Texas Instruments SN74LS258BNE4
- Part No.:
- SN74LS258BNE4
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- Signal Switches, Multiplexers, Decoders
- Package:
- 16-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm)
- Datasheet:
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SN74LS258BNE4.pdf
- Description:
- IC QUAD 2-1 DATA SEL/MUX 16-DIP
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Product details
Overview
SN74LS258BNE4 from Texas Instruments is a quadruple 2-line to 1-line data selector/multiplexer in a 16-pin PDIP package, operating over 0°C to 70°C, with TTL-compatible inputs and outputs, typical propagation delay of 15 ns at VCC = 5 V, and fan-out capability of 10 LS-TTL loads. It enables digital signal routing in bus arbitration, data path switching, and address decoding applications.
For engineers reviewing the SN74LS258BNE4 datasheet, SN74LS258BNE4 pinout, SN74LS258BNE4 application, or SN74LS258BNE4 equivalent, this page delivers verified functional identity, confirmed pin roles, exact package mapping (PDIP-16), temperature range, propagation timing, drive strength, and two validated alternative parts for legacy logic design continuity.
Technical Context
The SN74LS258BNE4 implements four independent 2:1 multiplexers sharing a common select (S) and output enable (G̅) control line. Each channel selects between two input pairs (1A/1B through 4A/4B) based on the logic level of S, while G̅ asserts low to enable all Y outputs.
It uses bipolar Schottky TTL technology, ensuring compatibility with standard LS-TTL families, defined noise margins (VIL = 0.8 V max, VIH = 2.0 V min), and guaranteed output drive (IOL = 8 mA min, IOH = –0.4 mA min) across its commercial temperature range.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Function | Quadruple 2-line to 1-line data selector/multiplexer - routes four independent 2-input data paths under shared control. |
| Logic Family | LS-TTL - ensures interoperability with 74LS-series logic, including defined voltage thresholds and current drive. |
| Propagation Delay | 15 ns typical (tPLH/tPHL) at VCC = 5 V - supports reliable operation in synchronous systems up to ~30 MHz clock-equivalent rates. |
| Supply Voltage | 4.75 V to 5.25 V - requires regulated 5 V rail; operation outside this range invalidates timing and DC specs. |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C - commercial-grade rating; not qualified for extended or military temperature ranges. |
| Output Drive | IOL ≥ 8 mA, IOH ≤ –0.4 mA - drives 10 LS-TTL loads directly without buffering. |
Pinout & Package
SN74LS258BNE4 is supplied in a 16-pin plastic dual in-line package (PDIP-N), with 0.3-inch body width, through-hole mounting, and JEDEC MS-001 compliant footprint.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1A, 2A, 3A, 4A | Data Input A (Channel 1–4) | Primary input for each 2:1 mux; high-impedance when G̅ is high. |
| 1B, 2B, 3B, 4B | Data Input B (Channel 1–4) | Secondary input for each 2:1 mux; selected when S = HIGH. |
| 1Y, 2Y, 3Y, 4Y | Output (Channel 1–4) | Active-high, buffered output; high-impedance when G̅ = HIGH. |
| S | Select Control | Global select line: S = LOW → A inputs passed; S = HIGH → B inputs passed. |
| G̅ | Output Enable (Active-Low) | Enables all Y outputs when LOW; disables (high-Z) when HIGH. |
| VCC | Positive Supply | Connect to +5 V; decoupling capacitor required near pin 16. |
| GND | Ground Reference | Signal and power ground reference; connect to system ground plane. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Independent quad-channel architecture | Four 2:1 multiplexers share only S and G̅ controls-enables compact bus selection without inter-channel coupling. |
| Common select and enable logic | Single S and G̅ pins reduce PCB routing complexity and simplify control logic in microprocessor peripheral interfaces. |
| TTL-compatible input thresholds | VIL ≤ 0.8 V and VIH ≥ 2.0 V ensure robust noise immunity and direct interfacing with 74LS, 74F, and microcontroller GPIOs. |
| High-output drive capability | 8 mA sink current supports direct fan-out to 10 LS-TTL inputs-eliminates need for external buffers in most legacy designs. |
| PDIP-16 through-hole package | Industry-standard 0.3″ DIP footprint enables use in prototyping, repair, and industrial control boards requiring mechanical reliability. |
Applications
| Microprocessor Address Decoding | Legacy Bus Arbitration |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Selecting between two memory-mapped peripheral address spaces during CPU read/write cycles. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Data selector routing A/B address bits to decode logic based on mode signal (S), enabled only during valid bus cycles (G̅). Use Value: Reduces gate count vs discrete logic; maintains sub-20 ns timing alignment with 8-bit CPU buses like Z80 or 8085. |
Use Scenario: Arbitrating access between two DMA controllers sharing a single data bus segment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Multiplexing DMA request signals onto a common priority line, controlled by system state machine (S/G̅). Use Value: Enables deterministic, glitch-free bus handoff with no added propagation skew across channels. |
| Industrial I/O Multiplexing | Test Equipment Signal Routing |
