Texas Instruments SN74ACT7813-20DLR
- Part No.:
- SN74ACT7813-20DLR
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- FIFOs Memory
- Package:
- 56-BSSOP (0.295", 7.50mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
SN74ACT7813-20DLR.pdf
- Description:
- IC FIFO SYNC 64X18 13NS 56SSOP
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Product details
Overview
SN74ACT7813-20DLR from Texas Instruments is a 64-word × 18-bit clocked FIFO memory IC designed for asynchronous datapath buffering in high-speed digital systems. It supports independent read/write clocks up to 50 MHz, delivers 12 ns access time with 50-pF load, features synchronized input-ready (IR) and output-ready (OR) flags, and operates across 0°C to 70°C. It is used in bidirectional data bridging between mismatched clock domains in communication interfaces and bus arbitration logic.
For engineers reviewing the SN74ACT7813-20DLR datasheet, SN74ACT7813-20DLR pinout, SN74ACT7813-20DLR application, or SN74ACT7813-20DLR equivalent, key selection considerations include its 56-pin SSOP package, programmable almost-full/almost-empty flag offsets, half-full flag, dual-clock synchronization architecture, and compatibility with TI's Widebus™ family for width expansion without external logic.
Technical Context
The SN74ACT7813-20DLR implements a synchronous dual-port FIFO using advanced CMOS technology with independent write clock (WRTCLK) and read clock (RDCLK) domains. Its status flags-IR, OR, HF, and AF/AE-are fully synchronized to their respective clock edges, eliminating metastability in cross-domain handshaking.
It integrates on-chip write/read pointer logic, reset-synchronized flag initialization, and programmable AF/AE offset values (X/Y) via D0–D4 and PEN control. The FIFO supports bidirectional configuration and 36-bit word-width expansion using two devices, enabled by dedicated OE1/OE2 and WRTEN1/WRTEN2 control inputs without additional glue logic.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Memory Depth × Width | 64 words × 18 bits - provides 1,152-bit buffer capacity for burst-mode data alignment |
| Max Clock Frequency | 50 MHz - enables reliable operation in 20-ns timing grade systems (e.g., legacy PCI, VME, or custom parallel buses) |
| Access Time | 12 ns @ 50-pF load - ensures deterministic latency for real-time data streaming with simultaneous output switching |
| Supply Voltage | 4.5 V to 5.5 V - compatible with standard 5-V TTL/CMOS logic rails and industrial power margins |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C - qualified for commercial and industrial embedded applications without derating |
| Output Drive | 16 mA sink / –8 mA source - sufficient to drive multiple 5-V CMOS loads or terminated transmission lines |
| Flag Synchronization | IR synced to WRTCLK↑, OR synced to RDCLK↑ - eliminates setup/hold violations in asynchronous clock domain crossing |
Pinout & Package
Packaged in a 56-pin Shrink Small-Outline Package (SSOP-DL), 300-mil body width, 25-mil center-to-center lead pitch, RoHS-compliant NIPDAU finish, MSL Level-1.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| RESET (Pin 1) | Asynchronous reset input | Must be held low for ≥4 WRTCLK↑ and ≥4 RDCLK↑ edges to initialize IR, OR, HF = low and AF/AE = high |
| WRTCLK (Pin 25) | Write clock input | Rising-edge triggered; controls all write operations and synchronizes IR flag |
| RDCLK (Pin 32) | Read clock input | Rising-edge triggered; controls all read operations and synchronizes OR, HF, AF/AE flags |
| D0–D17 (Pins 2–14, 16–21, 12) | Data input bus | 18-bit parallel input port; D0–D4 used to program AF/AE offsets when PEN is active |
| Q0–Q17 (Pins 33–34, 36–38, 40–43, 45–49, 51, 53–55) | Data output bus | 18-bit tristatable output port; outputs valid data only when OE1=OE2=RDEN=low and OR=high |
| IR (Pin 28) | Input-ready flag output | Synchronized to WRTCLK↑; low = FIFO full, writes disabled; goes high on second WRTCLK↑ after reset |
| OR (Pin 29) | Output-ready flag output | Synchronized to RDCLK↑; low = FIFO empty, reads disabled; asserts high on third RDCLK↑ after first write |
| HF (Pin 22) | Half-full flag output | High when ≥32 words stored; useful for flow control in balanced throughput applications |
| AF/AE (Pin 24) | Programmable status flag | High when FIFO contains ≤X words (AE) or ≥(64–Y) words (AF); X/Y default to 8, programmable via PEN/D0–D4 |
