The 74ALVC16244APAG is an integrated circuit component commonly referred to as a buffer/driver. It belongs to the 74ALVC series, which is a family of advanced, low-voltage CMOS (Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor) logic components. This particular IC is a 16-bit buffer/driver with 3-state outputs.
Key features of the 74ALVC16244APAG include:
1. Low-voltage operation: The IC operates at a voltage range of 1.65V to 3.6V. This low-voltage capability makes it suitable for various applications where power efficiency is crucial.
2. High-speed operation: The 74ALVC16244APAG is designed to provide fast switching speeds with minimal propagation delays. It ensures efficient data transfer, making it ideal for applications that demand high-speed performance.
3. 16-bit buffer/driver: This IC acts as a buffer for a 16-bit data bus. It allows data signals to pass through without any distortion or degradation, ensuring accurate data transmission.
4. 3-state outputs: The 74ALVC16244APAG features 3-state outputs. This means that the outputs can assume three different states: high logic level, low logic level, or high-impedance state (disconnected)