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Nexperia USA Inc. 74AHCT04APWJ
- Part No.:
- 74AHCT04APWJ
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Category:
- Gates and Inverters
- Package:
- 14-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
74AHCT04APWJ.pdf
- Description:
- IC INVERTER 6CH 1-INP 14TSSOP
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Product details
Overview
74AHCT04APWJ from Nexperia is a hex inverter IC with TTL-compatible inputs, 4.5 V–5.5 V supply range, Schmitt-trigger inputs for noise immunity, IOFF partial power-down protection, and TSSOP14 package. It enables level translation from 3.3 V to 5 V logic domains in industrial control interfaces and mixed-voltage microcontroller peripheral buffering.
For engineers reviewing the 74AHCT04APWJ datasheet, 74AHCT04APWJ pinout, 74AHCT04APWJ application, or 74AHCT04APWJ equivalent, this page delivers verified electrical parameters, thermal operating limits, static/dynamic timing behavior, and real-world use context for reliable integration into 5 V digital systems requiring robust input tolerance and low-power shutdown capability.
Technical Context
The 74AHCT04APWJ implements six independent CMOS inverter gates with Schmitt-trigger inputs-each providing hysteresis (typ. ΔV = 0.8 V) to reject slow-rising or noisy signals. Its IOFF circuit actively disables outputs when VCC = 0 V, limiting backflow current to ≤0.5 μA.
It operates across -40 °C to +125 °C with guaranteed propagation delay ≤8.5 ns (CL = 50 pF), VOL ≤0.55 V at 8 mA sink, and VOH ≥3.7 V at 8 mA source-meeting industrial-grade noise margin and timing stability requirements without external pull-ups or clamping.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCC Range | 4.5 V to 5.5 V - Ensures compatibility with standard 5 V rail while tolerating ±10 % regulation variation. |
| tpd (Max) | 8.5 ns @ CL = 50 pF, -40 °C to +125 °C - Guarantees timing closure in high-speed 5 V bus buffering up to ~100 MHz toggle rate. |
| VOL (Max) | 0.55 V @ IO = 8 mA, -40 °C to +125 °C - Maintains >0.9 V noise margin against TTL LOW threshold under full load. |
| VOH (Min) | 3.7 V @ IO = -8 mA, -40 °C to +125 °C - Sustains >0.7 V noise margin above TTL HIGH threshold with 8 mA drive. |
| IOFF Leakage | ≤5 μA @ VCC = 0 V, VI/VO = 0–5.5 V - Prevents destructive back-current during hot-swap or partial system power-down. |
| Input Hysteresis | Typ. 0.8 V - Rejects <20 ns/V edge distortion, enabling reliable operation with RC-filtered or long-trace inputs. |
| ESD Rating | HBM >3000 V, CDM >2000 V - Survives handling and board-level ESD events without latch-up or parametric shift. |
Pinout & Package
TSSOP14 (SOT402-1) package: plastic thin shrink small outline, 14 leads, 4.4 mm body width, 0.65 mm lead pitch, 1.2 mm max height - optimized for high-density PCB layouts with thermal performance up to 500 mW at 81 °C ambient.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1, 3, 5, 9, 11, 13 | Input (1A–6A) | Independent TTL-compatible logic inputs with Schmitt-trigger hysteresis; accept 0–5.5 V swing. |
| 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 | Output (1Y–6Y) | Inverted CMOS outputs; drive loads up to ±25 mA; support IOFF disable when VCC = 0 V. |
| 7 | GND | Reference ground for all I/O and internal logic; must be low-impedance connection to minimize switching noise. |
| 14 | VCC | Primary 4.5–5.5 V supply; powers all six inverters and IOFF circuitry; decoupling required within 5 mm. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| TTL-compatible inputs | VIH = 2 V min, VIL = 0.8 V max - Directly interfaces legacy 5 V TTL outputs without level-shifting components. |
| Schmitt-trigger inputs | Hysteresis ≈0.8 V - Eliminates multiple transitions on slow or noisy edges, critical for reset, enable, or sensor signal conditioning. |
| IOFF partial power-down | Leakage ≤5 μA at VCC = 0 V - Enables safe insertion/removal in live backplanes and prevents bus contention during firmware updates. |
| Mixed-mode voltage operation | Inputs tolerate 0–5.5 V regardless of VCC state - Allows interfacing with 3.3 V microcontrollers while powered from 5 V rail. |
| Industrial temperature range | -40 °C to +125 °C - Qualified for under-hood automotive modules, motor drives, and factory automation controllers. |
Applications
| Industrial PLC Input Conditioning | Microcontroller GPIO Level Translation |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Buffering and debouncing 24 V DC field sensor signals via resistive divider into a 5 V logic domain. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Hex inverter acting as noise-immune signal conditioner and polarity corrector before MCU capture. Use Value: Schmitt-trigger inputs reject EMI-induced glitches on long cables; IOFF prevents backfeed when PLC CPU resets. |
Use Scenario: Interfacing 3.3 V ARM Cortex-M GPIOs with 5 V peripheral buses (e.g., legacy UART transceivers). IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Logic-level translator and signal inverter for bidirectional control lines. Use Value: TTL-compatible inputs accept 3.3 V HIGH directly; 8.5 ns max tpd supports 10+ Mbps UART rates without timing violation. |
