Nexperia USA Inc. 74LVC541AD,118
- Part No.:
- 74LVC541AD,118
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Package:
- 20-SOIC (0.295", 7.50mm Width)
- Datasheet:
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74LVC541AD,118.pdf
- Description:
- IC BUFFER NON-INVERT 3.6V 20SO
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Product details
Overview
74LVC541AD,118 from Nexperia is an octal 3-state buffer/line driver with dual output enables (OE1, OE2), 1.2 V to 3.6 V supply operation, 5.5 V tolerant inputs/outputs, and Schmitt-trigger inputs for noise immunity. It serves as a level translator in mixed-voltage systems (e.g., interfacing 3.3 V microcontrollers to 5 V peripherals) and supports partial power-down via IOFF circuitry.
For engineers reviewing the 74LVC541AD,118 datasheet, 74LVC541AD,118 pinout, 74LVC541AD,118 application, or 74LVC541AD,118 equivalent, key selection criteria include 5 V tolerance on all I/O pins, dual independent output enables, guaranteed operation from −40 °C to +125 °C, and SO20 package compatibility with legacy 74-series footprints.
Technical Context
This device implements eight non-inverting CMOS buffers with two separate active-low 3-state enable controls, allowing independent gating of two groups of outputs. Its IOFF circuitry actively disables outputs during power-down to prevent backflow current, meeting JEDEC JESD8-7A/5A/C and JESD36 standards across 1.65–3.6 V supply ranges.
Schmitt-trigger inputs provide hysteresis (typ. 0.3 V at VCC = 3.3 V), enabling robust operation with slow-rising signals such as mechanical switch inputs or long PCB traces. Propagation delay is 2.9 ns typical (VCC = 3.3 V), with enable/disable times under 7 ns, supporting high-speed bus buffering in industrial control and instrumentation interfaces.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Supply voltage | 1.2 V to 3.6 V - Enables direct interface with 1.8 V, 2.5 V, and 3.3 V logic domains without level shifters. |
| I/O voltage tolerance | −0.5 V to +5.5 V - Allows safe connection to 5 V buses while powered from 3.3 V or lower supplies. |
| Operating temperature | −40 °C to +125 °C - Qualified for under-hood automotive modules and industrial motor drives. |
| Propagation delay | 2.9 ns typ. (VCC = 3.3 V) - Supports >100 MHz data rates in synchronous bus applications. |
| IOFF leakage | ±10 μA max. (VCC = 0 V) - Prevents damaging back-current when one side of a bus is unpowered. |
| Input hysteresis | ~0.3 V (VCC = 3.3 V) - Rejects noise on slow-switching signals like reset lines or sensor outputs. |
| Output drive strength | ±24 mA (VCC = 3.0 V) - Drives 50 Ω transmission lines or multiple 74LVC inputs without external buffers. |
Pinout & Package
74LVC541AD,118 uses the SO20 (SOT163-1) plastic small outline package: 20-pin, 7.5 mm body width, 1.27 mm lead pitch, gull-wing leads. Pin 1 index located at top-left corner with notch marking orientation.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (OE1) | Active-low output enable 1 | Controls Y0–Y7 outputs; LOW enables, HIGH places outputs in high-impedance state. |
| 2–9 (A0–A7) | Data inputs | Non-inverting input terminals for corresponding Yn outputs; accept 0–5.5 V signals. |
| 10 (GND) | Ground reference | 0 V return path for all internal circuitry and I/O; must be connected to system ground plane. |
| 11–18 (Y0–Y7) | Buffered outputs | 3-state outputs mirroring A0–A7; driven only when OE1 and OE2 are both LOW. |
| 19 (OE2) | Active-low output enable 2 | Second enable input; both OE1 and OE2 must be LOW for outputs to drive. |
| 20 (VCC) | Power supply | Primary supply rail (1.2–3.6 V); decoupling capacitor (100 nF) required within 5 mm. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual independent output enables | OE1 and OE2 must both be asserted LOW to activate outputs - enables flexible bus arbitration and hot-swap isolation. |
| 5.5 V tolerant I/O | Inputs and outputs withstand up to +5.5 V regardless of VCC - eliminates need for external clamping diodes in mixed-voltage designs. |
| IOFF partial power-down | Outputs automatically enter high-Z when VCC = 0 V - prevents back-current damage during system sleep or hot-plug events. |
| Schmitt-trigger inputs | Hysteresis ≥0.3 V at 3.3 V supply - rejects EMI and contact bounce on control lines without external RC filtering. |
| JEDEC-compliant voltage ranges | Fully specified per JESD8-7A (1.65–1.95 V), JESD8-5A (2.3–2.7 V), and JESD8-C/JESD36 (2.7–3.6 V) - ensures interoperability across standard logic families. |
Applications
| Industrial PLC I/O Expansion | Automotive Body Control Module |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Isolating 3.3 V MCU GPIO from 5 V sensor bus in programmable logic controller backplane. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Non-inverting 3-state buffer with dual enables used to gate bidirectional data flow between processor and isolated CAN/LIN peripheral banks. Use Value: 5.5 V I/O tolerance allows direct connection to 5 V sensors; IOFF prevents backfeed when MCU resets or powers down. | Use Scenario: Driving 5 V dashboard display segments and LED indicators from a 3.3 V automotive microcontroller. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Octal line driver translating low-voltage control signals to higher-current 5 V loads with precise timing control. Use Value: ±24 mA drive capability at 3.0 V supply directly powers LEDs without external transistors; −40 °C to +125 °C rating meets AEC-Q100 Grade 1 requirements. |
