The SN74HCT02N is a quad 2-input NOR gate IC component manufactured by Texas Instruments. It is a part of the HCT series, which combines the high-speed performance of the CMOS logic family with the low-power capabilities of the TTL logic family. This integration makes it an ideal choice for various digital logic applications.
Key Features:
1. Quad 2-Input NOR Gates: The SN74HCT02N consists of four independent NOR gates, each having two inputs and one output. These gates perform the Boolean OR operation on the two inputs and produce the logical complement of the result at the output.
2. HCT Logic Family: It utilizes HCT technology, enabling compatibility with both TTL and CMOS logic families. This feature allows seamless integration into existing systems and provides flexibility in design.
3. High-Speed Performance: The HCT Series is designed for high-speed operation, offering faster switching speeds compared to traditional TTL. It provides propagation delays of typically 13 ns, allowing for efficient data processing.
4. Wide Operating Voltage Range: The SN74HCT02N can operate within a wide voltage range, from 4.5V to 5.5V. This flexibility in power supply voltage makes it suitable for various applications and ensures compatibility with different system requirements.
5. Balanced Propagation Delays: The gates inside the SN74HCT02N have well-matched propagation delays, ensuring accurate timing and synchronization between different gates within the device