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MC74AC32N  

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MC74AC32N Description

The MC74AC32N is a 4-channel OR gate IC, featuring 2 inputs per channel, designed for a wide range of digital logic applications. Manufactured by onsemi, this through-hole mounted IC is housed in a tube package and is part of the 74AC series. It operates within a supply voltage range of 2V to 6V and has a maximum propagation delay of 7.5ns at 5V with a load capacitance of 50pF. The input logic levels are specified as 0.9V to 1.65V for low and 2.1V to 3.85V for high, ensuring compatibility with various digital systems. The IC is designed to provide a quiescent current of up to 4 µA and can handle output currents of up to 24mA for both high and low states. Although the product is now obsolete, its robust performance and wide operating voltage range make it a reliable choice for legacy systems and specific applications.

MC74AC32N Features

• Logic Type: OR Gate
• Number of Circuits: 4
• Number of Inputs per Circuit: 2
• Supply Voltage Range: 2V to 6V
• Max Propagation Delay: 7.5ns @ 5V, 50pF
• Input Logic Levels:
  • Low: 0.9V to 1.65V
  • High: 2.1V to 3.85V
• Current Specifications:
  • Quiescent (Max): 4 µA
  • Output High, Low: 24mA, 24mA
• Mounting Type: Through Hole
• Package: Tube
• Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 (Unlimited)
• ECCN: EAR99
• REACH Status: REACH Unaffected

MC74AC32N Applications

The MC74AC32N is particularly suited for applications requiring fast and reliable digital logic processing. Its low propagation delay and wide operating voltage range make it ideal for use in:

• Digital Signal Processing: Efficiently combines multiple digital signals to produce a single output, useful in data processing and communication systems.
• Control Systems: Provides logical control functions in industrial automation and robotics.
• Consumer Electronics: Used in legacy systems where compatibility with older digital circuits is necessary.
• Telecommunications: Facilitates signal routing and control in telecommunication equipment.
• Automotive Electronics: Suitable for in-vehicle control systems and electronic modules.

Conclusion of MC74AC32N

The MC74AC32N, despite being obsolete, remains a valuable component for specific applications due to its robust performance and compatibility with a wide range of digital systems. Its low propagation delay and wide operating voltage range offer significant advantages over similar models, making it a reliable choice for digital logic processing. While newer alternatives may be available, the MC74AC32N continues to serve well in legacy systems and specialized applications where its unique features are essential.

MC74AC32N Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for MC74AC32N

Datasheets :

MC74AC(T)32      

PCN Obsolescence/ EOL :

Multiple Devices 03/Jan/2008      

HTML Datasheet :

MC74AC(T)32      

Environmental Information :

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