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TL/F/6391
54LS138/DM54LS138/DM74LS138,
54LS139/DM54LS139/DM74LS139 Decoders/Demultiplexers
June 1989
54LS138/DM54LS138/DM74LS138,
54LS139/DM54LS139/DM74LS139
Decoders/Demultiplexers
General Description
These Schottky-clamped circuits are designed to be used in
high-performance memory-decoding or data-routing appli-
cations, requiring very short propagation delay times. In
high-performance memory systems these decoders can be
used to minimize the effects of system decoding. When
used with high-speed memories, the delay times of these
decoders are usually less than the typical access time of the
memory. This means that the effective system delay intro-
duced by the decoder is negligible.
The LS138 decodes one-of-eight lines, based upon the con-
ditions at the three binary select inputs and the three enable
inputs. Two active-low and one active-high enable inputs
reduce the need for external gates or inverters when ex-
panding. A 24-line decoder can be implemented with no ex-
ternal inverters, and a 32-line decoder requires only one
inverter. An enable input can be used as a data input for
demultiplexing applications.
The LS139 comprises two separate two-line-to-four-line de-
coders in a single package. The active-low enable input can
be used as a data line in demultiplexing applications.
All of these decoders/demultiplexers feature fully buffered
inputs, presenting only one normalized load to its driving
circuit. All inputs are clamped with high-performance
Schottky diodes to suppress line-ringing and simplify system
design.
Features
YDesigned specifically for high speed:
Memory decoders
Data transmission systems
YLS138 3-to-8-line decoders incorporates 3 enable in-
puts to simplify cascading and/or data reception
YLS139 contains two fully independent 2-to-4-line decod-
ers/demultiplexers
YSchottky clamped for high performance
YTypical propagation delay (3 levels of logic)
LS138 21 ns
LS139 21 ns
YTypical power dissipation
LS138 32 mW
LS139 34 mW
YAlternate Military/Aerospace devices (54LS138,
54LS139) are available. Contact a National Semicon-
ductor Sales Office/Distributor for specifications.
Connection Diagrams
Dual-in-Line Package
TL/F/6391–1
Order Number 54LS138DMQB, 54LS138FMQB,
54LS138LMQB, DM54LS138J, DM54LS138W,
DM74LS138M or DM74LS138N
See NS Package Number E20A, J16A,
M16A, N16E or W16A
Dual-in-Line Package
TL/F/6391–2
Order Number 54LS139DMQB, 54LS139FMQB,
54LS139LMQB, DM54LS139J, DM54LS139W,
DM74LS139M or DM74LS139N
See NS Package Number E20A, J16A,
M16A, N16E or W16A
C1995 National Semiconductor Corporation RRD-B30M105/Printed in U. S. A.
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Absolute Maximum Ratings (Note)
If Military/Aerospace specified devices are required,
please contact the National Semiconductor Sales
Office/Distributors for availability and specifications.
Supply Voltage 7V
Input Voltage 7V
Operating Free Air Temperature Range
DM54LS and 54LS b55§Ctoa
125§C
DM74LS 0§Ctoa
70§C
Storage Temperature Range b65§Ctoa
150§C
Note:
The ‘‘Absolute Maximum Ratings’’ are those values
beyond which the safety of the device cannot be guaran-
teed. The device should not be operated at these limits. The
parametric values defined in the ‘‘Electrical Characteristics’’
table are not guaranteed at the absolute maximum ratings.
The ‘‘Recommended Operating Conditions’’ table will define
the conditions for actual device operation.
Recommended Operating Conditions
Symbol Parameter DM54LS138 DM74LS138 Units
Min Nom Max Min Nom Max
VCC Supply Voltage 4.5 5 5.5 4.75 5 5.25 V
VIH High Level Input Voltage 2 2 V
VIL Low Level Input Voltage 0.7 0.8 V
IOH High Level Output Current b0.4 b0.4 mA
IOL Low Level Output Current 4 8 mA
TAFree Air Operating Temperature b55 125 0 70 §C
’LS138 Electrical Characteristics
over recommended operating free air temperature range (unless otherwise noted)
Symbol Parameter Conditions Min Typ Max Units
(Note 1)
VIInput Clamp Voltage VCC eMin, IIeb
18 mA b1.5 V
VOH High Level Output VCC eMin, IOH eMax, DM54 2.5 3.4 V
Voltage VIL eMax, VIH eMin DM74 2.7 3.4
VOL Low Level Output VCC eMin, IOL eMax, DM54 0.25 0.4
Voltage VIL eMax, VIH eMin DM74 0.35 0.5 V
IOL e4 mA, VCC eMin DM74 0.25 0.4
IIInput Current @Max VCC eMax, VIe7V 0.1 mA
Input Voltage
IIH High Level Input Current VCC eMax, VIe2.7V 20 mA
IIL Low Level Input Current VCC eMax, VIe0.4V b0.36 mA
IOS Short Circuit VCC eMax DM54 b20 b100 mA
Output Current (Note 2) DM74 b20 b100
ICC Supply Current VCC eMax (Note 3) 6.3 10 mA
Note 1: All typicals are at VCC e5V, TAe25§C.
Note 2: Not more than one output should be shorted at a time, and the duration should not exceed one second.
