The NC7SZ384PSX is an integrated circuit (IC) component manufactured by Fairchild Semiconductor. It is a single-bit dual-supply translation device with mixed voltage I/O capabilities, designed for use in various electronic applications.
This IC serves the purpose of voltage level shifting between two different power supply levels, such as 1.8V and 3.3V. It supports bidirectional voltage translation, allowing communication between different logic families or devices with different supply voltages.
Key features of the NC7SZ384PSX include:
1. Low Voltage Operation: The IC operates at a low voltage range, making it suitable for use in portable and battery-powered devices that demand minimal power consumption.
2. Wide Voltage Translation Range: It offers voltage translation between a wide range of input and output voltage levels, enabling seamless integration of mixed-voltage systems.
3. Automatic Direction Control: The device features an automatic direction control circuitry, eliminating the need for direction-control logic signals to control the translation direction.
4. High-Speed Operation: With minimum propagation delays, the IC allows for high-speed signal transmission, ensuring efficient and reliable data transfer.
5. Schmitt-Trigger Input: The NC7SZ384PSX includes Schmitt-trigger inputs that enhance noise immunity, thereby minimizing the chance of false or erroneous switching caused by noisy or weak input signals
