CD74HC40103E

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit
• Use: Digital Counter/Divider
• Characteristics: High-Speed, CMOS Logic, 8-Bit Binary Counter/Divider
• Package: 16-Pin DIP (Dual In-Line Package)
• Essence: The CD74HC40103E is a versatile digital counter/divider integrated circuit that can be used in various applications requiring counting or dividing functions.
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in tubes of 25 units or reels of 2,500 units.

Specifications

• Supply Voltage: 2V to 6V
• Operating Temperature Range: -55°C to +125°C
• Maximum Clock Frequency: 50 MHz
• Number of Stages: 8
• Output Type: Buffered
• Logic Family: HC (High-Speed CMOS)

Detailed Pin Configuration

The CD74HC40103E has a total of 16 pins. Here is the detailed pin configuration:

1. MR (Master Reset)
2. CP (Clock Pulse)
3. Q0 (Output 0)
4. Q1 (Output 1)
5. Q2 (Output 2)
6. Q3 (Output 3)
7. Q4 (Output 4)
8. Q5 (Output 5)
9. Q6 (Output 6)
10. Q7 (Output 7)
11. GND (Ground)
12. VCC (Power Supply)
13. CE (Count Enable)
14. TC (Terminal Count)
15. RC (Ripple Carry)
16. LD (Load)

Functional Features

• High-speed operation allows for efficient counting and dividing tasks.
• CMOS logic ensures low power consumption and compatibility with a wide range of devices.
• Master Reset (MR) pin allows for resetting the counter to its initial state.
• Count Enable (CE) pin enables or disables counting.
• Terminal Count (TC) pin indicates when the counter reaches its maximum value.
• Ripple Carry (RC) output provides a carry signal for cascading multiple counters.
• Load (LD) input allows for loading a specific count value into the counter.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-speed operation enables quick counting and dividing tasks. - CMOS logic ensures low power consumption. - Versatile functionality with various control pins. - Compact 16-pin DIP package for easy integration.

Disadvantages: - Limited number of stages (8) may not be sufficient for certain applications requiring higher counts. - Requires external components for proper clocking and power supply.

Working Principles

The CD74HC40103E operates as an 8-bit binary counter/divider. It counts up or down based on the clock pulses received at the CP pin. The count value can be loaded using the LD pin, and the count enable function is controlled by the CE pin. The counter can be reset to its initial state using the MR pin. The TC pin indicates when the counter reaches its maximum value, and the RC pin provides a carry signal for cascading multiple counters.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The CD74HC40103E can be used in various applications that require counting or dividing functions. Some potential application fields include:

1. Frequency Division: The CD74HC40103E can be used to divide an input frequency by a specific factor, allowing for frequency scaling in electronic circuits.
2. Timekeeping: The counter can be utilized in digital clocks or timers to keep track of time intervals or perform countdown operations.
3. Industrial Automation: In industrial settings, the CD74HC40103E can be employed for counting production units, monitoring machine cycles, or controlling sequential operations.
4. Communication Systems: The counter can be utilized in communication systems for frequency division, synchronization, or data rate control.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. CD74HC40103: Similar to CD74HC40103E but available in a surface-mount package (SOIC).
2. CD40103B: A similar 8-bit binary counter/divider from Texas Instruments with slightly different specifications.
3. MC14020B: Another 8-bit binary counter/divider option from ON Semiconductor.

These alternative models offer similar functionality and can be considered as substitutes for the CD74HC40103E depending on specific requirements.

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