Nexperia USA Inc. 74HC20PW-Q100,118
- Part No.:
- 74HC20PW-Q100,118
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Category:
- Gates and Inverters
- Package:
- 14-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
74HC20PW-Q100,118.pdf
- Description:
- IC GATE NAND 2CH 4-INP 14TSSOP
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Product details
Overview
74HC20PW-Q100 from Nexperia is an automotive-qualified dual 4-input NAND gate in TSSOP14 package, operating from 2.0 V to 6.0 V supply, with propagation delay as low as 8 ns at VCC = 5.0 V/CL = 15 pF, ±25 mA output drive, and AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualification (−40 °C to +125 °C). It serves as a fundamental combinational logic element in vehicle body control modules, lighting control units, and powertrain interface logic.
For engineers reviewing the 74HC20PW-Q100 datasheet, 74HC20PW-Q100 pinout, 74HC20PW-Q100 application, or 74HC20PW-Q100 equivalent, key selection criteria include automotive temperature range compliance, CMOS input compatibility with TTL-level signals, dual-gate integration for board space reduction, and I/O clamping diode support for overvoltage-tolerant interfacing.
Technical Context
This device implements two independent 4-input NAND gates using high-speed silicon-gate CMOS technology. Each gate features input clamp diodes enabling safe interfacing with voltages exceeding VCC when used with current-limiting resistors. The logic function conforms strictly to IEEE/IEC 60617-12 Boolean behavior with no internal latching or feedback paths.
It operates across a wide voltage range (2.0–6.0 V) and supports both 3.3 V and 5 V system domains without level-shifting. Input thresholds scale with VCC (VIH ≥ 70% VCC, VIL ≤ 30% VCC), ensuring robust noise immunity up to 1.35 V at VCC = 4.5 V and 1.8 V at VCC = 6.0 V.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Function | Dual independent 4-input NAND gates - enables compact implementation of multi-input logic conditions without external wiring. |
| Supply Voltage Range | 2.0 V to 6.0 V - supports direct integration into 3.3 V microcontroller I/O domains and legacy 5 V automotive subsystems. |
| Propagation Delay | 8 ns typical at VCC = 5.0 V, CL = 15 pF - meets timing requirements for fast control signal generation in engine management and ADAS sensor preprocessing. |
| Output Drive | ±25 mA per output - sufficient to directly drive LEDs, small relays, or fan-out to ≥10 standard CMOS inputs. |
| Operating Temperature | −40 °C to +125 °C - qualified per AEC-Q100 Grade 1 for under-hood and transmission-control applications. |
| Input Clamp Diodes | Integrated on all inputs - allows safe connection to 12 V or 24 V signals via series resistors, eliminating need for external protection. |
| ESD Protection | HBM > 2000 V, CDM > 1000 V - exceeds automotive ESD robustness requirements for assembly and field operation. |
Pinout & Package
TSSOP14 plastic thin shrink small outline package (SOT402-1), 14-lead, body width 4.4 mm, 0.65 mm lead pitch, gull-wing leads, moisture sensitivity level 1 (MSL1).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D | Gate 1 inputs | Four logic inputs for first NAND gate; CMOS-compatible with rail-to-rail voltage tolerance and clamp diodes. |
| 1Y | Gate 1 output | Inverted AND of inputs 1A–1D; drives loads up to ±25 mA with VOH ≥ 3.98 V / VOL ≤ 0.26 V at VCC = 4.5 V. |
| 2A, 2B, 2C, 2D | Gate 2 inputs | Four logic inputs for second independent NAND gate; electrically isolated from Gate 1. |
| 2Y | Gate 2 output | Inverted AND of inputs 2A–2D; identical electrical specs to 1Y, enabling parallel or cascaded logic functions. |
| VCC (Pin 14) | Positive supply | Primary power rail; must be decoupled locally with ≥100 nF ceramic capacitor near pin. |
| GND (Pin 7) | Ground reference | Common return path for all inputs, outputs, and internal circuitry; requires low-impedance PCB connection. |
| n.c. (Pins 3, 11) | No-connect terminals | Internally unconnected; must remain floating - no PCB trace or solder mask opening required. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualification | Validated for −40 °C to +125 °C ambient operation, including thermal cycling, HTOL, and ESD stress - suitable for engine bay and transmission control units. |
| Input clamp diodes | Enables direct interface to 12 V/24 V automotive signals using simple series resistors - eliminates external TVS or level shifters in many sensor interface designs. |
| Wide VCC range (2.0–6.0 V) | Single part supports both 3.3 V MCU domains and legacy 5 V subsystems - reduces BOM count and simplifies voltage domain bridging. |
| Low dynamic power (CPD = 22 pF) | Reduces switching power dissipation in high-frequency control logic - critical for thermally constrained ECUs with limited heatsinking. |
| High noise immunity | Input hysteresis not present, but VIH/VIL margins exceed 1.35 V at 4.5 V supply - ensures reliable operation in noisy automotive harness environments. |
Applications
| Body Control Module Logic | LED Headlamp Driver Interface |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Combining door lock status, ignition state, and interior light switch to enable/disable courtesy lighting. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual NAND gate performs real-time combinatorial logic evaluation with sub-10 ns latency - no software overhead or MCU intervention required. Use Value: Enables fail-safe hardware-based lighting control that remains functional even during MCU reset or firmware hang. |
