74HC595 Shift Register IC

The 74HC595N is a 8-bit shift register IC. it allows additional inputs or outputs to be added to a microcontroller by converting data between parallel and serial formats. Your chosen microprocessor is able to communicate with the The 74HC595N using serial information then gathers or outputs information in a parallel (multi-pin) format. Essentially it takes 8 bits from the serial input and then outputs them to 8 pins.This small DIP packaged IC contains an 8-bit, serial-in parallel-out shift register that feeds an 8-bit D-type storage register with parallel 3-state outputs.

Specifications:

• 8-Bit Serial-In, Parallel-Out Shift
• Wide Operating Voltage Range of 2 V to 6 V
• High-Current 3-State Outputs Can Drive Up to 15 LSTTL Loads
• Low Power Consumption: 80-μA
• ±6-mA Output Drive at 5 V
• DIP-16 Package

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