The MC74HC125ADR2 is an integrated circuit (IC) component manufactured by ON Semiconductor. It is a quad bus buffer gate with 3-state outputs, belonging to the HC family of high-speed CMOS logic chips. This IC is widely used in various electronic devices and systems that require signal amplification, buffering, level shifting, and bus driving capabilities.
Key features of the MC74HC125ADR2 include:
1. Quad Buffer Gates: This IC consists of four independent buffer gates that can be used to amplify and buffer digital signals. Each gate has a 3-state output, which means it can be disabled to go into a high-impedance state.
2. High-Speed Operation: The "HC" in the component's name stands for high-speed CMOS, indicating that this IC operates at high speeds while maintaining low power consumption. It is capable of working with clock speeds in the MHz range, making it suitable for use in applications that require fast signal processing.
3. Broad Supply Voltage Range: The MC74HC125ADR2 can operate with a wide range of supply voltages, from 2 to 6 volts. This flexibility allows it to be easily integrated into different circuit designs with various power requirements.
4. Schmitt-Trigger Inputs: The inputs of this IC feature Schmitt-trigger action, which helps in achieving better noise immunity and signal integrity
