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PCF8574N - 8-Bit 100kHz I2C I/O Expander | Texas Instruments

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2.5V to 6V Vdss 16-pin PDIP Package 100kHz Speed
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PCF8574N Visão geral

The Texas Instruments PCF8574N is an 8-bit bidirectional I/O expander for the I2C bus, operating from 2.5V to 6V with a 100kHz interface and housed in a 16-pin PDIP package. It adds eight quasi-bidirectional remote I/O lines to a host microcontroller while providing open-drain interrupt signaling. The device is designed for general-purpose expansion across embedded control, communications, and embedded accessory designs.

What is an I2C I/O expander? An I/O expander is an interface IC that translates serial bus commands into parallel digital signals. The PCF8574N belongs to the I/O-expander class, which sits within interface ICs and broader semiconductor systems. It helps a controller with too few GPIO pins operate additional buttons, indicators, relays, or other digital peripherals while preserving a shared SDA and SCL bus.

Key features include eight I/O ports, 100kHz I2C operation, a 2.5V to 6V supply range, and an interrupt output. Its quasi-bidirectional ports can be configured as inputs or outputs, while power-on behavior and external pull-up requirements must be considered in the system design. The verified distributor listing identifies the PCF8574N as an 8-bit, 100kHz I/O expander in a PDIP package.

The device uses the PCF8574 family architecture in which the host communicates over the two-wire I2C bus and reads or writes the remote port state. Because the ports are quasi-bidirectional rather than independently powered high-impedance inputs and outputs, firmware and external circuitry should avoid contention scenarios. The interrupt line provides a hardware indication that input data has changed, reducing unnecessary serial polling when the application supports it.

Typical applications include microcontroller GPIO expansion, keypad and control panels, relay or indicator interfaces, industrial automation modules, communications equipment, and embedded systems using the site-listed STM32, ATMEGA, MSP430, or other microcontroller families. The same I2C bus can support multiple addressed peripherals, subject to the device address configuration and bus capacitance requirements.

Designers should follow the manufacturer datasheet for pull-up resistor selection, address strapping, decoupling, input/output polarity, and interrupt handling. Confirm the available voltage range against the connected bus and peripherals, and verify absolute maximum ratings before using the device in systems with long cables or exposed connectors. The 16-pin PDIP package favors through-hole prototyping rather than compact surface-mount production.

This page combines the verified manufacturer and distributor information for PCF8574N with package, selection, design, and application guidance. It is intended to help engineers identify whether the part fits a particular I2C expansion requirement before comparing alternatives or requesting supply.

Alternativas drop-in para PCF8574N — mesmo encapsulamento, compatível pino a pino. Peças de encapsulamento diferente que exigem retrabalho na PCB são excluídas.

Ferramenta de comparação rápida — selecione peças alternativas para comparação lado a lado:

PCF8574AN

✅ Drop-In
📦 PDIP-16
Related PCF8574-family option; the supplied verified comparison does not quantify electrical differences, so compatibility is not fully proven

📋 Alternativa de referência (fora do catálogo)

PCF8574APW

✅ Drop-In
📦 PDIP-16
Related PCF8574-family option; exact package suffix and pin-level compatibility require datasheet confirmation

📋 Alternativa de referência (fora do catálogo)

PCF8574AP

✅ Drop-In
📦 PDIP-16
Related PCF8574-family option; exact suffix and electrical equivalence are not fully verified in the supplied data

📋 Alternativa de referência (fora do catálogo)

PCF8574NE4

✅ Drop-In
📦 PDIP-16
Related PCF8574-family ordering variant; electrical and package details require confirmation against the manufacturer datasheet

📋 Alternativa de referência (fora do catálogo)

TCA9548ARGER

✅ Drop-In
📦 PDIP-16
Different function and pin architecture: I2C switch rather than eight quasi-bidirectional I/O ports; drop-in status is not verified

📋 Alternativa de referência (fora do catálogo)

