Reading Datasheets: Output Currents (IOH and IOL)

DC characteristic #2: Output currents (I(OH) and I(OL))

DC characteristic #2: Output currents (IOH and IOL)

The drive capability of the output buffer and the guaranteed output current are important when connecting a CMOS logic IC with an LSI chip.

DC characteristics of the 74VHC04FT

Example: Output current (I(OH)/I(OL)) vs output voltage (V(OH)/V(OL)) curves of the 74VHC04

Example: Output current (IOH/IOL) vs output voltage (VOH/VOL) curves of the 74VHC04

CMOS logic ICs are designed to provide almost the same drive capability at both IOH and IOL.

Chapter4 How to Read Datasheets

Reading Datasheets
Reading Datasheets: Absolute Maximum Ratings and Operating Ranges
Reading Datasheets: DC Electrical Characteristics
Reading Datasheets: Input Voltages (VIH and VIL)
Reading Datasheets: Input Current (IIN)
Reading Datasheets: Quiescent Supply Current (ICC)
Reading Datasheets: AC Electrical Characteristics
Reading Datasheets: Propagation Delay Times (tpLH and tpHL)
Reading Datasheets: Power Dissipation Capacitance (CPD)
Reading Datasheets: Input-Tolerant Function
Reading Datasheets: Output-Tolerant Function
Reading Datasheets: Power-Down Protection

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