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SN74AHC Advanced High-Speed CMOS Logic Variants

Texas Instruments SN74AHC devices are Advanced High-Speed CMOS logic ICs for fast 2 V to 5.5 V digital designs using gates, inverters, buffers, flip-flops, and bus functions.

Speed class

Improves timing margin compared with many standard HC logic paths.

Voltage class

Supports common low-voltage and 5 V CMOS systems.

Package range

Works for both local logic fixes and broader board-level functions.

Fast CMOS logic for modernized 5 V and 3.3 V boards

Review SN74AHC variants by logic function, drive current, package, timing, and temperature range.

The SN74AHC family is Texas Instruments' Advanced High-Speed CMOS logic series. It offers standard 74-series functions with faster switching than many HC devices while keeping CMOS input behavior and low static power. The catalog includes single and multi-gate logic, inverters, buffers, latches, flip-flops, multiplexers, and selected bus-interface devices in compact SMT packages and some service-friendly formats.

SN74AHC is useful when a board needs 3.3 V or 5 V CMOS logic with tighter propagation-delay targets than older HC logic. Many variants support 2 V to 5.5 V operation and are available in SOIC, TSSOP, VQFN, SOT-23, SC-70, and related small packages. Because AHC inputs use CMOS thresholds, TTL-level compatibility should not be assumed. For TTL-compatible 5 V inputs, the AHCT family is usually the closer starting point.

Key Features

  • Faster CMOS option than many standard HC devices
  • Supports common 3.3 V and 5 V CMOS digital rails
  • Small package choices for dense logic placement
  • Broad function coverage from simple gates to bus support
  • Good fit when CMOS thresholds and low static current are desired

Target Applications

  • High-speed glue logic on embedded boards
  • Clocked control and decode logic
  • Consumer and industrial digital interfaces
  • Compact logic replacement for older HC functions
  • FPGA, MCU, and peripheral support circuits

Ordering Variants

Compare 261 SN74AHC part numbers by package, electrical parameters, lifecycle, and availability. Use RFQ for stock and lead-time confirmation.

