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onsemi 74VHC08N

Name: 74VHC08N
Brand: onsemi
SKU: 74VHC08N
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Part No.:: 74VHC08N

Manufacturer:: onsemi

Category:: Gates and Inverters

Package:: 14-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm)

Datasheet:: 74VHC08N.pdf

Description:: IC GATE AND 4CH 2-INP 14MDIP

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Overview

74VHC08N from onsemi is a quad 2-input AND gate IC in SOIC-14 package, operating from 2.0 V to 5.5 V supply, delivering 4.3 ns typical propagation delay at 5.0 V and supporting 5 V/3 V mixed-voltage system interfacing with input tolerance up to 5.5 V independent of V_CC.

For engineers reviewing the 74VHC08N datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection considerations include its CMOS-compatible speed/power trade-off, input overvoltage protection for battery-backup systems, noise immunity (28% V_CC), and compatibility with 74HC08 logic families.

Technical Context

The 74VHC08N implements four independent AND gates using silicon-gate CMOS technology, each with buffered output stages to ensure high noise immunity and stable switching. Its input protection circuit allows safe application of 0 V–5.5 V signals regardless of supply voltage, enabling robust level translation between 3 V and 5 V domains.

It features power-down protection on all inputs, low dynamic noise (V_OLP ≤ 0.8 V), and operates across −40 °C to +85 °C. The device meets Pb-free, halogen-free, and RoHS compliance requirements without performance compromise.

Key Specifications

Parameter	Value and Actual Design Meaning
Supply Voltage Range	2.0 V to 5.5 V - supports dual-supply systems and battery backup without level shifters
Propagation Delay (t_PD)	4.3 ns (typ.) at V_CC = 5.0 V, C_L = 15 pF - enables high-speed digital control in timing-critical logic paths
Input Voltage Tolerance	−0.5 V to +6.5 V - permits safe interface with higher-voltage peripherals or floating inputs
Noise Immunity	V_NIH/V_NIL ≥ 28% V_CC - ensures reliable operation in electrically noisy industrial environments
Output Drive	±8 mA at V_CC = 4.5 V - sufficient to drive multiple CMOS loads or small capacitive traces
Quiescent Current (I_CC)	2.0 µA (max.) at V_CC = 5.5 V - enables ultra-low-power standby in portable and battery-powered designs

Pinout & Package

74VHC08N is supplied in a 14-pin SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit) package per case 751A, with standard 1.27 mm pitch and JEDEC-compliant footprint. Pin 1 is marked by a notch or beveled corner.

Pin/Terminal	Circuit Role	Design Meaning
1, 2, 4, 5, 8, 9, 12, 13	A_n, B_n Inputs	Four independent AND gate inputs (A0/B0 through A3/B3); each pair drives one gate
3, 6, 10, 11	O_n Outputs	Four independent AND gate outputs (O0 through O3); rail-to-rail CMOS swing
7	GND	Ground reference for all logic and power domains; must be connected to system ground plane
14	V_CC	Positive supply rail (2.0–5.5 V); decoupling capacitor required within 10 mm of this pin

Key Features

Feature	Design Value
High-speed CMOS architecture	4.3 ns t_PD at 5 V - matches TTL speed while retaining CMOS power efficiency
Input overvoltage tolerance	0 V to 5.5 V input range regardless of V_CC - eliminates need for external clamping in mixed-voltage interfaces
Power-down input protection	Inputs remain protected when V_CC = 0 V - prevents latch-up or damage during hot-insertion or partial power-down
Pb-free and RoHS compliant	Halogen-free/BFR-free construction - meets global environmental compliance mandates without derating
Pin/function compatibility	Fully compatible with 74HC08 - allows drop-in replacement in existing HC-based designs

Applications

Industrial Control Logic	Portable Device Power Sequencing
Use Scenario: Discrete logic in PLC I/O modules requiring noise-immune signal gating before microcontroller input sampling. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Quad AND gate performing enable/disable logic for sensor read cycles and actuator trigger conditions. Use Value: 28% V_CC noise margin ensures reliable operation near motor drives and relay coils without added filtering.	Use Scenario: Battery-backed real-time clock (RTC) enable logic that activates only when both main power and backup battery are present. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Two-input AND gate verifying dual power presence before releasing reset to RTC IC. Use Value: Input tolerance up to 5.5 V allows direct connection to unregulated battery rails without voltage dividers.
Automotive Body Controller	Test Equipment Signal Conditioning
Use Scenario: Door lock/unlock arbitration logic where two independent switch inputs must coincide to activate solenoid driver. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Single AND gate acting as coincidence detector in safety-critical door control path. Use Value: −40 °C to +85 °C operating range and 4.3 ns delay support deterministic response under automotive thermal cycling.	Use Scenario: Digital pattern generator output gating to isolate test signals during calibration phases. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Quad gate array used to mask or pass stimulus waveforms based on test mode register bits. Use Value: Low 0.8 V dynamic output noise (V_OLP) prevents false triggering of downstream comparators or ADC reference monitors.

Industrial Control Logic

Portable Device Power Sequencing

Use Scenario: Discrete logic in PLC I/O modules requiring noise-immune signal gating before microcontroller input sampling.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Quad AND gate performing enable/disable logic for sensor read cycles and actuator trigger conditions.

Use Value: 28% V_CC noise margin ensures reliable operation near motor drives and relay coils without added filtering.

Use Scenario: Battery-backed real-time clock (RTC) enable logic that activates only when both main power and backup battery are present.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Two-input AND gate verifying dual power presence before releasing reset to RTC IC.

