Nexperia USA Inc. 74HC132PW,112

Overview

74HC132PW,112 from Nexperia is a quad 2-input NAND gate with Schmitt-trigger inputs in TSSOP14 package, operating from 2.0 V to 6.0 V supply, delivering hysteresis of 0.6–1.6 V (VCC = 2.0–6.0 V), propagation delay as low as 10 ns (VCC = 6.0 V), and input clamp diodes enabling overvoltage-tolerant interfacing. It serves as a noise-immune signal conditioner in waveform shaping and relaxation oscillator circuits.

For engineers reviewing the 74HC132PW,112 datasheet, 74HC132PW,112 pinout, 74HC132PW,112 application, or 74HC132PW,112 equivalent, this page delivers verified functional identity, validated pin roles, confirmed Schmitt threshold behavior, real-world timing specs across temperature, and precise package mapping - all critical for robust digital interface design and multivibrator implementation.

Technical Context

The device implements four independent NAND gates, each with asymmetric Schmitt-trigger input thresholds (VT+ and VT−) providing 0.4–1.6 V hysteresis depending on VCC, enabling clean output transitions from slow-rising or noisy inputs. Each gate features input clamp diodes allowing safe interfacing to signals exceeding VCC when used with current-limiting resistors.

Its logic function follows standard NAND truth table (L/L→H, L/H→H, H/L→H, H/H→L), but with input hysteresis that prevents chatter during slow edge transitions. Static and dynamic characteristics are fully specified from −40 °C to +125 °C, supporting industrial and extended-temperature embedded control applications.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

TSSOP14 plastic thin shrink small outline package (SOT402-1); 14 leads; body width 4.4 mm; lead pitch 0.65 mm; exposed pad not electrically connected.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar Schmitt-trigger NAND gate applications.

Compared with 74HC132PW,112, the 74HCT132PW,112 trades wider VCC flexibility for TTL-level compatibility, while the SN74LV132APW sacrifices input clamping and temperature range for lower voltage operation and faster response at 3.3 V - making each optimal for distinct system voltage architectures and interface requirements.

Availability

74HC132PW,112 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial control panels, automotive body electronics, and consumer appliance timing circuits requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.

Supply support for 74HC132PW,112 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 semiconductors, delivering high-performance, reliable components for automotive, industrial, and consumer markets.

The 74HC132 belongs to Nexperia's HC logic family, engineered for high noise immunity and wide supply operation in cost-sensitive, high-volume digital interface and timing applications.

FAQ

What is the maximum recommended supply voltage for continuous operation?

The absolute maximum supply voltage is +7.0 V, but the recommended operating range is 2.0 V to 6.0 V. Operation above 6.0 V risks accelerated parametric drift and reduced long-term reliability, even if within absolute limits. For sustained use, VCC must remain ≤6.0 V per Table 5 of the official datasheet Rev. 8 (2024).

Can 74HC132PW,112 safely interface with a 12 V sensor signal?

Yes - its integrated input clamp diodes allow connection to voltages exceeding VCC when used with an appropriate series current-limiting resistor. For a 12 V source and VCC = 5 V, a 10 kΩ resistor limits input current to <0.7 mA, staying well below the ±20 mA clamp rating (Table 4). This avoids external protection components.

How does hysteresis improve performance in noisy environments?

Hysteresis creates separate input thresholds for rising (VT+) and falling (VT−) edges - e.g., 2.1 V and 1.2 V at VCC = 6.0 V - resulting in 0.9 V noise margin. This prevents multiple output toggles when input voltage lingers near a single threshold due to EMI or crosstalk, ensuring one clean transition per valid edge.

Is the thermal pad on the TSSOP14 package electrically connected?

No - the exposed thermal pad in SOT402-1 (TSSOP14) has no electrical function. Per datasheet section 6.1 and Figure 16, it may be left floating or connected to GND for thermal improvement, but soldering it to any voltage rail other than GND violates the design and risks latch-up or parametric shift.