Part NumberDescriptionPackage TypeManufacturerLifecycleRoHSAvailabilityAction
SN74AHC374DWRPackage: SOIC | Max Supply Voltage: 5.5V | Min Supply Voltage: 2V | Output Current: 8mA | Number of Outputs: 8 | Number of Bits: 8 | Frequency: 110MHz | Max Frequency: 110MHzSOICTexas InstrumentsActiveCompliantIn Stock
SN74AHC574DWG4Package: SOIC | Max Supply Voltage: 5.5V | Min Supply Voltage: 2V | Output Current: 8mA | Number of Outputs: 8 | Number of Bits: 8 | Frequency: 115MHz | Logic Function: D-Type, Flip-FlopSOICTexas InstrumentsActiveCompliantIn Stock
SN74AHC123ADG4Package: SOIC | Operating Supply Voltage: 5V | Max Supply Voltage: 5.5V | Min Supply Voltage: 2V | Output Current: 8mA | Number of Bits: 2 | Logic Function: Multivibrator | Max Operating Temp: 85°CSOICTexas InstrumentsActiveCompliantIn Stock
SN74AHC273DWRPackage: SOIC | Max Supply Voltage: 5.5V | Min Supply Voltage: 2V | Output Current: 8mA | Number of Bits: 8 | Frequency: 100MHz | Max Frequency: 100MHz | Logic Function: D-Type, Flip-FlopSOICTexas InstrumentsActiveCompliantIn Stock
SN74AHC74DRPackage: SOIC | Max Supply Voltage: 5.5V | Min Supply Voltage: 2V | Output Current: 8mA | Number of Bits: 2 | Frequency: 75MHz | Max Frequency: 75MHz | Logic Function: D-Type, Flip-FlopSOICTexas InstrumentsActiveCompliantIn Stock
SN74AHC74DRE4Package: SOIC | Max Supply Voltage: 5.5V | Min Supply Voltage: 2V | Output Current: 8mA | Number of Bits: 2 | Frequency: 115MHz | Logic Function: D-Type, Flip-Flop | Max Operating Temp: 125°CSOICTexas InstrumentsActiveCompliantIn Stock
SN74AHC74NPackage: PDIP | Max Supply Voltage: 5.5V | Min Supply Voltage: 2V | Output Voltage: 5.5V | Output Current: 8mA | Number of Bits: 2 | Frequency: 115MHz | Max Frequency: 75MHzPDIPTexas InstrumentsActiveCompliantIn Stock
SN74AHC74PWPackage: TSSOP | Max Supply Voltage: 5.5V | Min Supply Voltage: 2V | Output Current: 8mA | Number of Bits: 2 | Frequency: 115MHz | Max Frequency: 75MHz | Logic Function: D-Type, Flip-FlopTSSOPTexas InstrumentsActiveCompliantIn Stock
SN74AHC08NPackage: PDIP | Max Supply Voltage: 5.5V | Min Supply Voltage: 2V | Output Voltage: 5.5V | Output Current: 8mA | Max Output Current: 8mA | Number of Outputs: 1 | Number of Bits: 4PDIPTexas InstrumentsActiveCompliantIn Stock
SN74AHC132NPackage: PDIP | Max Supply Voltage: 5.5V | Min Supply Voltage: 2V | Output Current: 8mA | Max Output Current: 8mA | Number of Outputs: 1 | Number of Bits: 4 | Logic Function: NAND GATEPDIPTexas InstrumentsActiveCompliantIn Stock
SN74AHC14DPackage: SOIC | Max Supply Voltage: 5.5V | Min Supply Voltage: 2V | Output Current: 8mA | Number of Bits: 6 | Logic Function: Buffer, Inverter, Schmitt Trigger | Max Operating Temp: 125°C | Min Operating Temp: -40°CSOICTexas InstrumentsActiveCompliantIn Stock
SN74AHC14NPackage: PDIP | Operating Supply Voltage: 5V | Max Supply Voltage: 5.5V | Min Supply Voltage: 2V | Output Current: 8mA | Max Output Current: 8mA | Number of Bits: 6 | Logic Function: Buffer, Inverter, Schmitt TriggerPDIPTexas InstrumentsActiveCompliantIn Stock
SN74AHC1G00DCKRPackage: SC | Max Supply Voltage: 5.5V | Min Supply Voltage: 2V | Output Current: 8mA | Max Output Current: 8mA | Number of Outputs: 1 | Number of Bits: 1 | Logic Function: NAND GATESCTexas InstrumentsActiveCompliantIn Stock
SN74AHC1G02DCKTPackage: SC | Max Supply Voltage: 5.5V | Min Supply Voltage: 2V | Output Current: 8mA | Max Output Current: 8mA | Number of Outputs: 1 | Number of Bits: 1 | Logic Function: NOR GATESCTexas InstrumentsActiveCompliantIn Stock
SN74AHC1G86DBVTPackage: SOT-23 | Max Supply Voltage: 5.5V | Min Supply Voltage: 2V | Output Current: 8mA | Max Output Current: 8mA | Number of Outputs: 1 | Number of Bits: 1 | Logic Function: XOR GATE, OR GATESOT-23Texas InstrumentsActiveCompliantIn Stock
SN74AHC1G86QDBVRQ1Package: SOT-23-5 | Max Supply Voltage: 5.5V | Min Supply Voltage: 2V | Number of Channels: 1 | Number of Outputs: 1 | Number of Bits: 1 | Logic Function: XOR GATE, OR GATE | Max Operating Temp: 125°CSOT-23-5Texas InstrumentsActiveCompliantIn Stock
SN74AHC32PWPackage: TSSOP | Max Supply Voltage: 5.5V | Min Supply Voltage: 2V | Output Current: 8mA | Max Output Current: 8mA | Number of Outputs: 1 | Number of Bits: 4 | Logic Function: OR GATETSSOPTexas InstrumentsActiveCompliantIn Stock
SN74AHC174DG4Package: SOIC | Max Supply Voltage: 5.5V | Min Supply Voltage: 2V | Output Current: 8mA | Number of Bits: 6 | Frequency: 180MHz | Logic Function: D-Type | Max Operating Temp: 85°CSOICTexas InstrumentsActiveCompliantIn Stock
SN74AHC594DE4Package: SOIC | Operating Supply Voltage: 5V | Max Supply Voltage: 5.5V | Min Supply Voltage: 2V | Number of Bits: 8 | Logic Function: Shift Register | Max Operating Temp: 85°C | Min Operating Temp: -40°CSOICTexas InstrumentsActiveCompliantIn Stock
SN74AHC595PWPackage: TSSOP | Max Supply Voltage: 5.5V | Min Supply Voltage: 2V | Number of Bits: 8 | Logic Function: Shift Register | Max Operating Temp: 125°C | Min Operating Temp: -40°CTSSOPTexas InstrumentsActiveCompliantIn Stock

Ordering Code Differences

How suffixes on SN74AHC map to package, grade, and reel options.

[{"code":"SN74AHC1G / 2G","meaning":"Single- and dual-gate versions for local point-of-use logic."},{"code":"SN74AHC00 / 02 / 04 / 08","meaning":"Standard NAND, NOR, inverter, and AND functions."},{"code":"AHC vs AHCT","meaning":"AHC uses CMOS input thresholds; AHCT is intended for TTL-compatible input levels at 5 V."},{"code":"D, PW, DBV, DCK, RGY suffixes","meaning":"Package and tape identifiers. Confirm pinout, thermal, and land pattern details."}]

How to Choose the Right SN74AHC Buffers, Drivers, Receivers and Transceivers

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Use AHC for CMOS signals

AHC is best when the driving device provides CMOS-level highs and lows over the selected supply rail.

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Check edge rates

Faster edges can expose ringing, crosstalk, or EMI issues on long traces and connectors.

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Compare output drive

Drive current and capacitive load limits determine whether a buffer or bus device is needed.

Technical Specifications

Core parameters for SN74AHC product family

Logic family
Advanced High-Speed CMOS
Typical supply range
2 V to 5.5 V on many variants
Input behavior
CMOS thresholds
Common packages
SOIC, TSSOP, VQFN, SOT-23, SC-70
Typical role
Fast CMOS gates, buffers, and sequential logic

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common technical questions about the SN74AHC product family.

SN74AHC devices provide fast CMOS gates, buffers, inverters, flip-flops, and bus logic for 3.3 V and 5 V digital systems.
Do not assume TTL compatibility. AHC uses CMOS input thresholds; AHCT variants are usually chosen when TTL-level inputs are required at 5 V.
AHC is an advanced high-speed CMOS family with faster switching characteristics on many functions, but pinout and electrical behavior still need exact-part verification.