Texas Instruments SN74ALVCH16240DL
- Part No.:
- SN74ALVCH16240DL
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Package:
- 48-BSSOP (0.295", 7.50mm Width)
- Datasheet:
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SN74ALVCH16240DL.pdf
- Description:
- IC BUFFER INVERT 3.6V 48SSOP
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Product details
Overview
SN74ALVCH16240DL from Texas Instruments is a 16-bit inverting buffer/driver with 3-state outputs, designed for 1.65-V to 3.6-V VCC operation. It features four independent 4-bit sections, each with active-low output-enable (OE) control, bus-hold circuitry on all data inputs, and symmetrical propagation delay (tpd ≤ 5.3 ns at VCC = 2.5 V). It is used in memory address buffering, clock distribution, and high-density bus interfacing in industrial and embedded systems.
For engineers reviewing the SN74ALVCH16240DL datasheet, SN74ALVCH16240DL pinout, SN74ALVCH16240DL application, or SN74ALVCH16240DL equivalent, key selection criteria include its 48-pin SSOP (DL) package, -40°C to 85°C operating range, ±24 mA output drive capability at 3 V, bus-hold input retention, and compatibility with mixed-voltage LVTTL/ALVC logic families.
Technical Context
This device implements four independent 4-bit inverting buffers, each with dedicated active-low OE control (1OE–4OE), enabling granular bus isolation. All 16 data inputs feature integrated bus-hold circuitry-eliminating external pullup/pulldown resistors-and support 1.65-V to 3.6-V supply operation with VIH/VIL thresholds scaled to VCC.
Output switching is characterized by matched enable/disable timing: tdis ≤ 5.4 ns and ten ≤ 6.4 ns (VCC = 2.5 V), while propagation delay tpd remains ≤ 5.3 ns across all voltage rails. The design complies with JESD 17 latch-up immunity (>250 mA) and exceeds 2000-V HBM ESD protection per MIL-STD-883.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCC Range | 1.65 V to 3.6 V - supports mixed-voltage system interfacing and low-power operation down to 1.65 V. |
| Output Drive | ±24 mA at VCC = 3 V - sufficient to drive 50-pF loads with fast edge rates in dense PCB layouts. |
| Propagation Delay | ≤5.3 ns at VCC = 2.5 V - ensures tight timing alignment across 16-bit data paths in high-speed address or control buses. |
| Bus-Hold Current | ±75 µA at VCC = 3 V - actively retains valid logic state on floating inputs without external components. |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +85°C - qualified for industrial-grade embedded and automation applications. |
| IOZ (Off-State Leakage) | ±10 µA at VCC = 3.6 V - minimizes power loss and signal crosstalk when outputs are in high-impedance state. |
| Input Capacitance | 6 pF per data input - reduces capacitive loading on upstream drivers and improves signal integrity. |
Pinout & Package
SN74ALVCH16240DL uses a 48-pin Shrink Small-Outline Package (SSOP, DL), 12.6 mm × 6.2 mm body, 0.5-mm lead pitch, 1.2-mm max height, JEDEC MO-153 compliant.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1OE–4OE (Pins 1, 24, 25, 48) | Active-low output-enable control | Each enables/disables one 4-bit buffer section; tied high via pullup for safe power-up high-Z state. |
| 1A1–4A4 (Pins 47,46,44,43,41,40,38,37,36,35,33,32,30,29,27,26) | Data inputs | All 16 inputs include bus-hold circuitry; no external biasing required for unused pins. |
| 1Y1–4Y4 (Pins 2,3,5,6,8,9,11,12,13,14,16,17,19,20,22,23) | Inverting buffered outputs | Outputs invert input logic; tri-state when corresponding OE is high; drive ±24 mA at 3 V. |
| VCC (Pins 7, 21, 31, 42) | Power supply | Four distributed VCC pins reduce IR drop and improve noise immunity across wide 16-bit bus. |
| GND (Pins 4, 10, 15, 28, 34, 39) | Ground reference | Six GND pins provide low-inductance return paths and minimize ground bounce in high-speed switching. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Bus-hold inputs | Eliminates need for external pullup/pulldown resistors on all 16 A-inputs, reducing BOM count and layout area. |
| Wide VCC range | 1.65 V to 3.6 V operation enables interoperability between 1.8-V, 2.5-V, and 3.3-V logic domains without level shifters. |
| Matched enable/disable timing | ten ≤ 6.4 ns and tdis ≤ 5.4 ns (VCC = 2.5 V) ensure deterministic bus release and acquisition windows. |
| High ESD/latch-up robustness | 2000-V HBM ESD rating and >250 mA latch-up immunity support reliable operation in noisy industrial environments. |
| Distributed power/ground | Four VCC and six GND pins minimize supply impedance and suppress simultaneous switching noise across 16-bit channels. |
Applications
| Memory Address Buffering | Industrial Bus Transceiver |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Driving 16-bit address lines from a microcontroller to multiple SRAM or flash devices on a shared bus. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Inverting 3-state buffer providing isolation, fanout expansion, and controlled bus release timing. Use Value: Enables clean address decoding with <5.3 ns propagation delay and eliminates external bus-termination resistors via integrated bus-hold. |
