The 74HC164 is an 8-bit serial-in/parallel-out shift register IC designed for a wide range of digital logic applications. It is housed in an SMD (Surface Mount Device) package, making it suitable for high-density circuit board layouts. Here’s a detailed description of the product:

Key Features:

• Type: 8-Bit Serial-In/Parallel-Out Shift Register
• Package: SMD (Surface Mount Device)
• Logic Family: 74HC (High-Speed CMOS)
• Operating Voltage: 2V to 6V
• Maximum Clock Frequency: 30MHz at Vcc = 5V
• Low Power Consumption: CMOS technology for low static power consumption
• Data Inputs: Two serial data inputs for easy data entry
• Output: 8 parallel outputs

Applications:

• Data Storage: Ideal for temporary data storage and transfer
• LED Displays: Suitable for driving LED displays and indicators
• Keypad/Keyboard Interface: Can be used for interfacing with keypads and keyboards
• Digital Logic: Useful in various digital logic circuits
• Serial to Parallel Data Conversion: Converts serial data to parallel output for microcontrollers and other digital systems

Pin Configuration:

• Pin 1 (A): Serial data input A
• Pin 2 (B): Serial data input B
• Pin 3 to Pin 10 (Q0 to Q7): Parallel data outputs (Q0 to Q7)
• Pin 11 (GND): Ground
• Pin 12 (CP): Clock input
• Pin 13 (MR): Master reset (active low)
• Pin 14 (Vcc): Supply voltage

Electrical Characteristics:

• Supply Voltage (Vcc): 2V to 6V
• Input Voltage (Vin): 0V to Vcc
• Output Voltage (Vout): 0V to Vcc
• Low Input Current (Iin): ±1μA max
• Low Output Current (Iout): ±25mA max
• Propagation Delay: Typically 20ns at Vcc = 5V
• Power Consumption: Low power consumption due to CMOS technology

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