SN74HC04APWRG4 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The SN74HC04APWRG4 is a 6-channel inverter logic IC manufactured by Texas Instruments in a 14-TSSOP surface mount package. This part is classified as obsolete, which necessitates identification of equivalent substitute components for ongoing design support and procurement continuity. The SN74HC04 series provides standard CMOS inverter functionality suitable for digital logic applications requiring signal inversion across multiple channels.

Substiute Parts

SN74HC04APWRG4

Texas InstrumentsIn Stock: 1048SN74HC04APWRG4 Datasheet

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SN74HC04PWR

Texas InstrumentsIn Stock: 4950SN74HC04PWR Datasheet

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SN74HC04APWR

Texas InstrumentsIn Stock: 4910SN74HC04APWR Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the SN74HC04APWRG4 are qualified based on the following criteria:

Electrical Parameters (Must Match):

• Logic type: Inverter
• Number of circuits: 6
• Number of inputs: 1
• Supply voltage range: 2V ~ 6V
• Quiescent current: 2 µA maximum
• Output current: 5.2mA high and low
• Input logic levels: Low 0.5V ~ 1.8V, High 1.5V ~ 4.2V
• Operating temperature: -40°C ~ 85°C

Mechanical Parameters (Must Match):

• Package type: 14-TSSOP surface mount
• Package dimensions: 0.173" × 4.40mm width

Compliance Parameters (Must Match):

• RoHS3 compliance
• MSL rating: 1 (Unlimited)

Substitutes are grouped by packaging format (Tape & Reel vs. Cut Tape) and product status (Active vs. Obsolete). All qualified substitutes maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

SN74HC04PWR is a direct functional equivalent available in Cut Tape and Digi-Reel packaging formats. This part carries Active product status and maintains full electrical and mechanical compatibility with the SN74HC04APWRG4. The propagation delay specification is 16ns at 6V with 50pF load, which is within acceptable tolerance for standard logic applications. This substitute is suitable for designs where Cut Tape or Digi-Reel packaging accommodates procurement and assembly workflows.

SN74HC04APWR is a parametric equivalent available in Tape & Reel packaging format. This part carries Active product status and provides identical electrical specifications to the SN74HC04APWRG4, including the 13ns propagation delay at 6V with 50pF load. The packaging format matches the original part specification. This substitute is the preferred selection for designs requiring Tape & Reel format and where propagation delay performance is critical.

Both substitutes maintain ROHS3 compliance and MSL rating 1 (Unlimited), ensuring compatibility with standard manufacturing and storage requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can SN74HC04PWR replace SN74HC04APWRG4 in production assembly?

A: Yes. SN74HC04PWR is electrically and mechanically equivalent. The difference is packaging format: SN74HC04PWR uses Cut Tape and Digi-Reel, while SN74HC04APWRG4 uses Tape & Reel. Verify that your assembly equipment accommodates the packaging format before implementation.

Q: What is the difference between SN74HC04PWR and SN74HC04APWR?

A: Both are Active status substitutes with identical electrical specifications. The primary difference is packaging format: SN74HC04PWR is supplied in Cut Tape and Digi-Reel format, while SN74HC04APWR is supplied in Tape & Reel format. Propagation delay differs slightly (16ns vs. 13ns at 6V, 50pF), but both meet standard logic timing requirements.

Q: Why is the SN74HC04APWRG4 marked as obsolete?

A: Obsolete status indicates the part is no longer in active production. Active substitutes SN74HC04PWR and SN74HC04APWR provide equivalent functionality and are recommended for new designs and ongoing procurement.

Q: Are all three parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. SN74HC04APWRG4, SN74HC04PWR, and SN74HC04APWR are all ROHS3 compliant with MSL rating 1 (Unlimited), meeting standard environmental and reliability requirements.

Q: Does packaging format affect electrical performance?

A: No. Packaging format (Tape & Reel vs. Cut Tape) does not affect electrical performance. Selection should be based on assembly equipment compatibility and procurement workflow requirements.

Q: Can these parts be used interchangeably in the same circuit?

A: Yes, provided the packaging format is compatible with your assembly process. All three parts meet identical electrical specifications for supply voltage, logic levels, output current, and operating temperature.