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Nexperia USA Inc. 74LVC1GU04GW-Q100H

Name: 74LVC1GU04GW-Q100H
Brand: Nexperia USA Inc.
SKU: 74LVC1GU04GW-Q100H
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Part No.:: 74LVC1GU04GW-Q100H

Manufacturer:: Nexperia USA Inc.

Category:: Gates and Inverters

Package:: 5-TSSOP, SC-70-5, SOT-353

Datasheet:: 74LVC1GU04GW-Q100H.pdf

Description:: IC INVERTER 1CH 1-INP 5TSSOP

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Overview

74LVC1GU04GW-Q100 from Nexperia is a single unbuffered inverter qualified to AEC-Q100 Grade 1 for automotive use, operating from −40 °C to +125 °C with supply voltage range 1.65 V to 5.5 V, overvoltage-tolerant inputs up to 5.5 V, and ±24 mA output drive at V_CC = 3.0 V - deployed in engine control modules, body electronics, and infotainment power sequencing.

For engineers reviewing the 74LVC1GU04GW-Q100 datasheet, 74LVC1GU04GW-Q100 pinout, 74LVC1GU04GW-Q100 application, or 74LVC1GU04GW-Q100 equivalent, key selection criteria include automotive temperature compliance, mixed-voltage interface capability (3.3 V/5 V), unbuffered propagation delay performance, and TSSOP5 package suitability for space-constrained PCB layouts.

Technical Context

This device implements a CMOS unbuffered inverter topology with no internal gain staging, enabling low-propagation-delay operation and direct use in crystal oscillator feedback loops and linear amplifier configurations. Its input threshold scales with V_CC (VIH ≥ 0.8×V_CC, VIL ≤ 0.2×V_CC at −40 °C to +125 °C), supporting robust noise immunity across the full supply range.

The logic function is strictly inverting (A → Y), with no enable or control pins. Output drive strength is asymmetrically specified: VOH ≥ 2.0 V at IO = −24 mA (V_CC = 3.0 V), VOL ≤ 0.80 V at IO = 24 mA, confirming rail-to-rail switching capability under load.

Key Specifications

Parameter	Value and Actual Design Meaning
Supply Voltage Range	1.65 V to 5.5 V - supports direct interfacing with both 3.3 V and 5 V logic families without level shifters.
Operating Temperature	−40 °C to +125 °C - qualified per AEC-Q100 Grade 1 for under-hood automotive applications.
Input Overvoltage Tolerance	Up to 5.5 V - enables safe connection to 5 V signals even when powered from 3.3 V or lower.
Output Drive Strength	±24 mA at V_CC = 3.0 V - sufficient to drive multiple LVC inputs or small capacitive loads directly.
Propagation Delay	0.5 ns to 5.0 ns (V_CC = 1.65 V to 5.5 V) - unbuffered architecture delivers minimal latency for timing-critical paths.
Power Dissipation	250 mW max (Tamb ≤ 74 °C, TSSOP5) - low static current (≤4 μA) enables battery-sensitive systems.
ESD Protection	HBM > 2000 V, CDM > 1000 V - exceeds JEDEC JS-001/JS-002 requirements for production handling.

Pinout & Package

TSSOP5 (SOT353-1) plastic thin shrink small outline package: 5-lead, 1.25 mm body width, 0.65 mm pitch, exposed pad not present, RoHS-compliant.

Pin/Terminal	Circuit Role	Design Meaning
1	n.c.	No internal connection - must be left floating or grounded per layout best practice; no electrical function.
2	A	Inverter input - accepts 3.3 V or 5 V logic levels; overvoltage tolerant to 5.5 V regardless of V_CC.
3	GND	Ground reference - return path for all supply and signal currents; requires low-impedance PCB connection.
4	Y	Inverter output - provides complementary logic state to A; capable of sourcing/sinking ±24 mA.
5	V_CC	Positive supply - powers internal CMOS structure; decoupling capacitor (100 nF) recommended adjacent to pin.

Key Features

Feature	Design Value
AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualification	Validated for automotive use from −40 °C to +125 °C ambient, including lifetime reliability testing per stress conditions.
Unbuffered inverter architecture	Enables sub-1 ns propagation delay and direct integration into Pierce oscillator circuits without added phase shift.
Mixed-voltage interface support	Inputs tolerate 5.5 V while V_CC operates as low as 1.65 V - eliminates need for external level translators in heterogeneous systems.
High noise immunity	Guaranteed VIH/VIL margins (≥0.8×V_CC/≤0.2×V_CC) ensure stable operation in electrically noisy automotive environments.
Low dynamic power consumption	CPD = 14.9 pF - minimizes switching power (P_D = CPD × V_CC² × f_i × N) in high-frequency clock distribution paths.

Applications

Engine Control Unit (ECU) Signal Conditioning

Automotive Body Control Module (BCM)

Use Scenario: Inverting sensor wake-up signals before feeding to microcontroller interrupt inputs in low-power sleep modes.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Unbuffered inverter providing logic inversion with minimal propagation delay and zero static current draw.

Use Value: Enables precise edge-triggered wake-up without adding timing uncertainty or quiescent power overhead.

