The SN74AS304N is a high-performance, octal universal shift/storage register designed and manufactured by Texas Instruments. This integrated circuit is part of the advanced Schottky (AS) family, known for its fast switching speeds and exceptional reliability. The SN74AS304N is specifically created to offer both universal shift register and storage register capabilities, making it an ideal choice for a wide array of digital applications.

Key Features

• Logic Family: Advanced Schottky (AS)
• Operating Voltage: Typically 5 V
• Package: 20-Pin Plastic DIP (N)
• Shift Register Function: Universal
• Number of Circuits: Octal (8-Bit)
• Output Type: 3-State Outputs
• Maximum Shift Frequency: High-performance throughput

Product Description

The SN74AS304N is a versatile device that features an 8-bit serial or parallel-in to serial or parallel-out shift register with three-state outputs. It is designed to be used in systems that require a high-speed data transfer or storage of multiple bits of information. The device includes a clear function, which can be used to reset all internal registers to a low state, ensuring a clean start for operations.

Each register within the SN74AS304N has a direct overriding clear (CLR) input and a clock (CLK) input. The device supports two modes of operation: shift and store. In shift mode, data is transferred serially through the register on the rising edge of the clock signal. In store mode, the data present at the parallel inputs is transferred to the register's outputs when the clock pulse is applied, allowing for parallel data processing.

The SN74AS304N's three-state outputs can be connected directly to a bus-organized system. This feature allows for multiple registers to be connected in parallel, providing a scalable solution for data storage or transfer without the need for additional buffering.

Manufactured with Texas Instruments' advanced technology, the SN74AS304N is a durable and reliable component for high-speed digital systems. Its robust design ensures stable performance in a variety of environmental conditions, making it a preferred choice for designers and engineers in the electronics industry.