3 V to 18 V supply — wide-rail compatibility
The CD40106BM: This hex Schmitt trigger inverter operates across a 3 V to 18 V supply range, covering 5 V, 12 V, and 15 V logic rails without a separate level shifter. The wide margin suits industrial and automotive designs where the supply may droop or vary.
14-SOIC package — rework and layout notes
It reflows cleanly with a typical hot-air profile and the pin-1 indicator is clearly marked on the package top — no confusion under the microscope.
