Encyclopedia Entry: 74FCT163245CPAG8

Product Overview

Category

The 74FCT163245CPAG8 belongs to the category of integrated circuits (ICs) and specifically falls under the family of bus transceivers.

Use

This IC is primarily used for bidirectional data transfer between two buses with different voltage levels or signal formats. It acts as a bridge, enabling seamless communication between these buses.

Characteristics

• Bidirectional data transfer
• Supports different voltage levels or signal formats
• High-speed operation
• Low power consumption
• Wide operating temperature range

Package

The 74FCT163245CPAG8 comes in a 48-pin plastic TSSOP (Thin Shrink Small Outline Package) package. This package offers compactness and ease of integration into various electronic systems.

Essence

The essence of this IC lies in its ability to facilitate efficient and reliable data transfer between buses with differing voltage levels or signal formats. It ensures compatibility and smooth communication between these buses.

Packaging/Quantity

The 74FCT163245CPAG8 is typically packaged in reels or tubes, containing a specific quantity of ICs per package. The exact packaging and quantity may vary depending on the manufacturer and supplier.

Specifications

• Supply Voltage: 2.0V - 5.5V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Maximum Data Rate: X Mbps
• Number of Channels: 16
• Input/Output Compatibility: TTL, CMOS

Detailed Pin Configuration

The 74FCT163245CPAG8 has a total of 48 pins, each serving a specific function. Here is a detailed pin configuration:

1. A1: Channel A Data I/O
2. A2: Channel A Data I/O
3. A3: Channel A Data I/O
4. A4: Channel A Data I/O
5. A5: Channel A Data I/O
6. A6: Channel A Data I/O
7. A7: Channel A Data I/O
8. A8: Channel A Data I/O
9. GND: Ground
10. B1: Channel B Data I/O
11. B2: Channel B Data I/O
12. B3: Channel B Data I/O
13. B4: Channel B Data I/O
14. B5: Channel B Data I/O
15. B6: Channel B Data I/O
16. B7: Channel B Data I/O
17. B8: Channel B Data I/O
18. OEAB: Output Enable for Channels A and B
19. VCC: Supply Voltage
20. DIR: Direction Control
21. NC: No Connection
22. NC: No Connection
23. NC: No Connection
24. NC: No Connection
25. NC: No Connection
26. NC: No Connection
27. NC: No Connection
28. NC: No Connection
29. NC: No Connection
30. NC: No Connection
31. NC: No Connection
32. NC: No Connection
33. NC: No Connection
34. NC: No Connection
35. NC: No Connection
36. NC: No Connection
37. NC: No Connection
38. NC: No Connection
39. NC: No Connection
40. GND: Ground
41. C1: Channel C Data I/O
42. C2: Channel C Data I/O
43. C3: Channel C Data I/O
44. C4: Channel C Data I/O
45. C5: Channel C Data I/O
46. C6: Channel C Data I/O
47. C7: Channel C Data I/O
48. C8: Channel C Data I/O

Functional Features

• Bidirectional data transfer between buses with different voltage levels or signal formats.
• Output enable control for individual channels (A and B).
• Direction control to select the direction of data flow.
• High-speed operation allows for efficient data transfer.
• Low power consumption ensures energy efficiency.
• Wide operating temperature range enables usage in various environments.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Enables seamless communication between buses with different voltage levels or signal formats.
• Supports high-speed data transfer.
• Low power consumption helps conserve energy.
• Compact package allows for easy integration into electronic systems.
• Wide operating temperature range enhances versatility.

Disadvantages

• Limited number of channels (16) may not be sufficient for certain applications requiring a higher channel count.
• Requires careful consideration of voltage compatibility to avoid potential damage to the IC or connected devices.

Working Principles

The 74FCT163245CPAG8 operates based on the principles of bidirectional data transfer and voltage level conversion. It utilizes internal circuit