| Test Equipment Signal Conditioning | Medical Diagnostic Interface Board |
Use Scenario: Buffering and isolating digital trigger and clock signals between FPGA-based acquisition unit and external DUT. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-skew, low-jitter buffer providing clean signal replication with sub-3 ns propagation delay and matched enable paths. Use Value: 2.9 ns typical tPD and <7 ns enable/disable times preserve signal integrity in high-speed test pattern generation. | Use Scenario: Interfacing low-power patient monitoring SoC (1.8 V core) to legacy 5 V analog front-end ICs in portable ECG module. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Voltage-level translator and bus driver ensuring safe, noise-immune communication across supply domains. Use Value: Schmitt-trigger inputs reject EMI from nearby RF circuits; 5 V tolerance avoids risk of latch-up when connecting to older 5 V medical subsystems. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar octal buffer applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| SN74LVC541APWRE4 | TSSOP20 package (SOT360-1), same electrical specs, 4.4 mm body width | Better thermal performance (10.0 mW/K derating above 100 °C) but requires finer-pitch PCB layout | Select for space-constrained boards needing improved power density and thermal dissipation. |
| 74LVC541ABQ,115 | DHVQFN20 package (SOT764-1), 2.5 × 4.5 × 0.85 mm, no leads, exposed thermal pad | Superior thermal resistance (12.9 mW/K derating above 111 °C) and smaller footprint than SO20 | Select for high-reliability embedded systems requiring minimal board area and enhanced thermal management. |
Compared with SN74LVC541APWRE4 and 74LVC541ABQ,115, the 74LVC541AD,118 offers legacy-compatible SO20 packaging ideal for through-hole prototyping, rework-friendly gull-wing leads, and proven manufacturability in wave-soldered industrial assemblies - making it optimal for cost-sensitive, high-volume production where board real estate and thermal constraints are secondary to assembly yield and field serviceability.
Availability
74LVC541AD,118 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial automation, automotive body electronics, and test equipment requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long product lifecycles.
Supply support for 74LVC541AD,118 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 delivering high-performance, reliable discrete, logic, and MOSFET solutions with focus on efficiency, reliability, and miniaturization.
The 74LVC541A series belongs to Nexperia's advanced LVC logic family, engineered for robust mixed-voltage interfacing in harsh environments - targeting industrial control, automotive subsystems, and instrumentation where signal integrity and power-down safety are critical.
FAQ
Can 74LVC541AD,118 operate with a 1.2 V supply and still tolerate 5 V inputs?
Yes. The device is fully specified from 1.2 V to 3.6 V supply, and its inputs are overvoltage tolerant up to +5.5 V regardless of VCC level. This allows safe interfacing of 1.2 V logic domains with legacy 5 V buses without external protection components.
What is the function of the dual output enables (OE1 and OE2)?
Both OE1 and OE2 must be driven LOW simultaneously to enable the Y0–Y7 outputs. If either enable is HIGH, all outputs enter high-impedance state. This dual-control architecture provides redundancy and enables hierarchical bus arbitration schemes in multi-master systems.
Does the SO20 package (SOT163-1) support automated optical inspection (AOI) after reflow?
Yes. The gull-wing leads of the SO20 package provide full solder joint visibility for AOI systems. Lead coplanarity is guaranteed ≤0.1 mm, and the 1.27 mm pitch meets IPC-A-610 Class 2/3 requirements for automated inspection and functional testing in high-reliability manufacturing.
How does the IOFF feature protect the device during partial power-down?
When VCC = 0 V, the IOFF circuitry disables all output drivers and isolates the I/O pins, limiting back-current to ±10 μA maximum. This prevents reverse current flow from powered 5 V buses into unpowered sections of the system - a critical safeguard in hot-swap and modular power architectures.
74LVC541AD,118 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Nexperia USA Inc.
- Series:
- 74LVC
- Package/Case:
- 20-SOIC (0.295", 7.50mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Logic Type:
- Buffer, Non-Inverting
- Number of Elements:
- 1
- Number of Bits per Element:
- 8
- Input Type:
- -
- Output Type:
- 3-State
- Current - Output High, Low:
- 24mA, 24mA
- Voltage - Supply:
- 1.2V ~ 3.6V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 20-SO
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