Nexperia USA Inc. 74LVC06APW-Q100J

Overview

74LVC06APW-Q100 from Nexperia is an automotive-grade hex inverter with six independent open-drain outputs, designed for level translation between 1.2 V–5.5 V logic domains and wired-OR/AND bus interfacing. It operates across -40 °C to +125 °C, supports 5 V-tolerant inputs, and delivers propagation delays as low as 1.5 ns at 5 V. Used in automotive body control modules for I²C pull-up and reset signal conditioning.

For engineers reviewing the 74LVC06APW-Q100 datasheet, 74LVC06APW-Q100 pinout, 74LVC06APW-Q100 application, or 74LVC06APW-Q100 equivalent, key selection criteria include open-drain drive capability (32 mA sink at 4.5 V), AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualification, wide V_CC range (1.2–5.5 V), and input voltage compatibility with both 3.3 V and 5 V systems.

Technical Context

This device implements six independent CMOS inverting buffers with high-impedance (OFF-state) and LOW-level output states controlled solely by input logic level. Each gate follows a strict truth table: input HIGH yields output high-impedance; input LOW yields output LOW.

Its open-drain architecture enables direct connection of multiple outputs to a common bus with external pull-up, supporting active-LOW wired-OR and active-HIGH wired-AND logic functions without contention. Input clamping diodes and 5 V tolerance allow safe interfacing with legacy 5 V TTL and CMOS systems while powered from lower supply rails.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

TSSOP14 plastic thin shrink small outline package (SOT402-1); 14-lead, 4.4 mm body width; exposed pad not electrically connected; RoHS-compliant, lead-free finish.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with SN74LVC06AQPWRQ1, this Nexperia part offers identical functionality with different logistics traceability; versus 74LVC06ABQ-Q100, it trades package size and thermal efficiency for broader assembly compatibility in legacy TSSOP lines.

Availability

74LVC06APW-Q100 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive body electronics, industrial I²C subsystems, and LIN/CAN interface circuits requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and AEC-Q100 compliance.

Supply support for 74LVC06APW-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 leading Dutch semiconductor manufacturer specializing in high-volume, high-reliability logic, analog, and discrete components for automotive, industrial, and consumer markets.

The 74LVC06A-Q100 belongs to Nexperia's automotive-qualified LVC logic family, engineered specifically for robust mixed-voltage interfacing in harsh environment ECUs where reliability, low power, and wide V_CC range are mandatory.

FAQ

Can 74LVC06APW-Q100 drive a 10 kΩ pull-up resistor on a 5 V I²C bus?

Yes. With 32 mA sink capability at 4.5 V, it easily pulls the bus to <0.55 V under 10 kΩ load (0.5 V typical), satisfying I²C fast-mode VOL spec. Rise time remains within 1 μs due to low output capacitance (7.2 pF) and minimal propagation skew.

Is V_CC required to be present for input pins to tolerate 5 V?

Yes. The 5 V input tolerance is only guaranteed when V_CC is powered within 1.2 V–5.5 V. With V_CC = 0 V, absolute maximum input voltage is ±0.5 V; applying 5 V in power-off state risks damage unless clamped externally.

Does this device support hot insertion into a live 3.3 V bus?

No. While inputs are 5 V tolerant, the device lacks power-on reset or input protection during V_CC ramp-up. Hot insertion may cause metastability or latch-up if inputs transition before V_CC stabilizes above 1.2 V - use sequenced power or buffer isolation in hot-swap systems.

What is the maximum clock frequency achievable using this inverter in an oscillator configuration?

Not recommended. Open-drain outputs cannot form a stable ring oscillator without external feedback components and pull-ups; propagation delay variation (1.5–3.5 ns) and lack of hysteresis make reliable oscillation unachievable. Use dedicated oscillator ICs instead.