Overview
The 74HC14PW,118, produced by Nexperia USA Inc., is a hex inverter with Schmitt-trigger inputs. This device is part of the 74HC series and is designed to provide robust and reliable logic functions. It features reduced input threshold levels, allowing it to interface seamlessly with TTL logic levels. The Schmitt trigger inputs are particularly useful for transforming slowly changing input signals into sharply defined, jitter-free output signals. This component is widely used in various electronic designs across different industries.
Key Specifications
| Type number | VCC (V) | Logic switching levels | Output drive capability (mA) | fmax (MHz) | Nr of bits | Power dissipation considerations | Tamb (°C) | Package name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74HC14PW | 2.0 - 6.0 | CMOS | ± 5.2 | 36 | 6 | low | -40 ~ 125 | TSSOP14 (SOT402-1) |
Key Features
- Hex inverter with Schmitt-trigger inputs
- Reduced input threshold levels for interfacing with TTL logic levels
- Inputs include clamp diodes, enabling the use of current limiting resistors for voltages in excess of VCC
- Wide supply voltage range from 2.0 to 6.0 V
- CMOS low power dissipation
- High noise immunity
- Unlimited input rise and fall times
- Latch-up performance exceeds 100 mA per JESD 78 Class II Level B
Applications
The 74HC14PW,118 is suitable for a wide range of applications across various industries, including:
- Automotive
- Industrial
- Power and computing
- Consumer electronics
- Mobile and wearable devices
Particularly, the 74HC14PW-Q100 version is qualified to the Automotive Electronics Council (AEC) standard Q100 (Grade 1), making it highly suitable for automotive applications.
Q & A
- What is the primary function of the 74HC14PW,118?
The primary function is to act as a hex inverter with Schmitt-trigger inputs, transforming slowly changing input signals into sharply defined output signals.
- What is the supply voltage range for the 74HC14PW,118?
The supply voltage range is from 2.0 to 6.0 V.
- What type of logic switching levels does the 74HC14PW,118 support?
The device supports CMOS logic switching levels.
- What is the maximum output drive capability of the 74HC14PW,118?
The maximum output drive capability is ± 5.2 mA.
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the 74HC14PW,118?
The maximum operating frequency is 36 MHz.
- What is the package type of the 74HC14PW,118?
The package type is TSSOP14 (SOT402-1).
- What are the temperature limits for the 74HC14PW,118?
The operating temperature range is from -40°C to 125°C.
- Does the 74HC14PW,118 have any special certifications?
The 74HC14PW-Q100 version is qualified to the Automotive Electronics Council (AEC) standard Q100 (Grade 1).
- What are the key benefits of using Schmitt-trigger inputs in the 74HC14PW,118?
Schmitt-trigger inputs provide high noise immunity and transform slowly changing input signals into sharply defined, jitter-free output signals.
- Can the 74HC14PW,118 be used in automotive applications?
Yes, especially the 74HC14PW-Q100 version, which is qualified to the AEC Q100 standard.
