SN74HC42NSAlternatives & Equivalent Parts
About SN74HC42NS
SN74HC42NS is a Integrated Circuit component manufactured by Texas Instruments. It comes in a Small Outline Packages package. Below you'll find known alternative and equivalent parts that can serve as replacements in your design.
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Specification Comparison
| Parameter | SN74HC42NSSource | SN74HC42DR | SN74HC42D | SN74HC42NSRE4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments |
| Package Type | Small Outline Packages | Small Outline Packages | Small Outline Packages | Small Outline Packages |
| Pin Count | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| Temperature Range | — | -40.0°C ~ 85.0°C | -40.0°C ~ 85.0°C | -40.0°C ~ 85.0°C |
| Price | $0.3613 | $0.2712 | $0.2053 | — |
| Stock | In Stock | In Stock | In Stock | In Stock |
| Lifecycle | — | ACTIVE | OBSOLETE | OBSOLETE |
| Electrical Parameters | ||||
| Pbfree Code | — | Yes | — | Yes |
| YTEOL | — | 15 | 0 | 0 |
| Family | — | HC/UH | HC/UH | HC/UH |
| Input Conditioning | — | STANDARD | STANDARD | STANDARD |
| JESD-30 Code | — | R-PDSO-G16 | R-PDSO-G16 | R-PDSO-G16 |
| JESD-609 Code | — | e4 | e4 | e4 |
| Load Capacitance (CL) | — | 50 pF | 50 pF | 50 pF |
| Logic IC Type | — | DECIMAL DECODER/DRIVER | DECIMAL DECODER/DRIVER | DECIMAL DECODER/DRIVER |
| Max I(ol) | — | 0.0052 A | 0.0052 A | 0.004 A |
| Number of Bits | — | 10 | 10 | — |
| Number of Functions | — | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Output Polarity | — | INVERTED | INVERTED | INVERTED |
| Package Body Material | — | PLASTIC/EPOXY | PLASTIC/EPOXY | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | — | SOP16,.25 | SOP16,.25 | SOP16,.3 |
| Package Shape | — | RECTANGULAR | RECTANGULAR | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | — | SMALL OUTLINE | SMALL OUTLINE | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Packing Method | — | TR | TUBE | TR |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | — | 260 | 260 | 260 |
| Power Supply Current-Max (ICC) | — | 0.08 mA | 0.08 mA | 50 mA |
| Prop. Delay@Nom-Sup | — | 38 ns | 38 ns | 38 ns |
| Propagation Delay (tpd) | — | 190 ns | 190 ns | 190 ns |
| Qualification Status | — | Not Qualified | Not Qualified | Not Qualified |
| Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup) | — | 6 V | 6 V | 6 V |
| Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup) | — | 2 V | 2 V | 2 V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup) | — | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V |
| Surface Mount | — | YES | YES | YES |
| Technology | — | CMOS | CMOS | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | — | INDUSTRIAL | INDUSTRIAL | INDUSTRIAL |
| Terminal Finish | — | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) | NICKEL PALLADIUM GOLD |
| Terminal Form | — | GULL WING | GULL WING | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | — | 1.27 mm | 1.27 mm | 1.27 mm |
| Terminal Position | — | DUAL | DUAL | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | — | 30 | NOT SPECIFIED | 30 |
Cells highlighted in yellow indicate differing values across parts. Always verify with official datasheets before substitution.
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FAQ
What is equivalent to SN74HC42NS?
Known equivalents for SN74HC42NS include SN74HC42DR, SN74HC42D, SN74HC42NSRE4. Contact FindMyChip for a full compatibility analysis for your specific application.
Can I use a different manufacturer's part instead of SN74HC42NS?
In many cases, yes. Cross-manufacturer alternatives exist for most standard components. However, always verify pin compatibility, electrical specs, and package dimensions before substituting in production.
How do I verify SN74HC42NS alternatives?
Compare the datasheet specifications including pinout, voltage ratings, timing parameters, and package dimensions. FindMyChip's engineering team can help with compatibility verification — submit an RFQ to get started.