Alternatives to Texas Instruments SN74AHC541PW
Texas Instruments SN74AHC541PW and its qualified second sources, compared on form/fit/function, stock, lifecycle and price — the same checks Parter runs inside a BOM.
 SN74AHC541PWTexas Instruments | SN74AHC541PWRTexas Instruments |  74AHC541PW,118Nexperia USA Inc. | +2more | |
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| FFF Compatibility | Shares the exact same pinout, package footprint (TSSOP-20), and electrical specifications from the same datasheet.Utilizes the identical 20-TSSOP package with standard physical dimensions and mounting footprint.Maintains the same 2V to 5.5V supply voltage, 3-state non-inverting buffer function, and electrical characteristics. | Pin layout and physical footprint are identical, but minor variations exist in naming conventions (e.g., 0-indexed A0-A7/Y0-Y7 vs 1-indexed A1-A8/Y1-Y8, and OE nomenclature).Identical 20-TSSOP package (SOT360-1) matching the standard footprint and thickness.Matches the 74AHC logic family characteristics, supply range (2V to 5.5V), and output drive capabilities. | ||
 AI Summary | SN74AHC541PW by Texas Instruments: Buffer, Non-Inverting 1 Element 8 Bit per Element 3-State Output 20-TSSOP. | This is the direct tape-and-reel (T&R) packaged sibling of the original part, sharing the identical silicon and datasheet specifications while remaining in active production.
| An active, highly compatible direct alternative from Nexperia's 74AHC family that matches the electrical and thermal specifications.
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| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete | Active | Active | |
| Market Availability | In stock | In stock | In stock | |
| REACH | REACH | REACH | REACH | |
| RoHS | RoHS | RoHS | RoHS | |
| Description | Buffer, Non-Inverting 1 Element 8 Bit per Element 3-State Output 20-TSSOP | Buffer, Non-Inverting 1 Element 8 Bit per Element 3-State Output 20-TSSOP | Buffer, Non-Inverting 8-Bit 3-State Output 20-TSSOP | |
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | Nexperia USA Inc. | |
| Type | Logic | Logic | Logic | |
| Datasheet | Open | Open | Open | |
| Lead Time | 6 weeks | 16 weeks | 53 weeks | |
| Country of Origin | - | - | - | |
| Export Control Class Number | EAR99 | EAR99 | EAR99 | |
| HTSUS Code | 8542.39.0070 | - | - | |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | 1 (Unlimited) | - | - | |
| Logic Type | Buffer, Non-Inverting | - | - | |
| Output Type | 3-State | - | - | |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount | - | - | |
| Package / Case | 20-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width) | - | - | |
| Voltage - Supply | 2V ~ 5.5V | - | - |
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Frequently asked questions
Yes. The Texas Instruments SN74AHC541PW is marked obsolete, so the manufacturer has discontinued it and any remaining supply is limited to distributor stock. The qualified second sources on this page are active parts you can design in today.
The closest qualified second sources for the Texas Instruments SN74AHC541PW are the SN74AHC541PWR (Texas Instruments) and the 74AHC541PW,118 (Nexperia USA Inc.), out of 4 matched alternatives in total. Each is compared against the original on fit, form and function in the table above.
Partly. Some alternatives to the SN74AHC541PW are full fit-, form- and function-compatible drop-ins, while others match on function but differ in package or a key parameter. Check the fit/form/function notes in the table and the datasheet for your application before swapping.
The SN74AHC541PW (Texas Instruments) is a part in the Logic category. This page lists qualified, cross-referenced replacements for it with a side-by-side comparison.
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