Nexperia USA Inc. 74HC03PW-Q100J
- Part No.:
- 74HC03PW-Q100J
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Category:
- Gates and Inverters
- Package:
- 14-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
74HC03PW-Q100J.pdf
- Description:
- IC GATE NAND 4CH 2-INP 14TSSOP
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Product details
Overview
74HC03PW-Q100 from Nexperia is an automotive-grade quad 2-input NAND gate with open-drain outputs, designed for level-shifting and wired-AND bus interfacing in vehicle control modules. It operates across 2.0 V to 6.0 V supply, delivers propagation delay as low as 8 ns at VCC = 6.0 V, supports -40 °C to +125 °C ambient, and features CMOS input thresholds and ±20 mA output clamping.
For engineers reviewing the 74HC03PW-Q100 datasheet, 74HC03PW-Q100 pinout, 74HC03PW-Q100 application, or 74HC03PW-Q100 equivalent, this device is selected for robustness in automotive body electronics where open-drain logic enables shared-bus signaling, voltage translation between mixed-supply domains, and fault-tolerant I²C-compatible interfaces.
Technical Context
This device implements four independent NAND gates, each with open-drain output topology requiring external pull-up resistors for logic HIGH assertion. Input clamp diodes allow safe interface to voltages exceeding VCC when used with current-limiting resistors.
It complies with AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualification and JEDEC JESD8C/JESD7A standards, supporting dual logic families: 74HC03PW-Q100 uses CMOS-level inputs (VIH ≥ 3.15 V at VCC = 4.5 V), while its 74HCT03PW-Q100 variant accepts TTL-level inputs (VIH ≥ 2.0 V at VCC = 4.5–5.5 V).
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Function | Quad 2-input NAND with open-drain outputs - enables wired-AND bus architecture and voltage-level translation. |
| Supply Voltage Range | 2.0 V to 6.0 V - supports operation across 3.3 V and 5 V systems without level shifters. |
| Propagation Delay | 8 ns (typ) at VCC = 6.0 V, CL = 50 pF - ensures timing compatibility in high-speed digital control loops. |
| Operating Temperature | -40 °C to +125 °C - qualified for under-hood automotive applications including engine management and lighting control. |
| Input Clamp Current | ±20 mA - permits safe overvoltage input handling up to 7 V using series current-limiting resistors. |
| Output Drive Capability | 5.2 mA sink at VOL ≤ 0.4 V (VCC = 6.0 V) - sufficient for driving standard LED indicators or I²C bus capacitance. |
| AEC-Q100 Grade | Grade 1 - certified for automotive use with full reliability testing per AEC standard. |
Pinout & Package
TSSOP14 plastic thin shrink small outline package (SOT402-1); 14-lead, 4.4 mm body width, 0.65 mm pitch; suitable for automated SMT assembly in space-constrained automotive PCBs.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1, 4, 9, 12 | 1A, 2A, 3A, 4A | First input of each NAND gate - accepts CMOS-level signals; clamp diodes enable overvoltage tolerance. |
| 2, 5, 10, 13 | 1B, 2B, 3B, 4B | Second input of each NAND gate - identical electrical behavior to A inputs. |
| 3, 6, 8, 11 | 1Y, 2Y, 3Y, 4Y | Open-drain output - requires external pull-up; sinks current only; supports wired-AND and bus arbitration. |
| 7 | GND | Ground reference (0 V) - must be low-impedance connection for noise immunity and latch-up prevention. |
| 14 | VCC | Positive supply rail - powers internal CMOS circuitry; decoupling capacitor required near pin. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Automotive Qualification | AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualified - validated for lifetime reliability in automotive environments including thermal cycling and humidity exposure. |
| Wide Supply Range | 2.0 V to 6.0 V operation - eliminates need for separate voltage regulators in multi-rail vehicle ECUs. |
| High Noise Immunity | CMOS input structure with VIH/VIL margins > 40% of VCC - resists EMI in noisy engine bay wiring harnesses. |
| ESD Robustness | HBM > 2000 V, CDM > 1000 V - withstands handling and in-system electrostatic events during vehicle assembly and service. |
| Latch-up Immunity | Exceeds 100 mA per JESD78 Class II Level B - prevents destructive latch-up during power sequencing or load dump transients. |
Applications
| Body Control Module (BCM) | Instrument Cluster Interface |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Wired-AND reset signal aggregation from multiple sensors (door ajar, seatbelt, hood open) to single microcontroller interrupt line. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Open-drain NAND gate acting as active-low combiner - pulls shared interrupt line LOW when any sensor asserts. Use Value: Reduces MCU GPIO count by enabling hardware OR-ing of safety-critical status signals without software polling. |
Use Scenario: Level-shifting I²C-compatible control signals between 3.3 V MCU and 5 V display driver IC. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Bidirectional voltage translator using open-drain outputs and external pull-ups on both sides of bus. Use Value: Enables interoperability between mixed-voltage subsystems while maintaining I²C timing compliance and noise margin. |