| PEN (Pin 23) | Program enable input | Latched on WRTCLK↑ to capture D0–D4 as AE offset (X); second WRTCLK↑ captures AF offset (Y) |
| WRTEN1/WRTEN2 (Pins 27/26) | Write enable pair | Active-high WRTEN1 + active-low WRTEN2 required with IR high to enable write on WRTCLK↑ |
| RDEN (Pin 31) | Read enable input | Active-low; must be low with OE1/OE2 low and OR high to enable read on RDCLK↑ |
| OE1/OE2 (Pins 56/30) | Output enable pair | Both must be low (with RDEN low and OR high) to enable Q0–Q17 drivers; either high forces high-Z state |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Independent free-running clocks | WRTCLK and RDCLK may be fully asynchronous or coincident - eliminates need for clock domain synchronization logic |
| Programmable AF/AE flag | Customizable almost-full/almost-empty thresholds (X/Y = 0–31) via D0–D4 and PEN - enables precise buffer management in variable-rate systems |
| Bidirectional configuration support | Two SN74ACT7813-20DLR devices can be interconnected for full-duplex data flow without external gates - reduces BOM count and PCB area |
| Width expansion capability | Multiple devices can be stacked to implement 36-bit (or wider) FIFOs using shared clocks and flags - avoids multiplexer complexity |
| Output edge control (OEC™) | Patented TI circuitry dampens simultaneous switching noise on Q0–Q17 outputs - improves signal integrity in dense layouts |
Applications
| PCI Bus Bridge Buffering | Industrial Serial-to-Parallel Converter Interface |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Buffering data between PCI host and slower peripheral controller with mismatched clock domains. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Acts as a clock-domain crossing FIFO, absorbing burst transfers from 33-MHz PCI and releasing data at peripheral clock rate. Use Value: Prevents data loss during clock skew or frequency mismatch; IR/OR flags provide handshake signaling without external logic. | Use Scenario: Interfacing an RS-422 serial receiver to a parallel microcontroller bus operating at different timing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Stores serialized incoming bytes until full 18-bit word is assembled, then presents it synchronously to MCU on RDCLK. Use Value: Eliminates software polling or interrupt overhead; HF flag triggers DMA request at 50% fill level for efficient throughput. |
| Dual-Processor Memory Coherency Link | Legacy Video Frame Capture Buffer |
Use Scenario: Enabling deterministic data exchange between two independent processors running at different clock frequencies. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Provides isolated, depth-limited queue for command/status messages with synchronized IR/OR handshaking. Use Value: Guarantees atomic message delivery; programmable AF/AE allows tuning for latency vs. overflow safety trade-off. | Use Scenario: Capturing digitized video lines from analog front-end into frame buffer memory before processing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Temporarily stores 18-bit pixel data streams from ADC at pixel clock rate, releases to SDRAM controller at system clock. Use Value: Absorbs jitter between sampling and memory write clocks; 12-ns access time ensures no pipeline stall during back-to-back pixel bursts. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FIFO memory applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| SN74ACT7803-20DL | 64 × 9-bit depth; half the data width; identical pinout and timing | Requires two devices for 18-bit interface; higher board area and routing complexity | Select when 9-bit data path suffices or cost-per-bit optimization is critical |
| SN74ACT7805-20DL | 256 × 9-bit depth; 4× memory capacity but same 9-bit width; different pin assignment for flags | Not pin-compatible; requires PCB redesign; better suited for deep buffering with narrower bus | Choose for applications needing longer latency tolerance and deeper queueing, not direct replacement |
Compared with SN74ACT7803-20DL and SN74ACT7805-20DL, the SN74ACT7813-20DLR uniquely delivers native 18-bit width in a single device with full flag set and pin-to-pin compatibility to other -20 speed grade Widebus™ FIFOs - simplifying layout and reducing interconnect delay in wide-data-path systems.
