This document is a datasheet for the Pericom Semiconductor PI74FCT244T/2244T and PI74FCT541T/2541T Octal Buffer/Line Drivers. Here's a summary of the key information:

1. Device Overview:

️· Function: These are Octal Buffer/Line Drivers, meaning they contain eight independent buffer gates. Buffers are used to isolate signals, provide current boosting, or drive larger loads.
️· Families: There are multiple speed grades available:
- FCT: Fast Current Technology – general purpose, high speed.
- FCT-A: Optimized for zero to medium loads.
- FCT-C: Optimized for light to medium loads.
- FCT-D: Optimized for heavy loads.
️· Logic Levels: Operate with 3.3V or 5V VCC.

2. Key Features (from the initial pages - it continues through the document):

️· High Speed: These devices are designed for fast switching speeds.
️· Low Static Power Dissipation: Designed to consume minimal power when not switching.
️· 8-Bit Configuration: Contain eight independent buffer gates in a single package.
️· Wide Operating Voltage: Support 3.3V and 5V supply voltages.
️· Multiple Package Options: Available in various package types (QSOP, SOIC, TSSOP) with different speed grades.
️· Pb-free & Green Options: Environmentally friendly packaging options are available.

3. Document Structure:

️· Electrical Characteristics: Defines the voltage and current requirements, input/output characteristics, and timing parameters.
️· DC Characteristics: Specifies the static electrical behavior of the device.
️· AC Characteristics: Defines the dynamic electrical behavior (switching speed, propagation delay, etc.).
️· Package Information: Lists the available package options and dimensions.
️· Ordering Information: Details how to order specific devices based on speed grade and package type.
️· Thermal Characteristics: Information on how the device dissipates heat.



In essence, this datasheet provides all the technical information needed to select, integrate, and use these buffer/line driver ICs in a circuit design.