SN74BCT241N Texas Instruments In Stock
SN74BCT241N is an octal buffer/line driver with 3-state outputs by Texas Instruments. Key specs: 8-bit non-inverting buffer, 3-state outputs, 4.5V–5.5V supply, TTL/CMOS compatible inputs. From $1.57, in stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
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- Price
- From $1.5700(MOQ 122)
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
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- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of SN74BCT241N?
- Octal (8-bit) non-inverting buffer with 3-state outputs for bus driving applications
- BCT (BiCMOS) technology for high-speed switching with low power consumption
- Compatible with TTL and CMOS logic levels for easy system integration
- Output enable control (active-low OE) for easy bus management and multiplexing
- DIP-20 through-hole package ideal for prototyping and legacy board designs
What is SN74BCT241N used for?
The SN74BCT241N is widely used in data bus buffering and signal isolation in microprocessor and microcontroller systems. It serves as a unidirectional bus driver in memory interfaces, address buffers, and peripheral control circuits. The device is also suitable for signal level translation between TTL and CMOS logic families in mixed-technology designs.
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
What are equivalent replacements for SN74BCT241N?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SN74BCT241N and what does it do?
The SN74BCT241N is an octal non-inverting buffer and line driver with 3-state outputs from Texas Instruments. It features 8 independent buffer channels controlled by a single active-low output enable (OE) pin, allowing connection to or disconnection from a shared data bus. It operates at a supply voltage of 4.5V to 5.5V and is compatible with both TTL and CMOS logic levels.
What are the key electrical specifications of the SN74BCT241N?
The SN74BCT241N operates with a supply voltage (VCC) of 4.5V to 5.5V. It features BCT (BiCMOS) technology offering high-speed switching with typical propagation delay of about 5ns. Output drive capability is 24mA sink and 15mA source, suitable for driving heavily loaded buses. The device supports TTL-compatible input thresholds for broad logic family compatibility.
What package does the SN74BCT241N come in?
The SN74BCT241N is packaged in a 20-pin plastic DIP (Dual In-line Package) through-hole package. This package is ideal for prototyping on breadboards and through-hole PCB designs. Texas Instruments also offers equivalent versions in surface-mount packages such as SOIC and SSOP under different part numbers like SN74BCT241DW.
What are common applications for the SN74BCT241N?
Common applications include data bus buffering in microprocessor systems, memory address buffering, peripheral interface circuits, and signal isolation between different sections of a PCB. The 3-state outputs make it especially useful for shared bus architectures where multiple devices need controlled access to the same bus lines.
What is a compatible replacement or alternative for the SN74BCT241N?
Compatible alternatives include the SN74HCT241N (CMOS, lower power), SN74ACT241N (Advanced CMOS, faster switching), SN74LS241N (Low-power Schottky TTL), and SN74F241N (Fast TTL). These parts share the same pinout and logic function but differ in speed, power consumption, and drive strength. Always verify supply voltage and timing specs before substituting.
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