MC14021BD

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit
• Use: Digital Counter
• Characteristics: High-speed operation, low power consumption
• Package: DIP (Dual In-line Package)
• Essence: Binary Counter
• Packaging/Quantity: Tube packaging, 25 pieces per tube

Specifications

• Supply Voltage: 3V to 18V
• Operating Temperature: -55°C to +125°C
• Input Frequency: 30 MHz
• Output Frequency: 15 MHz
• Number of Stages: 4
• Logic Family: CMOS

Pin Configuration

The MC14021BD has a total of 16 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

1. Clock Input (Pin 1)
2. Clock Enable (Pin 2)
3. Reset (Pin 3)
4. Output 1 (Pin 4)
5. Output 2 (Pin 5)
6. Output 3 (Pin 6)
7. Output 4 (Pin 7)
8. Ground (Pin 8)
9. Output 5 (Pin 9)
10. Output 6 (Pin 10)
11. Output 7 (Pin 11)
12. Output 8 (Pin 12)
13. VDD (Positive Power Supply) (Pin 13)
14. Carry Out (Pin 14)
15. Carry In (Pin 15)
16. Clock Inhibit (Pin 16)

Functional Features

• High-speed operation allows for efficient counting.
• Low power consumption makes it suitable for battery-powered devices.
• Can be used as a frequency divider or timer.
• Provides synchronous counting with carry output.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-speed operation enables quick counting. - Low power consumption prolongs battery life. - Versatile usage as a frequency divider or timer.

Disadvantages: - Limited number of stages (4) may not be sufficient for complex applications. - CMOS logic family may have lower noise immunity compared to other families.

Working Principles

The MC14021BD is a binary counter that operates based on clock input signals. It counts the number of clock pulses and provides outputs representing the binary value of the count. The clock enable, reset, and clock inhibit pins allow for control over the counting process. The carry in and carry out pins enable cascading multiple counters for larger counting ranges.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MC14021BD can be used in various applications, including:

1. Frequency Division: By connecting the output pins to external circuitry, the IC can divide the input frequency by powers of 2, allowing for frequency reduction.
2. Timer Circuits: The IC can be used to create precise timing intervals in applications such as digital clocks, timers, and event counters.
3. Digital Counters: The MC14021BD can be utilized as a basic building block for digital counting systems in various electronic devices.

Alternative Models

Here are some alternative models that provide similar functionality:

1. CD4020BE: 14-stage binary counter with higher stage count.
2. SN74LS93N: 4-bit binary ripple counter with asynchronous clear.
3. HEF4040BP: 12-stage binary ripple counter with reset.

These alternatives offer different features and specifications, providing flexibility for various design requirements.

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