MM74HC374WMX

MM74HC374WMX is a type of logic device often referred to as flip flops. It performs a logical task or flips a bit or values, which the user programs them to do. Flip flops are extensively used in any digital systems and serve as gates to hold and set bits of information, as well as to move information from one register to another register at a certain time.

MM74HC374WMX specifically is a dual D-type negative edge triggered flip flop. It has clock and data inputs and has two outputs, Q and not-Q (Q’). It is a variation of the 74HC374 family and is a CMOS logic device. It is synchronous and indicates a logic level and provides level conversion.

Essentially, MM74HC374WMX works in a manner whereby the data input is only accepted when there is low to high transition on the clock input. Clock inputs are used to control devices and control how long the device operates. When the clock triggers the device, the data and control inputs take effect until the clock returns to the low logic level.

Application Fields

MM74HC374WMX has multiple application fields and can be found in applications such as data processing and storage and program processes as well as computer, communication and automation systems. The device is used as a buffer, isolated latch and as a line receiver.

MM74HC374WMX can also be used in consumer electronics such as radios, tape recorders, televisions and beepers etc. In addition, MM74HC374WMX can also be used in power control and industrial systems, instrumentation systems, office automation and process control.

Working Principle

The working principle of MM74HC374WMX is quite simple yet effective. It is an input/output device, which has two inputs, two outputs and a clock. The device contains an internal buffering, which allows data to be transferred from the input to the output. When the clock is triggered, the data at the data input is transferred to the flip-flop register, where it is stored until it is triggered by the clock again.

When the clock is triggered, the information from the flip flop register is sent to the output. The output of the device can be either the same data input or the opposite data input, depending on the voltage state of the clock input.

In short, MM74HC374WMX is a device which allows the user to control data in digital systems. The device is used to control and store data even when the system is turned off and it has a wide range of application fields and is easy to use and set up.