SN74HC373DW is an integrated circuit (IC) component that falls into the category of octal transparent latch with 3-state outputs. It is widely used for digital storage applications where data is required to be held and latched for further processing. This IC offers several key features that make it popular among designers and engineers:
1. Octal Transparent Latch: SN74HC373DW has eight individual transparent latches, each capable of storing a single bit of information in the form of logic 0 or 1.
2. Latch Enable Inputs: It provides two active-low latch enable inputs, which control the latching function. When the latch enable inputs are high, the output data precisely follows the input data. However, when the latch enable inputs are low, the output data remains locked, regardless of any changes in the input.
3. 3-State Outputs: SN74HC373DW's outputs are equipped with 3-state buffers, allowing the data to be driven onto a common bus or left floating when in the high-impedance state. This feature enables multiple devices to share the same bus without interference.
4. High-Speed Operation: It operates at high-speed, making it suitable for applications requiring quick and efficient data storage and retrieval.
5. Wide Voltage Compatibility: SN74HC373DW is compatible with a wide range of voltage levels, with a specified operating voltage range of 2V to 6V
