SN74HC125 Quad 3-State Buffer

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SN74HC125 Quad 3-State Buffer

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Part Number
SN74HC125
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
SOIC-14 8.70 mm x 3.90 mm; SSOP-14 6.50 mm x 5.30 mm; PDIP-14 19.30 mm x 6.40 mm; SO-14 10.20 mm x 5.30 mm; TSSOP-14 5.00 mm x 4.40 mm; CDIP-14 21.30 mm x 7.60 mm; LCCC-20 8.90 mm x 8.90 mm
Category
Signal Chain
Product Type
Operational Amplifier

Quick Sourcing Note

SN74HC125 from Texas Instruments is a Signal_Chain quad 3-state buffer with four independent buffers and positive-logic Y = A operation. Each channel has an active-low OE input for 3-state output control, supporting bus isolation, controlled signal buffering, and shared digital signal lines. Recommended VCC operation spans 2 V to 6 V, with a 5 V nominal supply, and the operating free-air temperature range is -55°C to 125°C. Package options include SOIC-14, SSOP-14, PDIP-14, SO-14, TSSOP-14, CDIP-14, and LCCC-20. Key timing data includes 14 ns typical A-to-Y propagation delay at VCC = 4.5 V and CL = 50 pF.

Specifications

TypeDescription
Part NumberSN74HC125
ManufacturerTexas Instruments
Product TypeOperational Amplifier
CategorySignal Chain
Component TypeOther
Package CaseSOIC-14 8.70 mm x 3.90 mm; SSOP-14 6.50 mm x 5.30 mm; PDIP-14 19.30 mm x 6.40 mm; SO-14 10.20 mm x 5.30 mm; TSSOP-14 5.00 mm x 4.40 mm; CDIP-14 21.30 mm x 7.60 mm; LCCC-20 8.90 mm x 8.90 mm
Logic FunctionY = A; positive logic buffer function
Number of Channels4 independent buffers; 3-state outputs
Output Enable PolarityActive low; OE input controls each channel output enable
Recommended Supply Voltage2 V min, 5 V nom, 6 V max; over operating free-air temperature range
Operating Free-Air Temperature-55°C to 125°C; recommended operating conditions
High-Level Input Voltage at VCC = 2 V1.5 V min
High-Level Input Voltage at VCC = 4.5 V3.15 V min
High-Level Input Voltage at VCC = 6 V4.2 V min
Low-Level Input Voltage at VCC = 2 V0.5 V max
Low-Level Input Voltage at VCC = 4.5 V1.35 V max
Low-Level Input Voltage at VCC = 6 V1.8 V max
Input Voltage Range0 V to VCC; recommended operating conditions
Output Voltage Range0 V to VCC; recommended operating conditions
Input Transition Time at VCC = 2 V1000 ns max
Input Transition Time at VCC = 4.5 V500 ns max
Input Transition Time at VCC = 6 V400 ns max
Absolute Maximum Supply Voltage-0.5 V to 7 V; over operating free-air temperature range
Input Clamp Current+/-20 mA max; VI < 0 or VI > VCC
Output Clamp Current+/-20 mA max; VO < 0 or VO > VCC
Continuous Output Current+/-35 mA max; VO = 0 to VCC
Continuous Current Through VCC or GND+/-70 mA max; absolute maximum rating
Junction Temperature150°C max; absolute maximum rating, guaranteed by design
Storage Temperature-65°C to 150°C; absolute maximum rating
ESD Rating HBM+/-2000 V; per ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001
ESD Rating CDM+/-500 V; per JEDEC JESD22-C101
High-Level Output Voltage, IOH = -20 uA, VCC = 2 V1.9 V min, 1.998 V typ; VI = VIH or VIL, TA = 25°C
High-Level Output Voltage, IOH = -20 uA, VCC = 4.5 V4.4 V min, 4.499 V typ; VI = VIH or VIL, TA = 25°C
High-Level Output Voltage, IOH = -20 uA, VCC = 6 V5.9 V min, 5.999 V typ; VI = VIH or VIL, TA = 25°C
High-Level Output Voltage, IOH = -6 mA, VCC = 4.5 V3.98 V min, 4.3 V typ; VI = VIH or VIL, TA = 25°C
High-Level Output Voltage, IOH = -7.8 mA, VCC = 6 V5.48 V min, 5.8 V typ; VI = VIH or VIL, TA = 25°C
Low-Level Output Voltage, IOL = 20 uA, VCC = 2 V0.002 V typ, 0.1 V max; VI = VIH or VIL, TA = 25°C
Low-Level Output Voltage, IOL = 20 uA, VCC = 4.5 V0.001 V typ, 0.1 V max; VI = VIH or VIL, TA = 25°C
Low-Level Output Voltage, IOL = 20 uA, VCC = 6 V0.001 V typ, 0.1 V max; VI = VIH or VIL, TA = 25°C
Low-Level Output Voltage, IOL = 6 mA, VCC = 4.5 V0.17 V typ, 0.26 V max; VI = VIH or VIL, TA = 25°C
Low-Level Output Voltage, IOL = 7.8 mA, VCC = 6 V0.15 V typ, 0.26 V max; VI = VIH or VIL, TA = 25°C
Input Leakage Current+/-0.1 uA max at 25°C; +/-1 uA max over -40°C to 85°C; VI = VCC or 0, VCC = 6 V
Three-State Leakage Current+/-0.01 uA typ, +/-0.5 uA max at 25°C; +/-5 uA max over -40°C to 85°C; VO = VCC or 0, VCC = 6 V
Supply Current8 uA max at 25°C; 80 uA max over -40°C to 85°C; VI = VCC or 0, IO = 0, VCC = 6 V
Input Capacitance3 pF typ, 10 pF max; VCC = 2 V to 6 V
Propagation Delay, A to Y, VCC = 2 V47 ns typ, 120 ns max at 25°C; 180 ns max over -40°C to 85°C; CL = 50 pF
Propagation Delay, A to Y, VCC = 4.5 V14 ns typ, 24 ns max at 25°C; 36 ns max over -40°C to 85°C; CL = 50 pF
Propagation Delay, A to Y, VCC = 6 V11 ns typ, 20 ns max at 25°C; 31 ns max over -40°C to 85°C; CL = 50 pF
Enable Delay, OE to Y, VCC = 4.5 V16 ns typ, 24 ns max at 25°C; 36 ns max over -40°C to 85°C; CL = 50 pF
Disable Delay, OE to Y, VCC = 4.5 V17 ns typ, 24 ns max at 25°C; 36 ns max over -40°C to 85°C; CL = 50 pF
Output Transition Time8 ns typ, 12 ns max at 25°C; 18 ns max over -40°C to 85°C; Y output, CL = 50 pF, VCC = 4.5 V
Power Dissipation Capacitance45 pF typ per gate; no load, VCC = 2 V to 6 V, TA = 25°C
Junction-to-Ambient Thermal Resistance, SN74HC125D133.6°C/W; SOIC-14 package
Junction-to-Ambient Thermal Resistance, SN74HC125DB108.0°C/W; SSOP-14 package
Junction-to-Ambient Thermal Resistance, SN74HC125N63.0°C/W; PDIP-14 package
Junction-to-Ambient Thermal Resistance, SN74HC125NS122.6°C/W; SO-14 package
Junction-to-Ambient Thermal Resistance, SN74HC125PW151.7°C/W; TSSOP-14 package
Datasheet Statusrequest_only

