The recommended operating voltage range for TLC7701IP is 4.5V to 18V, although it can operate up to 22V with reduced performance.
To ensure proper biasing, connect the VCC pin to a stable voltage source, and decouple it with a 0.1uF capacitor to ground. Also, connect the GND pin to a solid ground plane.
The TLC7701IP can sink up to 50mA of current per output, but it's recommended to limit the current to 20mA per output for reliable operation.
Use a voltage transient suppressor (TVS) or a zener diode to clamp voltage transients, and consider adding ESD protection devices such as diodes or resistors to the input lines.
Yes, the TLC7701IP can be used as a level translator, but it's not recommended due to its limited voltage range and lack of specific level translation features.
TLC7701IP datasheet
by Texas Instruments
