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MC74VHCT257ADTR2G Obsolete replacements and cross reference

Compare mapped pin-to-pin replacement options for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G, review cross-reference notes, and verify the engineering fit before approval.

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MC74VHCT257ADTR2G cross reference and alternatives

MC74VHCT257ADTR2G vs SN74AHCT257PWR: replacement comparison

Start with the best mapped replacement options for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G, including pin-to-pin, functional, and cross-reference alternatives. Review the overview and core specifications, then submit an RFQ when the fit looks right.

P2P

MC74VHCT257ADTR2G vs SN74AHCT257PWR

Texas Instruments

SN74AHCT257PWR is a 5 V TTL-input mux P2P-review candidate for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G; validate pinout, speed, and output drive.

SN74AHCT257PWR is mapped as a possible replacement for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G. Verify package, lifecycle, stock, datasheet, and key attributes before approval.

Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
TSSOP-16
Series
SN74AHCT257
Category
Integrated Circuits (ICs)
Stock
20,000
Available
12,000
Min Order
1
Datasheet
Available
Key Attributes: -

Matches

  • Package: TSSOP-16
  • Category: Integrated Circuits (ICs)
  • Subcategory: Logic - Signal Switches, Multiplexers, Decoders
  • Mounting Type: Surface Mount

Differences

  • Series: MC74VHCT257A vs SN74AHCT257
  • Function: Quad 2:1 multiplexer/data selector vs Quad 2-input multiplexer
  • Part Number: MC74VHCT257ADTR2G vs SN74AHCT257PWR
  • Manufacturer: onsemi vs Texas Instruments

Must verify

  • Confirm the complete pinout; a mapped pin-to-pin relationship is not final approval.
  • Check electrical limits and test conditions in both manufacturer datasheets.
  • Confirm qualification, compliance, and internal approval requirements.

Other replacement comparisons for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G

P2P

MC74VHCT257ADTR2G vs SN74AHCT257QPWRQ1

Texas Instruments

SN74AHCT257QPWRQ1 is a 5 V TTL-input mux P2P-review candidate for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G; validate pinout, speed, and output drive.

SN74AHCT257QPWRQ1 is mapped as a possible replacement for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G. Verify package, lifecycle, stock, datasheet, and key attributes before approval.

Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
TSSOP-16
Series
SN74AHCT257-Q1
Category
Integrated Circuits (ICs)
Stock
20,000
Available
12,000
Min Order
1
Datasheet
Available
Key Attributes: -

Matches

  • Package: TSSOP-16
  • Category: Integrated Circuits (ICs)
  • Subcategory: Logic - Signal Switches, Multiplexers, Decoders
  • Mounting Type: Surface Mount

Differences

  • Series: MC74VHCT257A vs SN74AHCT257-Q1
  • Function: Quad 2:1 multiplexer/data selector vs Automotive quad 2-input multiplexer
  • Part Number: MC74VHCT257ADTR2G vs SN74AHCT257QPWRQ1
  • Manufacturer: onsemi vs Texas Instruments

Must verify

  • Confirm the complete pinout; a mapped pin-to-pin relationship is not final approval.
  • Check electrical limits and test conditions in both manufacturer datasheets.
  • Confirm qualification, compliance, and internal approval requirements.
P2P

MC74VHCT257ADTR2G vs 74HCT257PW,118

Nexperia

74HCT257PW,118 is a 5 V TTL-input mux P2P-review candidate for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G; validate pinout, speed, and output drive.

74HCT257PW,118 is mapped as a possible replacement for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G. Verify package, lifecycle, stock, datasheet, and key attributes before approval.

Manufacturer
Nexperia
Package
TSSOP-16
Series
74HCT257
Category
Integrated Circuits (ICs)
Stock
20,000
Available
12,000
Min Order
1
Datasheet
Available
Key Attributes: -

Matches

  • Package: TSSOP-16
  • Category: Integrated Circuits (ICs)
  • Subcategory: Logic - Signal Switches, Multiplexers, Decoders
  • Mounting Type: Surface Mount

Differences

  • Series: MC74VHCT257A vs 74HCT257
  • Function: Quad 2:1 multiplexer/data selector vs Quad 2-input multiplexer
  • Part Number: MC74VHCT257ADTR2G vs 74HCT257PW,118
  • Manufacturer: onsemi vs Nexperia

Must verify

  • Confirm the complete pinout; a mapped pin-to-pin relationship is not final approval.
  • Check electrical limits and test conditions in both manufacturer datasheets.
  • Confirm qualification, compliance, and internal approval requirements.
Functional

MC74VHCT257ADTR2G vs SN74HCT257DR

Texas Instruments

SN74HCT257DR is a functional replacement path for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G; package, input-threshold, or supply-family differences require review.

