STMicroelectronics 74VHC126TTR
- Part No.:
- 74VHC126TTR
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Package:
- 14-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
74VHC126TTR.pdf
- Description:
- IC BUF NON-INVERT 5.5V 14TSSOP
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Product details
Overview
74VHC126TTR from STMicroelectronics is a quad 3-state bus buffer IC with symmetrical output drive (±8 mA), 3.8 ns typical propagation delay at 5 V, and 2 V to 5.5 V operating voltage range. It features power-down input protection (0–7 V tolerant), high noise immunity (28% VCC), and ESD robustness (2 kV). Used in voltage-level translation between 3 V and 5 V logic domains in industrial control backplanes.
For engineers reviewing the 74VHC126TTR datasheet, 74VHC126TTR pinout, 74VHC126TTR application, or 74VHC126TTR equivalent, key selection criteria include 3-state enable timing (tPZL/tPLZ ≤ 6.0 ns at 5 V), input overvoltage tolerance, rail-to-rail input compatibility, and TSSOP-14 thermal performance in dense PCB layouts.
Technical Context
The 74VHC126TTR implements four independent non-inverting buffers, each with an active-low 3-state enable (G) controlling output impedance. All inputs accept voltages up to 7 V regardless of VCC, enabling safe hot-swap and mixed-voltage interfacing.
Its C2MOS process delivers balanced tPLH ≅ tPHL propagation delays and low dynamic noise (VOLP ≤ 0.8 V), critical for clean signal integrity in synchronous bus architectures with multiple drivers sharing common data lines.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Propagation Delay (tPD) | 3.8 ns typ. at VCC = 5 V, CL = 15 pF - enables >100 MHz bus operation with margin |
| Supply Voltage Range | 2 V to 5.5 V - supports dual-rail systems (3.3 V/5 V) without level shifters |
| Output Drive Strength | ±8 mA min. - drives standard TTL loads and ≥10 CMOS inputs at full speed |
| Input Voltage Tolerance | −0.5 V to +7.0 V - allows safe interfacing with higher-voltage peripherals or floating inputs |
| Quiescent Current (ICC) | 4 µA max. at TA = 25°C - suitable for low-power standby modes in battery-backed systems |
| ESD Immunity | 2 kV HBM - meets IEC 61000-4-2 Level 2 for board-level robustness |
| Operating Temperature | −55°C to +125°C - qualified for extended industrial and automotive under-hood environments |
Pinout & Package
TSSOP-14 package: 4.4 mm × 5.0 mm body, 0.65 mm pitch, 1.05 mm max height, lead-free and RoHS-compliant.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1, 4, 10, 13 | G1–G4 (Active-Low Enable) | Each controls one buffer's 3-state output; low = enabled, high = high-Z |
| 2, 5, 9, 12 | A1–A4 (Data Inputs) | Accept 0–7 V regardless of VCC; internally clamped with diodes |
| 3, 6, 8, 11 | Y1–Y4 (Data Outputs) | Non-inverting buffered outputs; high-Z when corresponding G is high |
| 7 | GND | Ground reference for all I/O and internal logic; decoupling required near pin |
| 14 | VCC | Positive supply (2–5.5 V); powers internal logic and output drivers |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Input Overvoltage Tolerance | Supports 0–7 V input signals independent of VCC - eliminates external clamping diodes in mixed-voltage interconnects |
| Symmetrical Output Drive | IOH = IOL = 8 mA min. - ensures matched rise/fall times and reduced bus skew |
| Low Dynamic Noise | VOLP ≤ 0.8 V at CL = 50 pF - minimizes ground bounce during simultaneous switching |
| Power-Down Input Protection | Inputs remain functional and non-damaging even with VCC = 0 V - enables hot-plug capability |
| High Noise Immunity | VNIH/VNIL = 28% VCC min. - rejects >1.4 V noise on 5 V buses and >0.84 V on 3.3 V buses |
Applications
| Industrial PLC Backplane Interface | Automotive Body Control Module (BCM) |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Bidirectional data routing across isolated 3.3 V microcontroller and 5 V sensor interface cards in modular I/O racks. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Quad buffer isolates voltage domains while maintaining timing-critical address/data bus integrity during hot-swap events. Use Value: Input overvoltage tolerance prevents latch-up during card insertion; 3.8 ns tPD ensures cycle-accurate sampling at 25 MHz bus clock. | Use Scenario: Level-shifting between 3.3 V CAN controller and 5 V analog multiplexer in centralized lighting control units. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Non-inverting buffer with 3-state control enables shared analog bus arbitration without signal contention. Use Value: −55°C to +125°C rating matches under-hood thermal requirements; 2 kV ESD withstand protects against assembly handling discharge. |
