8-bit shift register on a 5V rail — what this part does
The SN74AHCT595N is an 8-bit serial-in, parallel-out shift register with tri-state output, in a 16-pin PDIP (0.300" body) for through-hole assembly.
Lifecycle and sourcing reality
The SN74AHCT595N is listed as Active in production with ROHS3 compliance. No end-of-life notification or last-time-buy window applies.
