NXP Semiconductors 74LV04PW,112

Overview

74LV04PW,112 from Nexperia is a hex CMOS inverter IC designed for low-voltage logic level translation and signal inversion in digital systems. It provides six independent inverting buffers with rail-to-rail input compatibility (TTL- and CMOS-level), operates from 1.0 V to 5.5 V supply, delivers <6 ns propagation delay at 3.3 V/15 pF, and supports industrial temperature range (–40 °C to +125 °C) in TSSOP14 package.

For engineers reviewing the 74LV04PW,112 datasheet, 74LV04PW,112 pinout, 74LV04PW,112 application, or 74LV04PW,112 equivalent, key selection criteria include supply voltage flexibility (1.0–5.5 V), output drive strength (±12 mA), input clamp diode support for overvoltage-tolerant interfacing, and thermal performance in thin shrink packaging.

Technical Context

The 74LV04PW,112 implements six independent complementary MOS inverters on a single die, each with symmetrical input structure including integrated clamp diodes enabling safe interface to signals exceeding VCC when used with current-limiting resistors. Its static and dynamic behavior is fully specified across 1.0 V–5.5 V, with guaranteed operation down to 1.0 V and TTL-compatible inputs at VCC ≥ 2.7 V.

Propagation delay scales inversely with supply voltage-typical tpd is 40 ns at 1.2 V, 14 ns at 2.0 V, and 6 ns at 3.3 V (CL = 15 pF). Output voltage levels meet JEDEC standards JESD8-7 through JESD36, and ground bounce is characterized at <0.8 V under switching conditions at 3.3 V.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

TSSOP14 (SOT402-1) package: plastic thin shrink small outline, 14-lead, body width 4.4 mm, 0.65 mm pitch, exposed pad not electrically connected (thermal enhancement only).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar hex inverter applications.

Compared with SN74LVC04APWR and 74AHC04PW,118, the 74LV04PW,112 uniquely supports 1.0 V operation with input clamp diodes and JEDEC-compliant voltage ranges down to 1.65 V, making it the only option for mixed-supply systems requiring both ultra-low-voltage functionality and overvoltage-safe interfacing.

Availability

74LV04PW,112 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial automation, automotive body electronics, low-power embedded control, and USB-C power delivery subsystems requiring stable component supply across extended temperature and voltage ranges.

Supply support for 74LV04PW,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 efficiency technologies, delivering high-performance logic, analog, and discrete components with emphasis on reliability, energy efficiency, and manufacturability.

The 74LV04 belongs to Nexperia's LV (Low Voltage) logic family, engineered specifically for interoperability across heterogeneous voltage domains in industrial, computing, and consumer applications while maintaining robust ESD and latch-up performance.

FAQ

Can the 74LV04PW,112 operate reliably at 1.0 V supply?

Yes. The device is fully specified and guaranteed to function at VCC = 1.0 V with inputs referenced to GND or VCC, though static characteristics (VIH/VIL) are guaranteed from 1.2 V. Propagation delay increases to 40 ns at 1.2 V, and output drive strength decreases proportionally - suitable for low-speed control logic but not high-frequency clock distribution.

What is the purpose of the exposed thermal pad on the TSSOP14 package?

The exposed pad in SOT402-1 is thermally conductive but not electrically connected. It enhances heat dissipation from the die to the PCB copper plane. Nexperia specifies no electrical requirement to solder it; if soldered, it must remain floating or connect to VCC - never to GND - to avoid unintended current paths or thermal stress on the bond wires.

Does the 74LV04PW,112 support hot-swap or live-insertion?

No. While input clamp diodes allow limited overvoltage tolerance, the device lacks powered-off protection (Ioff) or bus-hold features. Applying input signals before VCC stabilization may cause excessive current flow through internal diodes, risking latch-up or parametric shift. Always power VCC before applying logic signals.

How does ground bounce affect system timing in multi-gate switching?

At VCC = 3.3 V and Tamb = 25 °C, typical ground bounce is <0.8 V during simultaneous switching of all six outputs. This transient can raise local GND potential, causing marginal LOW-level inputs to neighboring gates to misread as HIGH - mitigated by minimizing shared ground impedance, using local decoupling, and staggering output transitions where timing permits.