Description:

• Texas Instruments' high-speed 1-of-8 decoder/demultiplexer, the SN74LS138N, is made especially to choose one of eight outputs from a 3-bit binary input.
• These features and requirements make the SN74LS138N a useful and necessary component for applications that require effective decoding and data routing.
• The 1-of-8 Decoder/Demultiplexer converts three binary inputs to one of eight active-low outputs.
• Active Low Outputs: The outputs are inverted, so the selected line becomes low while the others remain high.
• Multiple Enable Inputs: Three enable inputs (two active low and one active high) provide flexible control and expansion.
• High-Speed Switching: The device employs Schottky diode technology for rapid switching.
• Low Power Consumption: The normal power dissipation is 32mW.
• TTL-Compatible Inputs and Outputs: Enables simple interaction with other TTL logic devices.