Nexperia USA Inc. 74HC7541D,118
- Part No.:
- 74HC7541D,118
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Package:
- 20-SOIC (0.295", 7.50mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
74HC7541D,118.pdf
- Description:
- IC BUFFER NON-INVERT 6V 20SO
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Product details
Overview
74HC7541D,118 from Nexperia is an 8-bit non-inverting Schmitt-trigger buffer/line driver with dual 3-state output enables (OE1, OE2), CMOS-level inputs, and SO20 package. It operates from 2.0 V to 6.0 V, delivers ±35 mA output drive, supports -40 °C to +125 °C ambient, and features input clamp diodes for overvoltage-tolerant interfacing in industrial bus line conditioning.
For engineers reviewing the 74HC7541D,118 datasheet, 74HC7541D pinout, 74HC7541D application, or 74HC7541D equivalent, this device is selected for noise-immune signal buffering in legacy TTL/CMOS mixed-voltage systems, high-impedance bus isolation, and slow-edge signal cleanup in sensor interface and control logic circuits.
Technical Context
The 74HC7541D implements dual active-low output enables controlling eight independent non-inverting buffered outputs. Its Schmitt-trigger inputs provide 0.3 V to 0.5 V hysteresis (VH) across 2.0–6.0 V supply, enabling reliable digitization of slow-rising analog or noisy digital signals without external RC filtering.
Each output drives up to ±35 mA while maintaining VOH ≥ 5.48 V (VCC = 6.0 V, IO = −7.8 mA) and VOL ≤ 0.26 V (VCC = 6.0 V, IO = 7.8 mA). Input leakage remains ≤ ±0.1 μA at 25 °C, and propagation delay is 11–20 ns (VCC = 6.0 V, CL = 50 pF).
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Supply Voltage | 2.0 V to 6.0 V - Enables direct interface with 3.3 V and 5 V logic domains without level shifters. |
| Output Drive | ±35 mA - Sufficient to directly drive LEDs, relays, or multiple 74-series inputs without external buffers. |
| Input Hysteresis | 0.3 V to 0.5 V - Rejects up to 500 mV of noise on slow-rising signals (e.g., mechanical switch bounce, thermistor outputs). |
| Propagation Delay | 11 ns (min) / 20 ns (max) at VCC = 6.0 V - Supports >25 MHz data rates in clean bus environments. |
| Operating Temp | −40 °C to +125 °C - Qualified for under-hood automotive modules and industrial motor control enclosures. |
| ESD Rating | HBM >2000 V, CDM >1000 V - Survives handling and board-level ESD events without latch-up or parameter shift. |
| Power Dissipation | 500 mW (SO20, ≤109 °C) - Allows full 8-channel operation at 6 V with minimal thermal derating in standard PCB layouts. |
Pinout & Package
74HC7541D,118 uses the SO20 (SOT163-1) plastic small outline package: 20-pin, 7.5 mm body width, 1.27 mm pitch, gull-wing leads. Thermal resistance θJA = 82 K/W (JEDEC-standard board).
| Pin | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1, 19 | OE1, OE2 | Active-low 3-state enable inputs - Both must be LOW to activate outputs; either HIGH forces all Yn into high-Z. |
| 2–9 | A0–A7 | Non-inverting Schmitt-trigger inputs - Accept slow edges (unlimited rise/fall time); clamp diodes allow VI > VCC. |
| 10 | GND | Ground reference - Must be low-impedance return path for all 8 outputs and internal logic. |
| 11–18 | Y0–Y7 | Buffered non-inverting outputs - Each independently driven; high-Z state isolates downstream loads during bus sharing. |
| 20 | VCC | Positive supply - Powers internal logic and output drivers; bypass capacitor required within 10 mm of pin. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Wide VCC range | 2.0–6.0 V operation - Eliminates need for separate 3.3 V and 5 V supply rails in mixed-voltage systems. |
| Schmitt-trigger inputs | 0.3–0.5 V hysteresis - Converts noisy or slow analog-like signals (e.g., potentiometer wipers, open-collector sensors) into clean digital logic levels. |
| Dual 3-state control | Independent OE1/OE2 pins - Enables hierarchical bus arbitration or selective channel disabling without affecting other outputs. |
| Input clamp diodes | VI tolerance up to VCC + 0.5 V - Permits direct connection to 12 V sensor outputs using only series current-limiting resistors. |
| High noise immunity | CMOS-level input thresholds scaled to VCC - Maintains >40% noise margin across full voltage and temperature range. |
Applications
| Industrial Sensor Interface | Legacy Bus Line Driver |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Conditioning output from a slow-rising RTD-to-digital converter with 100 µs rise time and 200 mV peak noise. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Schmitt-trigger buffer cleans signal edges before feeding to microcontroller GPIO with internal pull-ups. Use Value: Eliminates need for external RC filter and debouncing firmware; reduces BOM count by one passive per channel. |
