The 74ACT241SCX is a widely used integrated circuit (IC) that belongs to the 74ACT series of advanced high-speed CMOS devices. It is an octal buffer/line driver with 3-state outputs, designed to provide high-performance buffering capabilities for digital systems. Here is an overview of its key features:
1. Octal Buffer/Line Driver: The IC features eight non-inverting buffers with 3-state outputs. Each buffer can be used for driving various loads, such as other IC inputs, LEDs, or other devices requiring a buffer interface.
2. Wide Operating Voltage Range: The 74ACT241SCX is compatible with a broad voltage range, making it suitable for interfacing between different logic families. It operates from a supply voltage (Vcc) range of 4.5V to 5.5V, allowing it to be used with 5V systems.
3. High-Speed Operation: This IC offers fast switching speeds, making it ideal for applications that demand quick response times. It exhibits a low propagation delay of 5 nanoseconds (typical) for both rise and fall transitions, ensuring efficient signal propagation.
4. 3-State Outputs: The 74ACT241SCX supports 3-state outputs, enabling the output to be set to high impedance (Z) when not actively driving a load. This feature facilitates bus sharing and allows multiple devices to be connected in parallel without affecting signal integrity
