SN74HCU04AN

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Inverter
• Characteristics: High-speed, low-power consumption
• Package: DIP-14 (Dual Inline Package with 14 pins)
• Essence: Hex inverter gate
• Packaging/Quantity: Tube packaging, 25 pieces per tube

Specifications

• Supply Voltage Range: 2V to 6V
• Input Voltage Range: 0V to VCC
• Output Voltage Range: 0V to VCC
• Maximum Operating Frequency: 50 MHz
• Propagation Delay Time: 9 ns (typical)
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The SN74HCU04AN has a total of 14 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

1. A1 - Input 1
2. Y1 - Output 1
3. A2 - Input 2
4. Y2 - Output 2
5. A3 - Input 3
6. Y3 - Output 3
7. GND - Ground
8. Y4 - Output 4
9. A4 - Input 4
10. Y5 - Output 5
11. A5 - Input 5
12. Y6 - Output 6
13. VCC - Power Supply
14. A6 - Input 6

Functional Features

• Hex inverter gate: The SN74HCU04AN consists of six independent inverters, each capable of converting a high-level input signal to its complementary low-level output.
• High-speed operation: With a maximum operating frequency of 50 MHz, it can process signals quickly.
• Low-power consumption: The IC is designed to consume minimal power, making it suitable for battery-powered devices.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-speed operation allows for efficient signal processing. - Low-power consumption extends battery life in portable devices. - Compact DIP-14 package enables easy integration into various circuit designs.

Disadvantages: - Limited voltage range (2V to 6V) may not be suitable for all applications. - Propagation delay time of 9 ns may introduce slight delays in signal transmission.

Working Principles

The SN74HCU04AN operates based on the principle of complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) technology. Each inverter within the IC consists of a PMOS (P-channel MOSFET) and an NMOS (N-channel MOSFET). When the input voltage is high, the PMOS turns off, allowing the NMOS to conduct and pull the output voltage low. Conversely, when the input voltage is low, the NMOS turns off, and the PMOS conducts, pulling the output voltage high.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The SN74HCU04AN is widely used in digital electronics and microcontroller-based systems. Some common application areas include:

1. Logic level conversion: It can be used to convert logic levels between different voltage domains.
2. Signal inversion: The hex inverter gate function allows for signal inversion, which is useful in various digital circuits.
3. Clock signal generation: The IC can generate clock signals with precise timing for synchronous operations.
4. Buffering: It can be used as a buffer to isolate different sections of a circuit and prevent signal degradation.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

Some alternative models that serve similar functions to the SN74HCU04AN are:

1. CD4049UB: Hex inverter/buffer
2. MC74HC04: Hex inverter
3. 74LS04: Hex inverter
4. TC7SZ04FU: Single inverter

These alternative models offer similar functionality and can be used as replacements depending on specific requirements.

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