Hello
It seems the SR latch is the only flip-flop which not require a CLK.
Would you please help confirm it?
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Hello
It seems the SR latch is the only flip-flop which not require a CLK.
Would you please help confirm it?
Is it possible to add a CLR pin to S/R flip-flop
Hello
The behavior I require is quite simple. The output is set by a trigger signal(maybe A) and reset by another signal(B).
I think a simple S/R could meet the requirement. Maybe it also could be realized by 2G74.
The difference is 2G74 require a CLK input and it could be more stable. Besides this, I would like to know the drawback of a S/R latch.
Thanks!
This sounds like an application for an S/R latch.
Why would a clock input make it more stable? Do you even have a clock signal?
Latches and flip-flops are different devices, and appropriate for different applications. Both have the drawback that they are not suitable in applications where the other would be better.
It may help to know that SR latches aren't really used much anymore. If your system needs one, you can easily build it from a dual NOR gate or a dual NAND gate (depending if you need active low or active high inputs). For example, the SN74AUP2G02 could be used to make this latch:
NOR latch mage from: https://www.allaboutcircuits.com/textbook/digital/chpt-10/s-r-latch/
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You can do the same thing with a D-type Flip-Flop as long as it has an asynchronous preset and clear pin (or set / reset... same thing).
When used in this manner, the D and CLK inputs are left unused (terminate to GND or VCC).
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It's also important to note that latches don't have a default output state -- you must force them into the state you want at system startup. [FAQ] What is the default output of a latched device? (Flip-Flop, latch, register)
Yes, thanks.
I would like the latch start at a 0 level. Is there any idea to set it
To set the state of the latch during power up, generate a pulse for the set or reset input with a R-C circuit, or use a reset IC like the TLV803E.