SN74S38NAlternatives & Equivalent Parts
About SN74S38N
SN74S38N is a Integrated Circuit component manufactured by Texas Instruments. It comes in a Dual-In-Line Packages package. Below you'll find known alternative and equivalent parts that can serve as replacements in your design.
Specification Comparison
| Parameter | SN74S38NSource | SN74S38D | SN74S38NSR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments |
| Package Type | Dual-In-Line Packages | Other | Small Outline Packages |
| Pin Count | 14 | 14 | 14 |
| Temperature Range | ~ 70.0°C | ~ 70.0°C | ~ 70.0°C |
| Price | $1.5770 | $0.3460 | $1.1115 |
| Electrical Parameters | |||
| YTEOL | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| Family | S | S | S |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDIP-T14 | R-PDSO-G14 | R-PDSO-G14 |
| JESD-609 Code | e4 | e4 | e4 |
| Load Capacitance (CL) | 50 pF | 50 pF | 50 pF |
| Logic IC Type | NAND GATE | NAND GATE | NAND GATE |
| Max I(ol) | 0.048 A | 0.048 A | 0.048 A |
| Number of Functions | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Number of Inputs | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Output Characteristics | OPEN-COLLECTOR | OPEN-COLLECTOR | OPEN-COLLECTOR |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY | PLASTIC/EPOXY | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | DIP14,.3 | SOP14,.25 | SOP14,.3 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR | RECTANGULAR | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | IN-LINE | SMALL OUTLINE | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Packing Method | TUBE | TUBE | TR, 13 INCH |
| Power Supply Current-Max (ICC) | 80 mA | 80 mA | 80 mA |
| Prop. Delay@Nom-Sup | 10 ns | 10 ns | 10 ns |
| Propagation Delay (tpd) | 10 ns | 10 ns | 10 ns |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified | Not Qualified | Not Qualified |
| Schmitt Trigger | NO | NO | NO |
| Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup) | 5.25 V | 5.25 V | 5.25 V |
| Supply Voltage-Min (Vsup) | 4.75 V | 4.75 V | 4.75 V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom (Vsup) | 5 V | 5 V | 5 V |
| Surface Mount | NO | YES | YES |
| Technology | TTL | TTL | TTL |
| Temperature Grade | COMMERCIAL | COMMERCIAL | COMMERCIAL |
| Terminal Finish | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE | GULL WING | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 2.54 mm | 1.27 mm | 1.27 mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL | DUAL | DUAL |
| ## SN74S38N Alternates Showing results | Image | — | — |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | — | 260 | 260 |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | — | 30 | 30 |
| Pbfree Code | — | — | Yes |
Cells highlighted in yellow indicate differing values across parts. Always verify with official datasheets before substitution.
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What is equivalent to SN74S38N?
Known equivalents for SN74S38N include SN74S38D, SN74S38NSR. Contact FindMyChip for a full compatibility analysis for your specific application.
Can I use a different manufacturer's part instead of SN74S38N?
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 SN74S38N alternatives?
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