PCF8574N Especificações

Product Type 8-bit I2C I/O expander
Supply Voltage Range 2.5V to 6V
I2C Bus Frequency 100kHz
Number of I/O Ports 8
Interface I2C two-line bidirectional bus
Interrupt Function Interrupt output
Encapsulamento 16-pin PDIP
Tipo de montagem Through-hole
Operating Voltage 2.5V to 6V VCC operation
Device Description Remote 8-bit input/output expander
Port Configuration Quasi-bidirectional I/O
Contagem de pinos 16 pins

Guia de Configuração de Pinos do PCF8574N 16-pin pdip

Configuração de pinos para PCF8574N (pacote 16-pin pdip). A numeração dos pinos, funções e diagramas de conexão estão definidos no datasheet do fabricante. Consulte-o para o footprint exato e diretrizes de soldagem.

Diagrama de pinagem do pacote 16-pin pdip para PCF8574N

Nenhum dado detalhado de pinagem disponível para PCF8574N.

Consulte a ficha técnica para a configuração completa dos pinos.

Aplicações típicas

PCF8574N é adequado para 6 aplicaçãos: Microcontroller GPIO Expansion, Embedded Keypad and Control Panel, Relay and Indicator Interface, Industrial Automation Module, Communications Equipment Control, IoT Sensor Hub.

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Microcontroller GPIO Expansion

The PCF8574N adds eight remote digital lines to a microcontroller through its verified 100kHz I2C interface, reducing the need to select a larger host package when the application has additional buttons, indicators, or control signals. Place the expander between the host and external circuitry, configure address straps, and use suitable SDA and SCL pull-ups. Its quasi-bidirectional ports require firmware to avoid contention, so initialize outputs carefully and validate each attached circuit against the datasheet.

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Embedded Keypad and Control Panel

The PCF8574N can scan a compact keypad or expose panel-control signals through eight I/O ports while sharing the host I2C bus. The verified 2.5V to 6V supply range supports integration with low-voltage embedded systems, but the input and output modes must be managed according to the quasi-bidirectional architecture. Address selection, debounce behavior, pull-up requirements, and interrupt use should be tested together because mechanical contacts and external circuitry can affect the final host-firmware design.

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Relay and Indicator Interface

The PCF8574N can provide a compact serial-to-parallel control path for indicators and suitable external control loads when the selected external devices stay within the applicable electrical limits. Its eight ports provide more parallel control points than many small microcontroller packages, while the 100kHz I2C link keeps wiring compact. Because the PCF8574N ports are quasi-bidirectional and are not intended as unrestricted high-current drivers, use appropriate transistor or driver stages for relays and larger loads, and verify all pull-up and supply arrangements.

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Industrial Automation Module

The PCF8574N is useful when an industrial or building-automation controller needs additional digital status and command lines without expanding its main GPIO count. The verified I2C interface and interrupt feature allow remote I/O to share wiring with other addressed peripherals, while the 2.5V to 6V range helps align with embedded control rails. Production designs should verify isolation, surge, grounding, cable-length, and environmental requirements separately because the supplied data does not establish industrial or automotive qualification.

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Communications Equipment Control

The PCF8574N can extend a communications controller with local control and status signals for indicators, resets, enables, or configuration inputs. Using the same SDA and SCL bus for addressable peripherals reduces wiring compared with dedicating separate host pins. The verified 100kHz bus rate and eight-port capacity make the device appropriate for modest control tasks, while the 16-pin PDIP package simplifies through-hole prototypes. Firmware must account for the device address and for the distinction between input monitoring and output-driving behavior.

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IoT Sensor Hub

The PCF8574N can add discrete sensor-enable, reset, or status lines to an IoT sensor hub built around a microcontroller. Its eight ports provide a practical expansion interface for devices that do not themselves require high-speed serial data. The 2.5V to 6V operating range and 100kHz I2C operation align with many embedded platforms, but sensor leakage, pull-up loading, and power sequencing should be checked. The interrupt output may help the host respond to external input changes, subject to the datasheet timing and polarity requirements.

