These 10-bit flip-flops feature 3-state outputs designed specifically for driving highly capacitive or relatively low-impedance loads. They are particularly suitable for implementing wider buffer registers, I/O ports, bidirectional bus drivers with parity, and working registers. The ten flip-flops are edge-triggered D-type flip-flops. On the positive transition of the clock (CLK) input, the Q outputs are true to the data (D) input. A buffered output-enable () input can be used to place the ten outputs in either a normal logic state (high or low logic levels) or a high- impedance state. In the high-impedance state, the outputs neither load nor drive the bus lines significantly. The high-impedance state and increased drive provide the capability to drive bus lines without interface or pullup components. does not affect the internal operation of the flip-flops. Previously stored data can be retained or new data can be entered while the outputs are in the high-impedance state. The SN54AS821A is characterized for operation over the full military temperature range of -55°C to 125°C. The SN74AS821A is characterized for operation from 0°C to 70°C.