SN74AHC244 Octal Buffer Driver With 3-State Outputs

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SN74AHC244 Octal Buffer Driver With 3-State Outputs

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Part Number
SN74AHC244
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
DB (SSOP-20) 7.2 mm x 7.8 mm package, 7.50 mm x 5.30 mm body; DW (SOIC-20) 12.80 mm x 10.3 mm package, 12.8 mm x 7.5 mm body; N (PDIP-20) 24.33 mm x 9.4 mm package, 25.40 mm x 6.35 mm body; NS (SOP-20) 12.60 mm x 7.8 mm package, 12.6 mm x 5.30 mm body; DGV (TVSOP-20) 5.00 mm x 6.4 mm package, 5.00 mm x 4.40 mm body; PW (TSSOP-20) 6.50 mm x 6.4 mm package, 6.50 mm x 4.40 mm body; DGS (VSSOP-20) 5.10 mm x 4.90 mm package, 5.10 mm x 3.00 mm body; RKS (VQFN-20) 4.50 mm x 2.50 mm package/body
Category
Signal Chain
Product Type
Operational Amplifier

Quick Sourcing Note

SN74AHC244 from Texas Instruments is a Signal_Chain octal buffer driver with 3-state outputs. It supports a 2 V to 5.5 V recommended supply range, 0 V to 5.5 V input range, and 0 V to VCC output range. The device is specified for -40°C to 125°C operating free-air temperature and includes 3-state output timing data for A-to-Y propagation and OE-controlled enable or disable paths. Package options include SSOP-20, SOIC-20, PDIP-20, SOP-20, TVSOP-20, TSSOP-20, VSSOP-20, and VQFN-20. Applications include digital signal buffering, bus isolation, output enable control, and multi-line logic drive interfaces.

