NXP Semiconductors 74LVC00APW/AUJ

Overview

74LVC00APW/AUJ from Nexperia is a quad 2-input NAND gate logic IC operating from 1.2 V to 3.6 V supply, featuring overvoltage-tolerant inputs up to 5.5 V and Schmitt-trigger inputs for noise immunity. It enables level translation between 3.3 V and 5 V systems and delivers propagation delays as low as 0.5 ns at 3.3 V in TSSOP14 package.

For engineers reviewing the 74LVC00APW/AUJ datasheet, 74LVC00APW/AUJ pinout, 74LVC00APW/AUJ application, or 74LVC00APW/AUJ equivalent, key selection considerations include input voltage tolerance, propagation delay across VCC range, thermal performance in TSSOP14, and compatibility with JEDEC JESD8-7A/5A/C standards for mixed-voltage digital interfaces.

Technical Context

The 74LVC00APW/AUJ implements four independent CMOS NAND gates with Schmitt-trigger inputs, enabling robust operation with slow-rising or noisy signals. Its input structure supports direct interfacing to both 3.3 V CMOS and 5 V TTL logic families without external level shifters.

Designed for industrial temperature range (−40 °C to +125 °C), it complies with JEDEC standards JESD8-7A (1.65–1.95 V), JESD8-5A (2.3–2.7 V), and JESD8-C/JESD36 (2.7–3.6 V), ensuring interoperability across multiple supply domains in embedded control and interface subsystems.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

TSSOP14 package (SOT402-1): plastic thin shrink small outline, 14-lead, body width 4.4 mm, 0.65 mm pitch, lead-to-lead width 4.4 mm, height 1.2 mm.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar quad 2-input NAND gate applications.

Compared with SN74LVC00APWR and 74AHC00PW,118, the 74LVC00APW/AUJ uniquely supports 1.2 V operation and 5.5 V input tolerance in the same package - critical for mixed-voltage board designs where supply rail flexibility and legacy interface robustness are non-negotiable.

Availability

74LVC00APW/AUJ is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial control logic, microcontroller I/O expansion, power sequencing control, and test equipment signal gating requiring stable component supply across extended temperature and mixed-voltage environments.

Supply support for 74LVC00APW/AUJ 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, discrete, and MOSFET solutions, with leadership in automotive and industrial power efficiency.

The 74LVC00APW/AUJ belongs to Nexperia's LVC (Low-Voltage CMOS) logic family, engineered for energy-efficient, mixed-voltage digital interfacing in space-constrained industrial and computing applications.

FAQ

What supply voltage range does the 74LVC00APW/AUJ support?

The 74LVC00APW/AUJ operates from 1.2 V to 3.6 V, with full functionality including input thresholds and output drive specified across this entire range. This enables use in ultra-low-power systems like battery-operated sensors and ensures compatibility with modern low-voltage microcontrollers. The device remains functional even at the 1.2 V lower limit, unlike many competing logic families that require ≥1.65 V.

Can the 74LVC00APW/AUJ accept 5 V input signals safely?

Yes, the 74LVC00APW/AUJ features overvoltage-tolerant inputs rated to 5.5 V regardless of VCC level. This allows direct connection to 5 V TTL or legacy logic outputs without external clamping diodes or level-shifting circuitry - a key differentiator versus standard LVC or AHC devices whose inputs are limited to VCC + 0.3 V.

Does the 74LVC00APW/AUJ have Schmitt-trigger inputs, and why does it matter?

Yes, all four inputs of the 74LVC00APW/AUJ incorporate Schmitt-trigger action, providing hysteresis that rejects noise and accommodates slow input transitions. This is essential for reliable operation with mechanical switches, thermistor-based sensors, or long PCB traces where signal edges degrade - eliminating the need for external RC filtering or firmware debouncing routines.

What is the maximum propagation delay of the 74LVC00APW/AUJ at 3.3 V?

At VCC = 3.3 V and −40 °C to +125 °C, the 74LVC00APW/AUJ guarantees a maximum propagation delay (tpd) of 5.1 ns for any gate. Typical delay is 2.0 ns under the same conditions. This performance enables use in high-speed digital control loops, address decoding, and clock-domain synchronization where sub-10 ns timing margins are required.

Is the 74LVC00APW/AUJ qualified for automotive applications?

No, the 74LVC00APW/AUJ is not automotive-qualified. It is specified for industrial temperature range (−40 °C to +125 °C) but lacks AEC-Q100 qualification, automotive-grade screening, or guaranteed PPAP documentation. For automotive use, Nexperia offers the pin-compatible 74LVC00APW-Q100 variant, which undergoes additional stress testing and lot traceability per automotive requirements.