SN74HC32 Quad 2-Input OR Gate ?C SOIC-14 | Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments SN74HC32 ?C Quad OR Gate for Standard CMOS Logic Applications

De SN74HC32 is a high-speed CMOS logic IC that features four independent 2-input OR gates. Manufactured by IC-fabrikant, this device is optimized for high-performance digital systems requiring low power consumption, broad voltage compatibility, and fast logic processing.

Each gate in the SN74HC32 performs the Boolean logic function Y = A + B. The OR function is essential in many digital control and signal processing applications. The device is particularly useful in embedded and timing systems where signal detection or logical enable conditions must be processed accurately.

Key Electrical Characteristics and Specifications

Parameter	Waarde	Eenheid
Logic Function	Quad 2-Input OR Gate	–
Number of Gates	4	–
Voedingsspanning	2 to 6	V
Propagation Delay (at 5V)	10	ns
High-Level Input Voltage (Min)	3.15 (at 4.5V Vcc)	V
Low-Level Input Voltage (Max)	1.35 (at 4.5V Vcc)	V
Output Drive	??4 mA	–
Pakket	SOIC-14	–

Why Choose SN74HC32 Over Other Logic Gates?

• CMOS Technology: Offers excellent speed-power tradeoff, consuming significantly less current compared to TTL devices.
• Broad Voltage Compatibility: Supports both 3.3V and 5V logic levels, ideal for modern embedded and consumer systems.
• Noise Immunity: TTL-compatible inputs with defined thresholds reduce the risk of false triggering in noisy environments.
• Temperature Reliability: Operational range from -40??C to +85??C makes it suitable for industrial and outdoor applications.

Typische toepassingen

• Digital control logic and enable signals
• Alarm logic and fault detection systems
• Embedded controllers and timing circuits
• General-purpose signal routing and processing
• Smart appliances and industrial automation logic

Veelgestelde vragen (FAQ)

What function does the SN74HC32 perform?

This IC contains four 2-input OR gates. It outputs a high signal when either or both of the inputs are high, making it useful in detection and enable circuits.

Can SN74HC32 operate in both 3.3V and 5V logic systems?

Yes. The device is designed to work reliably from 2V to 6V, making it fully compatible with both 3.3V and 5V logic applications commonly found in embedded systems.

What is the power consumption of the SN74HC32?

It uses CMOS technology that ensures low static and dynamic power consumption, helping extend battery life in portable systems and reducing heat generation in dense PCBs.

Is the SN74HC32 suitable for industrial environments?

Absolutely. With an operational temperature range of -40??C to +85??C and robust electrical characteristics, it is built to perform reliably in industrial and commercial equipment.

How do I integrate SN74HC32 into a mixed-signal system?

The device offers TTL-compatible inputs and CMOS outputs, enabling easy interfacing with a wide variety of digital components and microcontrollers without additional buffering.