MC74HC163ADR2G

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit
• Use: Counter
• Characteristics: High-Speed, Synchronous, 4-Bit Binary Counter
• Package: SOIC-16
• Essence: The MC74HC163ADR2G is a high-speed synchronous counter that can count up to 15 (binary) or 9 (BCD) depending on the configuration.
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in tape and reel packaging with 2500 units per reel.

Specifications

• Supply Voltage: 2V to 6V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Maximum Clock Frequency: 25 MHz
• Number of Counting Bits: 4
• Counting Modes: Binary or BCD
• Output Type: Standard
• Propagation Delay: 13 ns (typical)
• Input Capacitance: 3.5 pF (typical)

Pin Configuration

The MC74HC163ADR2G has a total of 16 pins arranged as follows:

__ __ Q1 |1 \__/ 16| VCC Q0 |2 15| CLK Q2 |3 14| MR Q3 |4 13| GND GND |5 12| CE D0 |6 11| TC D1 |7 10| D3 D2 |8 9| D4 ‾‾ ‾‾

Functional Features

• High-speed operation allows for efficient counting in various applications.
• Synchronous design ensures accurate and reliable counting.
• Can be configured to count in binary or BCD mode, providing flexibility.
• Reset function (MR pin) allows for easy initialization of the counter.
• Carry output (TC pin) provides a signal when the maximum count is reached.

Advantages

• High-speed operation enables real-time counting in time-critical applications.
• Synchronous design ensures accurate counting without any glitches.
• Flexible counting modes (binary or BCD) cater to different application requirements.
• Reset function simplifies counter initialization.
• Compact SOIC-16 package offers space-saving benefits.

Disadvantages

• Limited number of counting bits may not be suitable for applications requiring larger counters.
• Requires an external clock signal for counting, which may add complexity to the system design.

Working Principles

The MC74HC163ADR2G operates as a synchronous counter, meaning that the counting process is synchronized with an external clock signal. The counter can be configured to count in either binary or BCD mode, depending on the application requirements.

When the clock signal transitions from low to high, the counter increments its count by one. The carry output (TC) provides a signal when the maximum count is reached, allowing for cascading multiple counters if needed.

The counter can be reset to its initial state using the master reset (MR) pin. This pin sets all the outputs to zero and prepares the counter for a new counting cycle.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MC74HC163ADR2G can be used in various applications that require counting functionality. Some potential application fields include:

1. Digital frequency dividers
2. Event counters
3. Timekeeping circuits
4. Industrial automation systems
5. Traffic light control systems
6. Data acquisition systems

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. SN74HC163N: Similar 4-bit synchronous counter with DIP-16 package.
2. CD40163BE: 4-bit synchronous binary counter with DIP-16 package.
3. 74HCT163: High-speed CMOS counter with similar functionality.

These alternative models offer similar features and can be considered as replacements for the MC74HC163ADR2G in different applications.

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