What is the operating voltage range of the Texas Instruments PCF8574N?
The Texas Instruments PCF8574N operates from 2.5V to 6V according to the verified manufacturer and distributor data. This range determines whether the device is compatible with the host I2C system and connected peripherals. The PCF8574N is a 2.5V to 6V I/O expander, while the PCF8574 family product page describes the family as an 8-bit 2.5V to 5.5V I2C/SMBus expander with interrupt. Confirm the exact device operating limits from the manufacturer datasheet before finalizing a 6V design.
How many I/O ports does the PCF8574N provide?
The PCF8574N provides eight bidirectional I/O ports through its 16-pin PDIP package. According to the verified Texas Instruments description, it is an 8-bit input/output expander for the I2C bus. These ports can be used for digital control and monitoring, but their quasi-bidirectional behavior requires careful firmware and external-circuit design. The available pins also include power, ground, clock, data, address, and interrupt-related connections.
What is the I2C bus frequency of the PCF8574N?
The verified distributor listing specifies 100kHz I2C bus frequency for the PCF8574N. The device is therefore suited to standard-speed two-wire bus systems rather than designs requiring a higher specified bus rate. Use SDA and SCL pull-up arrangements and bus-loading calculations appropriate for the host voltage, cable length, and number of connected devices. The Texas Instruments PCF8574 datasheet is the controlling source for detailed timing and electrical limits.
Where can I download the PCF8574N datasheet PDF?
The official PCF8574N datasheet PDF is available from Texas Instruments at https://www.ti.com/lit/ds/symlink/pcf8574.pdf. The verified data also identifies the manufacturer product page at https://www.ti.com/product/PCF8574. Use the manufacturer PDF for pin assignments, electrical characteristics, address configuration, timing, application examples, and package information. Distributor pages such as DigiKey provide ordering and availability links but should not replace the official datasheet for design verification.
Where can I buy PCF8574N online and what is its price?
The PCF8574N can be searched and purchased through the verified DigiKey listing at https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/texas-instruments/PCF8574N/484957. The verified snippets do not provide a current numeric unit price or confirm XAIPART inventory, so no price or stock quantity can be stated reliably. Request a quote or check the distributor listing for current commercial terms as of 2026-10-22. Lead time and available quantity should be confirmed directly before committing to a production schedule.
Is the PCF8574N in stock?
Stock status cannot be confirmed from the supplied verified data because the distributor snippets do not include a live inventory quantity or a current XAIPART stock statement. The DigiKey result identifies the PCF8574N and provides a purchasing path, but that does not by itself establish current inventory. Check the live distributor page or request an XAIPART quote before purchasing. Treat the component as availability-dependent rather than assuming an in-stock condition as of 2026-10-22.
What is the lead time for PCF8574N?
The verified data does not provide a numeric lead time for PCF8574N. Lead time depends on distributor inventory, manufacturer allocation, package demand, and the date of the order. The DigiKey listing at https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/texas-instruments/PCF8574N/484957 is the appropriate starting point for current commercial availability, while XAIPART can be contacted for a quotation. Do not use an unverified estimate for production planning as of 2026-10-22.
What can replace the PCF8574N as a drop-in alternative?
No drop-in replacement with verified pin-to-pin compatibility and equivalent electrical behavior is established by the supplied cross-reference data for the PCF8574N. The search results mention PCF8574AN and other PCF8574-family parts, but they do not provide enough verified package and parameter detail to claim a drop-in replacement. TCA9548A and other interface expanders may solve related problems, but they are not automatically interchangeable with the PCF8574N. Validate package, pinout, voltage, address, and port behavior before substitution.
Is PCF8574N suitable for adding GPIO pins to an Arduino or microcontroller board?
The PCF8574N is suitable for adding eight serial-controlled I/O lines when the host can communicate over I2C and the design accounts for quasi-bidirectional ports. Verified sources identify it as an 8-bit, 100kHz I/O expander with eight ports and interrupt support. It can be useful for buttons, LEDs, or control signals, but pull-ups, address selection, initialization values, and input-versus-output usage must be designed according to the datasheet. The part's PDIP package is also more convenient for through-hole prototyping.
What is the difference between PCF8574N and PCF8574AN?
