The CD4526BCJ is a CMOS programmable divide-by-N counter manufactured by National Semiconductor (now Texas Instruments). It is designed for applications requiring frequency division, timing, and counting functions.

Applications:

• Frequency synthesizers
• Timers
• Digital clocks
• Instrumentation
• Control systems

Features:

• Programmable division ratio
• CMOS technology for low power consumption
• High noise immunity
• Wide operating voltage range
• Synchronous counting operation

Benefits:

• Flexible frequency division
• Extended battery life in portable devices
• Reliable operation in noisy environments
• Compatibility with various logic families
• Precise timing control

Additional Details:

The CD4526BCJ can be programmed to divide the input frequency by any integer value from 1 to 16. The division ratio is set using four programming inputs. The device operates with a wide range of supply voltages, making it suitable for various applications. The CMOS technology ensures low power consumption, which is especially important in battery-powered devices. The high noise immunity helps to prevent false counts due to noise. The synchronous counting operation ensures that all flip-flops change state simultaneously, resulting in precise timing control.