CD74ACT541M96E4 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The CD74ACT541M96E4 is a non-inverting buffer logic integrated circuit manufactured by Texas Instruments, designed for 8-bit bus driving applications with 3-state output capability. This device operates across a 4.5V to 5.5V supply voltage range and is housed in a 20-SOIC surface mount package.

The CD74ACT541M96E4 is currently discontinued at DiGi Electronics. Equivalent and substitute parts are available from multiple manufacturers including onsemi and Fairchild Semiconductor, offering identical or compatible electrical and mechanical specifications to maintain design continuity and system functionality.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Specification
Logic Type	Buffer, Non-Inverting
Number of Elements	1
Number of Bits per Element	8
Output Type	3-State
Current - Output High, Low	24mA, 24mA
Voltage - Supply	4.5V ~ 5.5V
Operating Temperature Range	-55°C ~ 125°C (TA)
Package / Case	20-SOIC (0.295", 7.50mm Width)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Base Product Number	74ACT541
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the CD74ACT541M96E4 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Electrical Equivalence Requirements:

Logic Type: Buffer, Non-Inverting
Number of Elements: 1
Number of Bits per Element: 8
Output Type: 3-State
Current - Output High, Low: 24mA, 24mA
Voltage - Supply: 4.5V ~ 5.5V
Package / Case: 20-SOIC (0.295", 7.50mm Width)

Mechanical Equivalence Requirements:

Mounting Type: Surface Mount
Supplier Device Package: 20-SOIC

All substitute parts listed maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications. Operating temperature ranges and moisture sensitivity levels may vary between manufacturers and packaging options. Packaging format (Tape & Reel, Cut Tape, Bulk, or Tube) differs but does not affect functional compatibility.

Parameter Comparison

Part Number	Manufacturer	Logic Type	Elements / Bits	Output Type	Current (mA)	Supply Voltage	Temp Range (°C)	Package	Status	Packaging Format
CD74ACT541M96E4	Texas Instruments	Buffer, Non-Inverting	1 / 8	3-State	24 / 24	4.5V ~ 5.5V	-55 ~ 125	20-SOIC	Discontinued	Tape & Reel (TR)
CD74ACT541M96	Texas Instruments	Buffer, Non-Inverting	1 / 8	3-State	24 / 24	4.5V ~ 5.5V	-55 ~ 125	20-SOIC	Active	Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel®
MC74ACT541DWR2G	onsemi	Buffer, Non-Inverting	1 / 8	3-State	24 / 24	4.5V ~ 5.5V	-40 ~ 85	20-SOIC	Active	Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel®
74ACT541SC	Fairchild Semiconductor	Buffer, Non-Inverting	1 / 8	3-State	24 / 24	4.5V ~ 5.5V	-40 ~ 85	20-SOIC	Active	Bulk
74ACT541SCX	onsemi	Buffer, Non-Inverting	1 / 8	3-State	24 / 24	4.5V ~ 5.5V	-40 ~ 85	20-SOIC	Active	Tape & Reel (TR)
MC74ACT541DWG	onsemi	Buffer, Non-Inverting	1 / 8	3-State	24 / 24	4.5V ~ 5.5V	-40 ~ 85	20-SOIC	Active	Tube

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitute (Highest Compatibility): CD74ACT541M96 from Texas Instruments is the direct parametric equivalent with identical electrical specifications and operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 125°C). This part maintains full compatibility with the original CD74ACT541M96E4 design and is currently in active production status.

Alternative Substitutes (Active Status, Narrower Temperature Range): MC74ACT541DWR2G, 74ACT541SC, 74ACT541SCX, and MC74ACT541DWG all maintain identical electrical specifications (4.5V ~ 5.5V supply, 24mA output current, 3-state output, 20-SOIC package). These parts operate within a narrower temperature range (-40°C ~ 85°C) compared to the original specification (-55°C ~ 125°C). Selection among these alternatives depends on application temperature requirements and packaging format availability.

All substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, maintaining regulatory compliance equivalent to the original part.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can CD74ACT541M96 directly replace CD74ACT541M96E4? A: Yes. CD74ACT541M96 is a parametric equivalent with identical electrical specifications, output current (24mA), supply voltage range (4.5V ~ 5.5V), and operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 125°C). The only difference is packaging format: CD74ACT541M96 is supplied in Cut Tape & Digi-Reel format rather than Tape & Reel.

Q: What is the difference between onsemi and Fairchild Semiconductor versions? A: MC74ACT541DWR2G, 74ACT541SCX, and MC74ACT541DWG are onsemi products. 74ACT541SC is from Fairchild Semiconductor. All maintain identical electrical specifications (4.5V ~ 5.5V, 24mA output, 3-state output, 20-SOIC package). Differences exist only in operating temperature range (-40°C ~ 85°C for onsemi and Fairchild versions versus -55°C ~ 125°C for Texas Instruments versions) and packaging format.

Q: Are there temperature range limitations with substitute parts? A: Yes. onsemi (MC74ACT541DWR2G, 74ACT541SCX, MC74ACT541DWG) and Fairchild Semiconductor (74ACT541SC) versions operate from -40°C ~ 85°C, which is narrower than the original CD74ACT541M96E4 specification of -55°C ~ 125°C. Applications requiring operation below -40°C or above 85°C must use CD74ACT541M96 from Texas Instruments.

Q: What packaging formats are available? A: CD74ACT541M96E4 was supplied in Tape & Reel (TR). Alternatives include: CD74ACT541M96 (Cut Tape & Digi-Reel), MC74ACT541DWR2G (Cut Tape & Digi-Reel), 74ACT541SC (Bulk), 74ACT541SCX (Tape & Reel), and MC74ACT541DWG (Tube). Packaging format does not affect electrical or mechanical compatibility.

Q: Are all substitutes RoHS3 compliant? A: Yes. All listed substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, maintaining regulatory compliance with the original CD74ACT541M96E4.

Q: What is the moisture sensitivity level difference? A: CD74ACT541M96E4 and CD74ACT541M96 have MSL 1 (Unlimited). onsemi and Fairchild versions have MSL 3 (168 Hours). This affects storage and handling requirements but not functional compatibility.

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