DM74ALS521N

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Logic Device
• Characteristics: High-speed, TTL-compatible, 8-bit identity comparator
• Package: DIP (Dual In-line Package)
• Essence: The DM74ALS521N is a logic device that performs high-speed comparison of two 8-bit binary numbers.
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in tubes or reels, with varying quantities depending on the supplier.

Specifications

• Supply Voltage: 4.75V to 5.25V
• Operating Temperature: -55°C to +125°C
• Input Voltage: 0V to VCC
• Output Voltage: 0V to VCC
• Propagation Delay: 9ns (typical)
• Power Dissipation: 500mW (max)

Detailed Pin Configuration

The DM74ALS521N has a total of 20 pins, which are assigned specific functions as follows:

1. A0: Input pin for the least significant bit (LSB) of the first 8-bit number.
2. A1: Input pin for the second bit of the first 8-bit number.
3. A2: Input pin for the third bit of the first 8-bit number.
4. A3: Input pin for the fourth bit of the first 8-bit number.
5. A4: Input pin for the fifth bit of the first 8-bit number.
6. A5: Input pin for the sixth bit of the first 8-bit number.
7. A6: Input pin for the seventh bit of the first 8-bit number.
8. A7: Input pin for the most significant bit (MSB) of the first 8-bit number.
9. B0: Input pin for the LSB of the second 8-bit number.
10. B1: Input pin for the second bit of the second 8-bit number.
11. B2: Input pin for the third bit of the second 8-bit number.
12. B3: Input pin for the fourth bit of the second 8-bit number.
13. B4: Input pin for the fifth bit of the second 8-bit number.
14. B5: Input pin for the sixth bit of the second 8-bit number.
15. B6: Input pin for the seventh bit of the second 8-bit number.
16. B7: Input pin for the MSB of the second 8-bit number.
17. GND: Ground pin.
18. Y: Output pin indicating the result of the comparison (Y = 1 if A > B, Y = 0 otherwise).
19. VCC: Positive power supply pin.
20. NC: No connection pin.

Functional Features

• High-speed operation allows for quick comparison of two 8-bit numbers.
• TTL-compatible inputs and outputs ensure compatibility with other logic devices.
• Provides a straightforward way to determine if one 8-bit number is greater than another.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Fast propagation delay enables rapid comparison operations.
• Wide operating temperature range allows for use in various environments.
• Simple pin configuration facilitates easy integration into existing circuits.

Disadvantages

• Limited to comparing only 8-bit numbers.
• Requires external circuitry for more complex arithmetic operations.

Working Principles

The DM74ALS521N utilizes internal logic gates to compare the corresponding bits of two 8-bit numbers. The inputs are compared bit by bit, starting from the most significant bit (MSB) down to the least significant bit (LSB). The output pin (Y) indicates whether the first number is greater than the second number. If A > B, Y is set to 1; otherwise, it is set to 0.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The DM74ALS521N can be used in various applications that involve comparing two 8-bit binary numbers. Some potential application fields include:

1. Microcontrollers: The IC can be used in microcontroller-based systems to compare data values and make decisions based on the comparison results.
2. Digital Signal Processing: It can be employed in digital signal processing algorithms that require comparison operations, such as audio or image processing.
3. Data Sorting: The device can be utilized in sorting algorithms to compare and rearrange data elements based on their values.
4. Arithmetic Operations: The IC can be part of arithmetic circuits where comparisons are necessary for performing addition, subtraction, or other mathematical operations.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

• SN74ALS521N
• MC74ALS521N
• CD74ALS521N
• HD74ALS521N
• 74ALS521N

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