Encyclopedia Entry: 74ALVCH16721DGVRE4

Product Information Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Logic Level Translator
• Characteristics: High-speed, low-power, voltage-level translation
• Package: VFBGA (Very Fine Pitch Ball Grid Array)
• Essence: Translates signals between different voltage levels
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and Reel, 2500 units per reel

Specifications

The 74ALVCH16721DGVRE4 is a logic level translator integrated circuit designed for high-speed and low-power applications. It provides voltage-level translation between two different voltage domains, making it suitable for interfacing between devices operating at different logic levels.

Key specifications of the 74ALVCH16721DGVRE4 include:

• Supply Voltage Range: 1.2V to 3.6V
• Input Voltage Range (A Port): 0V to VCC_A
• Input Voltage Range (B Port): 0V to VCC_B
• Output Voltage Range (A Port): 0V to VCC_A
• Output Voltage Range (B Port): 0V to VCC_B
• Maximum Data Rate: 400 Mbps
• Low Power Consumption: < 10µA in standby mode
• ESD Protection: > 2000V HBM (Human Body Model)

Detailed Pin Configuration

The 74ALVCH16721DGVRE4 has a total of 56 pins arranged in a VFBGA package. The pin configuration is as follows:

+-------------------+ B1 |1 56| VCC_B A1 |2 55| OE# Y1 |3 54| B2 GND |4 53| A2 Y2 |5 52| GND B3 |6 51| Y3 A3 |7 50| GND Y3 |8 49| A3 GND |9 48| B3 Y4 |10 47| GND B4 |11 46| Y4 A4 |12 45| GND Y5 |13 44| A4 GND |14 43| B4 Y6 |15 42| GND B5 |16 41| Y5 A5 |17 40| GND Y7 |18 39| A5 GND |19 38| B5 Y8 |20 37| GND B6 |21 36| Y6 A6 |22 35| GND Y9 |23 34| A6 GND |24 33| B6 Y10 |25 32| GND B7 |26 31| Y7 A7 |27 30| GND Y11 |28 29| A7 +-------------------+

Functional Features

The 74ALVCH16721DGVRE4 offers the following functional features:

1. Voltage-Level Translation: It enables bidirectional translation of signals between two voltage domains, allowing seamless communication between devices operating at different logic levels.
2. High-Speed Operation: The IC is designed for high-speed applications, supporting data rates of up to 400 Mbps.
3. Low Power Consumption: It consumes minimal power, making it suitable for battery-powered devices and energy-efficient systems.
4. ESD Protection: The IC provides robust electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection, ensuring reliable operation in harsh environments.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages of using the 74ALVCH16721DGVRE4 include:

• Efficient voltage-level translation between different logic levels
• High-speed operation for fast data transfer
• Low power consumption for energy-efficient designs
• Robust ESD protection for enhanced reliability

Disadvantages of the 74ALVCH16721DGVRE4 include:

• Limited voltage range support (1.2V to 3.6V)
• Requires careful consideration of input/output voltage compatibility

Working Principles

The 74ALVCH16721DGVRE4 utilizes a combination of MOSFETs and CMOS technology to achieve voltage-level translation. It employs level-shifting techniques to convert signals from one voltage domain to another while maintaining signal integrity and minimizing power consumption.