Nexperia USA Inc. 74LVC2GU04GF,132

Overview

74LVC2GU04GF,132 from Nexperia is a dual unbuffered CMOS inverter IC operating from 1.65 V to 5.5 V supply, featuring overvoltage-tolerant inputs up to 5.5 V and ±24 mA output drive at 3.0 V. It enables level translation between 3.3 V and 5 V logic domains and supports operation across –40 °C to +125 °C. Used in crystal oscillator circuits and linear amplifier configurations.

For engineers reviewing the 74LVC2GU04GF,132 datasheet, 74LVC2GU04GF,132 pinout, 74LVC2GU04GF,132 application, or 74LVC2GU04GF,132 equivalent, key selection criteria include input voltage tolerance, propagation delay (as low as 0.3 ns at 4.5–5.5 V), output drive strength, thermal derating behavior per package, and unbuffered gate characteristics for analog use cases.

Technical Context

This device implements two independent unbuffered inverters-each with no internal buffering stage-enabling direct use in analog applications like crystal oscillators and linear amplifiers. Its rail-to-rail input tolerance and high noise immunity stem from CMOS process design and input clamping structures.

The logic function follows standard inverting truth table (L→H, H→L), with propagation delays specified across five VCC ranges and temperature extremes. Input transition rate requirements vary by supply voltage: ≤20 ns/V below 2.7 V and ≤10 ns/V above, ensuring reliable switching under fast-edge conditions.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XSON6 plastic extremely thin small outline package (no leads); 6-terminal surface-mount; body dimensions 1.0 × 1.0 × 0.35 mm (SOT1202). Pin 1 index located at lower-left corner beneath marking code.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with 74LVC2GU04GF,132, the buffered 74LVC2G04GF,132 sacrifices analog functionality for improved noise margin and output rise/fall symmetry, while SN74LVC2G04DBVR trades package miniaturization and thermal performance for broader distributor availability and through-hole-compatible reworkability.

Availability

74LVC2GU04GF,132 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial control interfaces, crystal oscillator modules, and mixed-voltage signal translation requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges.

Supply support for 74LVC2GU04GF,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 global semiconductor expert focused on high-volume, high-reliability logic, discrete, and MOSFET solutions, with leadership in automotive and industrial-grade components.

The 74LVC series delivers advanced low-voltage CMOS logic optimized for power efficiency, noise immunity, and interoperability across heterogeneous voltage domains in embedded systems.

FAQ

Can the 74LVC2GU04GF,132 be used in analog amplifier configurations?

Yes - its unbuffered gate structure allows linear-region operation when biased with appropriate feedback resistors. Typical open-loop gain is 20, with unity-gain bandwidth of 5 MHz and output swing of VCC − 1.5 V centered at 0.5×VCC, as validated in Nexperia's Application Information section (Fig. 8).

What is the maximum recommended operating frequency when used in a crystal oscillator?

No fixed maximum frequency is specified, as oscillator performance depends on crystal parameters, load capacitance, and PCB layout. However, the device's 5 MHz unity-gain bandwidth and sub-4 ns propagation delay at 5 V support fundamental-mode crystals up to several MHz with proper external component selection per Fig. 9.

Does the 74LVC2GU04GF,132 support 1.8 V operation with guaranteed timing?

Yes - it is fully specified from 1.65 V to 5.5 V. At 1.8 V, propagation delay is 2.3–5.0 ns (–40 to +85 °C) and 2.3–6.3 ns (–40 to +125 °C), with VIH ≥1.35 V and VIL ≤0.45 V, enabling reliable use in low-power 1.8 V systems.

How does the SOT1202 (XSON6) package affect thermal management?

The SOT1202 package has a thermal resistance θJA of approximately 190 K/W. Total power dissipation derates linearly at 3.3 mW/K above 74 °C ambient, limiting continuous operation to ~250 mW at 74 °C and ~150 mW at 104 °C - requiring careful thermal layout in high-density applications.