Nexperia USA Inc. 74LVC2G04GM,132

Overview

74LVC2G04GM,132 from Nexperia is a dual CMOS inverter IC with Schmitt-trigger inputs, operating from 1.65 V to 5.5 V supply, delivering ±24 mA output drive at 3.0 V, and featuring IOFF partial power-down protection. It enables level translation between 3.3 V and 5 V logic domains in space-constrained industrial control and portable interface circuits.

For engineers reviewing the 74LVC2G04GM,132 datasheet, 74LVC2G04GM,132 pinout, 74LVC2G04GM,132 application, or 74LVC2G04GM,132 equivalent, key selection criteria include its XSON6 (SOT886) 1.0 × 1.45 mm package, −40 °C to +125 °C temperature rating, 5.5 ns max propagation delay at 3.0 V, IOFF-enabled backflow prevention, and overvoltage-tolerant 5.5 V inputs.

Technical Context

This device implements two independent inverting buffers with hysteresis on all inputs, enabling robust operation with slow-rising or noisy signals. Its IOFF circuit actively disables outputs when VCC = 0 V, blocking current flow between powered and unpowered system domains.

The logic function is strictly inverting (L→H, H→L), with input thresholds scaled to VCC (e.g., VIH = 0.7VCC at 4.5–5.5 V), and output drive capability specified across the full 1.65–5.5 V supply range - supporting mixed-voltage board-level interfacing without external level shifters.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XSON6 plastic extremely thin small outline package (SOT886); no leads; 6 terminals; body dimensions 1.0 mm × 1.45 mm × 0.5 mm; thermal pad not present; moisture sensitivity level MSL3 per J-STD-020.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with SN74LVC2G04DBVR and 74LVC2G04GV,125, the 74LVC2G04GM,132 offers the smallest PCB footprint (1.45 mm²), lowest thermal resistance (3.3 mW/K derating above 74 °C), and guaranteed IOFF functionality per Rev. 13 datasheet - making it optimal for miniaturized, thermally constrained, and hot-swap-capable designs.

Availability

74LVC2G04GM,132 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial sensor interfaces, USB-C port controllers, portable display backlight management, and motor driver fault monitoring requiring stable component supply across automotive-adjacent temperature ranges.

Supply support for 74LVC2G04GM,132 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 global semiconductor expert focused on high-volume, high-reliability logic, discrete, and MOSFET components for industrial, computing, and consumer applications.

The 74LVC2G04 belongs to Nexperia's LVC (Low-Voltage CMOS) logic family, engineered for low-power, mixed-voltage interoperability and robust operation in thermally demanding embedded systems.

FAQ

Does 74LVC2G04GM,132 support true bidirectional level translation?

No. The 74LVC2G04GM,132 is a unidirectional inverter only - it translates logic levels from input to output but cannot pass signals in reverse. For bidirectional translation (e.g., I²C), dedicated bus switches like NX3P384 or PCA9306 are required. Its 5.5 V input tolerance enables one-way 5 V → 3.3 V or 3.3 V → 1.8 V translation when powered at the lower rail.

Can 74LVC2G04GM,132 drive a 50 pF load at 10 MHz without signal degradation?

Yes - with typical propagation delay of 2.7 ns and CPD = 13.5 pF at VCC = 3.3 V, the device maintains clean edges into 50 pF loads at 10 MHz. Measured tPLH/tPHL remains ≤5.5 ns under those conditions, and output drive (±24 mA) ensures <1 V overshoot/undershoot with proper PCB layout and local decoupling.

What is the minimum recommended decoupling capacitance for 74LVC2G04GM,132?

A 100 nF X7R ceramic capacitor placed within 2 mm of the VCC and GND pins is the minimum recommended decoupling. For systems with >5 inverters switching simultaneously or operating above 50 MHz, add a parallel 1 nF capacitor to suppress high-frequency noise. No bulk capacitance is required due to the device's low ICC (≤4 μA static).

Is the 74LVC2G04GM,132 pin-compatible with older 74LVC2G04 variants in different packages?

Yes - all 74LVC2G04 variants (GW, GV, GM, GN, GS, GX) share identical pin functions and logic behavior. Pin 1 = 1A, Pin 2 = GND, Pin 3 = 2A, Pin 4 = 2Y, Pin 5 = VCC, Pin 6 = 1Y. Mechanical compatibility requires matching land patterns (SOT886 for GM), but signal routing and firmware remain unchanged across package options.