SN74HC368DIn StockTexas Instruments
The SN74HC368D is a hex inverting buffer and line driver with 3-state outputs from Texas Instruments, featuring 2V to 6V supply range, 150pF load capacitance, and active-low enable control in a 16-pin SOIC package. From $0.39, in stock, worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 16
- Lifecycle
- OBSOLETE
- Datasheet
- SN74HC368D Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.3895(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- Hex inverting 3-state buffer/line driver with active-low enable for bus control
- Wide supply voltage range: 2V to 6V, compatible with CMOS and TTL logic levels
- Low output impedance in active state with high-impedance 3-state output for bus sharing
- 16-pin SOIC package for space-efficient PCB integration
- HC/UH family logic for high-speed CMOS performance
Applications
The SN74HC368D is widely used in data bus driving and buffering applications where multiple devices share a common bus. Its 3-state inverting outputs make it ideal for memory interfacing, microprocessor systems, and signal isolation in industrial control and communication equipment. It is also used in display driver circuits and logic level translation designs requiring reliable bus management.
Specifications
| YTEOL | 0 |
| Additional Feature | ONE FUNCTION WITH TWO BITS |
| Control Type | ENABLE LOW |
| Count Direction | UNIDIRECTIONAL |
| Family | HC/UH |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G16 |
| JESD-609 Code | e4 |
| Load Capacitance (CL) | 150pF |
| Logic IC Type | BUS DRIVER |
| Max I(ol) | 0.006A |
| Number of Bits | 4 |
| Number of Functions | 6 |
| Number of Ports | 2 |
| Output Characteristics | 3-STATE |
| Output Polarity | INVERTED |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP16,.25 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Packing Method | TUBE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Power Supply Current-Max (ICC) | 0.08mA |
| Prop. Delay@Nom-Sup | 24ns |
| Propagation Delay (tpd) | 150ns |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup) | 6V |
| Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup) | 2V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup) | 5V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | NOT SPECIFIED |
| Package | Small Outline Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.01 |
| Country of Origin | Mexico |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for SN74HC368D:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the supply voltage range of the SN74HC368D?
The SN74HC368D operates over a supply voltage range of 2V to 6V, making it compatible with both 3.3V and 5V CMOS and TTL logic systems. This wide range allows flexible integration in mixed-voltage designs.
What package does the SN74HC368D come in?
The SN74HC368D is available in a 16-pin SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit) package, also identified by JESD-30 code R-PDSO-G16. This package is suitable for surface-mount PCB assembly and supports compact board layouts.
What are the typical applications of the SN74HC368D?
Typical applications include data bus buffering and driving in microprocessor-based systems, memory interfacing, signal isolation in industrial control equipment, and logic level conversion. Its hex inverting 3-state outputs make it well-suited for shared bus architectures.
Can the SN74HC368D be used as a replacement for other hex buffer ICs?
Yes, the SN74HC368D is part of the HC/UH logic family and can often replace other hex inverting 3-state buffer ICs with compatible pinouts and electrical characteristics, such as the SN74LS368 or similar devices, provided the supply voltage and timing requirements are met.
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| Qty. | Unit Price | Ext. Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1+ | $0.6834 | $0.68 |
| 8+ | $0.5695 | $4.56 |
| 1000+ | $0.5214 | $521.40 |
| 10000+ | $0.4649 | $4649.00 |
| 100000+ | $0.3895 | $38950.00 |
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