74HC238 3-to-8 Line Decoder

The 74HC238 is a high-speed CMOS 3-to-8 line decoder and demultiplexer IC in a DIP-16 package. It takes a 3-bit binary input and activates one of eight outputs based on the input combination. The IC includes three enable inputs for flexible control, allowing easy cascading for larger decoding applications.

Its TTL-compatible inputs and outputs ensure smooth integration with microcontrollers, microprocessors, and digital logic circuits. With high noise immunity and low power consumption, the 74HC238 is ideal for digital display control, memory address decoding, signal selection, and logic expansion.

The DIP-16 form factor makes it breadboard-friendly and easy to solder on PCBs, making it popular among students, hobbyists, and professional engineers.