ON Semiconductor MC74HC393ANG Dual Binary Counter

The MC74HC393ANG from ON Semiconductor is a high-performance, dual 4-stage binary counter integrated circuit, designed for use in a wide array of electronics applications where reliable and precise counting is required. This device is part of the HC family, which signifies a high-speed CMOS technology, offering the inherent advantages of CMOS—low power consumption, high noise immunity, and robust performance over a broad voltage range.

Key Features:

• Technology: High-speed CMOS
• Counter Type: Dual 4-stage binary counter
• Operating Voltage Range: 2V to 6V, accommodating a variety of logic levels and making it suitable for battery-operated devices.
• Output Drive Capability: Capable of driving 10 LSTTL loads, which allows for easy integration with existing digital systems.
• High Noise Immunity: Characteristic of CMOS devices, ensuring stable performance in electrically noisy environments.
• Low Power Consumption: Typical low power characteristics of CMOS technology, making it ideal for power-sensitive applications.
• Propagation Delay Time: Fast output response with a propagation delay time of approximately 13 ns at V_CC = 5V, C_L = 15pF, and T_A = 25°C.
• Package: Provided in a standard 14-pin DIP package, suitable for through-hole mounting, which facilitates easy assembly and prototyping.

Applications:

The MC74HC393ANG is versatile and can be used in various applications, including:

• Time delay circuits
• Frequency dividers
• Counters and timers
• Event counters in embedded systems
• Sequential state machines
• General-purpose digital logic circuits

With its combination of high-speed operation, low power consumption, and robust performance, the ON Semiconductor MC74HC393ANG is an excellent choice for designers looking to implement efficient counting solutions in their digital systems.