SN74HCT257DR is mapped as a possible replacement for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G. Verify package, lifecycle, stock, datasheet, and key attributes before approval.

Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
SOIC-16
Series
SN74HCT257
Category
Integrated Circuits (ICs)
Stock
20,000
Available
12,000
Min Order
1
Datasheet
Available
Key Attributes: -

Matches

  • Category: Integrated Circuits (ICs)
  • Subcategory: Logic - Signal Switches, Multiplexers, Decoders
  • Function: Quad 2:1 multiplexer/data selector
  • Mounting Type: Surface Mount

Differences

  • Package: TSSOP-16 vs SOIC-16
  • Series: MC74VHCT257A vs SN74HCT257
  • Part Number: MC74VHCT257ADTR2G vs SN74HCT257DR
  • Manufacturer: onsemi vs Texas Instruments

Must verify

  • Confirm package dimensions, footprint, and mounting details.
  • Confirm functional behavior and application-level compatibility.
  • Check electrical limits and test conditions in both manufacturer datasheets.
  • Confirm qualification, compliance, and internal approval requirements.
Functional

MC74VHCT257ADTR2G vs 74HC257PW,118

Nexperia

74HC257PW,118 is a functional replacement path for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G; package, input-threshold, or supply-family differences require review.

74HC257PW,118 is mapped as a possible replacement for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G. Verify package, lifecycle, stock, datasheet, and key attributes before approval.

Manufacturer
Nexperia
Package
TSSOP-16
Series
74HC257
Category
Integrated Circuits (ICs)
Stock
20,000
Available
12,000
Min Order
1
Datasheet
Available
Key Attributes: -

Matches

  • Package: TSSOP-16
  • Category: Integrated Circuits (ICs)
  • Subcategory: Logic - Signal Switches, Multiplexers, Decoders
  • Mounting Type: Surface Mount

Differences

  • Series: MC74VHCT257A vs 74HC257
  • Function: Quad 2:1 multiplexer/data selector vs Quad 2-input multiplexer
  • Part Number: MC74VHCT257ADTR2G vs 74HC257PW,118
  • Manufacturer: onsemi vs Nexperia

Must verify

  • Confirm functional behavior and application-level compatibility.
  • Check electrical limits and test conditions in both manufacturer datasheets.
  • Confirm qualification, compliance, and internal approval requirements.
Functional

MC74VHCT257ADTR2G vs SN74LVC257APWR

Texas Instruments

SN74LVC257APWR is a functional replacement path for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G; package, input-threshold, or supply-family differences require review.

SN74LVC257APWR is mapped as a possible replacement for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G. Verify package, lifecycle, stock, datasheet, and key attributes before approval.

Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
TSSOP-16
Series
SN74LVC257A
Category
Integrated Circuits (ICs)
Stock
20,000
Available
12,000
Min Order
1
Datasheet
Available
Key Attributes: -

Matches

  • Package: TSSOP-16
  • Category: Integrated Circuits (ICs)
  • Subcategory: Logic - Signal Switches, Multiplexers, Decoders
  • Function: Quad 2:1 multiplexer/data selector

Differences

  • Series: MC74VHCT257A vs SN74LVC257A
  • Part Number: MC74VHCT257ADTR2G vs SN74LVC257APWR
  • Manufacturer: onsemi vs Texas Instruments
  • Supply Voltage: 5 V class vs 1.65 V to 3.6 V

Must verify

  • Confirm functional behavior and application-level compatibility.
  • Check electrical limits and test conditions in both manufacturer datasheets.
  • Confirm qualification, compliance, and internal approval requirements.
Similar

MC74VHCT257ADTR2G vs SN74LVC258APWR

Texas Instruments

SN74LVC258APWR is a similar redesign candidate for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G; validate output polarity or output-enable behavior.

SN74LVC258APWR is mapped as a possible replacement for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G. Verify package, lifecycle, stock, datasheet, and key attributes before approval.

Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
TSSOP-16
Series
SN74LVC258A
Category
Integrated Circuits (ICs)
Stock
20,000
Available
12,000
Min Order
1
Datasheet
Available
Key Attributes: -

Matches

  • Package: TSSOP-16
  • Category: Integrated Circuits (ICs)
  • Subcategory: Logic - Signal Switches, Multiplexers, Decoders
  • Function: Quad 2:1 multiplexer/data selector

Differences

  • Series: MC74VHCT257A vs SN74LVC258A
  • Part Number: MC74VHCT257ADTR2G vs SN74LVC258APWR
  • Manufacturer: onsemi vs Texas Instruments
  • Output Type: 3-state, non-inverting vs 3-state, inverting

Must verify

  • Confirm functional behavior and application-level compatibility.
  • Check electrical limits and test conditions in both manufacturer datasheets.
  • Confirm qualification, compliance, and internal approval requirements.
Similar

MC74VHCT257ADTR2G vs SN74LVC157APWR

Texas Instruments

SN74LVC157APWR is a similar redesign candidate for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G; validate output polarity or output-enable behavior.