| Medical Diagnostic Equipment Data Bus | Test & Measurement Instrumentation |
Use Scenario: Interfacing FPGA-based acquisition logic (3.3 V) to legacy 5 V ADC/DAC modules in portable ultrasound front-ends. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Enables deterministic 3-state control of multi-drop data paths during calibration and data capture phases. Use Value: Balanced tPLH/tPHL reduces jitter-induced sampling error; low ICC supports battery-operated runtime extension. | Use Scenario: Signal conditioning path in benchtop oscilloscope trigger subsystem where multiple 3.3 V logic sources drive a common 5 V comparator input. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Provides noise-immune fanout with precise enable timing to synchronize trigger event capture. Use Value: 28% VCC noise margin suppresses false triggers from switching noise; VOLP ≤ 0.8 V maintains clean threshold crossing. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar quad 3-state buffer applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| SN74LVC126APW | Lower VCC range (1.65–3.6 V); no 5 V tolerance on inputs | Restricted to 3.3 V-only systems; unsuitable for 5 V interfacing | Select only if full system operates at ≤3.6 V and input overvoltage is not required |
| 74LCX126MTCX | Higher ICC (10 µA typ.); supports 3.3 V → 5 V translation via I/O-tolerant inputs but lacks 7 V absolute max rating | Marginally lower noise immunity (20% VCC); limited to commercial temperature range (0–70°C) | Choose when cost sensitivity outweighs extended temp and ESD requirements |
Compared with SN74LVC126APW and 74LCX126MTCX, the 74VHC126TTR uniquely combines 0–7 V input tolerance, −55°C to +125°C operation, and 2 kV ESD in a single TSSOP-14 package-making it the only option for ruggedized mixed-voltage industrial interfaces requiring guaranteed hot-swap resilience.
Availability
74VHC126TTR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial PLC backplanes, automotive body control modules, medical diagnostic data buses, and test & measurement instrumentation requiring stable component supply across extended temperature and mixed-voltage conditions.
Supply support for 74VHC126TTR 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
STMicroelectronics is a global semiconductor leader headquartered in Geneva, designing and manufacturing microcontrollers, power management ICs, sensors, and analog/mixed-signal devices for industrial, automotive, and consumer markets.
The 74VHC logic family targets high-speed, low-power, and robust interface solutions for mixed-voltage digital systems-emphasizing rail-to-rail input tolerance, ESD resilience, and extended temperature reliability.
FAQ
Can the 74VHC126TTR safely interface a 5 V microcontroller with a 3.3 V FPGA?
Yes. Its inputs tolerate 0–7 V regardless of VCC, and its outputs swing rail-to-rail within the applied VCC (2–5.5 V). With VCC = 3.3 V, it drives FPGA inputs at valid LVTTL levels; with VCC = 5 V, it accepts 5 V MCU outputs directly-no external level shifters needed.
What is the maximum capacitive load the 74VHC126TTR can drive while maintaining 3.8 ns propagation delay?
The 3.8 ns typical tPD is specified at CL = 15 pF and VCC = 5 V. At CL = 50 pF, tPD increases to 5.3 ns. For designs requiring ≤4 ns delay, total load-including PCB trace capacitance and connected inputs-must stay below ~20 pF.
Does the 74VHC126TTR support hot-swap insertion when VCC is unpowered?
Yes. Power-down protection allows all inputs to accept 0–7 V signals even when VCC = 0 V, preventing damage or back-powering. This enables safe hot-plug into live backplanes, provided current-limiting resistors are used on outputs driving powered circuits.
How does the 74VHC126TTR's noise immunity compare to standard 74HC126 devices?
It provides higher noise immunity: VNIH/VNIL = 28% VCC (min) versus 30% VCC for 74HC126. At 5 V, this equals 1.4 V noise margin-exceeding typical 74HC series (1.0–1.2 V)-due to tighter input threshold design and C2MOS process optimization.
74VHC126TTR Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Series:
- 74VHC
- Package/Case:
- 14-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Logic Type:
- Buffer, Non-Inverting
- Number of Elements:
- 4
- Number of Bits per Element:
- 1
- Input Type:
- -
- Output Type:
- 3-State
- Current - Output High, Low:
- 8mA, 8mA
- Voltage - Supply:
- 2V ~ 5.5V
- Operating Temperature:
- -55°C ~ 125°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 14-TSSOP
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
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Return procedure for 74VHC126TTR:
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