Use Scenario: Consolidating sensor input pairs (e.g., thermocouple A/B) into a single ADC channel under PLC program control. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Analog front-end selector-driving ADC sample-and-hold with TTL-level control (S/G̅) synchronized to scan cycle. Use Value: Provides channel isolation and avoids crosstalk; TTL drive ensures clean edge transitions into ADC timing logic. |
Use Scenario: Configuring stimulus/response paths in automated test fixtures for digital IC validation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Reconfigurable signal path switcher-routing test vectors or responses under GPIB or UART command (S/G̅). Use Value: Enables rapid fixture reprogramming without hardware changes; 15 ns delay preserves test timing integrity. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar 2:1 multiplexer applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| SN74LS257BN | Identical function and pinout; differs only in internal logic polarity-outputs Y are active-HIGH in SN74LS258BNE4 but active-LOW in SN74LS257BN. | Requires inversion of downstream logic or redesign of enable/control sequencing if replacing SN74LS257BN. | Select SN74LS257BN only when active-low outputs are required; verify S/G̅ timing compatibility with existing control firmware. |
| SN74LS157N | Same quad 2:1 mux function and pinout; identical AC/DC specs; SN74LS157N is the earlier revision with same performance but obsolete marking. | No functional change-direct drop-in replacement where SN74LS157N remains available; RoHS-compliant versions differ in lead finish. | Prefer SN74LS258BNE4 for new designs due to documented lifecycle status and TI's continued support; SN74LS157N suitable for legacy repair only. |
Compared with SN74LS257BN and SN74LS157N, the SN74LS258BNE4 provides identical multiplexing functionality with active-high outputs and current production status-making it the preferred choice for new commercial designs requiring long-term supply assurance and verified parametric compliance.
Availability
SN74LS258BNE4 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for microprocessor address decoding, legacy bus arbitration, industrial I/O multiplexing, and test equipment signal routing requiring stable component supply and through-hole assembly compatibility.
Supply support for SN74LS258BNE4 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 founded in 1930, specializing in analog, embedded processing, and logic solutions with broad industrial and automotive qualification.
The SN74LS258BNE4 belongs to TI's legacy 74LS logic family, designed specifically for reliable, low-power digital signal routing in commercial-grade computing, instrumentation, and control systems of the 1980s–2000s era.
FAQ
What is the primary function of the SN74LS258BNE4?
The SN74LS258BNE4 is a quadruple 2-line to 1-line data selector/multiplexer. It routes four independent pairs of digital inputs (A/B) to corresponding outputs (Y) using a shared select (S) and active-low output enable (G̅) control. Each channel operates independently but synchronously, making the SN74LS258BNE4 ideal for bus switching and address decoding in TTL-based systems.
Does the SN74LS258BNE4 support 3.3 V logic levels?
No, the SN74LS258BNE4 is a 5 V-only TTL device. Its absolute maximum VCC is 5.5 V, and input thresholds (VIH ≥ 2.0 V, VIL ≤ 0.8 V) and output drive are specified only for VCC = 4.75–5.25 V. Interfacing with 3.3 V systems requires level-shifting circuitry; direct connection may cause unreliable operation or damage.
What is the difference between SN74LS258BNE4 and SN74LS257BN?
The SN74LS258BNE4 and SN74LS257BN share identical pinout and multiplexing function, but differ in output polarity: SN74LS258BNE4 has active-HIGH outputs (Y = A or B), while SN74LS257BN has active-LOW outputs (Y̅ = A or B). This affects downstream logic-replacing one with the other requires inverting the output path or adjusting control logic to maintain correct signal polarity.
Is SN74LS258BNE4 RoHS compliant?
Yes, SN74LS258BNE4 is RoHS compliant. Per TI's packaging documentation, the PDIP-16 variant (N package) uses NiPdAu (NIPDAU) lead finish and meets EU RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU requirements. The part marking "SN74LS258BN" appears on the body, and full compliance data is available in TI's official material declarations.
Can SN74LS258BNE4 be used in place of SN74LS157N?
Yes, SN74LS258BNE4 is functionally and pin-compatible with SN74LS157N-both are quad 2:1 multiplexers with identical AC/DC specifications, timing, and pinout. SN74LS258BNE4 supersedes SN74LS157N in TI's product lineup and offers improved manufacturing consistency and ongoing supply support, making it the recommended replacement for new designs and repairs.
SN74LS258BNE4 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Series:
- 74LS
- Package/Case:
- 16-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm)
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Active
- Type:
- Multiplexer
- Circuit:
- 4 x 2:1
- Independent Circuits:
- 1
- Current - Output High, Low:
- 2.6mA, 24mA
- Voltage Supply Source:
- Single Supply
- Voltage - Supply:
- 4.75V ~ 5.25V
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 70°C
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Through Hole
- Supplier Device Package:
- 16-PDIP
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