Texas Instruments

SN74LVC138APWRG4

The SN74LVC138APWRG4 is a high-performance 3-to-8 line decoder/ demultiplexer integrated circuit (IC) manufactured by Texas Instruments. It is part of the 74LVC series, which is known for its low voltage and low power consumption characteristics.

Description:

The SN74LVC138APWRG4 is a 16-pin SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit) package that decodes three binary-coded inputs into eight mutually exclusive outputs. It is designed to be used in a wide range of applications where signal routing and decoding are required.

Features:

1. 3-to-8 line decoder/demultiplexer
2. 16-pin SOIC package
3. Low voltage operation (1.65V to 3.6V)
4. Low power consumption (typical 2.2mA at 2.5V)
5. High output current drive (up to 24mA)
6. Active high outputs
7. Tolerance to input supply voltage variations
8. Wide operating temperature range (-40°C to 125°C)

Applications:

1. Signal routing and decoding in digital systems
2. Address decoding for memory applications
3. Logic control in microcontroller-based systems
4. Input signal distribution in communication systems
5. Control of multiple outputs from a single input in industrial control systems
6. LCD segment drivers in display applications
7. Data multiplexing in data acquisition systems

The SN74LVC138APWRG4 is a versatile and reliable IC that can be used in various applications where signal routing and decoding are needed. Its low voltage and low power consumption characteristics make it suitable for battery-powered and energy-efficient systems.