The 74VHC164FT(BE) is a high-speed CMOS 8-bit Shift Register manufactured by Toshiba. It features low-power, low-noise and high-speed capabilities, and is designed for use in a wide variety of applications such as communication systems, measuring instruments, home appliances, and automotive systems. With a high-speed shift register, and wide input/output compatibility with both 3.3V and 5V CMOS, this device is perfect for applications requiring fast operation and fast data transmission. This device also contains input protection circuits, latch-up protection, and transient suppression protection to ensure that the data is securely stored and transmitted with very low noise and error.