74HC192 ( Presettable Synchronous Counter)

Overview

The 74HC192 is a high-speed, presettable synchronous 4-bit binary up/down counter. It is designed for a wide range of digital logic applications, from simple counting tasks to complex control systems. This IC counts up or down based on the clock inputs and can be preset to any value via its data inputs, making it an essential building block for digital design projects.

Key Features

• Presettable: Load any 4-bit value using the parallel data inputs.
• Synchronous Operation: Counts up or down on the rising edge of the clock, ensuring reliable and predictable behavior.
• Wide Supply Voltage Range: Operates from 2V to 6V, making it compatible with both 3.3V and 5V logic systems.
• Fast Propagation Delay: 37 ns at 6V, suitable for high-speed applications.
• DIP-16 Package: Easy to use on breadboards and perfboards, ideal for prototyping.
• Wide Operating Temperature Range: From -40°C to +125°C, suitable for industrial applications.

Technical Specifications

• Package: DIP-16
• No. of Pins: 16
• No. of Inputs: 4 (parallel data inputs)
• Output Current: 5.2 mA at 6V
• Supply Voltage Range: 2V to 6V
• Propagation Delay Time: 215 ns at 2V / 37 ns at 6V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +125°C

Applications & Use Cases

• Digital Counters: Build frequency dividers, event counters, and timers.
• Sequential Logic Circuits: Use as a building block in state machines and control units.
• Embedded Systems: Interface with microcontrollers to extend I/O capabilities or manage timing.
• Robotics: Count encoder pulses, manage motor steps, or track positions.
• Education: Perfect for learning digital electronics and experimenting with synchronous logic.

What's Included

• 1x 74HC192 Presettable Synchronous Counter IC (DIP-16)

Compatibility

• Works with 3.3V and 5V logic systems.
• Compatible with standard breadboards and IC sockets.
• Can be used with microcontrollers like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and STM32.
• Cascadable to create larger counters.

MOKWN Recommendation

Whether you are a student learning digital logic, a hobbyist building a project, or an engineer developing a prototype, the 74HC192 is a reliable and versatile choice. With its presettable feature and synchronous operation, it simplifies complex counting tasks. Order yours today and enhance your digital design toolkit.