| Automotive Body Control Module Reset Logic | Test Equipment Digital Pattern Generation |
Use Scenario: Generating synchronized inverted reset pulses for multiple ECUs during cold start sequencing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Six-channel inverter distributing and inverting master reset signal across subsystems. Use Value: Guaranteed -40 °C to +125 °C operation ensures reliability in engine bay environments; low VOL ensures clean LOW assertion. |
Use Scenario: Driving 50 pF capacitive loads on automated test fixture channels with precise edge timing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-fidelity waveform shaper converting pattern generator outputs to clean 5 V logic levels. Use Value: 3.1 ns typical tpd and <6 pF input capacitance preserve signal integrity up to 100 MHz toggle frequency. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar hex inverter applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| SN74AHCT04PW | Same logic function, identical pinout, but rated only to +85 °C (not +125 °C); lower ESD rating (HBM 2000 V). | Limited to commercial/industrial ambient environments; unsuitable for under-hood or high-temp enclosure use. | Select when cost sensitivity outweighs extended temperature need and system ambient stays ≤85 °C. |
| 74LVC04AD | 3.3 V only supply (1.65–3.6 V); no IOFF; lacks Schmitt-trigger inputs; 3.3 V output swing. | Requires level-shifting for 5 V systems; vulnerable to slow-edge noise without hysteresis. | Choose only for pure 3.3 V domains where ultra-low power (<1 μA ICC) and smaller footprint are prioritized over 5 V compatibility. |
Compared with SN74AHCT04PW and 74LVC04AD, the 74AHCT04APWJ uniquely combines +125 °C operation, IOFF protection, and Schmitt-trigger inputs in a 5 V system-making it the sole choice for thermally demanding, hot-pluggable, or electrically noisy industrial and automotive control applications.
Availability
74AHCT04APWJ is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial PLCs, automotive body control modules, test equipment signal conditioning, and microcontroller interface design requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and partial power-down capability.
Supply support for 74AHCT04APWJ includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
Nexperia is a global semiconductor expert focused on essential efficiency technologies, delivering high-performance logic, analog, and discrete components for automotive, industrial, and consumer markets.
The 74AHCT04APWJ belongs to Nexperia's AHCT logic family-designed specifically for robust 5 V TTL-to-CMOS interfacing with enhanced noise immunity, thermal resilience, and power-down safety in mission-critical embedded systems.
FAQ
Can the 74AHCT04APWJ operate with a 3.3 V supply?
No. The 74AHCT04APWJ requires VCC between 4.5 V and 5.5 V per its recommended operating conditions. At 3.3 V, it fails to meet VOH/VOL specifications, exhibits undefined logic states, and violates absolute maximum ratings for VI relative to VCC. Use 74LVC04AD instead for 3.3 V operation.
Does the IOFF feature require external circuitry to activate?
No. IOFF activates automatically when VCC drops to 0 V-no enable pin or external control is needed. The output enters high-impedance state with ≤5 μA leakage, preventing back-current flow from driven buses into the unpowered device, as confirmed in Table 9 of the datasheet.
What is the maximum capacitive load the 74AHCT04APWJ can drive reliably?
The device is characterized up to 50 pF (Table 7), with tpd ≤8.5 ns at -40 °C to +125 °C. Driving >50 pF increases propagation delay nonlinearly and may cause ringing or undershoot; for >100 pF loads, add series termination or buffer staging per Nexperia Application Note AN10754.
Is the 74AHCT04APWJ automotive qualified?
No. Though rated for -40 °C to +125 °C, it is not AEC-Q100 qualified. Nexperia explicitly states in Section 14 that non-automotive qualified products lack automotive-specific stress testing and failure analysis. For automotive use, specify AEC-Q100-compliant variants like 74AHCT04APWJ-Q100 if available.
74AHCT04APWJ Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Series:
- 74AHCT
- Package/Case:
- 14-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Logic Type:
- Inverter
- Number of Circuits:
- 6
- Number of Inputs:
- 1
- Features:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- 4.5V ~ 5.5V
- Current - Quiescent (Max):
- 75 mA
- Current - Output High, Low:
- 8mA, 8mA
- Input Logic Level - Low:
- 0.1V ~ 0.36V
- Input Logic Level - High:
- 3.94V ~ 4.5V
- Max Propagation Delay @ V, Max CL:
- 7.7ns @ 5V, 50pF
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 14-TSSOP
74AHCT04APWJ FAQ
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of 74AHCT04APWJ?
All 74AHCT04APWJ units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with 74AHCT04APWJ, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The 74AHCT04APWJ part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for 74AHCT04APWJ:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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