Note 3: ICC is measured with all outputs enabled and open.
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’LS138 Switching Characteristics
at VCC e5V and TAe25§C (See Section 1 for Test Waveforms and Output Load)
From (Input) Levels RLe2kX
Symbol Parameter To (Output) of Delay CLe15 pF CLe50 pF Units
Min Max Min Max
tPLH Propagation Delay Time Select to 21827ns
Low to High Level Output Output
tPHL Propagation Delay Time Select to 22740ns
High to Low Level Output Output
tPLH Propagation Delay Time Select to 31827ns
Low to High Level Output Output
tPHL Propagation Delay Time Select to 32740ns
High to Low Level Output Output
tPLH Propagation Delay Time Enable to 21827ns
Low to High Level Output Output
tPHL Propagation Delay Time Enable to 22440ns
High to Low Level Output Output
tPLH Propagation Delay Time Enable to 31827ns
Low to High Level Output Output
tPHL Propagation Delay Time Enable to 32840ns
High to Low Level Output Output
Recommended Operating Conditions
Symbol Parameter DM54LS139 DM74LS139 Units
Min Nom Max Min Nom Max
VCC Supply Voltage 4.5 5 5.5 4.75 5 5.25 V
VIH High Level Input Voltage 2 2 V
VIL Low Level Input Voltage 0.7 0.8 V
IOH High Level Output Current b0.4 b0.4 mA
IOL Low Level Output Current 4 8 mA
TAFree Air Operating Temperature b55 125 0 70 §C
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’LS139 Electrical Characteristics
over recommended operating free air temperature range (unless otherwise noted)
Symbol Parameter Conditions Min Typ Max Units
(Note 1)
VIInput Clamp Voltage VCC eMin, IIeb
18 mA b1.5 V
VOH High Level Output VCC eMin, IOH eMax, DM54 2.5 3.4 V
Voltage VIL eMax, VIH eMin DM74 2.7 3.4
VOL Low Level Output VCC eMin, IOL eMax DM54 0.25 0.4
Voltage VIL eMax, VIH eMin DM74 0.35 0.5 V
IOL e4 mA, VCC eMin DM74 0.25 0.4
IIInput Current @Max VCC eMax, VIe7V 0.1 mA
Input Voltage
IIH High Level Input Current VCC eMax, VIe2.7V 20 mA
IIL Low Level Input Current VCC eMax, VIe0.4V b0.36 mA
IOS Short Circuit VCC eMax DM54 b20 b100 mA
Output Current (Note 2) DM74 b20 b100
ICC Supply Current VCC eMax (Note 3) 6.8 11 mA
Note 1: All typicals are at VCC e5V, TAe25§C.
Note 2: Not more than one output should be shorted at a time, and the duration should not exceed one second.
Note 3: ICC is measured with all outputs enabled and open.
’LS139 Switching Characteristics
at VCC e5V and TAe25§C (See Section 1 for Test Waveforms and Output Load)
From (Input) RLe2kX
Symbol Parameter To (Output) CLe15 pF CLe50 pF Units
Min Max Min Max
tPLH Propagation Delay Time Select to 18 27 ns
Low to High Level Output Output
tPHL Propagation Delay Time Select to 27 40 ns
High to Low Level Output Output
tPLH Propagation Delay Time Enable to 18 27 ns
Low to High Level Output Output
tPHL Propagation Delay Time Enable to 24 40 ns
High to Low Level Output Output
Function Tables
LS138
Inputs Outputs
Enable Select
G1 G2*CBAYOY1Y2Y3Y4Y5Y6Y7
X HXXXHHHHHHHH
L X XXXH HHHHHHH
H L LLLL HHHHHHH
H L LLHH LHHHHHH
H L LHLH HLHHHHH
H L LHHHHHLHHHH
H L HLLH HHHL HHH
H L HLHH HHHHLHH
H L HHLH HHHHHLH
H L HHHH HHHHHHL
*G2 eG2A aG2B
HeHigh Level, L eLow Level, X eDon’t Care
LS139
Inputs Outputs
Enable Select
G BAY0Y1Y2Y3
H XXHHHH
L LLLHHH
L LHHLHH
L HLHHLH
L HHHHHL
H
e
High Level, L eLow Level, X eDon’t Care
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Logic Diagrams
LS138
TL/F/6391–3
LS139
TL/F/6391–4
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Physical Dimensions inches (millimeters)
Ceramic Leadless Chip Carrier Package (E)
Order Number 54LS138LMQB or 54LS139LMQB
NS Package Number E20A
16-Lead Ceramic Dual-In-Line Package (J)
Order Number 54LS138DMQB, 54LS139DMQB, DM54LS138J or DM54LS139J
NS Package Number J16A
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Physical Dimensions inches (millimeters) (Continued)
16-Lead Small Outline Molded Package (M)
Order Number DM74LS138M or DM74LS139M
NS Packge Number M16A
16-Lead Molded Dual-In-Line Package (N)
Order Number DM74LS138N or DM74LS139N
NS Package Number N16E
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Physical Dimensions inches (millimeters) (Continued)
16-Lead Ceramic Flat Package (W)
Order Number 54LS138FMQB, 54LS139FMQB, DM54LS138W or DM54LS139W
NS Package Number W16A
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