SN74AHCT374N

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Flip-Flop
• Characteristics: High-speed, low-power, octal D-type flip-flop
• Package: DIP (Dual In-line Package)
• Essence: A versatile and reliable IC used for storing and transferring digital data in various electronic applications.
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in tubes or reels, with varying quantities depending on the supplier.

Specifications

• Supply Voltage Range: 4.5V to 5.5V
• High-Level Input Voltage: 2V
• Low-Level Input Voltage: 0.8V
• High-Level Output Voltage: 4.4V
• Low-Level Output Voltage: 0.1V
• Maximum Operating Frequency: 125 MHz
• Number of Flip-Flops: 8

Detailed Pin Configuration

The SN74AHCT374N has a total of 20 pins, each serving a specific function:

1. Pin 1: Data Input (D0)
2. Pin 2: Data Input (D1)
3. Pin 3: Data Input (D2)
4. Pin 4: Data Input (D3)
5. Pin 5: Data Input (D4)
6. Pin 6: Data Input (D5)
7. Pin 7: Data Input (D6)
8. Pin 8: Data Input (D7)
9. Pin 9: Clock Input (CLK)
10. Pin 10: Clock Enable Input (CE)
11. Pin 11: Output Enable Input (OE)
12. Pin 12: Clear Input (CLR)
13. Pin 13: Q0 Output
14. Pin 14: Q1 Output
15. Pin 15: Q2 Output
16. Pin 16: Q3 Output
17. Pin 17: Q4 Output
18. Pin 18: Q5 Output
19. Pin 19: Q6 Output
20. Pin 20: Q7 Output

Functional Features

• High-Speed Operation: The SN74AHCT374N is designed to operate at high frequencies, making it suitable for applications requiring fast data transfer.
• Low Power Consumption: This IC consumes minimal power, making it energy-efficient and suitable for battery-powered devices.
• Octal Flip-Flop: With eight flip-flops integrated into a single package, the SN74AHCT374N provides a compact solution for storing and manipulating digital data.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Versatility: The SN74AHCT374N can be used in a wide range of electronic applications due to its flexible nature.
• Reliability: This IC is known for its robustness and reliability, ensuring stable performance over extended periods.
• Easy Integration: Its DIP package allows for easy integration into various circuit designs.

Disadvantages

• Limited Voltage Range: The SN74AHCT374N operates within a specific voltage range (4.5V to 5.5V), which may not be suitable for all applications.
• Lack of Advanced Features: While the SN74AHCT374N performs its core function effectively, it lacks advanced features found in more specialized flip-flop ICs.

Working Principles

The SN74AHCT374N operates as an octal D-type flip-flop, capable of storing and transferring digital data. It utilizes clock signals to synchronize the input and output operations. When the clock enable (CE) and output enable (OE) inputs are active, the data on the D0-D7 inputs is transferred to the corresponding Q0-Q7 outputs. The clear (CLR) input resets all flip-flops to their initial state.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The SN74AHCT374N finds applications in various electronic systems, including:

1. Microcontrollers: Used for storing and transferring data between the microcontroller and external devices.
2. Data Storage Systems: Employed in memory modules to store and retrieve digital information.
3. Communication Systems: Facilitates data transfer and synchronization in communication protocols.
4. Digital Displays: Enables the control of LED or LCD displays by storing and updating pixel data.
5. Industrial Automation: Utilized in control systems for sequential logic operations.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

• 74HC374: Similar octal D-type flip-flop IC with a wider supply voltage range (2V to 6V).
• CD74HCT374: Octal D-type flip-flop IC with Schmitt-trigger inputs for improved noise immunity.
• MC74ACT374: High-speed octal D-type flip-flop IC with TTL-compatible inputs and outputs.

(Note: The above alternative models are provided as examples and not an exhaustive list.)

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