MC74ACT160N

Counter Dividers Overview

The MC74ACT160N is a synchronous decade counter integrated circuit belonging to the onsemi 74ACT logic series. It features a 4-bit binary count structure with a programmable divide ratio, enabling operation as a modulo-N counter. The device utilizes positive edge triggering for data input and supports up-direction counting. It includes dedicated inputs for asynchronous reset and synchronous load functions, allowing precise control over the counting sequence. Designed for high-speed applications, it operates within a supply voltage range of 4.5 V to 5.5 V and is housed in a PDIP-16 package.

Counter Dividers Feature Summary

• Synchronous counting architecture with positive edge triggering
• Programmable divide ratio for flexible modulo-N operation
• Asynchronous reset and synchronous load capabilities

Counter Dividers Applications

• Digital timing circuits requiring precise frequency division
• Event counting systems in industrial automation
• Address generation in memory addressing schemes

Counter Dividers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'N' confirms the PDIP-16 through-hole package variant. Ensure the order matches the ACT logic family requirements for 5V operation. Confirm RoHS compliance status via the manufacturer's official documentation before procurement. Cross-reference the datasheet revision date to ensure compatibility with current design specifications.

Counter Dividers Selection Notes

Select this component when a synchronous decade counter with programmable modulus is required. It is suitable for designs needing precise control over count sequences via synchronous load inputs. Consider the 74ACT series characteristics for compatibility with standard 5V CMOS logic levels. Evaluate the PDIP-16 package constraints against PCB layout requirements.

Counter Dividers Part Context

This part belongs to the broader 74ACT logic family, which offers performance comparable to 74AC devices but with TTL-compatible inputs. The MC74ACT160N specifically addresses applications requiring decade counting (modulo-10) or arbitrary modulus counting through its programmable outputs. It serves as a fundamental building block for digital counters and timers in electronic systems.

Counter Dividers Replacement Considerations

Compatible substitutes include other 74ACT series decade counters such as the MC74ACT192 or MC74ACT193, provided they meet the specific pinout and functional requirements. Verify that alternative parts support synchronous loading and positive edge triggering to maintain circuit behavior.