| LED Driver Enable Logic | Diagnostic Communication Bus |
Use Scenario: Enabling high-side LED drivers via AND-gated enable signals from MCU and thermal shutdown comparator. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-input NAND configured as active-low AND - disables LEDs only when both conditions are met. Use Value: Provides fail-safe illumination control that responds within <25 ns to overtemperature events. |
Use Scenario: Implementing diagnostic response arbitration on shared CAN/LIN auxiliary bus for aftermarket scan tools. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Wired-AND bus controller - allows multiple ECUs to assert NACK or ACK without contention. Use Value: Eliminates need for dedicated arbitration logic; supports deterministic bus access in diagnostic mode. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar quad NAND gate applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74HCT03PW-Q100 | TTL-compatible inputs (VIH ≥ 2.0 V), otherwise identical pinout, timing, and packaging. | Required when interfacing legacy 5 V TTL logic or microcontrollers with non-CMOS output drivers. | Select when system includes mixed 5 V TTL and CMOS logic; not interchangeable without verifying input drive capability. |
| SN74LVC03APWRE4 | 3.3 V only (1.65–3.6 V), lower propagation delay (3.2 ns typ), no AEC-Q100 qualification. | Suitable for non-automotive industrial or consumer applications needing higher speed and lower voltage. | Use only in non-automotive designs; lacks temperature range and qualification for under-hood deployment. |
Compared with 74HC03PW-Q100, the 74HCT03PW-Q100 offers broader input compatibility but identical automotive qualification, while SN74LVC03APWRE4 trades qualification and voltage flexibility for speed and lower power - making it unsuitable for automotive use despite functional similarity.
Availability
74HC03PW-Q100 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body electronics, instrument cluster interfaces, LED driver control, and diagnostic communication buses requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.
Supply support for 74HC03PW-Q100 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 optimized for automotive, industrial, and mobile applications.
This device belongs to Nexperia's automotive-qualified HC/HCT logic family, engineered specifically for robust digital interfacing in harsh automotive environments where reliability, wide voltage operation, and AEC-Q100 compliance are mandatory.
FAQ
What does "open-drain output" mean for 74HC03PW-Q100, and why is it important?
An open-drain output can only actively pull the output node LOW; it cannot drive HIGH. This requires an external pull-up resistor to establish a logic HIGH state. The architecture enables wired-AND logic, bus sharing, level translation between different supply domains, and safe fault-tolerant signaling - critical in automotive networks like LIN or custom diagnostic buses.
Can 74HC03PW-Q100 be used with a 3.3 V supply, and what are the input voltage thresholds?
Yes - it operates from 2.0 V to 6.0 V. At VCC = 3.3 V, VIH (HIGH-level input) is typically 2.1 V (min 1.5 V), and VIL (LOW-level input) is typically 1.0 V (max 0.99 V). These CMOS thresholds ensure strong noise margins and compatibility with 3.3 V microcontrollers and FPGAs without level shifters.
How does the AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualification impact design validation for automotive use?
AEC-Q100 Grade 1 certification confirms the device has passed accelerated stress tests for temperature cycling (-40 °C to +125 °C), humidity, solderability, and ESD - validating suitability for passenger compartment and under-hood applications. It reduces qualification burden for Tier 1 suppliers and satisfies OEM requirements for component-level reliability evidence.
Is there a direct pin-compatible alternative with higher speed or lower power consumption?
No pin-compatible automotive-qualified alternative exceeds its 8 ns propagation delay at 6 V while retaining open-drain outputs and AEC-Q100 Grade 1. The SN74LVC03APWRE4 offers 3.2 ns delay but lacks automotive qualification and operates only up to 3.6 V - making it unsuitable for automotive deployment despite identical TSSOP14 footprint.
74HC03PW-Q100J Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Series:
- 74HC
- Package/Case:
- 14-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Logic Type:
- NAND Gate
- Number of Circuits:
- 4
- Number of Inputs:
- 2
- Features:
- Open Drain
- Voltage - Supply:
- 2V ~ 6V
- Current - Quiescent (Max):
- 2 µA
- Current - Output High, Low:
- -, 5.2mA
- Input Logic Level - Low:
- 0.5V ~ 1.8V
- Input Logic Level - High:
- 1.5V ~ 4.2V
- Max Propagation Delay @ V, Max CL:
- 16ns @ 6V, 50pF
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q100
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 14-TSSOP
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