Nexperia USA Inc. 74LVC06APW,118

Overview

74LVC06APW,118 from Nexperia is a hex inverter IC with six independent open-drain outputs, designed for level translation between 3.3 V and 5 V logic domains, supporting supply voltages from 1.2 V to 5.5 V, operating across –40 °C to +125 °C, and compliant with JEDEC JESD8-7A/5A/C and JESD36 standards for mixed-voltage interfacing.

For engineers reviewing the 74LVC06APW,118 datasheet, 74LVC06APW,118 pinout, 74LVC06APW,118 application, or 74LVC06APW,118 equivalent, this device serves as a robust voltage-level translator and wired-OR logic builder in I²C bus pull-up, GPIO expansion, and mixed-supply interface circuits where low-power CMOS compatibility and 5 V-tolerant inputs are required.

Technical Context

The 74LVC06APW implements six identical inverting buffers, each with an open-drain output stage enabling active-LOW wired-OR and active-HIGH wired-AND configurations when multiple outputs share a common pull-up resistor. Its input structure accepts 5 V signals while powered from as low as 1.2 V, eliminating external level-shifting components.

Each gate operates with propagation delays as low as 0.5 ns (typ.) at VCC = 4.5–5.5 V and supports dynamic switching up to 200 MHz (estimated from tPLH/tPHL ≤ 3.5 ns max), with static input thresholds defined per JEDEC voltage-tier standards (e.g., VIH = 0.7 × VCC at 4.5–5.5 V) and guaranteed VOL ≤ 0.55 V at IO = 32 mA.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

TSSOP14 plastic thin shrink small outline package (SOT402-1); 14-lead, 4.4 mm body width, 0.65 mm lead pitch; thermally enhanced for industrial ambient operation.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar hex inverter with open-drain applications.

Compared with SN74LVC06APWR and 74AHC06PW,118, the 74LVC06APW,118 uniquely combines 5 V input tolerance, true open-drain outputs, and ultra-low ICC (≤10 μA), making it the sole choice for mixed-voltage wired-OR bus design and low-quiescent-power level translation.

Availability

74LVC06APW,118 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial automation interfaces, I²C bus expansion, and mixed-voltage GPIO control requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.

Supply support for 74LVC06APW,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 focused on high-volume, high-reliability logic, analog, and MOSFET solutions, serving automotive, industrial, and consumer markets with ISO/TS 16949-certified manufacturing.

The 74LVC06A belongs to Nexperia's LVC (Low-Voltage CMOS) logic family, engineered specifically for robust mixed-voltage interfacing and low-power operation in space-constrained industrial and communications equipment.

FAQ

Can 74LVC06APW,118 drive a standard I²C bus directly?

Yes - its open-drain outputs, 5 V-tolerant inputs, and guaranteed VOL ≤ 0.55 V at 32 mA allow direct connection to I²C SDA/SCL lines with appropriate pull-up resistors. Propagation delay ≤3.5 ns ensures timing compliance up to 400 kHz standard-mode operation, and the –40 °C to +125 °C rating supports industrial bus environments.

What is the minimum supply voltage for reliable operation?

The 74LVC06APW,118 is fully specified down to 1.2 V VCC, with functional operation confirmed per Table 5 (Recommended Operating Conditions). At 1.2 V, VIH is guaranteed ≥1.08 V and VOL ≤0.12 V (IO = 100 μA), enabling use with ultra-low-power microcontrollers and energy-harvesting systems.

Is external pull-up resistance required on all outputs?

Yes - every open-drain output (pins 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12) requires an external pull-up resistor to a valid voltage rail (e.g., 3.3 V or 5 V) to establish HIGH logic state. Pull-up value depends on bus capacitance and speed; typical I²C use employs 2.2 kΩ to 10 kΩ resistors.

Does 74LVC06APW,118 support hot-swap or live-insertion?

No - the device lacks explicit hot-swap protection features such as power-on reset, I²C bus hold, or slew-rate control. While its 5 V-tolerant inputs tolerate overvoltage during insertion, GND and VCC must be sequenced before applying input signals to avoid latch-up or excessive ICC per Absolute Maximum Ratings (Table 4).