The SN74ALS232BDW from Texas Instruments is a high-performance, dual-octal bus transceiver designed for asynchronous communication between data buses. This integrated circuit allows data transmission from the A bus to the B bus or from the B bus to the A bus, depending on the logic level at the direction control (DIR) input.

Key Features

• Logic Type: Bus Transceiver
• Number of Channels: Dual Octal
• Directionality: Bidirectional
• Data Flow Control: Direction Control (DIR) and Output Enable (OE)
• Operating Voltage Range: 4.5V to 5.5V
• Output Current: High: -2.6 mA, Low: 24 mA
• Package / Case: SOIC-20
• Operating Temperature Range: 0°C to 70°C

Performance and Quality

The SN74ALS232BDW offers a balanced propagation delay and transition times, which ensures excellent operational reliability and performance. The device features a typical propagation delay time of 10 ns, which facilitates high-speed data exchange and reduces system latency.

Applications

With its robust design and high-speed data handling capabilities, the SN74ALS232BDW is ideal for a variety of applications, including:

• Data communication
• Bus interface and bus arbitration
• Microprocessor or microcontroller interfacing
• Data buffering and storage
• System upgrades, where higher data rates are required

Quality and Environmental Compliance

The SN74ALS232BDW is compliant with the RoHS directive, ensuring that it is manufactured with a focus on environmental safety and sustainability. Texas Instruments is committed to providing high-quality, reliable components that meet the industry's stringent standards.

Ordering Information

To order the SN74ALS232BDW or to request samples, please visit the Texas Instruments website or contact an authorized distributor. Ensure to reference the full product name to avoid any confusion with similar part numbers.