The Pericom PI74LPT16374AC is a 16-bit D-type transparent latch with 3-state outputs. This device is designed for high-performance bus interface applications requiring low propagation delay and high drive capability.

Applications

• Bus interface
• Memory address latching
• Data buffering
• Clock enable circuits
• General-purpose logic

Features

• 16-bit wide
• D-type transparent latch
• 3-state outputs
• Low propagation delay
• High output drive capability
• TTL compatible inputs
• Wide operating voltage range

Benefits

• Improved system performance due to low propagation delay
• Flexible bus interface due to 3-state outputs
• Increased system reliability due to high output drive capability
• Easy integration with TTL logic
• Wide operating voltage range for diverse applications

Additional Details

The PI74LPT16374AC features a transparent latch architecture, allowing data to pass through the latch when the enable input is active. When the enable input is inactive, the latch stores the data present at the inputs. The 3-state outputs allow the device to be connected directly to a bus, enabling multiple devices to share the same bus lines. The low propagation delay ensures that data is transferred quickly and efficiently, minimizing delays in the system. The high output drive capability allows the device to drive heavily loaded buses without signal degradation. The TTL compatible inputs simplify integration with TTL logic devices. This latch is commonly used in memory systems for address latching, in bus interface applications for data buffering, and in general-purpose logic circuits for data storage and manipulation.