The 74AC373SCX is an integrated circuit (IC) component that belongs to the 74AC series, which stands for Advanced CMOS technology with an optimized power consumption and high-speed performance. This IC is a transparent latch with 3-state outputs, meaning it can store data and allow the data to appear at the outputs when enabled. Here are the key features and functions of the 74AC373SCX:
1. Octal Transparent Latch: The IC consists of eight transparent latches, each having an individual latch enable (LE) input. These latches can latch data when the LE input is high.
2. Tri-State Outputs: The outputs of the latches are in tri-state configuration, meaning they can be in an active state (logic high or low) or in a high-impedance state (disconnected from the bus) when the output enable (OE) input is low.
3. D-Type Latching Action: The 74AC373SCX operates as a D-type latch, which means that the inputs (D0-D7) are stored and reflected on the outputs (Q0-Q7) when the latch enable (LE) is high.
4. High-Speed Performance: The AC in 74AC series stands for Advanced CMOS, which provides high-speed performance with propagation delays in the nanosecond range, allowing for efficient operation in fast digital systems
