CD74ACT163EG4

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Counter
• Characteristics: High-speed, synchronous, 4-bit binary counter
• Package: 16-pin SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit)
• Essence: The CD74ACT163EG4 is a versatile counter IC that can be used in various applications requiring counting functionality.
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in reels of 2500 units

Specifications

• Supply Voltage: 2V to 6V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Logic Family: ACT (Advanced CMOS Technology)
• Number of Bits: 4
• Clock Input: Synchronous
• Reset Input: Asynchronous
• Output Type: Standard

Detailed Pin Configuration

The CD74ACT163EG4 has the following pin configuration:

1. Clock (CLK)
2. Enable (ENP)
3. Parallel Load (PL)
4. Data Inputs (D0-D3)
5. Carry Output (CO)
6. Ripple Carry Output (RCO)
7. Down/Up Count Control (UP/DN)
8. Reset (CLR)
9. Q0 Output
10. Q1 Output
11. Q2 Output
12. Q3 Output
13. GND (Ground)
14. Q3' Output
15. Q2' Output
16. VCC (Supply Voltage)

Functional Features

• High-speed operation: The CD74ACT163EG4 can count at high clock frequencies, making it suitable for time-critical applications.
• Synchronous counting: The counter advances its state on each rising edge of the clock signal, ensuring accurate and synchronized counting.
• Up/Down counting: The direction of counting can be controlled using the Up/Down Count Control input.
• Parallel load capability: The counter can be loaded with a specific value using the Parallel Load input, allowing for flexible initialization.
• Asynchronous reset: The counter can be reset to its initial state asynchronously using the Reset input.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-speed operation enables efficient counting in time-critical applications. - Synchronous counting ensures accurate and synchronized results. - Up/Down counting capability provides flexibility in various counting scenarios. - Parallel load feature allows for easy initialization of the counter. - Asynchronous reset enables quick resetting of the counter.

Disadvantages: - Limited number of bits (4) may not be sufficient for certain applications requiring larger counters. - Requires an external clock signal for proper operation.

Working Principles

The CD74ACT163EG4 is a synchronous 4-bit binary counter. It counts up or down based on the input signals and advances its state on each rising edge of the clock signal. The direction of counting is determined by the Up/Down Count Control input. The counter can be initialized to a specific value using the Parallel Load input. The Carry Output provides a carry signal when the counter reaches its maximum count value. The Ripple Carry Output can be used to cascade multiple counters for higher bit-count applications.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The CD74ACT163EG4 can be used in various applications that require counting functionality, such as:

1. Digital frequency dividers
2. Event counters
3. Timekeeping circuits
4. Industrial automation systems
5. Traffic light control systems
6. Electronic gaming devices
7. Data acquisition systems
8. Communication equipment

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. SN74LS163N: 4-bit synchronous binary counter IC from Texas Instruments
2. MC14516B: 4-bit synchronous up/down binary counter IC from ON Semiconductor
3. CD40193BE: 4-bit synchronous up/down binary counter IC from Texas Instruments
4. 74HC163: 4-bit synchronous binary counter IC from NXP Semiconductors

These alternative models offer similar functionality and can be used as substitutes for the CD74ACT163EG4 in various applications.

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