Fairchild 74LVX244 Low Voltage Octal Buffer Line Driver with 3-STATE Outputs Data Sheet
Summary
Datasheet for Fairchild Semiconductor 74LVX244 low voltage octal buffer/line driver with 3-STATE outputs designed for memory address driving, clock driving, and bus-oriented transmitter/receiver applications. Features input voltage translation from 5V to 3V systems with wide supply voltage range 2.0V to 3.6V, guaranteed simultaneous switching noise level and improved dynamic threshold performance. Inputs tolerate up to 7V allowing 5V system interface with 3V systems. Includes 3-STATE output enab
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February 1993 Revised April 2005
74LVX244 Low Voltage Octal Buffer/Line Driver with 3-STATE Outputs General Description Features The LVX244 is an octal non-inverting buffer and line driver Input voltage translation from 5V to 3V designed to be employed as a memory address driver, Ideal for low power/low noise 3.3V applications clock driver and bus oriented transmitter or receiver which
■Guaranteed simultaneous switching noise level and
provides improved PC board density. The inputs tolerate up
dynamic threshold performance
to 7V allowing interface of 5V systems to 3V systems.
Ordering Code: Order Number Package Number Package Description 74LVX244M M20B 20-Lead Small Outline Integrated Circuit (SOIC), JEDEC MS-013, 0.300" Wide 74LVX244SJ M20D Pb-Free 20-Lead Small Outline Package (SOP), EIAJ TYPE II, 5.3mm Wide 74LVX244MTC MTC20 20-Lead Thin Shrink Small Outline Package (TSSOP), JEDEC MO-153, 4.4mm Wide Devices also available in Tape and Reel. Specify by appending suffix letter “X” to the ordering code. Pb-Free package per JEDEC J-STD-020B.
Logic Symbol Pin Descriptions
IEEE/IEC Pin Names Description
OE1, OE2 3-STATE Output Enable Inputs
I0–I7 Inputs
O0–O7 Outputs
Truth Tables Inputs Outputs
OE1 In (Pins 12, 14, 16, 18)
Connection Diagram
Inputs Outputs
OE2 In (Pins 3, 5, 7, 9)
H HIGH Voltage Level L LOW Voltage Level
X Immaterial Z High Impedance
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Manual Details
| Brand | Fairchild |
|---|---|
| Pages | 6 |
| File Size | 84.75 KB |
| Published | July 07, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary function and best use case for the LVX244?
It is an octal non-inverting buffer and line driver designed for low power, low noise 3.3V applications, ideal for memory address drivers.
Is the device compatible with both 5V and 3V systems?
Yes, inputs tolerate up to 7V, allowing interfacing of 5V systems to 3V systems using input voltage translation.
Are there multiple packaging options available for this component?
Yes. Options include SOIC (M20B), SOP (M20D - Pb-Free), and TSSOP (MTC20).
What must be done with unused inputs to ensure proper operation?
Unused inputs must always be held either HIGH or LOW; they may not float.