What the ratings mean for the BOM
The SN74HC21N: Quiescent current sits at 2 µA max. Output drive is 5.2 mA per pin (source and sink symmetric). Propagation delay is 19 ns at 6V with a 50 pF load.

Texas Instruments 74HC series, AND Gate, 2-Element, 4-Input, 14-PDIP, Through Hole, 2V to 6V supply, -40°C to 85°C.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Series | 74HC |
| Logic type | AND Gate |
| Mounting | Through Hole |
| Supply voltage | 2V ~ 6V |
| Current - quiescent | 2 µA |
| Current - output high, low | 5.2mA, 5.2mA |
| I/O channels | 4 |
| Operating temperature | -40°C ~ 85°C |
| Package | Tube |
| Case | 14-DIP (0.300\", 7.62mm) |
| Number of circuits | 2 |
| Input logic level - low | 0.5V ~ 1.8V |
| Input logic level - high | 1.5V ~ 4.2V |
| Max propagation delay @ v, max CL | 19ns @ 6V, 50pF |
The SN74HC21N: Quiescent current sits at 2 µA max. Output drive is 5.2 mA per pin (source and sink symmetric). Propagation delay is 19 ns at 6V with a 50 pF load.
The SN74HC21N is the through-hole DIP variant; SN74HC21 (without the N suffix) typically refers to the same die in a surface-mount SOIC package. Logic function and electrical specs are identical — the choice is purely board-level assembly method.
Yes. The supply range of 2V to 6V covers 5V operation directly. Input logic thresholds at 5V are 1.5V (low) and 4.2V (high), compatible with standard 5V CMOS and TTL outputs.