
14
Lifecycle
ACTIVE
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Integrated Circuit
RoHS
Compliant
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What are the key features of SN74ALS86DB?

  • Quad 2-input XOR gate with Advanced Low-Power Schottky (ALS) technology for fast propagation delays and low power consumption
  • TTL-compatible inputs and outputs operating at 4.5V–5.5V supply, ensuring drop-in compatibility with standard 5V logic systems
  • 14-pin SOIC package offering a compact surface-mount footprint with wide industry availability and long product lifecycle

What is SN74ALS86DB used for?

The SN74ALS86DB is commonly used in parity checking and generation circuits, where XOR logic determines the even or odd parity of data words in communication and memory systems. It is also employed in digital comparators, binary adders, and error detection circuits in industrial and telecommunications equipment. Its ALS technology delivers the reliable switching speed required for 5V TTL-based data processing and arithmetic logic operations.

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)

Where can I find the SN74ALS86DB datasheet?

SN74ALS86DB Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from Texas Instruments

What are equivalent replacements for SN74ALS86DB?

Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for SN74ALS86DB:

SN74ALS86DRTexas Instruments

XOR Gate, ALS Series, 4-Func, 2-Input, TTL, PDSO14

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SN74ALS86DTexas Instruments

XOR Gate, ALS Series, 4-Func, 2-Input, TTL, PDSO14

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SN74ALS86DRG4Texas Instruments

XOR Gate, ALS Series, 4-Func, 2-Input, TTL, PDSO14

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SN74ALS86NSRTexas Instruments

XOR Gate, ALS Series, 4-Func, 2-Input, TTL, PDSO14

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Frequently Asked Questions

What logic function does the SN74ALS86DB perform?

The SN74ALS86DB implements four independent 2-input XOR (Exclusive OR) gates. Each gate outputs HIGH when its two inputs differ and LOW when they are the same (Y = A XOR B). This makes it ideal for parity detection, data comparison, and arithmetic operations.

What is the supply voltage range for the SN74ALS86DB?

The SN74ALS86DB operates from a VCC supply of 4.5V to 5.5V, which is the standard 5V TTL range. This makes it fully compatible with existing 5V TTL and CMOS digital logic designs without requiring voltage translation.

What package is the SN74ALS86DB available in?

The SN74ALS86DB is packaged in a 14-pin SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit) with the 'DB' suffix indicating the SOIC package type from Texas Instruments. It features a 1.27mm pin pitch and is suitable for standard surface-mount PCB assembly processes.

How does the SN74ALS86DB compare to standard 74HC86 or 74LS86 variants?

The SN74ALS86DB uses Advanced Low-Power Schottky (ALS) technology, which offers lower power consumption than standard LS logic while maintaining comparable speed. Compared to 74HC86, the ALS variant is better suited for 5V TTL environments since its inputs are TTL-threshold compatible rather than CMOS-level. The ALS family provides faster propagation delays than standard 74LS at reduced supply current.

What are typical applications for the SN74ALS86DB?

Common applications for the SN74ALS86DB include parity bit generation and checking in serial data communications, binary adder carry logic, data encryption using XOR masking, and bus comparators in microprocessor systems. It is also used in phase detectors for digital PLLs and waveform synthesis circuits in test and measurement equipment.

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Texas Instruments (TI) is a global semiconductor company headquartered in Dallas, Texas. TI designs and manufactures analog and embedded processing chips used in industrial, automotive, consumer, communications, and enterprise systems.

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