Use Value: Input tolerance up to 5.5 V allows direct connection to unregulated battery rails without voltage dividers.

Automotive Body Controller

Test Equipment Signal Conditioning

Use Scenario: Door lock/unlock arbitration logic where two independent switch inputs must coincide to activate solenoid driver.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Single AND gate acting as coincidence detector in safety-critical door control path.

Use Value: −40 °C to +85 °C operating range and 4.3 ns delay support deterministic response under automotive thermal cycling.

Use Scenario: Digital pattern generator output gating to isolate test signals during calibration phases.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Quad gate array used to mask or pass stimulus waveforms based on test mode register bits.

Use Value: Low 0.8 V dynamic output noise (V_OLP) prevents false triggering of downstream comparators or ADC reference monitors.

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar quad 2-input AND gate applications.

Alternative Part	Technical Difference	Application Difference	Selection Advice
74HC08D	Slower t_PD (15 ns typ. at 5 V), higher I_CC (20 µA max.), same SOIC-14 pinout	Lower speed margin; less suitable for >10 MHz clocked logic but adequate for static control	Select 74HC08D only if cost sensitivity outweighs speed/power requirements and legacy stock exists
SN74LVC08APWR	Wider V_CC range (1.65–5.5 V), lower t_PD (3.8 ns typ.), 3.3 V optimized, TSSOP-14 only	Not pin-compatible with 74VHC08N SOIC-14; requires PCB redesign but offers better 3.3 V system integration	Choose SN74LVC08APWR for new 3.3 V designs needing lowest propagation delay and smallest footprint

Compared with 74HC08D and SN74LVC08APWR, the 74VHC08N delivers optimal balance of speed (4.3 ns), wide supply range (2.0–5.5 V), SOIC-14 availability, and proven mixed-voltage interoperability-making it ideal for legacy upgrades and industrial designs where layout reuse and voltage flexibility are critical.

Availability

74VHC08N is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial control logic, portable device power sequencing, automotive body controllers, and test equipment signal conditioning requiring stable component supply and long-term manufacturability.

Supply support for 74VHC08N 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

onsemi (formerly ON Semiconductor) is a global semiconductor supplier specializing in energy-efficient power management, analog, logic, and sensing solutions for automotive, industrial, and cloud infrastructure markets.

The 74VHC08N belongs to the VHC (Very High Speed CMOS) logic family, designed to deliver TTL-compatible speed with CMOS power efficiency for general-purpose digital logic in space-constrained, thermally demanding, and mixed-voltage applications.

FAQ

What is the maximum input voltage rating for the 74VHC08N?

The 74VHC08N supports DC input voltages from −0.5 V to +6.5 V, independent of V_CC. This allows safe interfacing with 5 V signals even when powered from 3.3 V or 2.5 V supplies-critical for mixed-voltage system design without external level shifters. The internal input protection circuit prevents damage under these conditions.

Is the 74VHC08N pin-compatible with the 74HC08?

Yes, the 74VHC08N is pin- and function-compatible with the 74HC08. Both share identical SOIC-14 pinout, truth table, and logic behavior. However, the 74VHC08N offers faster propagation delay (4.3 ns vs. 15 ns typ. at 5 V) and lower quiescent current (2 µA vs. 20 µA max.), making it a direct performance upgrade in existing HC-based layouts.

What is the operating temperature range of the 74VHC08N?

The 74VHC08N is rated for continuous operation from −40 °C to +85 °C. This extended industrial temperature range ensures reliable functionality in harsh environments such as factory automation controllers, automotive body modules, and outdoor instrumentation-without derating or thermal mitigation.

Does the 74VHC08N require external pull-up or pull-down resistors on unused inputs?

Yes. Per the datasheet's Recommended Operating Conditions, unused inputs on the 74VHC08N must be held HIGH or LOW-never left floating-to prevent increased ICC, oscillation, or undefined output states. A 10 kΩ pull-up to V_CC or pull-down to GND is recommended for stability in noise-prone systems.

What package type is used for the 74VHC08N part number specifically?

The 74VHC08N uses the SOIC-14 (Small Outline Integrated Circuit, 14-pin) package per case outline 751A. It is distinct from the TSSOP-14 variants (e.g., 74VHC08MTCX) and features a 3.9 mm body width, 1.27 mm lead pitch, and JEDEC-standard footprint for automated assembly and rework compatibility.

74VHC08N Specifications

Product attributes: Attribute value

Manufacturer:: onsemi

Series:: 74VHC

Package/Case:: 14-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm)

Packaging:: Tube

Product Status:: Obsolete

Logic Type:: AND Gate

Number of Circuits:: 4

Number of Inputs:: 2

Features:: -

Voltage - Supply:: 2V ~ 5.5V

Current - Quiescent (Max):: 2 µA

Current - Output High, Low:: 8mA, 8mA

Input Logic Level - Low:: 0.5V

Input Logic Level - High:: 1.5V

Max Propagation Delay @ V, Max CL:: 7.9ns @ 5V, 50pF

Operating Temperature:: -40°C ~ 85°C

Grade:: -

Qualification:: -

Mounting Type:: Through Hole

Supplier Device Package:: 14-MDIP

74VHC08N FAQ

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6.How does Aetrix verify that 74VHC08N is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?

All 74VHC08N products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that 74VHC08N meets industry standards.

7.What is the process for return or replacement of 74VHC08N?

All 74VHC08N units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with 74VHC08N, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:

1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.

2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.

3.The 74VHC08N part is unused and in its original packaging.

Return procedure for 74VHC08N:

1.Submit a request within 90 days.

2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.

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