Texas Instruments 74HC00 Quad 2-Input NAND Logic Gate IC, DIP14

The Texas Instruments SN74HC00N is a high-quality, low-power integrated circuit (IC) containing four independent 2-input NAND gates. It is an essential component for digital logic design, providing reliable Boolean function execution with the formula Y = (A • B)' or Y = A' + B' in positive logic. This IC is part of the widely used 74HC family, known for its high-speed CMOS technology and excellent noise immunity.

Engineered for efficiency, this logic gate features exceptionally low power consumption, with a maximum supply current (ICC) of just 20µA. It offers a fast 8ns typical propagation delay time, enabling high-speed operation in various digital systems. The robust outputs are capable of driving up to 10 Low-power Schottky TTL (LSTTL) loads, ensuring compatibility with a broad range of digital circuitry. Each output provides a drive capability of ±4mA at 5V, while the inputs require a maximum current of only 1µA.

Housed in a classic 14-pin Dual In-line Package (DIP), this IC is perfectly suited for prototyping on breadboards or for permanent installation on printed circuit boards (PCBs). Its through-hole design makes it easy to handle and solder. With a wide operating supply voltage range from 2V to 6V and a broad temperature range from -40°C to 85°C, it is versatile enough for use in industrial, automotive, and consumer electronic applications, from simple educational projects to complex digital processors.

Key Specifications

• Logic Function: Quad 2-Input NAND Gate
• Package: 14-pin DIP (Dual In-line Package)
• Supply Voltage Range: 2V to 6V
• Typical Propagation Delay: 8ns
• Maximum Supply Current: 20µA
• Output Drive: ±4mA at 5V
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C
• Output Current: 5.2mA