The AiP74HC164 is an 8-bit serial-in/parallel-out shift register designed to be used in digital logic circuits. It has an 8-bit universal storage latch, serially-programmable input/output ports, active high and active low enable control, and a 150 mil (3.81 mm) SO-14 plastic small outline format package. The AiP74HC164 is manufactured by I-Core and is compliant with RoHS standards for reduced environmental impact. This device can be used for a variety of applications, including 8-bit parallel-in/parallel-out storage, 8-bit register-to-register data transfer, serial-to-parallel data conversion, 8-bit binary counters, 8-bit timers/counters, and 8-bit programmable dividers.