Backplane Driver Speeds Past Traditional Logic

Boasting of speeds up to four times faster than traditional logic, the SN74GTLP817 GTLP-to-LVTTL, 1:6 fanout backplane driver owes its speed increases to reduced output swing of less than 1V, as well as reduced input threshold levels, an improved differential input, and OEC circuitryÑthe OEC circuitry minimizes bus-settling time.The backplane driver allows incident switching in systems dealing with heavy loads with an equivalent load impedance down to 19½. The SN74GTLP817 is available in a range of packages, including TSSOP and TVSOP. Price is $5.43 each/2,000. TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INC., Dallas, TX. (972) 644-5580