The 74F2241PC is an octal buffer/line driver with 3-STATE outputs from National Semiconductor (now Texas Instruments). It is part of the 74F (Fast) series of TTL logic devices, designed for high-speed performance in digital systems. This device is suitable for a wide range of applications requiring buffered outputs and controlled signal propagation.

Applications

• Memory address drivers
• Clock drivers
• Line transceivers
• High-speed data transmission
• Backplane driving

Features

• High-speed operation: Typically, propagation delay is around 5ns.
• 3-STATE outputs: Allows for connection to a bus without loading it when disabled.
• Low power consumption: Characteristic of the 74F family, offering a balance between speed and power.
• High output drive capability: Can drive multiple loads.
• Wide operating voltage range: Typically 4.5V to 5.5V.

Benefits

• Improved system performance: High-speed operation reduces delays in digital circuits.
• Increased system flexibility: 3-STATE outputs allow multiple devices to share a common bus.
• Reduced power consumption: Low power requirements lead to more efficient designs.
• Enhanced signal integrity: High output drive capability ensures reliable signal transmission.
• Simplified system design: The octal configuration simplifies interfacing with microprocessors and memory.

Additional Details

The 74F2241PC comes in a DIP (Dual In-line Package). The device features eight independent buffer/line driver circuits. Each buffer has a 3-STATE output, which can be enabled or disabled via an output enable (OE) input. When the OE input is high, the output is in a high-impedance state, effectively disconnecting the buffer from the bus. When OE is low, the output is enabled, and the buffer passes the input signal to the output. It operates over a temperature range of 0°C to +70°C.