SN74LVC04APW Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Small Outline Packages) In Stock
The SN74LVC04APW is a hex inverter logic IC from Texas Instruments in the LVC family, providing six independent inverter gates. It operates on 2.5V or 3.3V supplies and is 5V-tolerant on inputs for mixed-voltage system compatibility. Available in 14-pin TSSOP package with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Small Outline Packages
- Pin Count
- 14
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- SN74LVC04APW Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.1369(MOQ 90)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- Six independent inverter gates (LVC/LCX/Z family) with 5V-tolerant inputs enabling direct interfacing between 3.3V and 5V logic systems
- Low-voltage operation on 2.5V or 3.3V supply with 24mA (max) output sink current for driving higher-capacitance loads up to 50 pF
- 14-pin TSSOP (R-PDSO-G14) compact surface-mount package introduced in 1993, with proven long-term supply continuity (YTEOL: 15)
Applications
The SN74LVC04APW is widely used for logic signal inversion, level translation, and buffering between 3.3V and 5V subsystems in microcontroller, FPGA, and DSP-based designs. Its 5V-tolerant inputs make it an ideal glue logic component for legacy system interfaces, clock signal buffering, and I/O voltage translation in industrial, consumer electronics, and communications equipment.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Date Of Intro | 1993-04-01 |
| YTEOL | 15 |
| Family | LVC/LCX/Z |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G14 |
| JESD-609 Code | e4 |
| Load Capacitance (CL) | 50pF |
| Logic IC Type | INVERTER |
| Max I(ol) | 0.024A |
| Number of Functions | 6 |
| Number of Inputs | 1 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | TSSOP14,.25 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE, THIN PROFILE, SHRINK PITCH |
| Packing Method | TUBE |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Power Supply Current-Max (ICC) | 0.01mA |
| Prop. Delay@Nom-Sup | 6ns |
| Propagation Delay (tpd) | 9.5ns |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Schmitt Trigger | NO |
| Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup) | 3.6V |
| Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup) | 1.65V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup) | 3.3V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Temperature Grade | AUTOMOTIVE |
| Terminal Finish | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.65mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 30 |
| Package | Small Outline Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.90 |
| Country of Origin | Malaysia |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for SN74LVC04APW:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SN74LVC04APW and how many gates does it have?
The SN74LVC04APW is a hex inverter from Texas Instruments' LVC logic family, containing 6 independent single-input inverter gates (NOT gates). It is designed for 2.5V/3.3V operation with 5V-tolerant inputs, enabling use in mixed-voltage digital systems.
Is the SN74LVC04APW compatible with 5V logic systems?
Yes, the SN74LVC04APW features 5V-tolerant inputs, allowing it to accept 5V logic signals while operating from a 2.5V or 3.3V supply. This makes it ideal for level-shifting and interface applications between legacy 5V systems and modern 3.3V logic without external protection components.
What package does the SN74LVC04APW use and what are its output drive specs?
The SN74LVC04APW uses a 14-pin TSSOP package (JESD-30 Code R-PDSO-G14) with a maximum load capacitance of 50 pF. It supports a maximum output sink current (I_OL) of 24 mA (0.024 A), making it suitable for driving moderate capacitive loads in high-speed digital designs.
What are common applications for the SN74LVC04APW hex inverter?
This device is commonly used for signal inversion, clock buffering, oscillator feedback networks, and voltage-level translation in microcontroller, FPGA, and DSP systems. Its 5V tolerance and LVC-family speed make it a versatile glue logic solution in industrial control, communications, and consumer electronics products.
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