Texas Instruments 74LVCR series SN74LVCR2245APWT, Octal Bus Transceiver, Non-Inverting, 3-State outputs, 1.65V–3.6V supply, 12mA drive, 20-TSSOP, -40°C to 125°C.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Series | 74LVCR |
| Logic type | Transceiver, Non-Inverting |
| Output type | 3-State |
| Mounting | Surface Mount |
| Supply voltage | 1.65V ~ 3.6V |
| Current - output high, low | 12mA, 12mA |
| Operating temperature | -40°C ~ 125°C (TA) |
| Package | Bulk |
| Case | 20-TSSOP (0.173\", 4.40mm Width) |
| Number of elements | 1 |
| Number of bits per element | 8 |
This wide window makes it a natural choice for boards that need to translate between 1.8 V and 3.3 V logic domains without a dedicated level-shifter IC — the transceiver's supply voltage determines the I/O swing on each side.
That covers outdoor telecom cabinets, factory-floor automation panels, engine-bay electronics, and any enclosure that sees seasonal thermal cycling. The 125°C ceiling also provides headroom for self-heating in densely populated boards.
Yes.
It is not a pin-for-pin replacement (different package and bit count) but covers a similar bus-buffering role at higher drive strength.