The CD74AC240M is an IC (Integrated Circuit) component manufactured by Texas Instruments. It is a non-inverting octal buffer and line driver, designed specifically to work with CMOS logic levels. This component is widely used in various digital applications due to its excellent noise performance, high-speed operation, and compatibility with both TTL and LSTTL logic families.
Key features of the CD74AC240M include:
1. Octal Buffer/Line Driver: The CD74AC240M features eight non-inverting buffer/drivers, making it suitable for applications requiring high noise immunity and signal amplification.
2. Wide Operating Voltage Range: This component can operate with a wide range of supply voltages, from 2V to 6V, enabling compatibility with various logic families.
3. Fast Switching Speed: The CD74AC240M offers fast switching times, with a maximum propagation delay of 7 ns, allowing for efficient data transfer and processing.
4. Power-Off High Impedance Inputs and Outputs: The inputs and outputs of this component automatically enter the high-impedance state when the power supply is turned off, preventing any undesirable effect on the rest of the circuit.
5. Schmitt-Trigger Input: The CD74AC240M incorporates Schmitt-trigger inputs that provide hysteresis to improve noise immunity and minimize false triggering caused by voltage fluctuations or noise on the input signal
