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Category Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Development, Learning, Evaluation & Industrial Control Boards
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Model Number MCU-245
Core Chip SN74LVC4245A / LJ245A
Data Width 8-Bit
Operating Voltage 1.65V to 3.6V (Port A), 2.3V to 5.5V (Port B)
Function Bus Transceiver and Level Shifter
Interface Type Dual Row Pin Header
PCB Dimensions 45mm x 25mm
Mounting Style Through-Hole / Breadboard Compatible
Application Logic Level Conversion, Microcontroller Interfacing
Package Content 1x Development Board, 1x Pin Header Set

6 reviews

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Anonymous

Mar 29, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Essential for embedded labs

Bought this for my university embedded systems course. It's much more robust than building the circuit on a breadboard from scratch. The signal integrity is good even at higher speeds.

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Anonymous

Mar 23, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Fast shipping, great product

Arrived quickly and well-packaged. The chip is genuine TI stock based on the markings. Successfully used it to bridge an Arduino Uno and a Raspberry Pi without any level shifting errors.

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Anonymous

Mar 23, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Reliable for industrial prototyping

We use these in our prototyping lab for connecting various PLCs and microcontrollers. The LVC logic family is fast and low power. No issues with overheating or signal dropouts during extended testing.

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Anonymous

Mar 14, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Solid build, clear labeling

Great little board for learning about bus transceivers. The pinout is clearly marked on the silkscreen, which saved me time checking the datasheet. Only giving 4 stars because the included headers were slightly bent, but easily fixed.

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Anonymous

Mar 04, 2026

Rating: 4/5

Good value for money

Does the job well. The board is compact and fits nicely into standard project enclosures. Would have liked a small LED indicator for power, but that's a minor complaint for the price point.

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Anonymous

Mar 02, 2026

Rating: 5/5

Perfect for 3.3V to 5V projects

This board works exactly as expected. I needed a reliable way to interface my 3.3V ESP32 with some 5V sensors, and this SN74LVC4245A module handled the bidirectional shifting flawlessly. The soldering quality is excellent.

5 FAQ

Q: Is this board suitable for unidirectional shifting only, or does it support bidirectional data flow?

A: The SN74LVC4245A chip supports fully bidirectional data flow. You can control the direction using the DIR pin, allowing data to move from Port A to B or vice versa dynamically.

Q: Does this come with pre-soldered headers?

A: No, the board typically ships with unsoldered pin headers in a separate bag to prevent damage during shipping and to give you flexibility in choosing straight or right-angle headers.

Q: Is there a schematic available for this specific MCU-245 board layout?

A: Yes, a PDF schematic and pinout diagram are available in the 'Documents' section of the product page. It details the connections for OE, DIR, and all 8 data lines.

Q: Can I power this board directly from a USB 5V source?

A: Yes, you can power the VCCB side with 5V from USB. However, ensure VCCA is supplied with the appropriate lower voltage (e.g., 3.3V) if you are shifting down to that level. Do not exceed the maximum voltage ratings for each port.

Q: What is the maximum operating frequency for this transceiver?

A: According to the Texas Instruments datasheet for the SN74LVC4245A, the typical propagation delay allows for operation up to approximately 100 MHz depending on voltage and load conditions.

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