The NC7WZ14P6X is an integrated circuit (IC) component manufactured by Fairchild Semiconductor. It is part of the NC7 series, which consists of various logic gates and flip-flops. The NC7WZ14P6X, specifically, is a hex inverting Schmitt trigger.
Key features of the NC7WZ14P6X include:
1. Hex Inverting Schmitt Trigger: The IC has six Schmitt trigger gates, which are used to convert noisy or distorted digital signals into clean, well-defined square wave signals. The inverting property means that the input signal is inverted at the output.
2. Wide Operating Voltage Range: The IC operates within a wide voltage range of 1.65V to 5.5V, making it suitable for a variety of low voltage digital applications. This voltage range allows it to be compatible with both 3.3V and 5V logic systems.
3. Low Power Consumption: The NC7WZ14P6X is designed to consume low power, making it energy-efficient for battery-powered devices or applications where power efficiency is crucial.
4. High-Speed Operation: This IC offers fast propagation delay times, allowing for high-speed signal processing. It enables efficient operation in time-critical applications like data communication, signal conditioning, or clock generation