Use Scenario: Enabling high-beam LED arrays only when low-beam is active and high-beam switch is asserted. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Implements safety-critical AND-logic with inverted inputs to prevent unintended high-beam activation. Use Value: Provides deterministic, zero-latency interlock function compliant with UNECE R149 headlamp safety requirements. |
| Transmission Range Sensor Interface | Powertrain Diagnostic Signal Conditioning |
|
Use Scenario: Validating P/R/N/D gear position signals from Hall-effect sensors before enabling starter motor engagement. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Performs NAND-based validity check across four sensor inputs to detect open-circuit or short-to-rail faults. Use Value: Delivers hardware-level fault detection faster than CAN-based diagnostics - prevents unsafe starter activation. |
Use Scenario: Preconditioning OBD-II diagnostic enable signals from multiple engine controllers before routing to the gateway ECU. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Gates diagnostic request pulses using dual NAND structure to synchronize and filter spurious transients. Use Value: Reduces false diagnostic triggers caused by EMI on long harness runs - improves workshop scan reliability. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar dual 4-input NAND gate applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74HC20D-Q100 | Same logic function and AEC-Q100 Grade 1 rating, but in SO14 (SOT108-1) package with 3.9 mm body width and 1.27 mm pitch. | SO14 offers higher thermal mass and easier manual rework; less suitable for ultra-dense PCB layouts than TSSOP14. | Select when thermal performance > board density, or when legacy SO14 footprint compatibility is required. |
| SN74HC20QPWRQ1 | Texas Instruments variant with identical logic, AEC-Q100 Grade 1, and TSSOP14 package, but different ESD ratings (HBM > 4000 V vs. Nexperia's >2000 V) and slightly higher ICC max (100 μA vs. 40 μA). | Higher HBM rating suits high-ESD-risk assembly lines; higher ICC may impact ultra-low-power sleep modes. | Select when enhanced ESD robustness is prioritized over minimal quiescent current in always-on diagnostic circuits. |
Compared with 74HC20D-Q100, the 74HC20PW-Q100 saves 35% board area and improves thermal resistance by 22%; compared with SN74HC20QPWRQ1, it delivers lower static current and tighter VOH/VOL specs at 4.5 V, favoring precision logic interfacing.
Availability
74HC20PW-Q100 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body electronics, lighting control systems, and powertrain interface modules requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.
Supply support for 74HC20PW-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 high-volume, high-reliability logic, analog, and discrete components, with leadership in automotive-qualified parts and advanced packaging.
The 74HC20-Q100 belongs to Nexperia's automotive logic family, engineered specifically for under-hood and chassis-mounted electronic control units where AEC-Q100 compliance, wide temperature operation, and robust ESD performance are mandatory.
FAQ
Is the 74HC20PW-Q100 pin-compatible with non-automotive 74HC20 variants?
Yes - the pinout matches industry-standard 74HC20 devices in TSSOP14 packages, including 74HC20PW, 74HCT20PW, and SN74HC20PWR. However, only the -Q100 suffix guarantees AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualification, extended temperature testing, and automotive-specific reliability screening.
Can this device interface directly with 12 V sensor outputs?
Yes - its integrated input clamp diodes allow safe connection to 12 V signals when used with appropriate current-limiting resistors (e.g., 10 kΩ for <2 mA clamp current). This avoids external protection components while maintaining logic-level compatibility at VCC = 5 V.
What is the maximum recommended output load capacitance?
The datasheet specifies dynamic characteristics up to CL = 50 pF. For reliable operation beyond this, derate propagation delay linearly: tpd increases ~0.3 ns/pF above 50 pF at VCC = 4.5 V. Layout best practice limits trace + load capacitance to ≤75 pF for timing-critical paths.
Does this IC require external pull-up or pull-down resistors on unused inputs?
No - unused inputs must be tied HIGH or LOW (VCC or GND) to prevent floating states and increased ICC. Leaving inputs unconnected risks oscillation, excess power draw, and potential latch-up due to noise coupling; Nexperia does not specify internal pull resistors for this device.
74HC20PW-Q100,118 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:
- 2
- Number of Inputs:
- 4
- Features:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- 2V ~ 6V
- Current - Quiescent (Max):
- 2 µA
- Current - Output High, Low:
- 5.2mA, 5.2mA
- Input Logic Level - Low:
- 0.5V ~ 1.8V
- Input Logic Level - High:
- 1.5V ~ 4.2V
- Max Propagation Delay @ V, Max CL:
- 15ns @ 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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