Description:
The 74HC595 Shift Register Serial 8-Bit IC – Pack of 5 is a high-speed CMOS logic device that expands the number of digital outputs using only three microcontroller pins. Each IC contains an 8-bit serial-in, parallel-out shift register with a storage register and 3-state outputs. This makes it ideal for driving LED arrays, 7-segment displays, and other output-heavy applications where GPIO pins are limited.
With its ability to daisy-chain multiple ICs, the 74HC595 allows for easy expansion of output channels without increasing I/O pin usage. Operating from a wide voltage range of 2V to 6V, and compatible with both TTL and CMOS logic levels, the chip provides fast switching with propagation delays as low as 10 ns. Packaged in a standard DIP-16 through-hole format, it integrates easily into breadboards and prototyping PCBs. This 5-pack offers cost-effective output expansion for Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and other embedded systems.
Specifications:
- IC Model: 74HC595
- Function: 8-Bit Serial-In Parallel-Out Shift Register
- Logic Family: HC (High-Speed CMOS)
- Operating Voltage: 2V to 6V
- Input Compatibility: TTL and CMOS
- Output Type: 3-State (tri-state capable)
- Clock Frequency: Up to 25 MHz (typical at 5V)
- Propagation Delay: ~10 ns
- Data Storage: Latch with serial output (QH’) for daisy-chaining
- Package Type: DIP-16
- Mounting Type: Through-Hole
- Applications: Display driving, GPIO expansion, digital control
- Pack Size: 5 ICs
Features:
- Expands microcontroller output pins using serial communication
- 8-bit shift register with parallel output and 3-state control
- Allows cascading for virtually unlimited outputs
- Compatible with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and other MCU platforms
- DIP-16 through-hole package for easy prototyping
Contents:
- 5 x 74HC595 Shift Register Serial 8-Bit ICs (DIP-16)