SN74LVC157APWR is mapped as a possible replacement for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G. Verify package, lifecycle, stock, datasheet, and key attributes before approval.

Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Package
TSSOP-16
Series
SN74LVC157A
Category
Integrated Circuits (ICs)
Stock
20,000
Available
12,000
Min Order
1
Datasheet
Available
Key Attributes: -

Matches

  • Package: TSSOP-16
  • Category: Integrated Circuits (ICs)
  • Subcategory: Logic - Signal Switches, Multiplexers, Decoders
  • Mounting Type: Surface Mount

Differences

  • Series: MC74VHCT257A vs SN74LVC157A
  • Function: Quad 2:1 multiplexer/data selector vs Quad 2:1 data selector/multiplexer
  • Part Number: MC74VHCT257ADTR2G vs SN74LVC157APWR
  • Manufacturer: onsemi vs Texas Instruments

Must verify

  • Confirm functional behavior and application-level compatibility.
  • Check electrical limits and test conditions in both manufacturer datasheets.
  • Confirm qualification, compliance, and internal approval requirements.

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Current partObsolete
P2P
SN74AHCT257PWR

Texas Instruments

P2P
SN74AHCT257QPWRQ1

Texas Instruments

P2P
Functional
SN74HCT257DR

Texas Instruments

Functional
Functional
SN74LVC257APWR

Texas Instruments

Similar
SN74LVC258APWR

Texas Instruments

Similar
SN74LVC157APWR

Texas Instruments

Part NumberMC74VHCT257ADTR2GSN74AHCT257PWRSN74AHCT257QPWRQ174HCT257PW,118SN74HCT257DR74HC257PW,118SN74LVC257APWRSN74LVC258APWRSN74LVC157APWR
ManufactureronsemiTexas InstrumentsTexas InstrumentsNexperiaTexas InstrumentsNexperiaTexas InstrumentsTexas InstrumentsTexas Instruments
CategoryIntegrated Circuits (ICs)Integrated Circuits (ICs)Integrated Circuits (ICs)Integrated Circuits (ICs)Integrated Circuits (ICs)Integrated Circuits (ICs)Integrated Circuits (ICs)Integrated Circuits (ICs)Integrated Circuits (ICs)
SubcategoryLogic - Signal Switches, Multiplexers, DecodersLogic - Signal Switches, Multiplexers, DecodersLogic - Signal Switches, Multiplexers, DecodersLogic - Signal Switches, Multiplexers, DecodersLogic - Signal Switches, Multiplexers, DecodersLogic - Signal Switches, Multiplexers, DecodersLogic - Signal Switches, Multiplexers, DecodersLogic - Signal Switches, Multiplexers, DecodersLogic - Signal Switches, Multiplexers, Decoders
PackageTSSOP-16TSSOP-16TSSOP-16TSSOP-16SOIC-16TSSOP-16TSSOP-16TSSOP-16TSSOP-16
SeriesMC74VHCT257ASN74AHCT257SN74AHCT257-Q174HCT257SN74HCT25774HC257SN74LVC257ASN74LVC258ASN74LVC157A
Key Attributes---------
DescriptionMC74VHCT257ADTR2G is an onsemi VHCT quad 2:1 multiplexer with non-inverting 3-state outputs in TSSOP-16.TI SN74AHCT257PWR is a 5 V AHCT quad 2-input data selector/multiplexer in TSSOP-16.TI SN74AHCT257QPWRQ1 is an automotive-qualified AHCT257 TSSOP-16 multiplexer.Nexperia 74HCT257PW,118 is an HCT quad 2-input multiplexer with 3-state outputs in TSSOP-16.TI SN74HCT257DR is a 5 V HCT quad 2:1 multiplexer with 3-state outputs in SOIC-16.Nexperia 74HC257PW,118 is an HC quad 2-input multiplexer with 3-state outputs.TI SN74LVC257APWR is an active LVC quad 2:1 multiplexer with 3-state non-inverting outputs in TSSOP-16.TI SN74LVC258APWR is an active LVC quad 2:1 inverting multiplexer with 3-state outputs in TSSOP-16.TI SN74LVC157APWR is a quad 2:1 data selector family used as a similar redesign candidate.
LifecycleObsolete--------
Stock20,00020,00020,00020,00020,00020,00020,00020,00020,000
Available12,00012,00012,00012,00012,00012,00012,00012,00012,000
Min Order111111111
DatasheetAvailableAvailableAvailableAvailableAvailableAvailableAvailableAvailableAvailable
FunctionQuad 2:1 multiplexer/data selectorQuad 2-input multiplexerAutomotive quad 2-input multiplexerQuad 2-input multiplexerQuad 2:1 multiplexer/data selectorQuad 2-input multiplexerQuad 2:1 multiplexer/data selectorQuad 2:1 multiplexer/data selectorQuad 2:1 data selector/multiplexer
Part NumberMC74VHCT257ADTR2GSN74AHCT257PWRSN74AHCT257QPWRQ174HCT257PW,118SN74HCT257DR74HC257PW,118SN74LVC257APWRSN74LVC258APWRSN74LVC157APWR
Mounting TypeSurface MountSurface MountSurface MountSurface MountSurface MountSurface MountSurface MountSurface MountSurface Mount
