Texas Instruments SN74LVTH240RGYR
- Part No.:
- SN74LVTH240RGYR
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Package:
- 20-VFQFN Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
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SN74LVTH240RGYR.pdf
- Description:
- IC BUFFER INVERT 3.6V 20VQFN
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Product details
Overview
SN74LVTH240RGYR from Texas Instruments is a 3.3-V ABT octal buffer/driver with 3-state outputs, designed for mixed-mode signal interfacing between 3.3-V logic and 5-V systems. It features bus-hold on all data inputs, Ioff support for hot insertion, and operates down to 2.7 V supply. Used in backplane interface, memory address buffering, and industrial control bus isolation.
For engineers reviewing the SN74LVTH240RGYR datasheet, SN74LVTH240RGYR pinout, SN74LVTH240RGYR application, or SN74LVTH240RGYR equivalent, key selection criteria include 3-state output timing (tPZH ≤ 5.6 ns), bus-hold current (±750 µA), thermal resistance (θJA = 37°C/W), and compatibility with unregulated battery supplies.
Technical Context
This device integrates two independent 4-bit noninverting buffers, each with separate output-enable (1OE, 2OE) controls. Outputs enter high-impedance state when OE is high, and pass A→Y when OE is low. Bus-hold circuitry actively maintains valid logic levels on unused inputs without external resistors.
It implements Advanced BiCMOS Technology (ABT) for TTL-compatible input thresholds (VIH = 2 V, VIL = 0.8 V) while operating at 3.3-V VCC. Ioff and power-up 3-state circuitry prevent backflow current and driver conflict during hot insertion or power sequencing.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| VCC Range | 2.7 V to 3.6 V - supports unregulated battery operation and brownout tolerance |
| IOH / IOL | −32 mA / 64 mA - drives standard TTL loads with margin at 3.3 V |
| tPZH / tPLZ | 1.1 ns / 1.8 ns (min) - fast enable/disable transitions reduce bus contention windows |
| Bus-Hold Current | ±750 µA - maintains stable logic states on floating inputs without pull resistors |
| θJA (RGY) | 37°C/W - enables higher power density in QFN-20 thermal design |
| VOL / VOH | 0.55 V / 2.0 V (max at IOL=64 mA, IOH=−32 mA) - ensures noise margin in mixed-voltage systems |
| Ioff | ±100 µA - blocks damaging current flow during partial power-down |
Pinout & Package
SN74LVTH240RGYR is housed in a 20-pin QFN package (RGY) with 0.5-mm pitch, 4.0 × 4.0 mm body, and exposed thermal pad. Pin 1 index located at top-left corner; package height ≤ 1.0 mm.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1OE, 2OE | Active-low output enable | Controls Y1–Y4 and Y1'–Y4' groups independently; must be pulled up for safe power-up |
| 1A1–1A4, 2A1–2A4 | Data inputs | Eight buffered inputs with integrated bus-hold; tolerate 5.5-V input voltage |
| 1Y1–1Y4, 2Y1–2Y4 | 3-state outputs | Noninverting drivers capable of sinking 64 mA or sourcing 32 mA |
| VCC | Power supply | 3.3-V nominal supply; accepts 2.7–3.6 V range for battery-backed operation |
| GND | Ground reference | Common return for logic and output current paths; connects to thermal pad |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Mixed-mode voltage interface | 5-V-tolerant inputs and outputs operate reliably with 3.3-V VCC, enabling direct connection to legacy 5-V buses |
| Hot-insertion support | Ioff and power-up 3-state eliminate backfeed current and bus conflicts during live board replacement |
| Integrated bus-hold | Eliminates need for 10-kΩ external pullup/pulldown resistors on data lines, reducing BOM count and layout area |
| Low ground bounce | VOLP < 0.8 V at VCC = 3.3 V ensures signal integrity during simultaneous switching |
| Latch-up immunity | Exceeds 500 mA per JESD 17, supporting robust operation in noisy industrial environments |
Applications
| Backplane Interface Buffering | Memory Address Latching |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Isolating CPU address/data bus from peripheral expansion slots in modular industrial controllers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Octal noninverting buffer with independent 3-state control per group, synchronizing address propagation across mismatched voltage domains. Use Value: Enables reliable 5-V peripheral communication using 3.3-V core logic while eliminating external bus-termination components. | Use Scenario: Driving SRAM or Flash memory address lines in portable medical instrumentation with battery-supplied 3.3-V rails. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-skew address driver with bus-hold, maintaining valid addresses during sleep mode or brownout conditions. Use Value: Prevents memory access errors during power transients by holding address lines without external biasing. |
| Industrial I/O Module Isolation | Legacy System Voltage Translation |