Specifications

TypeDescription
Part NumberSN74AHC244
ManufacturerTexas Instruments
Product TypeOperational Amplifier
CategorySignal Chain
Package CaseDB (SSOP-20) 7.2 mm x 7.8 mm package, 7.50 mm x 5.30 mm body; DW (SOIC-20) 12.80 mm x 10.3 mm package, 12.8 mm x 7.5 mm body; N (PDIP-20) 24.33 mm x 9.4 mm package, 25.40 mm x 6.35 mm body; NS (SOP-20) 12.60 mm x 7.8 mm package, 12.6 mm x 5.30 mm body; DGV (TVSOP-20) 5.00 mm x 6.4 mm package, 5.00 mm x 4.40 mm body; PW (TSSOP-20) 6.50 mm x 6.4 mm package, 6.50 mm x 4.40 mm body; DGS (VSSOP-20) 5.10 mm x 4.90 mm package, 5.10 mm x 3.00 mm body; RKS (VQFN-20) 4.50 mm x 2.50 mm package/body
Supply voltage operating range2 V to 5.5 V; recommended operating conditions
Absolute maximum supply voltage-0.5 V to 7 V; over operating free-air temperature range
Absolute maximum input voltage-0.5 V to 7 V; input and output current ratings observed
Absolute maximum output voltage range-0.5 V to VCC + 0.5 V; output voltage range
Input clamp current-20 mA; VI < 0 V
Output clamp current±20 mA; VO < 0 V or VO > VCC
Continuous output current±25 mA; VO = 0 V to VCC
Continuous current through VCC or GND±50 mA; each VCC or GND pin
Storage temperature-65°C to 150°C; absolute maximum rating
ESD rating, HBM±2000 V; ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001, all pins
ESD rating, CDM±1500 V; JEDEC JESD22-C101, all pins
High-level input voltage1.5 V min; VCC = 2 V
High-level input voltage2.1 V min; VCC = 3 V
High-level input voltage3.85 V min; VCC = 5.5 V
Low-level input voltage0.5 V max; VCC = 2 V
Low-level input voltage0.9 V max; VCC = 3 V
Low-level input voltage1.65 V max; VCC = 5.5 V
Input voltage operating range0 V to 5.5 V; recommended operating conditions
Output voltage operating range0 V to VCC; recommended operating conditions
High-level output current-50 µA; VCC = 2 V
High-level output current-4 mA; VCC = 3.3 V ± 0.3 V
High-level output current-8 mA; VCC = 5 V ± 0.5 V
Low-level output current50 µA; VCC = 2 V
Low-level output current4 mA; VCC = 3.3 V ± 0.3 V
Low-level output current8 mA; VCC = 5 V ± 0.5 V
Input transition rise or fall rate100 ns/V max; VCC = 3.3 V ± 0.3 V
Input transition rise or fall rate20 ns/V max; VCC = 5 V ± 0.5 V
Operating free-air temperature-40°C to 125°C; SN74AHC244
High-level output voltage1.9 V min, 2 V typ; IOH = -50 µA, VCC = 2 V, TA = 25°C; SN74AHC244 min 1.9 V over temperature
High-level output voltage2.9 V min, 3 V typ; IOH = -50 µA, VCC = 3 V, TA = 25°C; SN74AHC244 min 2.9 V over temperature
High-level output voltage4.4 V min, 4.5 V typ; IOH = -50 µA, VCC = 4.5 V, TA = 25°C; SN74AHC244 min 4.4 V over temperature
High-level output voltage2.58 V min at 25°C; 2.48 V min over temperature; IOH = -4 mA, VCC = 3 V
High-level output voltage3.94 V min at 25°C; 3.8 V min over temperature; IOH = -8 mA, VCC = 4.5 V
Low-level output voltage0.1 V typ/max; IOL = 50 µA, VCC = 2 V, 3 V, or 4.5 V
Low-level output voltage0.36 V typ, 0.44 V max for SN74AHC244; IOL = 4 mA, VCC = 3 V
Low-level output voltage0.36 V typ, 0.44 V max for SN74AHC244; IOL = 8 mA, VCC = 4.5 V
Input leakage current±0.1 µA typ, ±1 µA max; VI = 5.5 V or GND, VCC = 0 V to 5.5 V
Off-state output current±0.25 µA typ, ±2.5 µA max; VO = VCC or GND, VI(OE) = VIL or VIH, VCC = 5.5 V
Supply current4 µA typ, 40 µA max; VI = VCC or GND, IO = 0, VCC = 5.5 V
Input capacitance2 pF typ, 10 pF max; VI = VCC or GND, VCC = 5 V
Output capacitance3.5 pF typ; VO = VCC or GND, VCC = 5 V
Propagation delay tPLH/tPHL5.8 ns typ, 10 ns max for SN74AHC244; A to Y, VCC = 3.3 V ± 0.3 V, CL = 15 pF
Output enable delay tPZH/tPZL6.6 ns typ, 12.5 ns max for SN74AHC244; OE to Y, VCC = 3.3 V ± 0.3 V, CL = 15 pF
Output disable delay tPHZ/tPLZ5 ns typ, 11 ns max for SN74AHC244; OE to Y, VCC = 3.3 V ± 0.3 V, CL = 15 pF
Propagation delay tPLH/tPHL8.3 ns typ, 13.5 ns max for SN74AHC244; A to Y, VCC = 3.3 V ± 0.3 V, CL = 50 pF
Output enable delay tPZH/tPZL9.1 ns typ, 16 ns max for SN74AHC244; OE to Y, VCC = 3.3 V ± 0.3 V, CL = 50 pF
Output disable delay tPHZ/tPLZ10.3 ns typ, 16 ns max for SN74AHC244; OE to Y, VCC = 3.3 V ± 0.3 V, CL = 50 pF
Output skew1.5 ns max; VCC = 3.3 V ± 0.3 V, CL = 50 pF
Propagation delay tPLH/tPHL3.9 ns typ, 6.5 ns max for SN74AHC244; A to Y, VCC = 5 V ± 0.5 V, CL = 15 pF
Output enable delay tPZH/tPZL4.7 ns typ, 8.5 ns max for SN74AHC244; OE to Y, VCC = 5 V ± 0.5 V, CL = 15 pF
Output disable delay tPHZ/tPLZ5 ns typ, 8.5 ns max for SN74AHC244; OE to Y, VCC = 5 V ± 0.5 V, CL = 15 pF
Propagation delay tPLH/tPHL5.4 ns typ, 8.5 ns max for SN74AHC244; A to Y, VCC = 5 V ± 0.5 V, CL = 50 pF
Output enable delay tPZH/tPZL6.2 ns typ, 10.5 ns max for SN74AHC244; OE to Y, VCC = 5 V ± 0.5 V, CL = 50 pF
Output disable delay tPHZ/tPLZ6.7 ns typ, 10.5 ns max for SN74AHC244; OE to Y, VCC = 5 V ± 0.5 V, CL = 50 pF
Output skew1 ns max; VCC = 5 V ± 0.5 V, CL = 50 pF
Quiet output maximum dynamic VOL0.5 V; VCC = 5 V, CL = 50 pF, TA = 25°C; surface-mount packages only
Quiet output minimum dynamic VOL-0.2 V; VCC = 5 V, CL = 50 pF, TA = 25°C; surface-mount packages only
Quiet output minimum dynamic VOH4.8 V; VCC = 5 V, CL = 50 pF, TA = 25°C; surface-mount packages only
High-level dynamic input voltage3.5 V; VCC = 5 V, CL = 50 pF, TA = 25°C; surface-mount packages only
Low-level dynamic input voltage1.5 V; VCC = 5 V, CL = 50 pF, TA = 25°C; surface-mount packages only
Power dissipation capacitance8.6 pF typ; VCC = 5 V, TA = 25°C, no load, f = 1 MHz
FunctionOctal buffers/drivers with 3-state outputs; device description
Latch-up performanceExceeds 250 mA; per JESD 17
Thermal pad connectionConnect to GND or leave floating; do not connect to other signal or supply; RKS package only
Datasheet Statusrequest_only