ManufactureronsemiTexas InstrumentsTexas InstrumentsNexperiaTexas InstrumentsNexperiaTexas InstrumentsTexas InstrumentsTexas Instruments
Package / CaseTSSOP-16TSSOP-16TSSOP-16TSSOP-16SOIC-16TSSOP-16TSSOP-16TSSOP-16TSSOP-16
Output Type3-state, non-inverting3-state, non-inverting3-state, non-inverting3-state, non-inverting3-state, non-inverting3-state, non-inverting3-state, non-inverting3-state, invertingNon-inverting
Lifecycle StatusProduct Discontinuance notice PD27554X--------
SeriesMC74VHCT257ASN74AHCT257SN74AHCT257-Q174HCT257SN74HCT25774HC257SN74LVC257ASN74LVC258ASN74LVC157A
Supply Voltage5 V class4.5 V to 5.5 V4.5 V to 5.5 V4.5 V to 5.5 V4.5 V to 5.5 V2 V to 6 V1.65 V to 3.6 V1.1 V to 3.6 V1.65 V to 3.6 V
Publication Contextonsemi PD27554X replacement research waveonsemi PD27554X replacement research waveonsemi PD27554X replacement research waveonsemi PD27554X replacement research waveonsemi PD27554X replacement research waveonsemi PD27554X replacement research waveonsemi PD27554X replacement research waveonsemi PD27554X replacement research waveonsemi PD27554X replacement research wave
Validation RequiredConfirm datasheet pinout, package land pattern, logic thresholds, timing, and lifecycle status before production substitution.Confirm datasheet pinout, package land pattern, logic thresholds, timing, and lifecycle status before production substitution.Confirm datasheet pinout, package land pattern, logic thresholds, timing, and lifecycle status before production substitution.Confirm datasheet pinout, package land pattern, logic thresholds, timing, and lifecycle status before production substitution.Confirm datasheet pinout, package land pattern, logic thresholds, timing, and lifecycle status before production substitution.Confirm datasheet pinout, package land pattern, logic thresholds, timing, and lifecycle status before production substitution.Confirm datasheet pinout, package land pattern, logic thresholds, timing, and lifecycle status before production substitution.Confirm datasheet pinout, package land pattern, logic thresholds, timing, and lifecycle status before production substitution.Confirm datasheet pinout, package land pattern, logic thresholds, timing, and lifecycle status before production substitution.
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Cross-reference FAQ

Replacement Part Questions

Short answers for teams reviewing MC74VHCT257ADTR2G replacement and equivalent-part options.

What is a cross-reference page for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G?

This page groups mapped replacement options for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G so buyers and engineers can compare alternatives before requesting a quote or approving a substitute.

Does a mapped alternative mean a guaranteed drop-in replacement for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G?

Not automatically. Cross-reference mapping helps shortlist candidates, but package, electrical behavior, qualification scope, and approval rules still need to be checked before release.

Which parameters should teams compare first for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G alternatives?

Start with package, series, key attributes, lifecycle status, stock position, datasheet access, and the mapped pin-to-pin or cross-reference note. Then confirm application-specific requirements in the datasheet and RFQ stage.

Can I request a quote for an alternative to MC74VHCT257ADTR2G?

Yes. Use the product links or RFQ actions on this page to request pricing, availability, documentation, and sourcing support for any listed alternative part.

Is MC74VHCT257ADTR2G obsolete, and what replacement should buyers review first?

Check the lifecycle row on this page first. If buyers need a fast starting point, the strongest mapped replacement currently surfaced here is SN74AHCT257PWR, followed by the other alternatives shown in the comparison table.

Is SN74AHCT257PWR a replacement for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G?

SN74AHCT257PWR is mapped as a P2P option for MC74VHCT257ADTR2G, not as an automatically approved drop-in replacement. Compare package, pinout, electrical limits, lifecycle, and qualification requirements before release.

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