74259 DIP IC 8 Bit Addressable Latch (74259 IC)

The 74259 is an 8 bit addressable latch integrated circuit designed for storing digital data in address selectable latch positions. It allows a specific output latch to be selected using address inputs and the selected latch can then be set or reset based on the data input signal.

This IC belongs to the TTL logic family and is commonly used in microprocessor systems digital control circuits and data storage applications. The addressable latch design allows efficient control of multiple outputs using a small number of control lines. The DIP package makes it suitable for breadboard prototyping and PCB based digital electronics designs.

Key Features

• 8 bit addressable latch integrated circuit
• Address inputs select one of eight latch outputs
• Data input controls set or reset of selected latch
• Suitable for digital storage and control circuits
• TTL compatible logic levels
• Efficient output control using address selection
• DIP package suitable for prototyping and PCB mounting

Specifications

• IC Model = 74259
• Logic Type = Addressable latch
• Number Of Latches = 8
• Logic Family = TTL
• Address Inputs = 3 bit address selection
• Package Type = DIP
• Operating Voltage = 4.75V to 5.25V
• Application = Output control storage and digital logic circuits

Interfaces

• A0 = Address input bit 0
• A1 = Address input bit 1
• A2 = Address input bit 2
• D = Data input
• E = Enable input
• CLR = Clear input
• Q0 = Latch output 0
• Q1 = Latch output 1
• Q2 = Latch output 2
• Q3 = Latch output 3
• Q4 = Latch output 4
• Q5 = Latch output 5
• Q6 = Latch output 6
• Q7 = Latch output 7
• VCC = Power supply
• GND = Ground