SN74BCT8245ADW Texas Instruments In Stock
SN74BCT8245ADW is an 8-bit bidirectional bus transceiver with 3-state outputs by Texas Instruments. Key specs: 8-channel, BCT-family logic (5V), 24mA output drive, SOIC-20 package. From $9.99, in stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
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- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- N/A
- Price
- From $9.9900(MOQ 1)
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of SN74BCT8245ADW?
- 8-bit bidirectional bus transceiver with independent direction control for flexible data flow
- 3-state outputs enable easy bus sharing and high-impedance isolation when disabled
- BCT-family BiCMOS technology combines low power CMOS inputs with fast bipolar outputs
- 24mA output sink/source current for robust bus driving capability
- Compatible with TTL logic levels, suitable for mixed-voltage system interfacing
What is SN74BCT8245ADW used for?
SN74BCT8245ADW is widely used in computer backplane and memory bus buffering applications where bidirectional data transfer between two buses is required. It is commonly deployed in industrial control systems, telecommunications equipment, and embedded processor boards to isolate and drive address or data buses. The 3-state outputs make it ideal for multiplexed bus architectures where multiple devices share a common data path.
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
What are equivalent replacements for SN74BCT8245ADW?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SN74BCT8245ADW and what does it do?
The SN74BCT8245ADW is an 8-bit bidirectional bus transceiver from Texas Instruments. It features 3-state outputs and independent direction control, allowing data to flow in either direction between two 8-bit buses. It is part of the BCT (BiCMOS) logic family and operates at 5V supply voltage.
What package does the SN74BCT8245ADW come in?
The SN74BCT8245ADW comes in a 20-pin SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit) wide-body package, indicated by the 'DW' suffix. This surface-mount package is suitable for automated PCB assembly and offers a compact footprint for board-space-constrained designs.
What are typical applications for the SN74BCT8245ADW?
Typical applications include bus buffering in computer backplanes, memory interface circuits, industrial control systems, and embedded processor boards. The bidirectional capability with direction control pin makes it ideal for any design requiring isolated, driven data transfer between two 8-bit parallel buses.
What is the difference between SN74BCT8245ADW and standard 74245 transceivers?
The SN74BCT8245ADW uses Texas Instruments' BCT BiCMOS technology, which offers faster switching speeds and higher output drive current (24mA) compared to standard CMOS 74HC245 variants. The BCT family is optimized for driving large capacitive bus loads while maintaining compatibility with both TTL and CMOS logic levels.
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