Availability
SN74ACT7813-20DLR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial communications interfaces, legacy bus bridging, and embedded data acquisition systems requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.
Supply support for SN74ACT7813-20DLR 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
Texas Instruments is a global semiconductor leader specializing in analog, embedded processing, and logic solutions, with over 50 years of innovation in high-reliability digital interface components.
The SN74ACT7813-20DLR belongs to TI's Widebus™ family of high-speed FIFOs, engineered specifically for robust clock-domain crossing in industrial, telecom, and computing infrastructure where deterministic latency and flag-synchronized handshaking are essential.
FAQ
What is the maximum supported clock frequency for SN74ACT7813-20DLR?
The SN74ACT7813-20DLR is rated for up to 50 MHz on both WRTCLK and RDCLK inputs under recommended operating conditions (VCC = 4.5 V to 5.5 V, TA = 0°C to 70°C). This corresponds to a 20-ns minimum clock period and is validated per the 'ACT7813-20 speed grade in the SCAS199B datasheet. Operation beyond 50 MHz is not guaranteed and may violate setup/hold timing margins.
How does the AF/AE flag programming work on SN74ACT7813-20DLR?
After reset and before the first write, the SN74ACT7813-20DLR latches D0–D4 as the almost-empty offset (X) when PEN is low and WRTCLK rises. A second WRTCLK↑ with PEN low latches D0–D4 as the almost-full offset (Y). Default values are X = Y = 8. Programming disables writes until complete, and max value for either offset is 31.
Is SN74ACT7813-20DLR pin-compatible with other Widebus™ FIFOs?
Yes - the SN74ACT7813-20DLR is pin-to-pin compatible with SN74ACT7803 and SN74ACT7805 in the same DL (SSOP-56) package, sharing identical pin assignments for clocks, enables, flags, and I/O. However, data width (18-bit vs. 9-bit) and memory depth differ, so functional compatibility requires verification of system-level width and depth requirements.
What happens to output drivers during reset on SN74ACT7813-20DLR?
During RESET assertion, the SN74ACT7813-20DLR places Q0–Q17 outputs in high-impedance state regardless of OE1/OE2 levels. Output drivers remain disabled until OR goes high - which occurs on the third rising edge of RDCLK after the first valid word is written to an empty FIFO - ensuring no bus contention during initialization.
Does SN74ACT7813-20DLR support bidirectional data flow in a single device?
No - the SN74ACT7813-20DLR is a unidirectional FIFO (D0–D17 → Q0–Q17). Bidirectional operation requires two SN74ACT7813-20DLR devices configured per Figure 8 in the datasheet: one for transmit (host→peripheral), one for receive (peripheral→host), sharing clocks and control signals without external logic.
SN74ACT7813-20DLR Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Series:
- 74ACT
- Package/Case:
- 56-BSSOP (0.295", 7.50mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Memory Size:
- 1.125K (64 x 18)
- Function:
- Synchronous
- Data Rate:
- 50MHz
- Access Time:
- 13ns
- Voltage - Supply:
- 4.5 V ~ 5.5 V
- Current - Supply (Max):
- 400µA
- Bus Directional:
- Uni-Directional
- Expansion Type:
- Width
- Programmable Flags Support:
- Yes
- Retransmit Capability:
- No
- FWFT Support:
- No
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 70°C
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 56-SSOP
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