SN74LS245 Octal Bus Transceiver

SN74LS245 from Texas Instruments is a high-performance octal bus transceiver designed for bidirectional asynchronous communication between data buses. It operates at 5 V with 3-state outputs, features active-low output enable, and direction control via the DIR input. Available in multiple 20-pin packages. Ideal for memory, peripheral, and microprocessor bus applications.

SN74LS245 Octal Bus Transceiver

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Part Number
SN74LS245
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
20-pin CDIP J 24.20 mm x 6.92 mm; CFP W 7.02 mm x 13.72 mm; LCCC FK 8.89 mm x 8.89 mm; SSOP DB 7.20 mm x 5.30 mm; SOIC DW 12.80 mm x 7.50 mm; PDIP N 24.33 mm x 6.35 mm; SO NS 12.60 mm x 5.30 mm
Category
Logic
Product Type
Bus Transceiver

Quick Sourcing Note

SN74LS245 from Texas Instruments is a Logic octal bus transceiver with 8 channels, 3-state outputs, and positive-logic direction control. DIR low transfers Bx to Ax, while DIR high transfers Ax to Bx. OE is active low, enabling all channels when low and placing outputs in high impedance when high. The SN74LS245 operates from a recommended 4.75 V to 5.25 V supply with 5 V nominal operation and a 0 to 70 °C free-air temperature range. It is available in multiple 20-pin packages including CDIP, CFP, LCCC, SSOP, SOIC, PDIP, and SO packages.

Specifications

TypeDescription
Part NumberSN74LS245
ManufacturerTexas Instruments
Product TypeOperational Amplifier
CategorySignal Chain
Package / Case20-pin CDIP J 24.20 mm x 6.92 mm; CFP W 7.02 mm x 13.72 mm; LCCC FK 8.89 mm x 8.89 mm; SSOP DB 7.20 mm x 5.30 mm; SOIC DW 12.80 mm x 7.50 mm; PDIP N 24.33 mm x 6.35 mm; SO NS 12.60 mm x 5.30 mm
Number of channels8; octal bus transceiver
Output type3-state outputs; outputs drive bus lines directly and can be disabled
Direction controlDIR low = Bx to Ax; DIR high = Ax to Bx; positive logic function
Output enable polarityActive low; OE low = all channels active; OE high = all channels disabled/high impedance
Supply voltage absolute maximum7 V max; all voltage values with respect to GND
Input voltage absolute maximum7 V max; all voltage values with respect to GND
Operating virtual junction temperature absolute maximum150 °C max; over operating free-air temperature range
Storage temperature-65 to 150 °C; absolute maximum rating
HBM ESD rating±2500 V; ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001
CDM ESD rating±1500 V; JEDEC JESD22-C101
Recommended supply voltage, SN74LS2454.75 V min, 5 V nom, 5.25 V max
Recommended supply voltage, SN54LS2454.5 V min, 5 V nom, 5.5 V max
High-level output current-15 mA; SN74LS245 recommended operating condition
Low-level output current24 mA; SN74LS245 recommended operating condition
Operating free-air temperature0 to 70 °C; SN74LS245
High-level input voltage2 V min; over recommended operating free-air temperature range
Low-level input voltage0.8 V max; SN74LS245
Input clamp voltage-1.5 V max; VCC = min, II = -18 mA
Bus input hysteresis0.2 V typ, 0.4 V max; A or B inputs, VCC = min, VT+ - VT-
High-level output voltage, IOH = -3 mA2.4 V min, 3.4 V typ; VCC = min, IOH = -3 mA, VIL = VIL(max)
High-level output voltage, IOH = max2 V min; VIH = 2 V, IOH = max
Low-level output voltage, IOL = 12 mA0.4 V max; VCC = min, IOL = 12 mA, VIH = 2 V, VIL = VIL(max)
Low-level output voltage, IOL = 24 mA0.5 V max; SN74LS245, IOL = 24 mA, VIH = 2 V, VIL = VIL(max)
Off-state output current high20 µA max; VCC = max, OE at 2 V, VO = 2.7 V
Off-state output current low-200 µA max; VCC = max, OE at 2 V, VO = 0.4 V
Input current at maximum input voltage, A or B input0.1 mA max; VCC = max, VI = 5.5 V
Input current at maximum input voltage, DIR or OE input0.1 mA max; VCC = max, VI = 7 V
High-level input current20 µA max; VCC = max, VIH = 2.7 V
Low-level input current-0.2 mA max; VCC = max, VIL = 0.4 V
Short-circuit output current-40 mA typ, -225 mA max; VCC = max; not more than one output shorted at a time for max 1 second
Supply current outputs high48 mA typ, 70 mA max; VCC = max, outputs open, total outputs high
Supply current outputs low62 mA typ, 90 mA max; VCC = max, outputs open, total outputs low
Supply current outputs high-Z64 mA typ, 95 mA max; VCC = max, outputs open, outputs at high impedance
Propagation delay low-to-high8 ns typ, 12 ns max; VCC = 5 V, TA = 25°C, CL = 45 pF, RL = 667 ohm
Propagation delay high-to-low8 ns typ, 12 ns max; VCC = 5 V, TA = 25°C, CL = 45 pF, RL = 667 ohm
Output enable time to low level27 ns typ, 40 ns max; VCC = 5 V, TA = 25°C, CL = 45 pF, RL = 667 ohm
Output enable time to high level25 ns typ, 40 ns max; VCC = 5 V, TA = 25°C, CL = 45 pF, RL = 667 ohm
Output disable time from low level15 ns typ, 25 ns max; VCC = 5 V, TA = 25°C, CL = 5 pF, RL = 667 ohm
Output disable time from high level15 ns typ, 28 ns max; VCC = 5 V, TA = 25°C, CL = 5 pF, RL = 667 ohm
Junction-to-ambient thermal resistance, DB SSOP91.7 °C/W; DB SSOP 20-pin package
Junction-to-ambient thermal resistance, DW SOIC79.0 °C/W; DW SOIC 20-pin package
Junction-to-ambient thermal resistance, N PDIP46.1 °C/W; N PDIP 20-pin package
Junction-to-ambient thermal resistance, NS SO74.2 °C/W; NS SO 20-pin package
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Product Overview

