Nexperia USA Inc. 74LVC3GU04GM,125

Overview

74LVC3GU04GM,125 from NXP Semiconductors is a triple unbuffered inverter IC in a 8-pin XSON package, operating from 1.65 V to 5.5 V supply, with ±24 mA output drive, propagation delay of 2.1 ns at 3.3 V, and designed for level-shifting and signal conditioning in low-voltage digital logic interfaces.

For engineers reviewing the 74LVC3GU04GM,125 datasheet, 74LVC3GU04GM,125 pinout, 74LVC3GU04GM,125 application, or 74LVC3GU04GM,125 equivalent, key selection criteria include supply voltage range compatibility, output drive strength for capacitive bus loading, propagation delay budget in timing-critical paths, and XSON-8 thermal and board-space constraints.

Technical Context

This device integrates three independent CMOS inverters on a single die, each with rail-to-rail input thresholds and push-pull outputs. It supports mixed-voltage interfacing between 1.8 V, 2.5 V, 3.3 V, and 5 V logic domains without external biasing.

The unbuffered architecture eliminates internal staging, minimizing added delay and enabling precise edge timing control. Input hysteresis is absent, confirming purely complementary CMOS switching behavior per gate.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 8-pin XSON (2 × 1.35 mm, 0.5 mm pitch), ultra-thin profile (0.35 mm max height), thermally enhanced bottom-exposed pad.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with SN74LVC3G04DCUR, the 74LVC3GU04GM,125 saves 58% board area and improves thermal dissipation; versus 74AUP3G04GW, it delivers 38% lower propagation delay at the cost of 3× higher static current.

Availability

74LVC3GU04GM,125 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for USB interface design, industrial sensor signal conditioning, and automotive LIN node implementation requiring stable component supply and long-term manufacturability.

Supply support for 74LVC3GU04GM,125 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

NXP Semiconductors is a global semiconductor company headquartered in Eindhoven, Netherlands, focused on secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT markets.

The 74LVC logic family targets high-speed, low-voltage general-purpose digital interfacing, emphasizing pin compatibility, wide supply tolerance, and robust ESD performance for system-level integration.

FAQ

Is the 74LVC3GU04GM,125 suitable for 5 V TTL input interfacing?

Yes. With V_IL ≤ 0.3×V_CC and V_IH ≥ 0.7×V_CC, the device accepts 5 V TTL logic levels when operated at V_CC = 5 V. Input thresholds scale with supply, ensuring reliable recognition of 2.0 V high and 0.8 V low TTL thresholds.

Does this part require external pull-up resistors on inputs?

No. All inputs are standard CMOS with high-impedance, no internal pull-up or pull-down. External biasing is only needed if floating inputs must be held in a defined state-this is a system-level design decision, not a device requirement.

Can the outputs be paralleled for higher drive strength?

No. Paralleling outputs is not recommended. The device lacks output enable control or guaranteed matching delay/impedance between gates. Doing so risks shoot-through current and violates Absolute Maximum Ratings for output short-circuit duration.

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

At V_CC = 3.3 V, the device maintains <3 ns propagation delay up to 50 pF load. For loads exceeding 50 pF, delay increases linearly (~15 ps/pF), and rise/fall times degrade; derating is required beyond 75 pF for timing-critical use.