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74LCX14MX

74LCX14MX Description

The 74LCX14MX is a high-performance inverter IC designed by onsemi, featuring six Schmitt-triggered inverters in a 14-pin SOIC package. This device is part of the 74LCX series, known for its robust performance and compatibility with various digital logic systems. The 74LCX14MX operates within a supply voltage range of 2V to 3.6V, making it suitable for low-power applications. It offers a maximum propagation delay of 6.5ns at 3.3V with a load capacitance of 50pF, ensuring fast and reliable signal inversion.

74LCX14MX Features

• Logic Type: Inverter
• Number of Circuits: 6
• Number of Inputs per Circuit: 1
• Supply Voltage Range: 2V to 3.6V
• Max Propagation Delay: 6.5ns @ 3.3V, 50pF
• Input Logic Levels:
  • Low: 0.4V to 0.6V
  • High: 1.7V to 2.2V
• Output Current:
  • High: 24mA
  • Low: 24mA
• Quiescent Current (Max): 10 µA
• Package Type: 14-pin SOIC
• Mounting Type: Surface Mount
• Features: Schmitt Trigger
• Compliance:
  • RoHS3 Compliant
  • REACH Unaffected
  • Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 (Unlimited)
• ECCN: EAR99
• HTSUS: 8542.39.0001

74LCX14MX Applications

The 74LCX14MX is ideal for a variety of applications where signal inversion and noise immunity are critical. Its Schmitt-triggered inputs make it particularly well-suited for applications with noisy or slow-rising input signals, ensuring clean and reliable output transitions. Some specific use cases include:

• Digital Signal Processing: Inverting digital signals in microcontroller or FPGA-based systems.
• Noise Filtering: Reducing noise and stabilizing signals in digital circuits.
• Logic Level Conversion: Converting logic levels between different digital systems.
• Clock Signal Inversion: Inverting clock signals in timing circuits.
• Pulse Generation: Generating precise pulses for timing and control applications.

Conclusion of 74LCX14MX

The 74LCX14MX is a versatile and reliable inverter IC that offers significant advantages over similar models. Its low propagation delay, wide supply voltage range, and Schmitt-triggered inputs make it an excellent choice for a wide range of digital applications. Despite being marked as obsolete, the 74LCX14MX remains a valuable component for engineers and designers looking for high-performance, low-power inverters. Its compliance with industry standards such as RoHS3 and REACH ensures that it meets environmental and safety regulations, making it a responsible choice for modern electronics.