Logic Level Translators

Logic level translators adapt or convert one voltage or logic level to another. They are used in devices that operate at multiple voltage levels. Devices that often use logic level translators include microprocessors and integrated circuits that have inputs and outputs functioning at 1.8 volts and logic levels for flash memory or panel display requiring 3.3 volts. These mismatched voltages can be mitigated between the integrated circuit (IC) and the device by using the logic level translator.