Use Scenario: Interfacing PLC I/O modules to a central controller over a noise-prone backplane bus. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Direction-controlled driver/receiver with active-low OE for bidirectional bus arbitration. Use Value: Delivers ±24 mA drive strength and -40°C to +85°C operation for stable signal integrity in harsh factory environments. |
| Low-Voltage Clock Distribution | Embedded System Power Sequencing |
|
Use Scenario: Distributing a 1.8-V system clock to multiple peripherals requiring synchronized enable control. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Inverting buffer with per-section OE allowing staggered clock enable to reduce inrush current. Use Value: Supports 1.65-V minimum VCC and delivers sub-6 ns delay, ensuring jitter-free clock fanout in battery-powered designs. |
Use Scenario: Controlling power-on reset sequencing of multiple voltage rails using GPIO-controlled enable signals. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Logic-level translator and signal conditioner converting MCU GPIO outputs into isolated, high-drive enable signals. Use Value: Bus-hold inputs prevent floating states during MCU boot, and 3-state outputs allow dynamic reconfiguration of enable routing. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar 16-bit inverting buffer applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| SN74LVC16240ADGGR | Non-bus-hold inputs; 1.65–3.6-V VCC; identical pinout and function but requires external pullups on unused inputs. | Suitable where board space allows discrete biasing or where bus-hold is not required for reliability. | Select when cost sensitivity outweighs need for bus-hold; verify input biasing in floating scenarios. |
| 74ALVCH16244DLR | Non-inverting output polarity; same VCC range, bus-hold, and 48-pin SSOP package; otherwise identical timing and drive. | Used where signal inversion must be avoided in address/data paths or when matching legacy non-inverting designs. | Choose when functional inversion conflicts with system logic; no PCB change needed beyond OE logic adjustment. |
Compared with SN74ALVCH16240DL, SN74LVC16240ADGGR lacks bus-hold (increasing BOM and layout complexity), while 74ALVCH16244DLR provides identical performance with non-inverting outputs-making it a direct functional substitute where polarity matters.
Availability
SN74ALVCH16240DL is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial automation, embedded memory subsystems, and low-voltage clock distribution requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and RoHS-compliant packaging.
Supply support for SN74ALVCH16240DL 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 decades of experience in high-reliability industrial and automotive IC design.
The SN74ALVCH16240DL belongs to TI's Widebus™ family of high-density bus-interface logic, engineered specifically to improve timing predictability, noise immunity, and board-level integration in memory, clock, and bus-oriented systems.
FAQ
What is the recommended power-up sequence for SN74ALVCH16240DL?
TI specifies that OE pins must be held high (via pullup resistor to VCC) during power-up to guarantee outputs remain in high-impedance state until VCC stabilizes. For SN74ALVCH16240DL, tie each of pins 1, 24, 25, and 48 to VCC through ≥10-kΩ resistors. This prevents bus contention before system initialization completes.
Does SN74ALVCH16240DL support mixed-voltage operation between inputs and VCC?
Yes - SN74ALVCH16240DL accepts input voltages from 0 V to VCC (VI = 0 to VCC), and its VIH/VIL thresholds scale with VCC (e.g., VIH = 0.65×VCC at 1.65 V). This allows safe interfacing with 1.8-V or 2.5-V drivers while powered from 3.3-V rails, provided VCC remains within 1.65–3.6 V.
How does bus-hold functionality work on SN74ALVCH16240DL inputs?
SN74ALVCH16240DL integrates weak feedback transistors on all 16 A-inputs. When an input floats, the bus-hold circuit sources or sinks up to ±75 µA (at VCC = 3 V) to retain the last-valid logic state. This eliminates external resistors and prevents metastability in unconnected or unterminated traces.
Can SN74ALVCH16240DL replace SN74ALVCH16244DL in a design?
No - SN74ALVCH16240DL provides inverting outputs, while SN74ALVCH16244DL is non-inverting. Swapping them would invert all 16 data bits. However, SN74ALVCH16244DL is a verified pin-compatible alternative if inversion is undesirable; both share identical VCC range, bus-hold, timing, and package.
What thermal considerations apply to SN74ALVCH16240DL in continuous operation?
SN74ALVCH16240DL has a DL-package θJA of 94°C/W. At full 16-bit switching with 24-mA loads, worst-case power dissipation is ~40 mW (ICC) + ~16 mW (IOL-driven), totaling ~56 mW - resulting in <6°C junction rise above ambient. No heatsink is required, but ensure ≥25 mm² copper pour under the package for optimal conduction cooling.
SN74ALVCH16240DL Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Series:
- 74ALVCH
- Package/Case:
- 48-BSSOP (0.295", 7.50mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Bulk
- Product Status:
- Active
- Logic Type:
- Buffer, Inverting
- Number of Elements:
- 4
- Number of Bits per Element:
- 4
- Input Type:
- -
- Output Type:
- 3-State
- Current - Output High, Low:
- 24mA, 24mA
- Voltage - Supply:
- 1.65V ~ 3.6V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 48-SSOP
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