Encyclopedia Entry: 74LVT374MTCX

Product Overview

Category

The 74LVT374MTCX belongs to the category of integrated circuits (ICs) and specifically falls under the family of flip-flops.

Use

This IC is commonly used in digital electronics for storing and transferring binary data. It serves as a latch or register, allowing for the temporary storage and manipulation of information within a circuit.

Characteristics

• Low-voltage operation: The 74LVT374MTCX operates at low voltage levels, typically between 2.7V and 3.6V.
• High-speed performance: It offers fast data transfer rates, making it suitable for applications requiring quick data processing.
• Tri-state outputs: The IC features tri-state outputs, enabling efficient bus sharing and reducing signal interference.
• D-type flip-flop: It consists of eight D-type flip-flops, each capable of storing one bit of data.

Package and Quantity

The 74LVT374MTCX is available in a small outline integrated circuit (SOIC) package. It comes in a tape and reel packaging, with a standard quantity of 250 units per reel.

Specifications

• Supply Voltage Range: 2.7V to 3.6V
• Input Voltage Range: 0V to Vcc
• Output Voltage Range: 0V to Vcc
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Maximum Clock Frequency: 200 MHz
• Propagation Delay: 4 ns (typical)

Pin Configuration

The 74LVT374MTCX has a total of 20 pins, which are assigned specific functions as follows:

1. OE (Output Enable)
2. Q0 (Flip-Flop Output 0)
3. D0 (Data Input 0)
4. D1 (Data Input 1)
5. Q1 (Flip-Flop Output 1)
6. D2 (Data Input 2)
7. D3 (Data Input 3)
8. Q2 (Flip-Flop Output 2)
9. GND (Ground)
10. Q3 (Flip-Flop Output 3)
11. D4 (Data Input 4)
12. D5 (Data Input 5)
13. Q4 (Flip-Flop Output 4)
14. D6 (Data Input 6)
15. D7 (Data Input 7)
16. Q5 (Flip-Flop Output 5)
17. Vcc (Power Supply)
18. Q6 (Flip-Flop Output 6)
19. Q7 (Flip-Flop Output 7)
20. CP (Clock Pulse)

Functional Features

The 74LVT374MTCX offers the following functional features:

• Edge-triggered operation: The flip-flops within the IC are triggered by the rising edge of the clock pulse, allowing for synchronized data storage and transfer.
• Tri-state outputs: The tri-state outputs enable multiple devices to share a common bus, reducing the number of required interconnections.
• High-speed operation: With a maximum clock frequency of 200 MHz, this IC can handle rapid data processing tasks efficiently.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Low-voltage operation makes it suitable for battery-powered applications.
• Tri-state outputs facilitate efficient bus sharing and reduce signal interference.
• High-speed performance enables quick data processing.

Disadvantages

• Limited voltage range may restrict compatibility with certain systems.
• Sensitivity to electrostatic discharge (ESD) requires proper handling during installation and usage.

Working Principles

The 74LVT374MTCX operates based on the principles of D-type flip-flops. When a clock pulse is received, the data present at the input pins (D0-D7) is latched and stored in the corresponding flip-flops. The stored data can then be accessed from the output pins (Q0-Q7). The tri-state outputs allow for enabling or disabling the output signals, providing control over the data flow.

Application Field Plans

The 74LVT374MTCX finds applications in various digital systems, including but not limited to:

1. Microprocessors and microcontrollers
2. Data storage devices
3. Communication systems
4. Digital signal processing
5. Industrial automation

Alternative Models

For those seeking alternative options, the following ICs can be considered as substitutes for the 74LVT374MTCX:

1. SN74LVC374A: This IC offers similar functionality and characteristics, with compatibility across a wider voltage range.
2. CD74HCT374: A high-speed CMOS logic IC that provides comparable features and performance.
3. MC74LVX374: Another low-voltage octal D-type flip-flop IC suitable for similar applications.

These alternatives offer similar functionalities and