The SN74LS245 is a Texas Instruments octal bus transceiver for Logic interfaces requiring bidirectional 8-channel bus transfer. Its 3-state outputs can drive bus lines directly and can also be disabled for high-impedance operation. Direction is controlled by DIR: a low DIR level transfers Bx to Ax, while a high DIR level transfers Ax to Bx.

Output enable is active low. With OE low, all channels are active; with OE high, all channels are disabled and placed in high impedance. The SN74LS245 recommended supply range is 4.75 V to 5.25 V with 5 V nominal operation, while the related SN54LS245 range is 4.5 V to 5.5 V. Input thresholds include 2 V minimum high-level input voltage and 0.8 V maximum low-level input voltage for SN74LS245.

Package options include 20-pin CDIP, CFP, LCCC, SSOP, SOIC, PDIP, and SO formats. Thermal resistance values are specified for DB SSOP, DW SOIC, N PDIP, and NS SO packages. Timing data at VCC = 5 V and TA = 25 °C includes 8 ns typical low-to-high and high-to-low propagation delays.

Key Features

  • 8-channel octal bus transceiver architecture
  • 3-state outputs for direct bus-line drive
  • Active-low OE controls all-channel enable state
  • DIR low transfers Bx inputs to Ax outputs
  • DIR high transfers Ax inputs to Bx outputs
  • SN74LS245 supports 4.75 V to 5.25 V supply
  • 0 to 70 °C SN74LS245 free-air operation
  • 8 ns typical propagation delay at 5 V
  • Output enable time specified to 40 ns maximum
  • Multiple 20-pin package formats listed

Typical Applications

  • Bidirectional digital bus interfaces
  • 8-bit data bus buffering
  • Shared bus isolation
  • Microprocessor peripheral buses
  • TTL logic signal transfer
  • 3-state bus control
  • Direction-controlled parallel data paths

Procurement Notes

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FAQ

What type of device is the SN74LS245?

The SN74LS245 is a Texas Instruments octal bus transceiver in the Signal_Chain category. It provides 8 channels with 3-state outputs that can drive bus lines directly or be disabled into a high-impedance state.

How is bus direction controlled on the SN74LS245?

Direction is set by the DIR input using positive logic. When DIR is low, data transfers from Bx to Ax. When DIR is high, data transfers from Ax to Bx.

What supply range is recommended for SN74LS245 operation?

For SN74LS245, the recommended supply voltage is 4.75 V minimum, 5 V nominal, and 5.25 V maximum. The specified operating free-air temperature range is 0 to 70 °C.

What happens when OE is high on the SN74LS245?

OE is active low. When OE is low, all channels are active. When OE is high, all channels are disabled and the outputs are placed in a high-impedance state.

What package options are available for the SN74LS245?

The SN74LS245 is available in multiple 20-pin package formats including CDIP (Ceramic DIP), CFP (Ceramic Flat Pack), LCCC (Leadless Ceramic Chip Carrier), SSOP (Shrink Small Outline Package), SOIC (Small Outline IC), PDIP (Plastic DIP), and SO (Small Outline) packages, providing flexibility for various PCB design requirements.

What is the typical application of the SN74LS245?

The SN74LS245 octal bus transceiver is commonly used in memory bus interfacing, microprocessor system buses, TTL logic signal transfer between subsystems, 3-state bus control, and bidirectional parallel data communication in industrial control, computing, and telecommunications equipment.

Technical Review & Sourcing Note

Prepared by LDeepAI Component Sourcing Team. Reviewed for RFQ, documentation and alternative sourcing use. Last updated: June 30, 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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