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SN74LS138N DIP-16 3-to-8 Decoder/Demultiplexer (10-Pack)
Elevate your digital logic projects with this high-reliability pack of 10 SN74LS138N integrated circuits. Designed for engineers, hobbyists, and educators, these DIP-16 components offer precise decoding performance for complex circuit designs. Whether you are building a multiplexer system, addressing memory, or creating custom logic gates, the SN74LS138N provides the stability and speed required for professional-grade electronics.
Key Features & Specifications
- High-Performance Decoding: Functions as a 3-line to 8-line decoder/demultiplexer with active low outputs, enabling efficient control of multiple devices from a single input source.
- Standard DIP-16 Package: Features a Dual In-Line Package with 16 pins, ensuring easy soldering and compatibility with standard breadboards, perfboards, and PCBs.
- Low Power Consumption: Built on Low-Power Schottky (LS) technology, offering faster switching speeds than standard TTL while maintaining low power draw.
- Bulk Value Pack: Includes 10 brand-new units, providing ample stock for prototyping, education, or replacement parts without the need for multiple orders.
- Robust Input/Output: Designed to withstand standard logic level voltages, ensuring consistent operation in various digital environments.
Applications
The SN74LS138N is a versatile component widely used in digital electronics. Its primary applications include memory address decoding, data routing in multiplexing systems, and general-purpose logic control. The clear, active-low outputs make it ideal for interfacing with LEDs, relays, and other digital peripherals. Ideal for students learning digital logic, it is also a staple in industrial control systems and custom embedded hardware projects.
Package Contents
- 10 x SN74LS138N DIP-16 IC Chips
Note: Please verify the pinout and technical specifications against your specific circuit requirements before installation. These components are intended for use in digital logic circuits and are not recommended for high-power analog applications.
Price: $ 2.09