Product Overview

The SN74AHC244 is a Texas Instruments Signal_Chain device described as an octal buffer driver with 3-state outputs. Its recommended supply voltage range is 2 V to 5.5 V, with an input operating range of 0 V to 5.5 V and an output operating range of 0 V to VCC. Logic input thresholds are specified at 2 V, 3 V, and 5.5 V supplies, supporting use across multiple low-voltage logic rails.

Output drive conditions include high-level output currents of -50 µA at 2 V, -4 mA at 3.3 V ± 0.3 V, and -8 mA at 5 V ± 0.5 V, with matching low-level output current ratings of 50 µA, 4 mA, and 8 mA. Timing data covers A-to-Y propagation delay and OE-to-Y output enable or disable delay at 3.3 V and 5 V rails with 15 pF and 50 pF loads.

Available packages include DB, DW, N, NS, DGV, PW, DGS, and RKS formats. For the RKS package, the thermal pad must be connected to GND or left floating and must not be connected to another signal or supply. The device is specified from -40°C to 125°C operating free-air temperature.

Key Features

  • Octal buffer driver with 3-state outputs
  • 2 V to 5.5 V recommended supply range
  • 0 V to 5.5 V input operating range
  • 0 V to VCC output operating range
  • -40°C to 125°C operating free-air temperature
  • A-to-Y propagation delays specified at 3.3 V and 5 V
  • OE-controlled output enable and disable timing specified
  • Output skew rated to 1 ns at 5 V
  • HBM ESD rating of ±2000 V on all pins
  • CDM ESD rating of ±1500 V on all pins
  • Input capacitance 2 pF typical, 10 pF maximum
  • RKS thermal pad connects to GND or floats

Typical Applications

  • Digital signal buffering
  • Octal logic line driving
  • 3-state bus interfaces
  • Output enable controlled signal paths
  • Low-voltage logic fanout
  • Surface-mount digital assemblies
  • PDIP logic board assemblies
  • VQFN compact logic layouts

Procurement Notes

When requesting a quote for SN74AHC244, buyers should confirm the manufacturer, package or case, required quantity, target date code, compliance documents, packing method, destination country and expected delivery schedule.

If alternatives are acceptable, buyers should share the approved vendor list, required electrical or optical limits, package constraints and qualification requirements. Any alternative part should be reviewed by the buyer's engineering team before production use.

For analog and signal-chain sourcing, supply voltage, bandwidth, accuracy, noise level, package, temperature grade, input/output configuration and qualification requirements should be verified before approval.

FAQ

What supply voltage range does the SN74AHC244 support?

The SN74AHC244 has a recommended operating supply voltage range of 2 V to 5.5 V. Its absolute maximum supply voltage rating is -0.5 V to 7 V over the operating free-air temperature range.

What output timing is specified for the SN74AHC244?

The datasheet specifies A-to-Y propagation delay and OE-to-Y output enable and disable delays at 3.3 V ± 0.3 V and 5 V ± 0.5 V, using 15 pF and 50 pF load capacitance conditions.

Which packages are listed for the SN74AHC244?

Package options include DB SSOP-20, DW SOIC-20, N PDIP-20, NS SOP-20, DGV TVSOP-20, PW TSSOP-20, DGS VSSOP-20, and RKS VQFN-20. The RKS thermal pad must connect to GND or remain floating.

What temperature range is specified for this device?

The SN74AHC244 is specified for an operating free-air temperature range of -40°C to 125°C. The absolute maximum storage temperature range is -65°C to 150°C.

Technical Review & Sourcing Note

Prepared by LDeepAI Component Sourcing Team. Reviewed for RFQ, documentation and alternative sourcing use. Last updated: July 13, 2026.

This page is based on manufacturer datasheet information and LDeepAI sourcing review. Specifications should be verified against the official manufacturer datasheet before final procurement or design approval. Final electrical, optical and reliability approval should be confirmed by the buyer's engineering team.

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