Product Overview

The SN74HC125 is a Texas Instruments quad 3-state buffer in the Signal_Chain category. It implements a positive-logic buffer function, Y = A, across four independent buffers. Each channel output is controlled by an active-low OE input, allowing the output to drive the buffered input value or enter the high-impedance 3-state condition.

Recommended supply operation is 2 V minimum, 5 V nominal, and 6 V maximum over the operating free-air temperature range of -55°C to 125°C. Input and output voltage ranges are both specified from 0 V to VCC. At VCC = 4.5 V, the device specifies VIH of 3.15 V minimum, VIL of 1.35 V maximum, and 500 ns maximum input transition time.

The device is available in multiple package formats, including SOIC-14, SSOP-14, PDIP-14, SO-14, TSSOP-14, CDIP-14, and LCCC-20. Timing characteristics include 14 ns typical A-to-Y propagation delay at VCC = 4.5 V and CL = 50 pF, with OE-to-Y enable and disable delays of 16 ns and 17 ns typical under the same supply and load conditions.

Key Features

  • Four independent buffers with 3-state outputs
  • Positive-logic buffer function with Y equals A
  • Active-low OE input controls each channel output
  • Recommended supply range from 2 V to 6 V
  • Input and output voltage ranges span 0 V to VCC
  • -55°C to 125°C operating free-air temperature range
  • 14 ns typical A-to-Y delay at 4.5 V
  • 16 ns typical OE-to-Y enable delay at 4.5 V
  • 3 pF typical input capacitance
  • HBM ESD rating of +/-2000 V

Typical Applications

  • Digital bus isolation
  • Shared logic signal lines
  • Controlled output enable buffering
  • CMOS logic signal buffering
  • 3-state output interfaces
  • Multi-channel digital routing

Procurement Notes

When requesting a quote for SN74HC125, 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 logic function does the SN74HC125 implement?

The SN74HC125 implements a positive-logic buffer function where Y = A. It contains four independent buffers, and each buffer output can be controlled by its own active-low OE input for 3-state operation.

What supply voltage range is recommended for SN74HC125 operation?

The recommended supply voltage is 2 V minimum, 5 V nominal, and 6 V maximum over the operating free-air temperature range. The specified input and output voltage ranges are both 0 V to VCC.

How fast is the SN74HC125 at a 4.5 V supply?

For A-to-Y propagation at VCC = 4.5 V and CL = 50 pF, the SN74HC125 is specified at 14 ns typical, 24 ns maximum at 25°C, and 36 ns maximum over -40°C to 85°C.

Which package options are listed for the SN74HC125?

Listed package cases include SOIC-14, SSOP-14, PDIP-14, SO-14, TSSOP-14, CDIP-14, and LCCC-20, with dimensions ranging from 5.00 mm x 4.40 mm for TSSOP-14 to 21.30 mm x 7.60 mm for CDIP-14.

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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