SN74LVC04APWRE4 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The SN74LVC04APWRE4 is a 6-channel inverter logic IC manufactured by Texas Instruments in 14-TSSOP surface mount packaging. This part is discontinued at DiGi Electronics, making equivalent substitutes necessary for ongoing production and maintenance applications. The SN74LVC04APWRE4 operates across a 1.65V to 3.6V supply voltage range with low quiescent current and fast propagation delay characteristics suitable for low-power digital logic applications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Logic Type	Inverter
Number of Circuits	6
Number of Inputs	1
Voltage - Supply	1.65V ~ 3.6V
Current - Quiescent (Max)	1 µA
Current - Output High, Low	24mA, 24mA
Input Logic Level - Low	0.7V ~ 0.8V
Input Logic Level - High	1.7V ~ 2V
Max Propagation Delay @ V, Max CL	4.3ns @ 3.3V, 50pF
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 125°C
Package / Case	14-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution for the SN74LVC04APWRE4 is determined by matching the following critical parameters:

Logic Type: Inverter with 6 channels, 1 input per channel
Package: 14-TSSOP surface mount form factor
Supply Voltage Range: Minimum 1.65V support required
Output Current: 24mA high and low drive capability
Propagation Delay: Maximum 4.3ns at 3.3V, 50pF load
Operating Temperature: -40°C to 125°C range
Compliance: ROHS3, MSL Level 1

Substitutes are categorized into two groups: parametric equivalents from Texas Instruments with identical electrical specifications and packaging variants, and manufacturer-recommended alternatives from onsemi and Nexperia that maintain functional compatibility within specified parameter tolerances.

Parameter Comparison

Part Number	Manufacturer	Product Status	Voltage - Supply	Current - Quiescent (Max)	Max Propagation Delay @ 3.3V, 50pF	Operating Temperature	Packaging
SN74LVC04APWRE4	Texas Instruments	Discontinued at DiGi Electronics	1.65V ~ 3.6V	1 µA	4.3ns	-40°C ~ 125°C	Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel®
SN74LVC04APWR	Texas Instruments	Active	1.65V ~ 3.6V	1 µA	4.3ns	-40°C ~ 125°C	Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel®
SN74LVC04APWRG3	Texas Instruments	Active	1.65V ~ 3.6V	1 µA	4.3ns	-40°C ~ 125°C	Tape & Reel (TR)
SN74LVC04APWRG4	Texas Instruments	Discontinued at DiGi Electronics	1.65V ~ 3.6V	1 µA	4.3ns	-40°C ~ 125°C	Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel®
SN74LVC04APWT	Texas Instruments	Active	1.65V ~ 3.6V	1 µA	4.3ns	-40°C ~ 125°C	Tape & Reel (TR)
74LCX04MTCX	onsemi	Active	2V ~ 3.6V	10 µA	5.2ns	-40°C ~ 85°C	Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel®
74LVC04APW,118	Nexperia USA Inc.	Active	1.2V ~ 3.6V	40 µA	4.5ns	-40°C ~ 125°C	Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel®
MC74LCX04DTG	onsemi	Active	2V ~ 3.6V	10 µA	5.2ns	-55°C ~ 125°C	Tube
MC74LCX04DTR2G	onsemi	Active	2V ~ 3.6V	10 µA	5.2ns	-55°C ~ 125°C	Tape & Reel (TR)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitutes (Texas Instruments 74LVC04 Series):

SN74LVC04APWR and SN74LVC04APWT are direct parametric equivalents with identical electrical specifications and active product status. Selection between these depends on packaging requirements: SN74LVC04APWR is available in Cut Tape format with 3657 units in stock, while SN74LVC04APWT is available in Tape & Reel format with 727 units in stock. SN74LVC04APWRG3 offers the highest inventory availability at 10461 units in Tape & Reel packaging and maintains full parametric equivalence.

Secondary Substitutes (Manufacturer-Recommended Alternatives):

74LVC04APW,118 from Nexperia maintains the full -40°C to 125°C operating temperature range and supports the extended 1.2V to 3.6V supply voltage. Quiescent current is higher at 40 µA compared to 1 µA for the original part, and propagation delay is marginally increased to 4.5ns. This part is suitable for applications where the lower supply voltage floor is beneficial and quiescent current elevation is acceptable.

MC74LCX04DTG and MC74LCX04DTR2G from onsemi are functionally compatible alternatives with extended temperature range to -55°C. These parts operate within the 2V to 3.6V supply range, have 10 µA quiescent current, and 5.2ns propagation delay. The extended lower operating temperature to -55°C makes these suitable for industrial and automotive applications requiring wider temperature margins. MC74LCX04DTR2G in Tape & Reel format provides 2099 units in stock.

74LCX04MTCX from onsemi offers the highest inventory at 100400 units with identical electrical performance to MC74LCX04 variants but limited to -40°C to 85°C operating range.

All substitute parts maintain ROHS3 compliance, MSL Level 1 rating, and 14-TSSOP package compatibility.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use SN74LVC04APWR as a direct replacement for SN74LVC04APWRE4?

A: Yes. SN74LVC04APWR is a parametric equivalent with identical voltage supply range (1.65V ~ 3.6V), quiescent current (1 µA), output current (24mA), propagation delay (4.3ns @ 3.3V, 50pF), and operating temperature range (-40°C ~ 125°C). The only difference is packaging format and active product status. Both use 14-TSSOP surface mount packaging.

Q: What is the difference between SN74LVC04APWR and SN74LVC04APWRG3?

A: These parts are parametrically identical. The difference is packaging format: SN74LVC04APWR is supplied in Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel® format, while SN74LVC04APWRG3 is supplied in Tape & Reel (TR) format. SN74LVC04APWRG3 has significantly higher inventory availability (10461 units vs. 3657 units).

Q: Can I substitute the onsemi MC74LCX04DTR2G for the original SN74LVC04APWRE4?

A: MC74LCX04DTR2G is functionally compatible with parameter deviations. The supply voltage range is narrower (2V ~ 3.6V vs. 1.65V ~ 3.6V), quiescent current is higher (10 µA vs. 1 µA), and propagation delay is slightly longer (5.2ns vs. 4.3ns). Operating temperature extends to -55°C. This substitution is acceptable for applications operating above 2V supply and where the increased quiescent current and propagation delay do not impact system performance.

Q: What are the packaging differences among the substitute parts?

A: Substitute parts are available in three packaging formats: Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel® for automated pick-and-place assembly, Tape & Reel (TR) for high-volume production, and Tube for manual handling. All maintain the same 14-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width) physical form factor and pin configuration. Selection depends on assembly process requirements and order quantity.

Q: Is the Nexperia 74LVC04APW,118 suitable for low-voltage applications?

A: Yes. The Nexperia part supports a lower supply voltage floor of 1.2V compared to 1.65V for the original part, making it suitable for applications requiring operation at lower supply voltages. However, quiescent current is elevated to 40 µA, and propagation delay increases to 4.5ns. These parameters must be evaluated against application requirements.

Q: Do all substitute parts maintain ROHS3 compliance?

A: Yes. All listed substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant with MSL Level 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating, matching the original SN74LVC04APWRE4 compliance profile.

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