High-performance impact-resistant PAL circuits in 20-pin CDIP packaging
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# TIBPAL16R8 - 20MJB Product Series Introduction
## 1. Overview
The TIBPAL16R8 - 20MJB is a prominent member of the Programmable Array Logic (PAL) device family offered by Texas Instruments. PAL devices are a type of programmable logic device (PLD) that provide a flexible and cost - effective solution for implementing digital logic functions. The TIBPAL16R8 - 20MJB is specifically designed to meet the requirements of a wide range of applications, from simple control circuits to more complex digital systems.
## 2. Key Features
### 2.1 Programmability
- **Field - Programmable**: The TIBPAL16R8 - 20MJB can be programmed in the field, allowing designers to quickly implement changes to the logic function without the need for custom - designed integrated circuits. This flexibility is crucial in prototyping and small - scale production, as it reduces development time and cost.
- **Fuse - Based Programming**: It uses fuse - link technology for programming. Once programmed, the fuses are either blown or left intact, permanently defining the logic function of the device. This provides a non - volatile solution, meaning that the programmed logic is retained even when the power is removed.
### 2.2 Logic Capacity
- **16 Inputs and 8 Outputs**: With 16 input pins and 8 output pins, the TIBPAL16R8 - 20MJB can handle relatively complex logic functions. The large number of inputs allows for the implementation of multi - variable logic equations, while the 8 outputs can drive multiple loads or be used to control different parts of a system.
- **Registered Outputs**: The 'R' in the part number indicates that the TIBPAL16R8 - 20MJB has registered outputs. These registers can be used to store the output values, which is useful for sequential logic applications such as counters, shift registers, and state machines.
### 2.3 Speed Performance
- **20 ns Propagation Delay**: The '20' in the part number represents the propagation delay of the device, which is 20 nanoseconds. This fast propagation delay makes the TIBPAL16R8 - 20MJB suitable for high - speed applications where quick response times are required. It can operate at relatively high clock frequencies, enabling it to keep up with the demands of modern digital systems.
### 2.4 Package Type
- **MJB Package**: The TIBPAL16R8 - 20MJB comes in a Miniature JEDEC B (MJB) package. This package is a surface - mount package that offers several advantages, including a smaller footprint compared to through - hole packages. It is suitable for applications where space is limited, such as in portable devices and densely populated printed circuit boards (PCBs).
## 3. Applications
### 3.1 Industrial Control Systems
- **Automation**: In industrial automation, the TIBPAL16R8 - 20MJB can be used to implement control logic for conveyor belts, robotic arms, and other automated machinery. Its fast propagation delay ensures that the control signals are processed quickly, allowing for precise and efficient operation of the equipment.
- **Monitoring and Protection**: It can also be used for monitoring various parameters in industrial systems, such as temperature, pressure, and voltage. The device can be programmed to trigger alarms or take corrective actions when certain thresholds are exceeded.
### 3.2 Consumer Electronics
- **Remote Controls**: In remote control devices, the TIBPAL16R8 - 20MJB can be used to generate the control signals for different functions, such as channel selection, volume control, and power on/off