Use Scenario: Interfacing microcontroller GPIOs to 24-V PLC input modules via optocoupler front-ends requiring clean digital drive signals. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: 3-state buffer providing controlled enable timing and sink/source capability for opto-LED drive circuits. Use Value: Delivers 64-mA low-level drive to ensure optocoupler CTR margin while supporting hot-swap maintenance cycles. | Use Scenario: Bridging FPGA-based control logic (3.3-V) to legacy 5-V UART or SPI peripherals in test equipment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Bidirectional voltage-tolerant buffer with TTL-compatible thresholds, preserving signal timing integrity across voltage boundaries. Use Value: Avoids level-shifter ICs or discrete transistor solutions, reducing component count and PCB area in space-constrained designs. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar octal buffer applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| SN74LVC240APWR | Lower drive strength (IOL = 24 mA), no bus-hold, 1.65–3.6 V VCC range | Suitable for lower-power, single-voltage 3.3-V systems without 5-V interface needs | Select when cost and power efficiency outweigh 5-V tolerance and bus-hold requirements |
| SN74AHCT240N | 5-V-only supply (4.5–5.5 V), higher propagation delay (tPLH up to 9 ns), no Ioff | Designed for legacy 5-V TTL systems only; incompatible with 3.3-V rails | Choose only for pure 5-V designs where ABT performance and mixed-voltage operation are unnecessary |
Compared with SN74LVC240APWR and SN74AHCT240N, SN74LVTH240RGYR uniquely combines 5-V-tolerant I/O, bus-hold, Ioff, and 2.7–3.6 V operation-making it the sole option for robust hot-pluggable mixed-voltage buffering in industrial edge devices.
Availability
SN74LVTH240RGYR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial control backplanes, medical device memory interfaces, and test equipment I/O modules requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and RoHS-compliant packaging.
Supply support for SN74LVTH240RGYR 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 delivering analog, embedded processing, and connectivity solutions for industrial, automotive, and communications markets.
SN74LVTH240RGYR belongs to TI's ABT logic family, engineered for high-speed, mixed-voltage system interfacing with emphasis on reliability in harsh environments and support for hot-swap infrastructure.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating temperature range for SN74LVTH240RGYR?
The SN74LVTH240RGYR is rated for operation from −40°C to +85°C ambient temperature. This industrial-grade range supports deployment in factory automation, outdoor instrumentation, and other environments where thermal extremes are common. The RGY package's low θJA (37°C/W) helps maintain junction temperature within safe limits under typical load conditions.
Does SN74LVTH240RGYR require external pull-up resistors on its input pins?
No, SN74LVTH240RGYR does not require external pull-up or pull-down resistors on its data inputs due to integrated bus-hold circuitry. Each input actively maintains its last-valid logic state with ±750 µA hold current. Using external resistors with bus-hold enabled is explicitly discouraged in the datasheet and may cause contention or increased power draw.
Can SN74LVTH240RGYR safely interface with 5-V logic signals?
Yes, SN74LVTH240RGYR supports mixed-mode operation: its inputs and outputs tolerate up to 5.5 V regardless of VCC (2.7–3.6 V), enabling direct connection to 5-V TTL buses without external level shifters. Input thresholds (VIH = 2 V, VIL = 0.8 V) match standard TTL, ensuring reliable recognition of 5-V logic levels.
What is the purpose of the Ioff feature in SN74LVTH240RGYR?
The Ioff feature in SN74LVTH240RGYR disables output drivers when VCC = 0 V, preventing damaging current backflow from live system buses into a powered-down device. This enables safe hot insertion and removal in modular backplanes or field-replaceable units, protecting both the SN74LVTH240RGYR and upstream circuitry during partial power cycling.
How does the power-up 3-state function protect systems during boot?
The power-up 3-state circuitry in SN74LVTH240RGYR forces outputs into high-impedance during VCC ramp-up and ramp-down, preventing bus conflicts when multiple drivers initialize asynchronously. This eliminates glitches and contention that could corrupt memory writes or misconfigure peripherals during cold start, warm reset, or brownout recovery sequences.
SN74LVTH240RGYR Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Series:
- 74LVTH
- Package/Case:
- 20-VFQFN Exposed Pad
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Logic Type:
- Buffer, Inverting
- Number of Elements:
- 2
- Number of Bits per Element:
- 4
- Input Type:
- -
- Output Type:
- 3-State
- Current - Output High, Low:
- 32mA, 64mA
- Voltage - Supply:
- 2.7V ~ 3.6V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 20-VQFN (3.5x4.5)
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