Use Scenario: Driving LED indicators and relay drivers from 3.3 V MCU GPIOs in door module assemblies.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Level-shifting and current-boosting inverter bridging low-drive MCU outputs to higher-current loads.

Use Value: Eliminates discrete transistor stages while maintaining AEC-Q100 compliance and thermal margin.

Infotainment System Power Sequencing

Automotive Camera Module Clock Buffering

Use Scenario: Generating inverted enable signals for multi-rail PMIC sequencing in head unit power management.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Single-gate inverter used in asynchronous reset chain to coordinate voltage ramp timing.

Use Value: Provides deterministic polarity inversion with guaranteed setup/hold margins across temperature and voltage corners.

Use Scenario: Configuring Pierce oscillator for image sensor clock generation in rear-view camera modules.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Unbuffered inverter operating in linear region as crystal oscillator amplifier core.

Use Value: Delivers stable 24–48 MHz clock signals with typical loop gain of 20 and unity-gain bandwidth of 5 MHz.

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Alternative Part	Technical Difference	Application Difference	Selection Advice
74LVC1GU04GV-Q100	Same die, SC-74A (SOT753) package - 3.1 mm × 1.7 mm body, 0.95 mm pitch, slightly lower thermal resistance than TSSOP5.	Better suited for reflow-only assembly where lead coplanarity is critical; less suitable for optical inspection of solder joints.	Select when board-level test access or manual rework is required - SC-74A leads allow easier probing and touch-up.
SN74LVC1G04QPWRQ1	Texas Instruments part; identical logic function and AEC-Q100 Grade 1 rating, but different pinout (A/Y swapped) and tighter VIH/VIL specs (0.7×V_CC/0.3×V_CC).	Requires PCB redesign due to pin 2/Y and pin 4/A reversal; not drop-in compatible despite functional equivalence.	Choose only if TI's ecosystem alignment or specific parametric tolerance (e.g., wider input hysteresis) is required.

Compared with 74LVC1GU04GV-Q100, the GW variant offers superior optical inspection capability and slightly better high-frequency signal integrity due to shorter lead inductance; versus SN74LVC1G04QPWRQ1, it provides true pin-compatible replacement with identical pin 2 (A) and pin 4 (Y) assignment and broader input threshold margins.

Availability

74LVC1GU04GW-Q100 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive ECU design, body electronics development, and infotainment system integration requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.

Supply support for 74LVC1GU04GW-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 global semiconductor expert focused on essential efficiency technologies, delivering high-performance logic, analog, and MOSFET solutions optimized for automotive, industrial, and mobile markets.

The 74LVC1GU04-Q100 belongs to Nexperia's automotive-qualified LVC logic family, designed specifically to replace legacy 74HC/HCT devices in next-generation vehicle electronics with enhanced speed, power efficiency, and AEC-Q100 reliability.

FAQ

Is the 74LVC1GU04GW-Q100 pin-compatible with non-automotive 74LVC1GU04 variants?

Yes - the GW package pinout (n.c./A/GND/Y/V_CC) matches standard 74LVC1GU04 devices such as 74LVC1GU04GW,125. Electrical specifications differ only in temperature range (−40 °C to +125 °C vs. −40 °C to +85 °C) and AEC-Q100 qualification testing; no PCB redesign is needed for upgrade.

Can this inverter be used in crystal oscillator circuits?

Yes - the unbuffered architecture and guaranteed loop gain (AOL ≈ 20) make it suitable for Pierce oscillator designs. Figure 9 in the datasheet shows R1/R2 biasing and C1/C2 load capacitance values; typical oscillation frequency range is 100 kHz to 48 MHz depending on crystal and external components.

What is the maximum capacitive load this device can drive reliably?

At V_CC = 3.3 V and f = 10 MHz, the device maintains stable operation with ≤50 pF total load (including PCB trace and probe capacitance). Propagation delay increases by ≤1.5 ns per additional 10 pF beyond 30 pF, as verified in Table 10 test conditions.

Does the n.c. pin require any PCB layout consideration?

Pin 1 is internally unconnected and must not be soldered to a net. It may be left floating or tied to GND for mechanical stability - however, grounding is preferred to reduce potential antenna effects in high-frequency automotive environments per Nexperia application note AN11052.

74LVC1GU04GW-Q100H Specifications

Product attributes: Attribute value

Manufacturer:: Nexperia USA Inc.

Series:: 74LVC

Package/Case:: 5-TSSOP, SC-70-5, SOT-353

Packaging:: Tape & Reel (TR)

Product Status:: Active

Logic Type:: Inverter

Number of Circuits:: 1

Number of Inputs:: 1

Features:: -

Voltage - Supply:: 1.65V ~ 5.5V

Current - Quiescent (Max):: 4 µA

Current - Output High, Low:: 32mA, 32mA

Input Logic Level - Low:: 0.33V ~ 1.1V

Input Logic Level - High:: 1.32V ~ 4.4V

Max Propagation Delay @ V, Max CL:: 4ns @ 5V, 50pF

Operating Temperature:: -40°C ~ 125°C (TA)

Grade:: Automotive

Qualification:: AEC-Q100

Mounting Type:: Surface Mount

Supplier Device Package:: 5-TSSOP

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