SN74HC04N

The SN74HC04N is a high-performance CMOS hex inverter integrated circuit (IC) designed for use in digital logic circuits. It contains six independent inverters, each capable of performing the Boolean NOT function (Y = A̅) in positive logic. This makes the SN74HC04N a versatile component for creating complex logic circuits by combining its inverters with other logic gates.

The IC operates over a wide supply voltage range of 2V to 6V, providing flexibility for integration into various electronic systems. It is packaged in a PDIP-14 format, which makes it easy to install and use in a range of applications. The SN74HC04N features CMOS push-pull outputs that provide high noise immunity and signal integrity, ensuring reliable performance in noisy environments.

The IC has low power consumption, with a maximum ICC of 20μA, making it an energy-efficient choice for digital logic design. The propagation delays are relatively fast, with typical values ranging from 16ns at 6V to 95ns at 2V, depending on the operating voltage and load conditions. This allows the SN74HC04N to handle high-speed digital signals effectively.

The SN74HC04N is suitable for use in a wide range of applications, including communication systems, consumer electronics, metering equipment, and other digital electronic systems where high performance and low power consumption are required. Its six independent inverters can be used to create various logic functions, such as NAND, NOR, and XOR gates, by combining them with additional logic gates.

Overall, the SN74HC04N is a reliable and efficient CMOS hex inverter IC that offers versatility and performance in a single package. Its low power consumption, fast propagation delays, and high noise immunity make it an ideal choice for digital logic design in a variety of applications.