Use Scenario: Driving a 24 V industrial CAN transceiver input from a 3.3 V microcontroller with long PCB traces. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Level-shifting line driver providing 35 mA sink/source to overcome trace capacitance and EMI coupling. Use Value: Ensures fast edge integrity (>20 MHz effective bandwidth) and noise rejection on factory-floor wiring harnesses. |
| Motor Control Logic Isolation | Test Equipment Signal Multiplexing |
|
Use Scenario: Isolating microcontroller I/O from high-noise gate-driver feedback lines in a 3-phase inverter. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: 3-state buffer decouples MCU pins during fault conditions via OE assertion. Use Value: Prevents latch-up or false triggering during power-stage switching transients; enables safe hot-swap diagnostics. |
Use Scenario: Routing 8 DUT signals through a boundary-scan test fixture with shared JTAG TDI/TDO paths. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Bidirectional bus buffer controlled by test sequencer to isolate DUT from tester during configuration. Use Value: Reduces crosstalk between adjacent channels; maintains signal integrity at 10 MHz scan clock rates. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar octal Schmitt-trigger buffer applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74HCT7541D,118 | TTL-compatible inputs (VIH = 2.0 V min); identical SO20 package and pinout. | Better interoperability with 5 V TTL logic families; slightly higher ICC at 5.5 V. | Select when interfacing legacy 74LS/74ALS devices or where input threshold stability across VCC variation is critical. |
| SN74LVCH16244ADGGR | 16-bit, 3.3 V only (1.65–3.6 V), LVCMOS inputs, TSSOP56 package. | Higher channel density but incompatible voltage range and footprint; no Schmitt inputs. | Use only if migrating to 3.3 V-only systems with space-constrained layouts and no slow-edge signal conditioning needs. |
Compared with 74HCT7541D,118, the TTL-input variant offers tighter VIH/VIL margins in mixed-logic systems but sacrifices 2.0 V operation; SN74LVCH16244ADGGR provides double the channels at lower voltage but removes Schmitt functionality and requires redesign of PCB layout and power delivery.
Availability
74HC7541D,118 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial sensor interfaces, motor control logic isolation, and legacy bus line driving requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and multi-year production cycles.
Supply support for 74HC7541D,118 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 delivering high-performance logic, discrete, and MOSFET solutions optimized for efficiency, reliability, and manufacturability in high-volume applications.
The 74HC7541 belongs to Nexperia's HC logic family-designed for robust, low-power signal conditioning and bus interfacing in industrial automation, building controls, and power electronics where noise immunity and wide supply tolerance are essential.
FAQ
Can 74HC7541D,118 drive a 50 pF load at 10 MHz without signal degradation?
Yes. With tpd = 11–20 ns (VCC = 6.0 V, CL = 50 pF) and tt = 4–10 ns, it meets setup/hold timing for 10 MHz clocks. Output drive capability (±35 mA) ensures <10% overshoot on 50 pF loads with proper PCB routing and local VCC decoupling.
What happens if both OE1 and OE2 are left floating?
OEn pins have no internal pull-up/down; floating states cause unpredictable output behavior. Per datasheet, OE1 and OE2 must be actively driven LOW to enable outputs or HIGH to force high-Z. Tie unused enables to VCC via 10 kΩ resistor for default disable.
Does the 74HC7541D,118 support hot insertion into a live backplane?
No. While input clamp diodes tolerate VI > VCC, the device lacks hot-swap protection circuitry. Applying VCC after signal inputs may forward-bias internal diodes, causing excessive IIK current. Power sequencing (VCC first, then signals) is mandatory.
How does hysteresis vary with supply voltage?
VT+ and VT− scale linearly with VCC: VH = VT+ − VT− = 0.3 V (min) to 0.5 V (max) across 2.0–6.0 V. At VCC = 2.0 V, VH = 0.3 V; at VCC = 6.0 V, VH = 0.5 V. This ensures consistent noise margin percentage (~15–25%) regardless of rail voltage.
74HC7541D,118 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Series:
- 74HC
- Package/Case:
- 20-SOIC (0.295", 7.50mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Logic Type:
- Buffer, Non-Inverting
- Number of Elements:
- 1
- Number of Bits per Element:
- 8
- Input Type:
- Schmitt Trigger
- Output Type:
- 3-State
- Current - Output High, Low:
- 7.8mA, 7.8mA
- Voltage - Supply:
- 2V ~ 6V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 20-SO
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