Adafruit TPIC6B595 High Power Shift Register

Add a multitude of high-power outputs to your microcontroller system effortlessly with chainable shift registers. Utilizing SPI, these chips take a serial input of 1 byte (8 bits) and deliver digital outputs across 8 pins. Extend functionality by chaining them; connect three in a sequence, and you gain 24 digital outputs from just 3 microcontroller pins.

This package includes one TPIC6B595 chip, ideal for controlling extensive outputs like LEDs. Unlike the traditional 7HC595s, these high-power drains can sink 150mA per pin, perfect for LED matrices where sinking multiple LEDs simultaneously is key.

Designed as a DIP package with a 0.1" spacing for seamless integration into any breadboard or perfboard, be mindful of the unique pinout compared to standard '595s. Consult the datasheet for precise installation. An Arduino ShiftOut tutorial offers a comprehensive guide to using shift registers. This ensures you can fully leverage these components' potential in various projects.