10PCS 74AHCT244PW Octal Buffer Line Driver TSSOP-20 IC

74AHCT244PW Eight-Way Buffer / Line Driver – 10-Piece Pack

Get reliable, high-performance logic drive with this 10-pack of 74AHCT244PW Octal (Eight-Way) Buffer / Line Driver ICs. Featuring tri-state outputs and a compact TSSOP-20 package, these integrated circuits are an essential component for digital circuit design, PCB prototyping, bus driving, and signal isolation applications.

Key Specifications

• Part Number: 74AHCT244PW
• Package: TSSOP-20
• Function: Octal (Eight-Way) Buffer / Line Driver
• Output Type: Tri-State
• Logic Family: AHCT (Advanced High-Speed CMOS, TTL-compatible inputs)
• Quantity: 10 Pieces per pack
• Condition: New
• High-Concern Chemicals: None

Why Choose the 74AHCT244PW?

• Tri-State Outputs: Enables easy bus sharing and high-impedance mode for flexible circuit designs.
• AHCT Logic Family: TTL-compatible inputs with CMOS output levels — ideal for mixed 3.3V/5V systems.
• Compact TSSOP-20 Footprint: Perfect for space-constrained PCB layouts.
• High-Speed Switching: Suitable for demanding digital logic and signal buffering tasks.
• 10-Piece Value Pack: Great for prototyping, production runs, and keeping spares on hand.

Common Applications

• Data bus buffering and driving
• Signal isolation and level translation
• Microcontroller I/O expansion
• PCB prototyping and embedded systems development
• Industrial and consumer electronics design

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the 74AHCT244PW integrated circuit used for?

A: The 74AHCT244PW is an octal (eight-way) buffer and line driver IC with tri-state outputs. It is commonly used for data bus buffering, signal isolation, I/O expansion on microcontrollers, and driving signals across PCB traces in digital and embedded electronics applications.

Q: What does "tri-state output" mean on the 74AHCT244PW?

A: Tri-state outputs allow the IC to switch between logic HIGH, logic LOW, and a high-impedance (disconnected) state. This makes it possible for multiple devices to share the same data bus without interfering with each other, which is essential in bus-driven digital circuit designs.

Q: Is the TSSOP-20 package compatible with standard PCB designs?

A: Yes. The TSSOP-20 (Thin Shrink Small Outline Package) is a widely supported SMD (surface-mount device) footprint available in most PCB design libraries, including KiCad, Eagle, and Altium. It is well-suited for compact, high-density PCB layouts.

Q: How many ICs are included in this listing?

A: This listing includes a pack of 10 pieces of the 74AHCT244PW IC, all in new condition — ideal for prototyping, production use, or maintaining component inventory.