The CD74FCT646SM is an Integrated Circuit (IC) component that belongs to the 74FCT series of high-speed, low-power CMOS devices produced by Texas Instruments. It is a 3-state octal bus transceiver with non-inverting/open-drain outputs and operates on a supply voltage ranging from 4.5V to 5.5V. The CD74FCT646SM is widely used in digital systems for data transfer and signal transceiving applications. Here are some key features and functionalities of this IC component:
1. Octal Transceiver: The CD74FCT646SM is an octal device, capable of handling bidirectional data flow between two independent bus systems. It serves as a bridge between the two systems, facilitating seamless data transfer.
2. Non-Inverting/Open-Drain Outputs: The outputs of this IC are non-inverting, meaning the logic state is preserved during data transfer. Additionally, the outputs can be configured as open-drain, allowing for wired-OR connections with other devices.
3. 3-State Outputs: The CD74FCT646SM features 3-state outputs, which means they can be put in a high-impedance state, enabling multiple devices to share a common bus without conflicts.
4. High-Speed Operation: This IC offers fast propagation delays and supports high-speed data transfer