SN54LS396, SN74LS396 OCTAL STORAGE REGISTERS
The document describes the SN54LS396 and SN74LS396 as octal storage registers organized into two 4-bit bytes. These devices transfer information between byte locations upon application of a positive-going clock signal, making them suitable for N-Bit Storage Files and Hex/BCD Serial-To-Parallel Converters.
Typical power dissipation is 120 mW.