The CD74AC86M is a quad 2-input exclusive-OR (XOR) gate manufactured by Texas Instruments. This device has four independent gates each of which performs the logic function. The inputs of each gate are A and B, and the output is Y. An exclusive-OR gate outputs a high (1) level when either input is high, but not both. The CD74AC86M has fast rise and fall times, low on-state output resistance, balanced propagation delays, and superior noise margin, making it ideal for high-speed logic applications. The device is offered in a wide range of aerospace, commercial, and industrial grade packages making it suitable for use in multiple systems and environments.