The SN74HCS21QPWRQ1 is an IC (integrated circuit) component manufactured by Texas Instruments. This device belongs to the SN74HCS21 family and is specifically designed for automotive applications. It is a dual 4-input positive-AND gate that provides logic level conversion functions.
Here are the key features of the SN74HCS21QPWRQ1:
1. Automotive Grade: The SN74HCS21QPWRQ1 is qualified for automotive applications, ensuring high reliability and durability in harsh automotive environments.
2. Logic Level Conversion: This IC component is capable of converting logic levels, specifically from CMOS/TTL to Schmitt-trigger CMOS levels. It allows for seamless integration between different logic families or voltage levels within a system.
3. Dual 4-Input AND Gate: The SN74HCS21QPWRQ1 integrates two independent 4-input AND gates. These gates perform logical AND operations on four incoming signals, generating an output that is the logical conjunction of the input signals.
4. Schmitt-trigger Inputs: The inputs of the SN74HCS21QPWRQ1 are equipped with Schmitt-trigger action. This characteristic ensures better noise immunity, hysteresis, and increased tolerance to signal distortions, minimizing false signals and improving overall system reliability.
5. Wide Operating Voltage Range: This IC component can handle a wide range of power supply voltages, from 2 V to 6 V
