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NE555P

TINE555P

Texas Instruments
555 Type, Timer/Oscillator (Single) IC 100kHz 8-PDIP
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Overview

The NE555P is a highly stable precision controller capable of producing accurate time delays or oscillation. In the time-delay (monostable) mode of operation, the time is precisely controlled by one external resistor and capacitor network, while in the astable mode, the frequency and duty cycle are controlled by two external resistors and one single capacitor.

Why Choose This Part

The NE555P supports a wide supply voltage range of 4.5V to 16V and can source or sink up to 200mA of load current. Its through-hole 8-PDIP package makes it ideal for prototyping on breadboards or for use in legacy industrial hardware requiring easy replacement.

Applications

Precision Timing
Generating accurate time delays ranging from microseconds to hours using external passive components.
Pulse Generation
Creating variable duty cycle pulses for clock signals or pulse-width modulation (PWM) tasks.
Sequential Timing
Linking multiple stages to create complex timing sequences in industrial control logic.
Frequency Division
Using the trigger and reset inputs to divide an incoming clock signal by a fixed integer.

Key Specifications

Type 555 Type, Timer/Oscillator (Single)
Frequency 100kHz
Mounting Type Through Hole
Package / Case 8-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm)
Current - Supply 10 mA
Voltage - Supply 4.5V ~ 16V
Operating Temperature 0degC ~ 70degC
Supplier Device Package 8-PDIP

Getting Started

To use the NE555P, connect a 0.01uF capacitor from the control voltage pin to ground to ensure electrical stability. Calculate your output frequency or delay using standard RC timing equations and verify the output signal using a 5V supply for logic compatibility.