Logic - Shift Registers

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
SN74AS194DR Texas Instruments	IC BI-DIR UNIV SHIFT REG 16-SOIC	0
74VHCT595D-Q100J Nexperia	IC SHIFT REG 8BIT SISO 16SOIC	0
SN74LV595APWRG4 Texas Instruments	IC 8BIT SHIFT REG 3ST-OUT16TSSOP	3024
HV5308PJ-B-G-M903 Roving Networks / Microchip Technology	IC 32BIT SRL CMOS 80V 44PLCC	472
CD4094BF3A Texas Instruments	CD4094B-MIL CMOS 8-STAGE SHIFT-A	3024
MM54HC299E/883	SHIFT REGISTER, 8-BIT	17
CD74LPT16374ASM	FAST 3.3V 16-BIT REGISTER	595
SN74LS164D Texas Instruments	IC SHIFT REGISTER 8BIT 14-SOIC	1100
BU4094BCFV-E2 ROHM Semiconductor	IC SHIFT REGISTER 8BIT 16SSOP	477
DM74194N	PARALLEL IN PARALLEL OUT	664
DM74LS299WMX	PARALLEL IN PARALLEL OUT	4360
SN74F299DW Texas Instruments	IC SHIFT/STORAGE REGISTER 20SOIC	815
TMC2111AB2C1	PIPELINE REGISTER, 8-BIT	903
MC74HC164AFR2	8 BIT SERIAL INPUT/PARALLEL-OUTP	8000
74F194SJ	PARALLEL IN PARALLEL OUT	1000
CD74HCT4094E Texas Instruments	SERIAL IN PARALLEL OUT	2066
TPIC6B596DWG4 Texas Instruments	IC PWR 8-BIT SHIFT REGIS 20-SOIC	47
7802401SA Texas Instruments	SN54LS299 8-BIT UNIVERSAL SHIFT/	95
74HC4094PW-Q100118 NXP Semiconductors	SERIAL IN PARALLEL OUT	4973
SN74F299DWR Texas Instruments	SN74F299 UNIVERSAL SHIFT / STORA	7947

Logic - Shift Registers

1. Overview

Logic shift registers are sequential logic circuits used to store and transfer data in digital systems. They consist of cascaded flip-flops controlled by a common clock signal, enabling data movement in serial or parallel formats. These ICs are fundamental in applications requiring data buffering, serial-to-parallel conversion, and timing control. Their importance spans modern computing, telecommunications, and embedded systems, where efficient data manipulation is critical.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
Serial-In Parallel-Out (SIPO)	Converts serial data to parallel output	Communication interfaces (RS-232), data acquisition systems
Parallel-In Serial-Out (PISO)	Converts parallel data to serial output	Digital signal processing, sensor networks
Serial-In Serial-Out (SISO)	Shifts data in and out serially	Delay lines, data encryption
Parallel-In Parallel-Out (PIPO)	Direct parallel data transfer	CPU register files, memory buffers
Bidirectional Shift Registers	Supports left/right data movement	Arithmetic logic units (ALUs), network switches
Multifunction Shift Registers	Programmable shift directions and modes	FPGA I/O interfaces, test equipment

3. Structure and Composition

Typical shift register ICs are built using CMOS or TTL semiconductor processes. The core structure includes:

Cascaded Flip-Flops: D-type flip-flops connected in series for data storage stages
Control Logic: Clock dividers, direction control gates, and reset circuits
Input/Output Buffers: Level shifters and drivers for signal integrity
Power Distribution: VCC/GND rails with decoupling capacitors

Common packaging includes DIP, SOIC, and QFP formats with 8-48 pins. Advanced ICs integrate features like three-state outputs and error detection circuits.

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Description
Clock Frequency	Maximum operating frequency (1 MHz - 200 MHz), determines data transfer rate
Supply Voltage	Typical range 2.0V-5.5V for CMOS devices
Input/Output Type	CMOS/TTL compatibility, differential signaling (LVDS)
Propagation Delay	Time between clock edge and output change (ns range)
Power Consumption	Quiescent current ( A/MHz) and dynamic power dissipation
Operating Temperature	Industrial (-40 C to +85 C) or commercial (0 C to 70 C) ranges
Data Width	8/16/32/64-bit configurations

5. Application Areas

Telecommunications: Line drivers/receivers, protocol converters (USB/Ethernet)
Computing: CPU cache control, GPU memory interfaces
Industrial Automation: PLC data buses, motor controllers
Consumer Electronics: Display drivers (LCD/OLED), audio codecs
Automotive: CAN bus transceivers, ADAS sensor interfaces

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Features
TI (Texas Instruments)	SN74HC595N	8-bit SIPO, 3-state output, 100 MHz clock
NXP Semiconductors	74LVC164245	16-bit bidirectional, 2.3V-3.6V supply
STMicroelectronics	CD4014BM	8-stage PISO, 20V tolerant inputs
ON Semiconductor	MC74VHC164	Low power, 2V-5.5V operation
Microchip Technology	SRM74HC165	8-bit PISO with parallel load

7. Selection Guidelines

Define data interface type (serial/parallel, bidirectional)
Match clock speed requirements with propagation delay specifications
Verify voltage compatibility with host system (e.g., 3.3V/5V logic levels)
Consider package type based on PCB space constraints (TSSOP vs. QFN)
Evaluate temperature and reliability needs for industrial/automotive applications
Check for additional features like error detection or daisy-chaining support

8. Industry Development Trends

Integration: Combining shift registers with level shifters and protocol converters in single packages
Power Efficiency: Sub-1V operation and leakage current reduction for IoT devices
Higher Speeds: GDDR6/DDR5 memory interface ICs with >1 Gbps per pin performance
Miniaturization: WLCSP packages for wearable electronics (e.g., 0.4mm pitch devices)
Automotive Focus: AEC-Q100 qualified parts with fault-tolerant designs for ADAS systems
Intelligence: Embedded configuration registers and thermal shutdown protection