Skew specifications are like any other AC electrical specification. The measurements are taken at certain conditions which may or, more likely, may not match a specific condition in a system application. However, like other AC specifications the skew specification is valuable as a “bench mark” for estimating certain circuit characteristics. Skew specifications are most valuable in clock–driving applications and applications where duty cycle characteristics are important. Three specific skew specifications are addressed in this note. Typical test conditions under which the skews may be tested are: Test load: 50pF, 500W All outputs switching 0°C, 25°C, 70°C VCC = 4.5V, 5.0V, 5.5V Input conditions—VIL = 0V to VIH = 3V Only data paths are tested for skew characteristics (AC measurements such as MR to output are not specified).