Encyclopedia Entry: 74ACT16623DLR

Product Overview

Category

The 74ACT16623DLR belongs to the category of integrated circuits (ICs) and specifically falls under the family of digital logic devices.

Use

This IC is commonly used in various electronic applications that require data storage, manipulation, and transfer. It is particularly useful in digital systems where parallel-to-serial or serial-to-parallel conversion is required.

Characteristics

• High-speed operation: The 74ACT16623DLR is designed to operate at high clock frequencies, making it suitable for time-critical applications.
• Wide voltage range: It can operate within a wide voltage range, typically between 2V and 6V, allowing compatibility with different power supply levels.
• Low power consumption: This IC is designed to minimize power consumption, making it energy-efficient.
• Robust design: The 74ACT16623DLR is built to withstand harsh environmental conditions and provide reliable performance.

Package

The 74ACT16623DLR is available in a Dual-In-Line (DIP) package. The DIP package consists of a rectangular plastic body with two parallel rows of pins extending from its bottom surface.

Essence

The essence of the 74ACT16623DLR lies in its ability to store and manipulate digital data efficiently. It acts as a bridge between parallel and serial data formats, enabling seamless data transfer between different components of a digital system.

Packaging/Quantity

The 74ACT16623DLR is typically sold in reels or tubes containing multiple units. The exact quantity may vary depending on the supplier and customer requirements.

Specifications

• Supply Voltage Range: 2V to 6V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Logic Family: Advanced CMOS Technology (ACT)
• Number of Pins: 48
• Data Width: 16 bits
• Clock Input: Single clock input for synchronization

Detailed Pin Configuration

The pin configuration of the 74ACT16623DLR is as follows:

+-------------------+ A1 |1 48| VCC A2 |2 47| B1 A3 |3 46| B2 A4 |4 45| B3 A5 |5 44| B4 A6 |6 43| B5 A7 |7 42| B6 A8 |8 41| B7 A9 |9 40| B8 A10 |10 39| B9 A11 |11 38| B10 A12 |12 37| B11 A13 |13 36| B12 A14 |14 35| B13 A15 |15 34| B14 A16 |16 33| B15 GND |17 32| B16 OE |18 31| CLK LE |19 30| Q16 D1 |20 29| Q15 D2 |21 28| Q14 D3 |22 27| Q13 D4 |23 26| Q12 D5 |24 25| Q11 +-------------------+

Functional Features

The 74ACT16623DLR offers the following functional features:

• Parallel-to-serial conversion: It can convert 16 parallel input data lines (A1-A16) into a single serial output stream.
• Serial-to-parallel conversion: It can convert a serial input stream into 16 parallel output data lines (Q1-Q16).
• Clock synchronization: The IC uses a clock input (CLK) to synchronize the data transfer process.
• Output enable control: The OE pin allows the user to enable or disable the output.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• High-speed operation enables efficient data transfer.
• Wide voltage range provides flexibility in power supply selection.
• Low power consumption contributes to energy efficiency.
• Robust design ensures reliability in various environments.

Disadvantages

• Limited data width of 16 bits may not be suitable for applications requiring larger data storage or manipulation.
• The DIP package may not be ideal for space-constrained designs.

Working Principles

The 74ACT16623DLR operates based on the principles of digital logic. When the clock signal is applied, the IC reads the parallel input data and shifts it out serially. Conversely, when a serial input stream is provided,