The supplied comparison data shows PCF8574N as an 8-bit, 100kHz PDIP-16 I/O expander and identifies PCF8574AN as another PCF8574-family 8-bit I/O expander option. However, the verified material does not establish a complete pin-by-pin compatibility guarantee or a quantified parameter difference between those exact MPNs. Treat PCF8574AN as a related family candidate, not a confirmed drop-in replacement, until its ordering suffix, package, address behavior, electrical limits, and datasheet are checked.
Can TCA9548A replace the PCF8574N?
TCA9548A should not be assumed to replace the PCF8574N. The verified TI discussion describes TCA9548A as a different I2C switch/interface solution, while the PCF8574N provides eight quasi-bidirectional I/O ports. A verified forum result also distinguishes the PCF8574's single parallel I/O function from the TCA9548A's multiple I2C branch ports. The devices therefore solve different problems, and the supplied data does not establish same-package, pin-to-pin, drop-in compatibility.
Does the PCF8574N have an interrupt output?
The Texas Instruments PCF8574 product page identifies the PCF8574 family as an I/O expander with interrupt, and the verified manufacturer description supports that feature. The interrupt output is intended to indicate a change in input-port state so a host controller can reduce unnecessary polling. Its exact active polarity, timing, and required input arrangement must be taken from the official datasheet. Firmware should debounce or handle the interrupt behavior according to the mechanical and electrical characteristics of the attached signals.
What are the key specifications of PCF8574N that engineers should know?
The key verified specifications are eight I/O ports, a 2.5V to 6V operating range, 100kHz I2C operation, interrupt support, and a 16-pin PDIP package. The device is a remote 8-bit input/output expander for the two-line bidirectional I2C bus. Its quasi-bidirectional architecture means input and output behavior must be managed carefully, and the open-drain bus lines require appropriate pull-up design. The PCF8574N is therefore best suited to systems needing simple remote digital expansion rather than high-current outputs or independently buffered input signals.
Where can I find the PCF8574N pinout?
The PCF8574N pinout is provided in the official Texas Instruments PCF8574 datasheet at https://www.ti.com/lit/ds/symlink/pcf8574.pdf. The verified distributor result identifies the part as a 16-pin PDIP device, and the manufacturer datasheet is the controlling reference for pin numbering and signal names. Use the package drawing and pin table together when laying out a PCB or wiring a prototype. Do not infer pin assignments from a functional block diagram alone, especially for address straps and interrupt handling.
How does the PCF8574N compare with a shift-register I/O expander?
The PCF8574N uses a two-wire I2C interface at a verified 100kHz bus frequency, while a shift-register expander typically uses a separate serial clock and data path with different timing and wiring. The PCF8574N provides eight quasi-bidirectional ports and an interrupt function in a 16-pin PDIP package. A shift register may provide different output-drive behavior or a different bus topology, so it is not automatically a drop-in replacement. Choose according to wiring distance, available bus pins, address count, and required input/output behavior.
Is the PCF8574N RoHS and REACH compliant?
RoHS and REACH status for PCF8574N are not included in the supplied verified snippets, so their status cannot be confirmed without inventing data. The verified manufacturer and distributor links provide technical and ordering information, but they do not expose the required declarations in the supplied content. Obtain the current compliance declaration or manufacturer product documentation before using the part in a regulated procurement statement as of 2026-10-22. The uncertainty applies to both RoHS and REACH.
What design considerations matter when using the PCF8574N?
The main design considerations are I2C pull-ups, address selection, interrupt handling, and correct use of the quasi-bidirectional I/O ports. The verified operating range is 2.5V to 6V and the interface is specified at 100kHz, so the host voltage and attached peripherals must be compatible. Keep SDA and SCL routing controlled, account for bus capacitance and pull-up current, and initialize port outputs safely. The 16-pin PDIP package is appropriate for through-hole prototypes but may be less convenient for compact production assemblies.
How do I choose between PCF8574N and a different I2C expander?
Choose the PCF8574N when the design needs eight simple quasi-bidirectional I/O ports, a verified 100kHz I2C interface, a 2.5V to 6V supply range, and a 16-pin PDIP package. Choose another expander when the application requires fully buffered inputs and outputs, higher output current, isolated inputs, more addressable ports, or a surface-mount package. The PCF8574N is not automatically interchangeable with multiplexers, switches, or newer I/O expanders. Verify pinout, bus address, electrical limits, and firmware behavior before replacement.

