SN74HC240N-P2

The SN74HC240N-P2 is an integrated circuit (IC) component that belongs to the family of 74HC series logic gates. It is a non-inverting octal buffer/line driver with 3-state outputs, which means it can be used to amplify and transfer digital signals between devices with different voltage levels. Here are some key features of the SN74HC240N-P2: 1. Octal Buffer/Line Driver: The IC features eight independent buffer gates that can be used to drive up to eight separate output lines. Each buffer gate has a dedicated input and output terminal. 2. 3-State Outputs: The 3-state outputs allow the IC to be temporarily disabled, effectively disconnecting its outputs from the connected devices. This feature is useful when multiple devices are connected to the same bus, and only one device needs to transmit data at a time. 3. High-Speed Operation: The SN74HC240N-P2 is designed to operate at high speeds, enabling efficient data transfer between devices. It can handle input and output signals at frequencies up to several megahertz, making it suitable for various applications. 4. Wide Operating Voltage Range: This IC can operate within a wide voltage range of 2V to 6V, making it compatible with both TTL (Transistor-Transistor Logic) and CMOS (Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor) voltage levels