Dados de referência de engenharia para PCF8574N — comparação, orientação de projeto e informações de conformidade.

Guia de seleção

Choose the Texas Instruments PCF8574N when the design needs eight simple I/O lines, a 100kHz I2C interface, and a 2.5V to 6V supply range in a through-hole prototype. It is especially useful for low-voltage embedded systems where adding GPIO to a microcontroller would otherwise require a larger package. Consider the related PCF8574AN, PCF8574APW, PCF8574AP, and PCF8574NE4 only after checking the exact suffix, package, pinout, electrical ratings, and lifecycle status. Do not select TCA9548ARGER as a replacement for this function; it is an I2C switch with a different purpose. For new designs needing stronger output drive, fully buffered I/O, isolation, or a surface-mount package, choose a newer expander instead.

Comparação com alternativas

Parâmetro Este produto PCF8574AN PCF8574APW PCF8574AP PCF8574NE4 TCA9548ARGER
Product Type 8-bit I2C I/O expander PCF8574-family I/O expander PCF8574-family I/O expander PCF8574-family I/O expander PCF8574-family I/O expander I2C switch/multiplexer
Number of I/O Ports 8 8 8 8 8 Not applicable; I2C switch
Brand Texas Instruments Texas Instruments Texas Instruments Texas Instruments Texas Instruments Texas Instruments

Principais diferenciais

  • Eight-port parallel expansion with a simple I2C interface (vs TCA9548ARGER)
  • 100kHz verified bus operation for standard embedded control (vs PCF8574AN)
  • Through-hole PDIP-16 package for prototyping (vs TCA9548ARGER)

Notas de projeto

Use the verified 2.5V to 6V operating range as the design boundary, but confirm the exact PCF8574N electrical limits in the manufacturer datasheet. Place the device's supply decoupling close to VCC and ground pins, and account for the voltage drop and current required by attached external circuitry. Because the I/O architecture is quasi-bidirectional, avoid circuits that force an output high while firmware or another device drives it low.

Route SDA and SCL as a compact I2C bus and place pull-up resistors at locations calculated for the bus voltage, capacitance, sink current, and number of devices. Keep the address-strap and interrupt connections accessible for configuration and testing. The PCF8574N is verified as a PDIP-16 part, so provide adequate through-hole spacing, pin-1 orientation, and soldering clearance in the PCB footprint.

Do not treat the eight ports as ordinary independently buffered GPIOs. Configure their intended input or output state before enabling external loads, prevent simultaneous opposing drive paths, and account for the power-on state in firmware. The verified 100kHz interface is a design constraint; do not assume higher-speed operation without a separate manufacturer specification. Use the interrupt only with the correct polarity and acknowledge sequence.

Informações de conformidade

RoHS
Unknown
REACH
Unknown
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Sem chumbo
Unknown
Sem halogênios
Unknown
Minerais de conflito
Unknown

The supplied verified data does not include explicit RoHS, REACH, lead-free, halogen-free, conflict-minerals, or AEC-Q100 declarations for PCF8574N. AEC-Q100 is marked not_applicable because no automotive qualification is stated.

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